See Figure 1 for safety and maintenance labels which were on the vehicle when new. If removed, replacement labels may be purchased for your motorcycle. Refer to Table 1.
NOTE
Some labels may be available in different languages for destinations outside the United States. See a Harley-Davidson dealer for all labels available for purchase.
Table 1. Labels
LABEL*
PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
LOCATION
TEXT
1
15368-01A
Battery warning
XL Models: Left side of swingarm
A connected battery can cause a spark or motorcycle startup while servicing. Death or serious injury could occur.
  • Disconnect negative cable before servicing.
  • Keep cable away from terminal side while servicing.
XR 1200X: Top of belt guard
2
29147-07
General warnings
XL 883N, XL 883R,
XL 1200X, XL 1200V
Top of air cleaner cover
Motorcycles are different from other vehicles. They operate, steer, handle and brake differently. Unskilled or improper use could result in loss of control, death or serious injury.
  • Take a rider training course.
  • Read Owner's Manual before riding, adding accessories or servicing.
  • Wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing.
  • Never tow a trailer.
For a manual, find nearest dealer at 1-800-443-2153 or www.harley-davidson.com
29127-95B
General warnings
XL 883L
XL 1200C, XL 1200C ANV
XL 1200CP
XL 1200CA, XL 1200CB
Top of air cleaner cover
29466-08
General warnings
XR 1200X
Top of left side cover
3
Not sold separately
Shock absorber label
XR 1200X
Rear of shock absorber reservoir
Shock cannot be serviced. Attempting service can cause an explosion, which could result in death or serious injury.
  • Do not refill, diassemble, puncture or expose shock to flames.
  • Replacement and disposal should only be done by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer.
4
15376-06A
Battery removal, installation
Inside left side cover
Battery Removal
WARNING Sparks can cause battery explosion. Death or serious injury could occur.
To avoid sparks:
  • Disconnect negative battery cable first. Keep cable away from all metal parts.
  • Do not allow red-marked positive battery cables to touch metal motorcycle parts with negative cable connected.
  • If vehicle is equipped with optional security siren, verify that fob is present and turn ignition key to IGNITION before removing main fuse or disconnecting battery.
(See Maintenance and Lubrication → Battery Disconnection and Removal for removal procedure.)
Battery Installation
WARNING Sparks can cause battery explosion. Death or serious injury could occur.
To avoid sparks:
  • Connect red-marked positive battery cables first. Do not allow re-marked positive battery cables to touch metal motorcycle parts with negative cable connected.
  • While connecting the re-marked positive battery cables, keep negative cable away from metal parts.
(See Maintenance and Lubrication → Battery Installation and Connection for installation procedure.)
CAUTION Failure to connect cables to the correct battery terminal couls cause damage to the motorcycle electrical system.
Over-tightening battery terminal bolts could cause damage to battery terminals. Use recommended torque values.
*See Safety First → Labels → Labels.
Figure 1. Labels