General
The transmission lubricant level should be checked monthly.
Refer to Maintenance Scheduling → Regular Service Intervals → Regular Service Intervals: 2006 Police Models. The transmission should be drained and refilled with fresh lubricant at specified intervals.
NOTE
When checking the transmission lubricant level, motorcycle should be standing STRAIGHT UP, not leaning on the jiffy stand. Keep motorcycle upright for a short period of time to equalize lubricant level in the transmission compartments.
Check Lubricant Level
1. Ride motorcycle until engine is warmed up to normal operating temperature.
2. When the engine reaches normal operating temperature, turn the engine off and position motorcycle STRAIGHT UP and LEVEL.
3. See Figure 1. Remove the threaded filler plug/dipstick.
4. Wipe off filler plug/dipstick. Place in filler hole and remove. (Dipstick should rest on lip of filler.) Do not screw in. Lubricant level should be at the F(ULL) mark on the plug/dipstick when removed.
NOTE
Lubricant level should be between the two marks on the dipstick.
WARNING
Be sure that no lubricants or fluids get on tires, wheels or brakes when changing fluid. Traction can be adversely affected, which could result in loss of control of the motorcycle and death or serious injury. (00047d)
NOTICE
When draining or adding lubricant, do not allow dirt, debris or other contaminants to enter the engine. (00198a)
5. Add lubricant, if necessary. Do not overfill or leakage may occur. When filling the transmission, use GENUINE Harley-Davidson FORMULA+ TRANSMISSION AND PRIMARY CHAINCASE LUBRICANT (Part No. 99851-05 quart). The transmission fluid capacity is approximately 24 ounces (0.71 liters).
6. Inspect o-ring for tears or damage. Replace if required. Wipe any foreign material from plug.
7. Install threaded filler/check plug and tighten clockwise to 2.8–8.5 N·m (25–75 in-lbs).
Figure 1. Transmission Filler Plug/Dipstick Lubricant Level
Figure 2. Transmission Lubricant Check/Fill
Changing Transmission Fluid
1. See Figure 2. Remove the threaded check/filler plug.
2. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Changing Oil and Oil Filter: Touring Models → Oil Pan: Touring Models. Remove transmission drain plug from the right side of the oil pan and drain lubricant into a suitable container.
NOTE
Dispose of transmission lubricant in accordance with local regulations.
NOTICE
When draining or adding lubricant, do not allow dirt, debris or other contaminants to enter the engine. (00198a)
WARNING
Be sure that no lubricants or fluids get on tires, wheels or brakes when changing fluid. Traction can be adversely affected, which could result in loss of control of the motorcycle and death or serious injury. (00047d)
3. Inspect o-ring for tears or damage on the drain plug. Replace if required. Wipe any foreign material from plug.
4. Install drain plug and tighten to 19–28.5 N·m (14–21 ft-lbs). Fill the transmission with 20-24 oz. (591.5-709.8 ml) of GENUINE Harley-Davidson FORMULA+ TRANSMISSION AND PRIMARY CHAINCASE LUBRICANT (Part No. 99851-05 quart).
NOTE
Do not overfill or leakage may occur. The transmission fluid capacity is approximately 24 ounces (0.71 liters).
5. Install threaded filler/check plug and tighten clockwise to 2.8–8.5 N·m (25–75 in-lbs).
6. Start engine and carefully check for oil leaks around drain plug.