Rules for the safe operation of motorcycles Warning! Motorcycles are different from other vehicles. Motorcycles are based on different principles, in particular, their brakes work differently, parking is done differently. Inexperienced or incorrect operation of the motorcycle can result in...
Traffic Laws Always sound your horns at vehicles moving in the same direction and turn on your turn signals. When overtaking vehicles traveling in the same direction, use caution. Do not overtake vehicles moving in the same direction at street intersections, on...
Accessories and cargo Harley-Davidson Motor Company cannot test all accessories or combinations sold and cannot make specific recommendations for their use. Therefore, if the driver installs any accessories or additional weight on the motorcycle, he is personally...
Exhaust Sound Management System Modification of exhaust system components Motorcycle owners are cautioned that the removal or replacement of any exhaust system component may be prohibited by applicable law. This prohibition is communicated before the vehicle is sold or delivered...
Vehicle identification number See Figure 1. Full 17-digit vehicle identification number VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) stamped on the steering head and on a mark located on the left frame tube, above the front engine cylinder. The abbreviated VIN number is stamped on the...
Motorcycle labels Figure 3 shows labels that provide safety and maintenance information. These labels are found on new motorcycles. If they are not available, they can be purchased separately. For label descriptions, see Table 2. Table 2. Labels: VRSC motorcycle...
Motorcycle Specifications Table 3. Engine: VRSC motorcycle models, 2008 CHARACTERISTIC SPECIFICATION Number of cylinders 2 Type 4-stroke, V-shaped cylinder arrangement (at an angle of 60 degrees), air-cooled Compression ratio 11.3-1 Diameter cylinder 4.134 inches 105.00 mm...
Tire information Warning! Tires, tubes, air valves and caps must be in the correct position on the wheel rim. For further information, please contact your Harley-Davidson dealer. If the tire is in the wrong position, the tire bead may be damaged due to the tire...
Catalytic converters of exhaust gases All motorcycles sold outside the US (HDI) equipped with catalytic exhaust gas converters. Motorcycles sold in the USA and Japan are not equipped with catalytic converters. Warning! Do not operate a motorcycle equipped with a catalytic converter if...
Gasoline grades Your motorcycle is designed for the best performance and efficiency. it provides when using gasoline without lead additives. Alcohol or ether is added to many types of gasoline to enrich them with oxygen. It is important which alcohols or ethers...