Harley Davidson Softail Delux FLSTN BIKE 2011-2015. Service Manual

1.23

STORAGE

GENERAL

Always prepare motorcycle for extended storage following
service manual procedures. This will help protect parts against
corrosion, preserve the battery and prevent buildup of gum
and varnish in the fuel system.

PLACING IN STORAGE

TOOL NAME

PART NUMBER

STORAGE COVER

98716-87A

Do not store motorcycle with gasoline in tank within the
home or garage where open flames, pilot lights, sparks or
electric motors are present. Gasoline is extremely flam-
mable and highly explosive, which could result in death
or serious injury. (00003a)

Run motorcycle until engine is at normal operating temper-
ature. Stop the engine then drain the oil tank, install a

new

oil filter, and fill oil tank with the proper grade oil. Check
the transmission lubricant level.

Avoid spills. Slowly remove filler cap. Do not fill above
bottom of filler neck insert, leaving air space for fuel
expansion. Secure filler cap after refueling. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00028a)

Use care when refueling. Pressurized air in fuel tank can
force gasoline to escape through filler tube. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and highly explosive, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00029a)

Prepare your fuel system by filling fuel tank and adding a
gasoline stabilizer. Use one of the commercially available
gasoline stabilizers following the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.

Remove the spark plugs, inject a few squirts of engine oil
into each cylinder and crank the engine 5-6 revolutions.
install spark plugs.

Inspect drive belt deflection. See

1.12 DRIVE BELT AND

SPROCKETS

Inspect drive belt and sprockets. See

1.12 DRIVE BELT

AND SPROCKETS

Inspect air cleaner filter. See

1.7 AIR CLEANER AND

EXHAUST SYSTEM

Lubricate controls. See

1.14 CABLE AND CHASSIS

LUBRICATION

Inspect operation of all electrical equipment and switches.

Check tire inflation and inspect tires for wear and/or
damage. See

1.8 TIRES AND WHEELS

. 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.

Be sure that brake fluid or other lubricants do not contact
brake pads or discs. Such contact can adversely affect
braking ability, which could cause loss of control, resulting
in death or serious injury. (00290a)

10. Wash painted and chrome-plated surfaces. Apply a light

film of oil to exposed unpainted surfaces.

Unplug or turn OFF battery charger before connecting
charger cables to battery. Connecting cables with charger
ON can cause a spark and battery explosion, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00066a)

Explosive hydrogen gas, which escapes during charging,
could cause death or serious injury. Charge battery in a
well-ventilated area. Keep open flames, electrical sparks
and smoking materials away from battery at all times.
KEEP BATTERIES AWAY FROM CHILDREN. (00065a)

11. Remove battery from vehicle. Charge battery until the

correct voltage is obtained. Charge the battery every other
month if it is stored at temperatures below 60 ° F (16 ° C).
Charge battery once a month if it is stored at temperatures
above 60 ° F (16 ° C). See

1.20 BATTERY MAINTEN-

ANCE

Unplug or turn OFF battery charger before disconnecting
charger cables from battery. Disconnecting clamps with
charger ON can cause a spark and battery explosion, which
could result in death or serious injury. (00067a)

12. If the motorcycle is to be covered, use a material that will

breathe, such as STORAGE COVER (Part No. 98716-
87A) or light canvas. Plastic materials that do not breathe
promote the formation of condensation, which leads to
corrosion.

REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

The clutch failing to disengage can cause loss of control,
which could result in death or serious injury. Prior to
starting after extended periods of storage, place transmis-
sion in gear and push vehicle back and forth several times
to assure proper clutch disengagement. (00075a)

Charge and install the battery.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

GENERAL

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.
(00528b)

Use the symptoms listed for general troubleshooting. More
than one condition may be present at a time. Check all possible
items to keep motorcycle in good operating condition.

NOTE

See the electrical diagnostic manual for additional information.

ENGINE

Starter Motor Does Not Operate or Does Not
Turn Engine Over

Ignition switch not in IGNITION position.

Engine run switch in OFF position.

Discharged battery, loose or corroded connections
(solenoid chatters).

Starter control circuit, relay, or solenoid faulty.

Electric starter shaft pinion gear not engaging or overrun-
ning clutch slipping.

BCM Bank Angle Sensor tripped and ignition/light key
switch not cycled OFF then back to IGNITION.

Security system activated.

