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
Table 1. Ignition Switch Positions
MODEL
FUNCTION
LABEL
OPERATION
FLHR
FLHRC
FLHRXS
Switch*
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.**
FLHTCU
FLHTK
FLHTKL
FLHX
FLHXS
FLTRU
FLTRX
FLTRXS
Key Lock
LOCK
Locks the switch in either the FORK LOCK or ACCESSORY position. Remove the key for security.
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
In ACCESSORY, the instrument lamps and accessories operate but the engine can not be started. Brake lamp and horn can be activated. The 4-way hazard flashers operate. The switch can be locked in ACCESSORY.
* Switch lock is under the switch cover. Insert key and turn key counterclockwise to lock, clockwise to unlock. Key may be removed in any position.
** International models: Position lamp and tail lamp are also on.
1Ignition switch: FLHR, FLHRC, FLHRXS
2Ignition switch: other models
3Lock
4Unlock
5Ignition
6Off
7Accessory
8Fork lock
Figure 1. Ignition Switch