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)
Prepare
1. Check tire pressure. Refer to Before Riding → Checking Tire Pressure and Inspecting Tires.
2. Adjust suspension for intended rider/passenger and intended load. Refer to Before Riding → Suspension Adjustments..
3. Fill fuel tank or add an equal amount of ballast.
Check Alignment
1. Figure 1 Park motorcycle on a line perpendicular to the wall (1) so front tire is pointed straight forward at the wall.
2. Figure 2 Set motorcycle to the specified distance from bottom center of headlamp (2) to distance to wall (1).
3. Calculate alignment line.
a. Turn ignition switch on to activate ARH if equipped.
b. With intended rider on motorcycle, measure distance from bottom center of lamp (2) to floor (3).
c. Use measured distance and distance shown in table to calculate alignment line. Refer to Table 1.
Table 1. Distance To Subtract From Floor
Model
Distance To Subtract
RA1250, RA1250S
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
4. Figure 1 Draw an alignment line (3) at the calculated distance, on the wall directly in front of motorcycle.
5. Turn off any high beam and auxiliary lights to confirm low beam alignment.
6. Verify low beam pattern (2) cut off line is aligned with alignment line (3).
7. Adjust headlamp, if necessary.
1Line perpendicular to wall
2Headlamp low beam pattern
3Alignment line
Figure 1. Headlamp Alignment
1Distance to wall 5 m (16.4 ft)
2Bottom, center of lamp
3Distance to floor
Figure 2. Headlamp Alignment Measuring Points
Adjustment
1. Remove fairing. See Service Procedures → Fairing.
2. Figure 3 Loosen screws (1).
3. Set vertical adjustment.
4. Tighten screws.
Torque: 24–30 N·m (18–22 ft-lbs) Headlamp screw
5. Install fairing. See Service Procedures → Fairing.
1Screw (2)
2Headlamp
Figure 3. Headlamp Adjustment
Replacing Headlamp
The headlamp contains no replaceable bulbs. The entire assembly must be replaced upon failure. See a Harley-Davidson dealer for service.