Motorcycle in gear and clutch not pulled in.

Jiffy stand down and transmission in gear (HDI models
only)

10. Main fuse not in place

Engine Turns Over But Does Not Start

Fuel tank empty.

Fouled spark plugs.

Discharged battery, loose or damaged battery terminal
connections.

Engine lubricant too heavy (winter operation).

NOTE

For cold weather starts, always disengage clutch.

Spark plug cables in bad condition and shorting, cable
connections loose or cables connected to incorrect cylin-
ders.

Loose wire connection at coil, battery, or ECM connector.

Ignition timing incorrect due to faulty coil, ECM or sensors.

Bank Angle Sensor tripped and ignition switch not cycled
OFF then back to IGNITION.

Fuel filter clogged.

10. Sticking or damaged valve(s) or wrong length pushrod(s).

11. Plugged fuel injectors.

Starts Hard

Spark plugs in bad condition or have improper gap or are
partially fouled.

Spark plug cables in poor condition.

Battery nearly discharged.

Damaged wire or loose wire connection at one of the bat-
tery terminals, ignition coil or ECM connector.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Intake air leak.

Fuel tank vent hose, filler cap vent or vapor valve plugged,
or fuel line closed off, restricting fuel flow.

Engine lubricant too heavy (winter operation).

NOTE

For cold weather starts, always disengage clutch.

Ignition not functioning properly (possible sensor failure).

10. Faulty ignition coil.

11. Valves sticking.

12. Partially plugged fuel injector(s).

Starts But Runs Irregularly or Misses

Spark plugs in poor condition or partially fouled.

Spark plug cables in poor condition and shorting or leaking.

Spark plug gap too close or too wide.

Faulty ignition coil, ECM, or sensor.

Battery nearly discharged.

Damaged wire or loose connection at battery terminals,
ignition coil or ECM connector.

Intermittent short circuit due to damaged wire insulation.

Water or dirt in fuel system.

Fuel tank vent system plugged.

10. Air leak at intake manifold or air cleaner.

11. Loose or dirty ECM connector.

12. Faulty Sensor(s): Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP),

Crank Position (CKP) or Oxygen (O2).

13. Incorrect valve timing.

14. Weak or damaged valve springs.

15. Damaged intake or exhaust valve.

16. Partially plugged fuel injector(s).

17. Air cleaner EVAP solenoid (if equipped) stuck closed or

inoperative.

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A Spark Plug Fouls Repeatedly

Fuel mixture too rich.

Incorrect spark plug for the kind of service.

Piston rings badly worn or damaged.

Valve guides or seals badly worn.

Pre-Ignition or Detonation (Knocks or Pings)

Fuel octane rating too low.

Faulty spark plugs.

Incorrect spark plug for the kind of service.

Excessive carbon deposit on piston head or in combustion
chamber.

Ignition timing advanced due to faulty sensor inputs (MAP
and/or CKP).

Ignition timing advanced due to ECM or sensors (CKP,
ET or MAP) defective.

Intake manifold vacuum leak.

Overheating

Insufficient oil supply or oil not circulating.

Insufficient air flow over engine.

Heavy carbon deposits.

Ignition timing retarded due to defective ECM or faulty
sensor(s): Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) and/or Crank
Position (CKP).

Leaking valve(s).

O-ring damaged or missing from oil pump/crankcase
junction (also results in poor engine performance).

Valve Train Noise

Low oil pressure caused by oil feed pump not functioning
properly or oil passages obstructed.

Faulty hydraulic lifter(s).

Bent pushrod(s).

Incorrect pushrod length.

Rocker arm binding on shaft.

Valve sticking in guide.

Chain tensioning spring or shoe worn.

Cam(s), cam gear(s) or cam bushing(s) worn.

Cam timing incorrect.

Excessive Vibration

Wheels bent or damaged and/or tires worn or damaged.

Primary chain badly worn or links tight as a result of
insufficient lubrication or misalignment.

Engine to transmission mounting bolts loose.

Upper engine mounting bracket loose.

Ignition timing advanced due to faulty sensor inputs (MAP,
CKP)/poorly tuned engine.

Internal engine problem.

Damaged frame.

Engine counterbalancer out of time or bearing failed.

Rear fork pivot shaft fasteners loose.

10. Front engine mounting bolts loose.

Check Engine Light Illuminates During
Operation

Fault detected. See the electrical diagnostic manual for
more information.

