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.
2.	Adjust suspension preload for rider and intended load. Preload adjustments will vary by model. See Before Riding → Suspension Adjustments.
3.	Fill fuel tank or add an equal amount of ballast.

Check Alignment

1.	Figure 1 Park the motorcycle on a line (1) perpendicular to the wall.
2.	Set vehicle distance from wall to front axle. Distance: 7.6 m (25 ft)
3.	Draw a vertical line (2) on wall.
4.	Point the front wheel straight forward at wall.
5.	Measure distance (4) from floor to center of low beam.
6.	With the low beam activated, verify headlamp alignment.
7.	Adjust headlamp, if necessary.

1	Perpendicular line
2	Vertical line
3	7.6 m (25 ft)
4	Low beam centerline
5	Horizontal line 6.65 cm (2.6 in) lower than centerline

Figure 1. Checking Headlamp Alignment

Adjustment

8.	Remove seat. See Service Procedures → Seat.
9.	See Figure 2. Remove headlight adjustment tool from bottom of seat.
10.	See Figure 3. Loosen screws on left and right sides of headlamp.
11.	Set vertical adjustment.
12.	Tighten screws on left and right sides of headlamp. Torque: 8–10 N·m (71–89 in-lbs) Headlamp screw
13.	Install headlamp adjustment tool in bottom of seat.
14.	Install seat. See Service Procedures → Seat.

Figure 2. Headlight Adjustment Tool

Figure 3. Headlight Adjustment Screw (left side shown)

Replacing Headlamp

The headlamp contains no replaceable bulbs. The entire assembly must be replaced upon failure. See a Harley-Davidson dealer for service.