Fastener torque values The table below lists torque values for all fasteners presented in this chapter. Fastener Torque value Notes Air filter bracket nuts 6.0-8.0 Nm 54-70 in·lbs Inspect air filter , Install Air filter cover screw 6.0-8.0 Nm 54-70 in·lbs Inspect air...
Motorcycle general maintenance Servicing a new motorcycle Warning: Perform 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...
Maintenance schedule General Perform the required maintenance at each regular service interval. Refer to Table 2-1. Table 2-1. Regular Service Intervals: 2015 Harley-Davidson Street Models Item serviced Procedure 1000 Ml 1600 KM 5000 Ml 8000 KM 10000 Ml 16000 KM 15000...
Fuel and oil Fuel Always use a good quality unleaded gasoline. Octane ratings are usually found on the pump. Refer to Table 2-2. Warning: Avoid spills. Slowly remove filler cap. Do not fill above bottom of filler neck insert, leaving air space for fuel...
Replace engine oil and filter Check engine oil level Cold Check 1. Set vehicle upright. 2. See Figure 2-1. Remove dipstick (1) and wipe clean. 3. Insert the dipstick and tighten. 4. Remove the dipstick. Verify that there is oil on the dipstick. 5. If oil is not visible, add only...
Inspect tires General Warning: Match tires, tubes, rim strips or seals, air valves and caps to the correct wheel. Contact a Harley-Davidson dealer. Mismatching can lead to tire damage, allow tire slippage on the wheel or cause tire failure, which could result in...
Lubricate cable and chassis General Inspect and lubricate the following items according to Maintenance schedule . If service is on muddy or dusty roads, clean and lubricate at shorter intervals. Luвrication points See Figure 2-6 for general locations of lubrication points....
Inspect brakes Inspect Brake Caliper Pins and Bushings For this scheduled maintenance procedure, see Front brake caliper or Rear brake caliper . Brake Lines For this scheduled maintenance procedure, see Front brake caliper . Brake Pad Thickness Warning: Always...
Check and replace brake fluid Сheck brake fluid level Notes: Do not add or remove brake fluid from the system during normal wear. Reservoir volume is adequate to provide fluid to the wear limits of the pads and discs. Fluid level in reservoir will decrease with brake wear. If...
Check and adjust throttle cables Check and adjust Check Warning: Before starting engine, be sure throttle control will snap back to idle position when released. A throttle control that prevents engine from automatically returning to idle can lead to loss of control, which could...
Check and adjust clutch Check and adjust Check Free Play 1. See Figure 2-17. Measure clutch lever free play. a. Pull clutch cable ferrule (1) away from clutch cable adjuster (2). b. Measure free play (3). Adjust Cable 1. See Figure 2-18. Adjust lower clutch cable. a....
Adjust brake linkage Adjust FASTENER TORQUE VALUE Rear brake pushrod jamnut 7.0-9.0 Nm 62-79 in·lbs 1. See Figure 2-19. Loosen jamnut (2). 2. Rotate turnbuckle (1) to achieve 1.0-1.5 mm (0.039-0.051 in) free play. 3. Tighten jamnut (2) to 7.0-9.0 Nm (62-79 in·lbs)....
Adjust steering head bearings Prepare 1. Remove headlamp fairing. See Headlamp fairing . 2. Disconnect clutch cable. See Clutch control . 3. Raise front wheel. See Motorcycle general maintenance , Secure the Motorcycle for Service. Fall-away FASTENER TORQUE VALUE Fork stem...
Inspect radiator and coolant Prepare 1. Allow motorcycle to cool. 2. Set motorcycle upright. See Motorcycle general maintenance , Secure the Motorcycle for Service. 3. Remove left side cover. See Side covers . General Notice: Use only Genuine Harley-Davidson Extended Life...
Inspect and adjust drive belt and sprockets Inspect Sprockets Note: If chrome chips or gouges to rear sprocket are large enough to be harmful, they will leave a pattern on the belt face. 1. See Figure 2-23. Inspect each tooth (1) of rear sprocket for: major tooth damage large chrome chips...
Inspect rear wheel compensator Nspect 1. See Figure 2-28. Check rear wheel compensator wear. a. Hang a weighted string (1) on the left axle spacer. Note: Do not allow the rear wheel to rotate when rotating the sprocket. A false measurement will occur. b. Rotate the rear sprocket...
Inspect exhaust system Leak check 1. Check exhaust system for obvious signs of leakage such as carbon tracks and marks at pipe joints. a. Check for loose or missing fasteners. Tighten or replace as necessary. b. Check for cracked pipe clamps or brackets. Replace or repair...
Inspect air filter Remove 1. See Figure 2-29. Remove air cleaner cover. a. Remove screw (1). b. Remove cover (2). 2. Remove filter element. a. Remove nuts (3). b. Remove bracket (4). c. Remove filter element (5). d. Remove washers (7). Install FASTENER TORQUE VALUE...
Inspect and adjust valve lash Prepare 1. Remove front belt guard. See Belt guards . 2. Disconnect negative battery cable. See Power disconnect . 3. Lift rear of fuel tank. See Lift rear of fuel tank . 4. Remove air cleaner assembly. See Air cleaner assembly . 5. Remove cylinder...
Inspect battery Prepare 1. Remove left and right side covers. See Side covers . 2. Remove main fuse. See Power disconnect . 3. Remove vapor valve. See Vapor valve . 4. Remove front belt guard. See Belt guards . Remove 1. See Figure 2-33. Remove electrical panel. a....
Replace spark plugs Prepare 1. Remove main fuse. See Power disconnect . Remove Warning: Disconnecting spark plug cable with engine running can result in electric shock and death or serious injury. 1. See Figure 2-35. Remove spark plug cables from spark plugs. 2....
Storage of maintenance Place in storage PART NUMBER TOOL NAME 98716-87A STORAGE COVER Note: If the motorcycle will be stored for an extended period of time, securely support the motorcycle under the frame so that all weight is off the tires. 1. See Replace engine oil and...
Troubleshooting of maintenance General Warning: The Troubleshooting section of this manual is a guide to diagnose problems. Read the appropriate sections of this manual before performing any work. Improper repair and/or maintenance could result in death or serious injury. Use the...