LUBRICATION SYSTEM

Oil Does Not Return To Oil Tank

Oil tank empty.

Oil pump not functioning.

Return oil pump gears damaged.

Restricted oil lines or fittings.

Restricted oil filter.

Oil pump misaligned or in poor condition.

O-ring damaged or missing from oil pump/crankcase
junction (also results in poor engine performance).

Engine Uses Too Much Oil Or Smokes
Excessively

Oil tank overfilled.

Restricted oil return line to oil tank.

Restricted breather operation.

Restricted oil filter.

Oil pump misaligned or in poor condition.

Piston rings badly worn or damaged.

Valve guides or seals worn or damaged.

O-ring damaged or missing from oil pump/crankcase
junction (also results in poor engine performance).

Plugged crankcase scavenge port.

10. Oil diluted with gasoline.

Engine Leaks Oil From Cases, Pushrods,
Hoses, Etc.

Loose parts.

Imperfect seal at gaskets, pushrod cover, washers, etc.

Restricted breather passages or hose to air cleaner.

Restricted oil filter.

Oil tank overfilled.

Lower rocker housing gasket installed incorrectly (upside
down).

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Restricted oil return line to oil tank.

Porosity.

Low Oil Pressure

Oil tank underfilled.

Faulty low oil pressure switch.

Oil pump O-ring damaged or missing.

Bypass valve stuck in open position.

Ball missing or leaking in cam support plate.

Worn oil pump gerotor(s).

Restricted feed hose from oil tank.

Oil diluted with gasoline.

High Oil Pressure

Bypass valve stuck in closed position.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NOTE

For diagnostic information see the electrical diagnostic manual.

Alternator Does Not Charge

Voltage regulator module not grounded.

Engine ground wire loose or damaged.

Faulty voltage regulator module.

Loose or damaged wires in charging circuit.

Faulty stator and/or rotor.

Alternator Charge Rate Is Below Normal

Weak or damaged battery.

Loose connections.

Faulty voltage regulator module.

Faulty stator and/or rotor.

Speedometer Operates Erratically

Contaminated vehicle speed sensor (remove sensor and
clean off metal particles).

Loose connections.

TRANSMISSION

Shifts Hard

Primary chaincase overfilled with lubricant.

Clutch not fully disengaging.

Transmission lubricant too heavy (winter operation).

Shifter return spring (inside transmission) bent or broken.

Bent shifter rod.

Shifter forks (inside transmission) sprung.

Corners worn off shifter clutch dog rings (inside transmis-
sion).

Jumps Out Of Gear

Shifter rod improperly adjusted.

Shifter drum (inside transmission) improperly adjusted or
damaged/worn.

Shifter engaging parts (inside transmission) badly worn
and rounded.

Shifter forks bent.

Damaged gears.

Clutch Slips

Clutch controls improperly adjusted.

Insufficient clutch spring tension.

Worn friction discs.

Clutch Drags Or Does Not Release

Lubricant level too high in primary chaincase.

Clutch controls improperly adjusted.

Primary chain badly misaligned or too tight.

Insufficient clutch spring tension.

Clutch discs warped.

Clutch Chatters

Friction discs or steel discs worn or warped.

HANDLING

Irregularities

Improperly loaded motorcycle. Non-standard equipment
on the front end such as heavy radio receivers, extra
lighting equipment or luggage tends to cause unstable
handling.

Damaged tire(s) or improper front-rear tire combination.

Irregular or peaked front tire tread wear.

Incorrect tire pressure. See

1.8 TIRES AND WHEELS

Shock absorber not functioning normally.

Loose wheel axle nuts. Tighten to recommended torque
specification.

Rear wheel out of alignment with frame and front wheel.

Steering head bearings improperly adjusted. Correct
adjustment and replace pitted or worn bearings and races.

Loose spokes (laced wheel vehicles only).

10. Tire and wheel unbalanced.

11. Rims and tires out-of-round or eccentric with hub.

12. Rims and tires out-of-true sideways.

13. Rear fork pivot-improper torque.

BRAKES

Brake Does Not Hold Normally

Brake fluid reservoir low, system leaking or pads worn.

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OIL PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

Removal

See

Figure 3-101

. Secure the cam support plate in a vise

with soft jaws.

Measurement between piston and bore in cam support
plate:

With piston in place, insert straight stiff wire into bore
until it bottoms in the piston.

