WARNING

The automatic-on headlamp feature provides increased visibility of the rider to other motorists. Be sure headlamp is on at all times. Poor visibility of rider to other motorists can result in death or serious injury. (00030b)

See YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL section. Be sure to record all your key numbers in the space provided at the front of this book.

See Figure 1. The ignition switch controls electrical functions of the motorcycle.

WARNING

Do not operate vehicle with forks locked. Locking the forks restricts the vehicle's turning ability, which could result in death or serious injury. (00035a)

NOTICE

Protect your vehicle against theft. Failure to lock the motorcycle after parking could result in theft and/or equipment damage. (00151b)

NOTICE

Do not lubricate barrel locks with petroleum based lubricants or graphite. Inoperative locks may result. (00152a)

NOTE

Harley-Davidson recommends removing key from ignition/fork lock before operating motorcycle. If you do not remove key, it can fall out during operation.
ACCESSORY - Accessories and hazard warning flasher can be turned on. Instrument lamps are on. Brake lamp and horn can be activated. Key may be removed.
The lamps illuminate when the switch is in the IGNITION position, as required by law in some localities.

Table 1. Ignition Switch Positions

MODEL	FUNCTION	LABEL	OPERATION
FLRT	Switch		Switch is locked or unlocked by lifting switch cover, inserting key and turning key counterclockwise to lock, clockwise to unlock. Key can be removed in any position.
		OFF	Ignition, lamps and accessories are off.
		ACCESSORY	Accessories are on. Hazard warning flashers can be left on. Instrument lamps are on. Brake lamp and horn can be activated.
		IGNITION	Ignition, lamps and accessories are on.
FLHTCUTG	Key Lock	LOCK	Locks the switch in either the FORK LOCK or ACCESSORY position. Remove the key for security.
	Key Lock	UNLOCK	Unlocks the switch. Unlocked, the switch can be rotated to any of the 4 positions. To prevent loss when riding, remove the key.
	Switch	FORK LOCK	Locks fork in left position to discourage unauthorized use of vehicle when parked. See Controls and Indicators → Fork Lock for operation.
		OFF	When switch is in OFF position, the ignition, lamps and accessories are off.
		IGNITION	When the switch is in the IGNITION position, the motorcycle can be started and all lamps and accessories will operate.
		ACCESSORY	When the switch is in the ACCESSORY position, the instrument lamps and accessories will operate but the engine cannot be started. Brake lamp and horn can be activated. In ACCESSORY, the switch can be locked.

1	Ignition switch (FLRT, cover lifted)
2	Ignition switch (FLHTCUTG)
3	Lock
4	Unlock
5	Ignition (IGN)
6	Off
7	Accessory (ACC/ACCY)
8	Fork lock

Figure 1. Ignition Switch (Shown in OFF position)