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/headlamp key switch controls electrical functions of the motorcycle.

NOTICE

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

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

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

NOTICE

Do not switch lubricant brands indiscriminately because some lubricants interact chemically when mixed. Use of inferior lubricants can damage the engine. (00184a)

To remove the key from the ignition on FLHR models, push the key in and turn it counterclockwise.
To remove the key from the ignition on FLHT models, push the key in and turn clockwise.
Remove the key.

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.
ACCESS/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/Headlamp Switch Positions: 2005 Touring Models

MODEL	LOCATION	SWITCH POSITIONS/FUNCTIONS
FLHT FLHTC FLHTCU FLTRI	At bottom of instrument panel.	To unlock the switch and the front fork, push the key in and turn it counterclockwise. Be sure you push key in to move key to either position. On international models, the switch knob will pop up. Ignition/headlamp key switch can be locked in the accessory position however, forks will remain unlocked.
		To lock the fork, move fork to the full left position. Push down on knob and turn it to the left, to the FORK LOCK position. Turn key to lock. Remove the key. On international models, turn fork to full left position. Turn switch knob to fork lock, push knob down and turn key to LOCK. Remove the key.
		ACCESS/ACCESSORY - Accessories and hazard warning flasher can be left on. Instrument lamps are on. Brake lamp and horn can be activated. Key may be removed. The ignition, lamps and accessories work when the switch is in the IGNITION position, as required by law in some localities.*
FLHR FLHRC FLHRS	On fuel tank instrument panel	Switch is locked or unlocked by lifting switch cover, inserting key and turning key counterclockwise to lock, clockwise to unlock. Key may be removed in any position.
		OFF - Ignition, lamps and accessories are off.
		ACCESS/ACCESSORY - Accessories are on. Hazard warning flashers can be left on. Instrument lamps are on. Brake lamp and horn can be activated.*
		LAMPS and IGNITION - Ignition, lamps and accessories are on.*
* International models have an additional function. Position lamp and tail lamp are also on.

1	International and Brazilian FLHT and FLTR models
2	All FLHT (U.S. and Canadian models only)
3	All FLHR models (cover shown closed)
4	All FLHR models (cover shown open)

Figure 1. Ignition/Headlamp Key Switch: Touring Models