Removal
Note. It is not necessary to disassemble the headlamp assembly in order to replace headlamp bulbs.
1. See Figure 8-23. To replace the low beam (5) or high beam (7) headlamp bulb, reach behind the headlamp bucket (4) and grasp the appropriate headlamp bulb socket connector.
2. Squeeze the release latches on the connector and pull the connector away from the headlamp bulb.
3. While facing the headlamp from behind (looking toward the front of the motorcycle), twist the headlamp bulb approximately 45 degrees counterclockwise (ccw) and gently pull straight out of the headlamp.
Installation
Note. The low beam headlamp bulb (labeled H11) mounts in the top hole in the rear of the headlamp assembly The high beam bulb (labeled H9) mounts in the bottom hole.
1. See Figure 8-23. To install a new headlamp bulb, insert it into the hole in the rear of the headlamp. Facing the headlamp assembly from the rear (looking toward the front of the motorcycle):
- a. Position the low beam bulb (5) with its connector housing pointing to approximately 4 o’clock.
- b. Position the high beam bulb (7) with it’s connector housing pointing to approximately 5 o’clock.
2. Gently twist the bulb clockwise (CW) approximately 45 degrees, until it stops.
Caution! Do NOT force the connector onto the headlamp bulb socket. The two headlamp connectors are not interchangeable. Forcing the wrong connector onto the bulb will damage the connector pins and/or bulb socket.
3. Gently push the headlamp wiring connector onto the headlamp bulb socket until it clicks into place.