General
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)
Check headlamp for proper height and lateral alignment:
  1. Refer to Specifications → Specifications: 2006 Softail Models → Tire Pressures: 2006 Softail Models. Verify correct front and rear tire pressure.
  2. Place motorcycle on level floor (or pavement) in an area with minimum light.
  3. Position motorcycle 25 ft. (7.6 m) away from a screen or wall. Measure the distance from directly below the front axle to the base of the screen/wall.
  4. Set mark for alignment purposes.
    1. See Figure 1. For FXSTD, FXST, FXSTB, FXSTS, FLSTSC (and International FLSTC,FLST,FLSTF, FLSTN) vehicles, draw a horizontal line 35 in. (0.9 m) above floor on screen/wall.
    2. See Figure 2. For FLSTC, FLST, FLSTF, FLSTN vehicles, draw a horizontal line level with the center of the headlamp.
  5. Load vehicle with rider, passenger (if normally present) and any cargo. Weight will compress vehicle suspension slightly.
  6. Stand motorcycle upright with both tires resting on floor and with front wheel held in straight alignment (directly forward).
  7. See Figure 3. Turn ignition switch ON. Set handlebar headlamp switch to HIGH beam position.
  8. Check light beam for alignment.
    1. The main beam, which is a broad, flat pattern of light, should be centered equally above and below the horizontal line.
    2. The main beam of light should also be directed straight ahead. Properly adjusted headlamps project an equal area of light to right and left of center.
    3. Adjust headlamp alignment if necessary.
125 feet (7.6 meters)
225 inches (0.9 meters) above floor
Figure 1. Headlamp Alignment: FX Softails and FLSTC/FLSTF/FLST/FLSTN International Models
1Level with center of headlamp
225 feet (7.6 meters)
Figure 2. Headlamp Alignment: FLSTC/FLST/FLSTF/FLSTN Domestic Models
Figure 3. Headlamp Switch High Beam Setting
FXSTS/FLSTSC Models
1. See Figure 4. Set vertical adjustment.
a. Loosen the two vertical adjustment fasteners (1).
b. Tilt headlamp up or down in relationship to the horizontal line from the headlamp alignment inspection.
c. Tighten both fasteners to 33.9–47.5 N·m (25–35 ft-lbs).
NOTICE
Position FXSTS headlamp as far forward as the slot will allow. This will prevent the headlamp from contacting the springs which can result in vehicle damage. (00250a)
2. Set horizontal adjustment.
a. Loosen the horizontal adjustment fastener (2).
b. Tilt headlamp left or right to direct light beam straight ahead.
c. Move headlamp adjustment mechanism forward to the end of the bracket slot.
d. Tighten fastener to 33.9–47.5 N·m (25–35 ft-lbs).
FLSTC/FLSTF/FLST/FXSTB/FXST/FLSTN Models
1. See Figure 5. Loosen horizontal adjusting bolt (2) to adjust headlamp beam side to side.
2. Tighten fastener to 40.7–47.5 N·m (30–35 ft-lbs).
3. Loosen vertical adjusting bolt (1) to adjust headlamp up or down.
4. Tighten fastener to 47.5–61 N·m (35–45 ft-lbs).
FXSTD Models
1. See Figure 6. Loosen horizontal adjusting bolt (2) to adjust headlamp beam side to side.
2. Tighten fastener 33.9–40.7 N·m (25–30 ft-lbs).
3. Loosen vertical adjusting bolt (1) to adjust headlamp up or down.
4. Tighten fastener to 33.9–40.7 N·m (25–30 ft-lbs).
1Vertical adjusting fastener (2)
2Horizontal adjusting fastener
Figure 4. Headlamp Adjustment: FXSTS
1Vertical adjusting bolt (2)
2Horizontal adjusting bolt
Figure 5. Headlamp Adjustment: FLSTC, FLSTF, FXSTB, FXST
1Vertical adjusting bolt
2Horizontal adjusting bolt
Figure 6. Headlamp Adjustment: FXSTD