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: 2006 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 |
Primary chain | Check adjustment | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
Rear belt and sprockets | Inspect, adjust belt | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1 |
Throttle, brake, enrichener and clutch controls | Check, adjust and lubricate | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1, 4 |
Jiffy stand | Inspect and lubricate | X | X | X | 1 | |||
Fuel valve, lines and fittings | Inspect for leaks | X | X | X | X | X | X | 1, 4 |
Fuel tank filter screen | Clean (EFI: 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 | |||
Replace | X | 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 | X | 1 | |||||
Steering head bearings (Softail Models) | Adjust | X | X | X | 1 | |||
Lubricate | X | X | 2 | |||||
Steering head bearings (Springer models) | Adjust and lubricate every 2500 miles (4000
kilometers). | 1, 5 | ||||||
Rear fork bearings (if applicable) | Repack | X | 1 | |||||
Windshield bushings | Inspect | X | X | 1 | ||||
Springer rocker bearings | Adjust | X | X | X | 1 | |||
Fuel door, Tour-Pak, saddlebags | Lubricate hinges and latches | X | X | X | X | X | ||
Critical fasteners | Check tightness | X | X | X | 1 | |||
Battery | Check battery and clean connections | 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 30,000
miles (48,000 kilometers). 3. Perform annually. 4. Not all vehicles are equipped with an enrichener,
fuel valve or spoke wheels. Consult appropriate topic in
service manual. 5. Disassemble, lubricate and inspect every 20,000
miles (32,000 kilometers). 6. Change D.O.T. 4 fluid and flush brake system every
two years. | |||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
500 mi (800 km) | ||||
2500 mi (4000 km) | ||||
5000 mi (8000 km) | ||||
7500 mi (12,000 km) | ||||
10,000 mi (16,000 km) | ||||
12,500 mi (20,000 km) | ||||
15,000 mi (24,000 km) | ||||
17,500 mi (28,000 km) | ||||
20,000 mi (32,000 km) | ||||
22,500 mi (36,000 km) | ||||
25,000 mi (40,000 km) | ||||
27,500 mi (44,000 km) | ||||
30,000 mi (48,000 km) | ||||
32,500 mi (52,000 km) | ||||
35,000 mi (56,000 km) | ||||
37,500 mi (60,000 km) | ||||
40,000 mi (64,000 km) | ||||
42,500 mi (68,000 km) | ||||
45,000 mi (72,000 km) | ||||
47,500 mi (76,000 km) | ||||
50,000 mi (80,000 km) |