Engine start and battery charging system of motorcycle Harley Sportster XL1200 (2012-2023)

Battery cables — removal and installation
Removal 1. Remove left side cover. See 2.18 LEFT SIDE COVER. 2. See Figure 6-13. Slide main fuse and holder (1) toward rear of motorcycle to detach from battery strap (4). Figure 6-13. Main fuse and battery location: all models: 1. Main fuse and...

Battery tray — removal and installation
See Figure 6-16. The battery tray is located behind the left side cover. The battery tray supports the battery, TSM/TSSM/HFSM and rear stop lamp switch (XL models only). Figure 6-16. Battery tray assembly: 1. ECM caddy fastener; 2. Rear stop lamp...

Starter — removal and installation
Removal Warning! Prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause death or serious injury. First disconnect negative (-) battery cable at engine and then positive (+) cable from battery. 1. Disconnect battery. See 1.22 BATTERY MAINTENANCE. 2....

Ignition switch — removal and installation
Removal Warning! To prevent spray of fuel, purge system of high-pressure fuel before supply line is disconnected. Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could result in death or serious injury. 1. Purge the fuel supply hose of...

Spark plug cables — removal and installation
Resistor-type high-tension spark plug cables have a carbon-impregnated fabric core (instead of solid wire) for radio noise suppression and improved reliability of electronic components. Use the exact replacement cable for best results. Removal...

Ignition coil — removal and installation
The ignition coil is attached to a mounting bracket secured by the front fuel tank mounting bolt. The unit is divided into separate front and rear coils that fire the spark plugs one cylinder at a time. The ignition coil is mounted on the left half...

Voltage regulator — removal and installation
See Figure 6-89. The voltage regulator is located between the frame downtubes at the front of the motorcycle. Verify latch (5) connection to prevent connector separation. Figure 6-89. Voltage regulator: 1. Voltage regulator; 2. Screw (2); 3. Stator...

Alternator — removal and installation
Removal and disassembly Warning! Prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which could cause death or serious injury. First disconnect negative (-) battery cable at engine and then positive (+) cable from battery. 1. Disconnect battery. See 1.22 BATTERY...