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/lamp 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)

To remove the key from the ignition, push the key in and turn it counterclockwise.
Remove the key.

NOTE

Refer to Table 1 for key switch functions.
The lamps work when the switch is in the IGNITION position as required by law in some localities.
On FXDC and FXDF models, remove the ignition key from the ignition lock while operating the motorcycle. If you do not remove the key, it can fall out during operation.

Table 1. Ignition/Headlamp Key Switch: Dyna Models

MODEL	LOCATION AND OPERATION	SWITCH POSITION	FUNCTION
FXD, FXDL, FXDB	On the right front of the motorcycle on the steering head. To unlock the switch and the front fork, push the key in and turn it counterclockwise. HDI: Press the lever/key (international) in and turn it clockwise to the OFF position. Be sure to push key in to move key to either position. Fork Lock: To lock the fork, move the fork to the full left position. Push down on key and turn it to the right, clockwise, to the closed lock icon. Remove the key.	OFF	Ignition, lamps and accessories are off.
		ACC*	Accessories and hazard warning flasher can be turned on. Instrument lamps are on. Brake lamp and horn can be activated. Key may be removed except on international models.
		IGNITION*	Ignition, lamps and accessories are on.
FXDC, FXDF	Switch is on fuel tank instrument panel. Switch is locked or unlocked by lifting switch cover, inserting key and turning key counterclockwise to lock or clockwise to unlock. Key may be removed in any position. Fork Lock: The fork lock is on the right front of the motorcycle on the steering head. Insert key and press to turn the lock to the closed lock icon. Remove the key. To unlock the fork lock, insert key and press to turn the lock to the open lock icon. Remove the key.	OFF	Ignition, lamps and accessories are off.
		ACC*	Accessories are on. Hazard warning flashers can be operated. Instrument lamps are on. Brake lamp and horn can be activated.
		IGNITION*	Ignition, lamps and accessories are on.
*International models have an additional function - position lamp and tail lamp are also on.

1	Lock position
2	Unlock position
3	Open switch cover
4	OFF
5	ACC
6	Ignition

Figure 1. Ignition/Headlamp Key Switch: Dyna Models

1	Locked
2	Unlocked

Figure 2. Fork Lock: FXDC and FXDF Models