Instruments and controls of motorcycle Harley V-Rod VRSCA (2002-2006)

Controls and Indicators — General Information
Warning! Please read the CONTROLS AND INDICATORS section carefully before operating your motorcycle. If you are negligent in studying the structure of a motorcycle, you may receive serious injuries, even death. A number of the functions and features...

Ignition switch
Warning! The automatic headlight function makes the rider more visible to other drivers. Make sure the headlight is always on. If a motorcyclist is not clearly visible to other drivers, this can result in serious injury or death. Read the OPERATING...

Electric Start Switch
Note. To start the engine, the Off/Run switch MUST be in the RUN position. See Figure 5. The electric start switch is located in the control group to the right of the steering wheel. See OPERATION, Starting the Engine: VRSC Motorcycle Models for...

Switch that turns on the motor
See Figure 5. Engine off/run switch (7) includes (ON) or turns off (OFF) ignition. The off/run switch is located among the controls to the right of the steering wheel. To turn off the ignition and engine, press the top of the off/run switch. To turn...

Throttle handle
See Figure 5. Throttle Control Handle (9) located on the right side of the steering wheel, the throttle is controlled by the right hand. In order to reduce driver fatigue on long trips, non-cruising motorcycle models have a spring-loaded clutch with...

Manual clutch lever
Warning! Do not insert your fingers between the hand control lever and the steering wheel grip. Incorrect hand position can impair control of the lever, causing the motorcycle to lose control, which can result in serious injury or death. See Figure...

Sound signal switch
See Figure 5. The horn is activated by the horn switch (2), which is located in the group of controls on the left side of the steering wheel. Figure 5. Steering wheel controls: 1. Manual clutch lever; 2. Horn switch; 3. Headlight switch; 4. Left...

Headlight switch
See Figure 5. Headlight Switch (3) located on the left side of the steering wheel. The switch has two positions - to turn on high or low beam. To turn on the high beam, press the top of the headlight switch. To turn the low beam back on, press the...

Turn signal switches
See Figure 5. There is a control group on both sides of the steering wheel that contains the turn signal switch. Right turn signal switch (11) controls the flashing right turn indicator lights located on the right front and rear of the motorcycle....

Using the turn signal switches
The turn signal switches are connected to the turn signal module and are used to activate the turn signals based on the motorcycle's speed, acceleration, and turn completion. Briefly press the turn signal switch you require. The turn signal lights...

Motorcycle indicator lights
Figure 6. Indicator lights: 1. Turn left; 2. High beam; 3. Neutral position; 4. Low oil pressure indicator; 5. Low engine coolant level indicator; 6. Turn right; 7. Low fuel indicator; 8. Security system malfunction indicator; 9. ABS system...

Speedometer (speed indicator)
Warning! Drive at a speed appropriate to the road surface and driving conditions. Never exceed the posted speed limit. If you exceed the speed limit, you may lose control, which could result in serious injury or death. See Figure 7. The speedometer...

Setting the clock
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or IGNITION position. 2. See Figure 7. Press the function button until the time appears on the screen (hours and minutes). Press and hold the function switch button for approximately five seconds, or until 12HR...

Kilometers corresponding to the amount of fuel in the tank
This function approximately shows the distance that the motorcycle can travel with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank. 1. With the ignition key switch in the ACC or IGNITION position, press the function switch button until the fuel tank...

Tachometer (engine speed indicator)
See Figure 7. The tachometer measures engine speed - revolutions per minute (RPM). Warning! See section RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOTORCYCLE OPERATION. Do not allow the engine to operate at a speed higher than the maximum permissible speed, which is...

Fault indicator lamp for motorcycle electronic systems
Warning! If the motorcycle's electronic malfunction indicator lamp begins to light, it is necessary to check the correct operation of all controls. Restricting control movement may impair brake, clutch, or gear shifting performance. This could...

Serial fuel injection port
Lamp indicating the need to check the engine See Figure 8. The check engine light is located among the instrument cluster. Its purpose is to indicate whether the engine and its control system are operating normally or not. The lamp indicating the...

Gear shift lever
Warning! The clutch must be completely released before changing gear. If the clutch is not released completely, the motorcycle engine may be damaged. See Figure 9. The gear shift lever is located on the left side of the motorcycle and is operated by...

Brake system
General information The rear brake pedal controls the rear wheel brake and is located on the right side of the motorcycle. The brake pedal of the rear wheel is controlled by the right foot. The front brake lever controls the front wheel brake and is...

Pull-out stand
Warning! Always park your motorcycle on a level, hard surface. A motorcycle that is parked unsteadily may fall over. This can cause serious injury or death. The extendable kickstand is located on the left side of the motorcycle and extends forward...

Rear view mirrors
Warning! Objects in mirrors are closer than they appear in the mirror. Be careful when judging distance based on the appearance of objects in mirrors. Failure to maintain proper distances can result in serious injury or death. Your motorcycle is...

Fuel tank cap
See Figure 10. The fuel filler cap is located under the seat. Figure 10. Fuel tank cap To open the cover, turn it counterclockwise and lift it up. To close the lid, turn it clockwise until it clicks. There is a ratchet on the lid; by listening to...

Fork lock
Warning! Install an anti-theft system on your motorcycle. After parking the motorcycle, lock the steering head and ignition switch. If you do not lock the ignition switch, your motorcycle may be stolen or broken. See Figure 11. VRSC models are...

Rear shock absorbers — adjusting
General information See Figure 12. The rear shock spring load can be adjusted to suit the weight carried by the motorcycle. The spring load adjuster has five positions. The positions of the load regulator are marked on the ring; they become visible...