Mark wire at edge of bore in cam support plate.

Remove wire and measure distance from the end to
the mark. With piston fully seated in the bore, depth
should be approximately 2.25 in. (57.15 mm).

If it is less than specified, the piston is not fully seated
and a low oil pressure condition will likely be the
result.

Use a 1/8 in. punch to remove roll pin (1). Discard roll pin.

Remove spring (2) and piston (3) from bypass port.

Inspection

NOTE

A stretched spring or sticking piston can result in high oil
pressure.

Inspect spring for stretching, kinks, and distortion.

Inspect piston and bore for burrs, scoring or other damage.
Look for steel particles or aluminum chips. Replace cam
support plate and piston if any of these conditions are
found.

Measure running clearance of piston in bore. If running
clearance exceeds 0.003 in. (0.076 mm), install

new

piston

and measure again. Replace cam support plate if running
clearance still exceeds specification.

Installation

Secure the cam support plate in a vise with soft jaws.

See

Figure 3-101

. Lubricate piston (3) with SCREAMIN'

EAGLE ASSEMBLY LUBE. Slide piston into bypass port
of cam support plate with the open side facing outward.

Slide spring (2) into bypass port until seated in piston.

Start

new

roll pin (1) into hole in cam support plate.

Compress spring using the blade of a small screwdriver.

Hold spring compressed and tap roll pin into cam support
plate until it approaches pin hole on opposite side.

Remove screwdriver to release spring. Verify that spring
is straight and square in bore.

Use a 1/8 in. punch to install roll pin until flush with casting.

sm02516

1. Roll pin
2. Spring
3. Piston
4. Bypass port

Figure 3-101. Oil Pressure Relief Valve Assembly

CAM NEEDLE BEARINGS

TOOL NAME

PART NUMBER

CAMSHAFT NEEDLE BEARING
REMOVER/INSTALLER

HD-42325-A

Removal

Obtain

the

CAMSHAFT

NEEDLE

BEARING

REMOVER/INSTALLER (Part No. HD-42325-A).

See

Figure 3-103

. Remove four thumb screws (1) from

threaded holes in support plate (2), if installed.

Sparingly apply clean engine oil (9) to threads of collet (3)
to prolong service life and verify smooth operation.

Slide collet through support plate so that threaded end
exits stamped side of plate.

Aligning two large holes in support plate with needle
bearing bores, hang right side of plate on ring dowel in
crankcase flange.

Install thumb screws to secure support plate to crankcase.

Center expandable end of collet in bearing bore and slide
bearing (7) and flat washer (5) on threaded end. Start hex
nut (8) on threaded end.

Push expandable end of collet through bearing bore into
flywheel compartment. Feel for inside edge of needle
bearing using end of collet and then back off slightly.

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2.1

FASTENER TORQUE VALUES

FASTENER TORQUE VALUES IN THIS
CHAPTER

The table below lists torque values for all fasteners presented
in this chapter.

