Regular lubrication and maintenance will help keep your new Harley-Davidson operating at peak performance. Your Harley-Davidson dealer knows best how to service your motorcycle with factory approved methods and equipment assuring you of thorough and competent workmanship.
NOTE
- Refer to Table 1. Regular maintenance interval operations are required to keep your new motorcycle warranty in force. The use of other than Harley-Davidson approved parts and service procedures may void the warranty. Any alterations to the emission system components, such as the carburetor and exhaust system, may be in violation of Federal and State laws.
WARNINGPerform the service and maintenance operations as indicated in the regular service interval table. Lack of regular maintenance at the recommended intervals can affect the safe operation of your motorcycle, which could result in death or serious injury. (00010a)
WARNINGIf you operate your motorcycle under adverse conditions (severe cold, extreme heat, very dusty environment, very bad roads, through standing water, etc.), you should perform the regular maintenance intervals more frequently to ensure the safe operation of your motorcycle. Failure to maintain your motorcycle could result in death or serious injury. (00094a)
Table 1. Regular Service Intervals: 2009 Softail Models
ITEM SERVICED | PROCEDURE | 1000 MI. 1600 KM | 5000 MI. 8000 KM | 10,000 MI. 16,000 KM | 15,000 MI. 24,000 KM | 20,000 MI. 32,000 KM | 25,000 MI. 40,000 KM | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Engine oil and filter | Replace | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
Oil lines and brake system | Inspect for leaks | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1 |
Air cleaner | Inspect, service as required | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
Tires | Check pressure, inspect tread | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
Wheel spokes | Check tightness | X | X | X | 1, 4 | |||
Primary chaincase lubricant | Replace | X | X | X | ||||
Transmission lubricant | Replace | X | X | |||||
Clutch | Check adjustment | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1 |
Rear belt and sprockets | Inspect, adjust belt | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1 |
Throttle, brake, and clutch controls | Check, adjust and lubricate | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1 |
Jiffy stand | Inspect and lubricate | X | X | X | 1 | |||
Fuel lines and fittings | Inspect for leaks | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1 |
Fuel filter in fuel tank | Replace | X | 1 | |||||
Brake fluid | Check levels and condition | X | X | X | X | X | X | 6 |
Brake pads and discs | Inspect for wear | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
Spark plugs | Inspect | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
Replace | X | |||||||
Electrical equipment and switches | Check operation | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
Engine idle speed | Check adjustment | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1 |
Front fork oil | Replace | Replace at 80,000 km (50000 mi). | 1 | |||||
Steering head bearings (Softail models) | Adjust | X | X | X | 1 | |||
Lubricate | X | X | 2 | |||||
Steering head bearings (Springer models) | Adjust | Adjust and lubricate every 4,000 km (2500 mi). | 1, 5 | |||||
Windshield bushings | Inspect | X | X | 1 | ||||
Springer rocker bearings | Adjust | X | X | X | 1, 7 | |||
Critical fasteners | Check tightness | X | X | X | 1 | |||
Battery | Check battery and clean connections | 3 | ||||||
Exhaust system | Inspect for leaks, cracks, and loose or missing fasteners or heat
shields | X | X | X | X | X | X | 3 |
Road test | Verify component and system functions | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
NOTES: | 1. Should be performed by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer, unless you have the proper tools, service data and are mechanically qualified. 2. Disassemble, lubricate and inspect every 48,000 km (30000 mi). 3. Perform annually. 4. Not all vehicles are equipped with spoke wheels. Consult appropriate topic in service manual. 5. Disassemble, lubricate and inspect every 32,000 km (20000 mi). 6. Change D.O.T. 4 fluid and flush brake system every two years. 7. Adjust at 800 km (500 mi). | |||||||
Table 2. Owner's Maintenance Records: All Softail Models
except Springers
SERVICE MILE INTERVAL | DATE | DEALER NUMBER | TECHNICIAN NAME | TECHNICIAN SIGNATURE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1000 mi (1600 km) | ||||
5000 mi (8000 km) | ||||
10,000 mi (16,000 km) | ||||
15,000 mi (24,000 km) | ||||
20,000 mi (32,000 km) | ||||
25,000 mi (40,000 km) | ||||
30,000 mi (48,000 km) | ||||
35,000 mi (56,000 km) | ||||
40,000 mi (64,000 km) | ||||
45,000 mi (72,000 km) | ||||
50,000 mi (80,000 km) |
Table 3. Owner's Maintenance Records: All Softail Springers
SERVICE MILE INTERVAL | DATE | DEALER NUMBER | TECHNICIAN NAME | TECHNICIAN SIGNATURE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
800 km (500 mi) | ||||
1,600 km (1000 mi) | ||||
4,000 km (2500 mi) | ||||
8,000 km (5000 mi) | ||||
12,000 km (7500 mi) | ||||
16,000 km (10000 mi) | ||||
20,000 km (12500 mi) | ||||
24,000 km (15000 mi) | ||||
28,000 km (17500 mi) | ||||
32,000 km (20000 mi) | ||||
36,000 km (22500 mi) | ||||
40,000 km (25000 mi) | ||||
44,000 km (27500 mi) | ||||
48,000 km (30000 mi) | ||||
52,000 km (32500 mi) | ||||
56,000 km (35000 mi) | ||||
60,000 km (37500 mi) | ||||
64,000 km (40000 mi) | ||||
68,000 km (42500 mi) | ||||
72,000 km (45000 mi) | ||||
76,000 km (47500 mi) | ||||
80,000 km (50000 mi) |