NOTES

TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

2.4 FRONT WHEEL, Installation

95.0-101.8 Nm

70-75 ft-lbs

Axle nut, front

2.10 VEHICLE ALIGNMENT, Axle Alignment

129-142 Nm

95-105 ft-lbs

Axle nut, rear

2.4 FRONT WHEEL, Installation

14.9-20.3 Nm

132-180

in-lbs

Axle slider cap fasteners, front

2.5 REAR WHEEL, Assembly/After initial torque,
loosen screws 1/2 turn (180 degrees)

81.4 Nm

60 ft-lbs

Belt sprocket screws, 1st torque

2.5 REAR WHEEL, Assembly

104.5-112.6 Nm

77-83 ft-lbs

Belt sprocket screws, final torque

2.12 FRONT BRAKE CALIPER, Assembly

20.3-22.6 Nm

15-16 ft-lbs

Brake bridge bolt/pad pin, front caliper

2.12 FRONT BRAKE CALIPER, Installation

23.1-29.9 Nm

17-22 ft-lbs

Brake caliper, front, banjo bolt

2.12 FRONT BRAKE CALIPER, Installation

38.0-51.5 Nm

28-38 ft-lbs

Brake caliper, front, lower mounting bolt

2.12 FRONT BRAKE CALIPER, Installation

38.0-51.5 Nm

28-38 ft-lbs

Brake caliper, front, upper mounting bolt

2.11 FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYL-
INDER, Assembly and Installation

23.1-29.9 Nm

17-22 ft-lbs

Brake caliper/master cylinder banjo bolt

2.12 FRONT BRAKE CALIPER, Assembly

9.0-11.3 Nm

80-100

in-lbs

Brake caliper bleeder valve

2.14 REAR BRAKE CALIPER, Assembly

9.0-11.3 Nm

80-100

in-lbs

Brake caliper bleeder valve

2.15 BLEEDING BRAKES, Procedure

9.0-11.3 Nm

80-100

in-lbs

Brake caliper bleeder valve

2.12 FRONT BRAKE CALIPER, Assembly

38.0-51.5 Nm

28-38 ft-lbs

Brake caliper bridge bolt, front

2.4 FRONT WHEEL, Installation

38.0-51.5 Nm

28-38 ft-lbs

Brake caliper mounting bolt, front

2.14 REAR BRAKE CALIPER, Installation

21.7-27.1 Nm

16-20 ft-lbs

Brake caliper mounting bolt, rear

2.4 FRONT WHEEL, Assembly

21.7-32.5 Nm

16-24 ft-lbs

Brake disc screws, front

2.4 FRONT WHEEL, Assembly

21.7-32.5 Nm

16-24 ft-lbs

Brake disc screws, front

2.5 REAR WHEEL, Assembly

40.7-61.0 Nm

30-45 ft-lbs

Brake disc screws, rear

2.17 STEERING HEAD, Installation

10.8-13.6 Nm

96-120

in-lbs

Brake hose bracket bolt, front

2.17 STEERING HEAD, Installation

10.8-13.6 Nm

96-120

in-lbs

Brake hose bracket bolt, front

2.17 STEERING HEAD, Installation

10.8-13.6 Nm

96-120

in-lbs

Brake hose bracket bolt, front

2.14 REAR BRAKE CALIPER, Assembly

9.0-13.6 Nm

80-120

in-lbs

Brake pad pin, rear caliper

2.28 REAR FENDER: FLSTC, Installation/Initial
torque

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, lower-
front, 1st torque: FLSTC

2.29 REAR FENDER: FLSTF/B, Installation/Initial
torque

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, lower-
front, 1st torque: FLSTF/B

2.33 REAR FENDER: FLSTN, Installation/Initial
torque

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, lower-
front, 1st torque: FLSTN

2.30 REAR FENDER: FXST, Installation/Initial
torque

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, lower-
front, 1st torque: FXST

2.28 REAR FENDER: FLSTC, Installation/Final
torque

51.5-56.9 Nm

38-42 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, lower-
front, final torque: FLSTC

2.29 REAR FENDER: FLSTF/B, Installation/Final
torque

51.5-56.9 Nm

38-42 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, lower-
front, final torque: FLSTF/B

2.33 REAR FENDER: FLSTN, Installation/Final
torque

51.5-56.9 Nm

38-42 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, lower-
front, final torque: FLSTN

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FASTENER

2.30 REAR FENDER: FXST, Installation/Final
torque

51.5-56.9 Nm

38-42 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, lower-
front, final torque: FXST

2.28 REAR FENDER: FLSTC, Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, upper:
FLSTC

2.29 REAR FENDER: FLSTF/B, Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, upper:
FLSTF/B

2.33 REAR FENDER: FLSTN, Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, upper:
FLSTN

2.30 REAR FENDER: FXST, Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Fender, rear, support fasteners, upper:
FXST

2.27 FRONT FENDER, Installation

20.3-28.5 Nm

15-21 ft-lbs

Fender fasteners, front

2.31 REAR FENDER: FLS, FXS, Installation/Initial
torque

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Fender support fasteners, rear, 1st
torque: FLS, FXS

2.31 REAR FENDER: FLS, FXS, Installation/Final
torque

51.5-56.9 Nm

38-42 ft-lbs

Fender support fasteners, rear, final
torque: FLS, FXS

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Left Side
Removal and Installation

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Fender support fasteners - 1st torque

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Right Side
Removal and Installation

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Fender support fasteners - 1st torque

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Left Side
Removal and Installation

51.5-56.9 Nm

38-42 ft-lbs

Fender support fasteners - final torque

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Right Side
Removal and Installation

51.5-56.9 Nm

38-42 ft-lbs

Fender support fasteners - final torque

2.42 SADDLEBAGS: FLSTC, Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Fender support studs: FLSTC

2.31 REAR FENDER: FLS, FXS, Installation/Rear
mount license plate.

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Fender support to fender fasteners, rear:
FLS, FXS

2.35 FOOTBOARDS AND FOOTRESTS, Pas-
senger Footrest

33.9-40.7 Nm

25-30 ft-lbs

Footrest support screw, passenger

2.35 FOOTBOARDS AND FOOTRESTS, Pas-
senger Footrest

33.9-40.7 Nm

25-30 ft-lbs

Footrest support screw, passenger, left-
side: FLSTN

2.16 FRONT FORK: TELESCOPIC, Assembly

14.7-24.5 Nm

130-216

in-lbs

Fork damper tube screw, Front

2.16 FRONT FORK: TELESCOPIC, Replacing Fork
Oil

5.9-8.9 Nm

52-78

in-lbs

Fork drain screw

2.17 STEERING HEAD, Installation

94.9-108.4 Nm

70-80 ft-lbs

Fork stem nut: FXS/FXSB

2.17 STEERING HEAD, Installation

94.9-108.4 Nm

70-80 ft-lbs

Fork stem nut: FXST

2.16 FRONT FORK: TELESCOPIC, Installation

74.6-81.3 Nm

55-60 ft-lbs

Fork stem pinch bolts, lower: all but
FXS/B

2.16 FRONT FORK: TELESCOPIC, Installation

16.3-21.7 Nm

12-16 ft-lbs

Fork stem pinch bolts, lower final torque:
FXS (tighten for the second time after
tightening upper fork stem pinch bolts. )

2.16 FRONT FORK: TELESCOPIC, Installation

16.3-21.7 Nm

12-16 ft-lbs

Fork stem pinch bolts, upper: FXS

2.16 FRONT FORK: TELESCOPIC, Installation

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Fork stem pinch bolts, upper and lower:
FXSB

2.17 STEERING HEAD, Installation

33.9-40.7 Nm

25-30 ft-lbs

Fork stem upper bracket pinch bolt:
FLSTC, FLSTF/B, FLSTN, FLS

2.16 FRONT FORK: TELESCOPIC, Replacing Fork
Oil

81.3-95.0 Nm

60-70 ft-lbs

Fork tube cap

2.15 BLEEDING BRAKES, Procedure

1.4-1.7 Nm

12-15

in-lbs

Front master cylinder reservoir cover
screws

2.23 HANDLEBARS: FLSTC, FLSTN, FLS,
FXST, Installation

40.7-54.3 Nm

30-40 ft-lbs

Handlebar clamp fasteners, lower:
FLSTC, FLSTN, FLS, FXST

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TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

2.26 HANDLEBARS: FXSB, Installation

16.3-21.7 Nm

12-16 ft-lbs

Handlebar clamp front fasteners

2.23 HANDLEBARS: FLSTC, FLSTN, FLS,
FXST, Installation

16.3-20.3 Nm

12-15 ft-lbs

Handlebar clamp front fasteners: FLSTC,
FLSTN, FLS, FXST

2.26 HANDLEBARS: FXSB, Installation

16.3-21.7 Nm

12-16 ft-lbs

Handlebar clamp rear fasteners

2.23 HANDLEBARS: FLSTC, FLSTN, FLS,
FXST, Installation

16.3-20.3 Nm

12-15 ft-lbs

Handlebar clamp rear fasteners: FLSTC,
FLSTN, FLS, FXST

2.24 HANDLEBARS: FLSTF/B, Installation

40.7-54.2 Nm

30-40 ft-lbs

Handlebar lower clamp fastener;
FLSTF/B

2.25 HANDLEBARS: FXS, Installation

122-149 Nm

90-110 ft-lbs

Handlebar nut: FXS

2.11 FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYL-
INDER, Assembly and Installation

6.8-9.0 Nm

60-80

in-lbs

Handlebar switch clamp screw

2.11 FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYL-
INDER, Assembly and Installation

4.0-5.1 Nm

35-45

in-lbs

Handlebar switch housing screw

2.24 HANDLEBARS: FLSTF/B, Installation

16.3-24.4 Nm

12-18 ft-lbs

Handlebar upper clamp fasteners;
FLSTF/B

2.36 JIFFY STAND, Installation

33.9-40.7 Nm

25-30 ft-lbs

Jiffy stand bracket assembly screws

2.36 JIFFY STAND, Sensor: HDI Models

10.8-16.3 Nm

96-144

in-lbs

Jiffy stand sensor screw

2.31 REAR FENDER: FLS, FXS, Installation/Rear
mount license plate.

1.4-2.0 Nm

12-18

in-lbs

License plate bracket to mounting
bracket lower fasteners: FLS, FXS

2.31 REAR FENDER: FLS, FXS, Installation/Rear
mount license plate.

6.8-9.0 Nm

60-80

in-lbs

License plate bracket to mounting
bracket upper fasteners: FLS, FXS

2.26 HANDLEBARS: FXSB, Installation

40.7-54.3 Nm

30-40 ft-lbs

Lower handlebar clamp fasteners

2.41 LUGGAGE RACK: FLSTN, Removal and
Installation

10.8-13.6 Nm

96-120

in-lbs

Luggage rack front fasteners: FLSTN

2.41 LUGGAGE RACK: FLSTN, Removal and
Installation

16.3-19.0 Nm

12-14 ft-lbs

Luggage rack rear fasteners: FLSTN

2.20 REAR FORK, Installation

122-149 Nm

90-110 ft-lbs

Pivot shaft nut

2.5 REAR WHEEL, Installation

128.8-142.5 Nm

95-105 ft-lbs

Rear axle nut

2.13 REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, Installa-
tion

39.4-46.1 Nm

29-34 ft-lbs

Rear brake master cylinder retainer
fastener

2.14 REAR BRAKE CALIPER, Installation

23.1-29.9 Nm

17-22 ft-lbs

Rear caliper banjo bolt

2.32 REAR FENDER: FXSB, Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Rear fender support to fender

2.32 REAR FENDER: FXSB, Installation

40.7-47.5 Nm

30-35 ft-lbs

Rear fender support to frame fasteners:
1st torque

2.32 REAR FENDER: FXSB, Installation

51.6-57.0 Nm

38-42 ft-lbs

Rear fender support to frame fasteners:
final torque

2.13 REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, Installa-
tion

23.1-29.9 Nm

17-22 ft-lbs

Rear master cylinder banjo bolt

2.13 REAR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, Installa-
tion

40.7-54.2 Nm

30-40 ft-lbs

Rear master cylinder nut

2.15 BLEEDING BRAKES, Procedure

0.7-0.9 Nm

6-8

in-lbs

Rear master cylinder reservoir cover
screws, non-ABS models

2.35 FOOTBOARDS AND FOOTRESTS, Rider
Footboards

6.8-9.0 Nm

60-80

in-lbs

Rider footboard screws

2.35 FOOTBOARDS AND FOOTRESTS, Rider
Footrest

39.4-46.1 Nm

29-34 ft-lbs

Rider footrest support screws

2.42 SADDLEBAGS: FLSTC, Installation

13.6-16.3 Nm

120-144

in-lbs

Saddlebag flange nuts: FLSTC

2.42 SADDLEBAGS: FLSTC, Installation

13.6-16.3 Nm

120-144

in-lb

Saddlebag lower bracket acorn nut:
FLSTC

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TORQUE VALUE

FASTENER

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Left Side
Removal and Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Saree guard fasteners, lower left

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Right Side
Removal and Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Saree guard fasteners, right

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Left Side
Removal and Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Saree guard fasteners, upper left

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Right Side
Removal and Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Saree guard nut, right

2.44 SAREE GUARD: INDIA MODELS, Left Side
Removal and Installation

28.5-36.6 Nm

21-27 ft-lbs

Saree guard nut, upper left

2.19 REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS, Installation

164.0-184.4 Nm

121-136 ft-lbs

Shock bolt, rear

2.19 REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS, Installation

43.4-52.9 Nm

32-39 ft-lbs

Shock locknut, Rear

2.16 FRONT FORK: TELESCOPIC, Installation

81.3-95.0 Nm

60-70 ft-lbs

Slider tube cap

2.7 CHECKING AND TRUING WHEELS, Truing
Laced Wheels

6.2 Nm

in-lbs

Spoke nipple

2.21 THROTTLE CONTROL, Assembly/Installation

4.0-5.1 Nm

35-45

in-lbs

Throttle control housing screws

2.9 TIRES, Installation

1.4-1.7 Nm

12-15

in-lbs

Valve stem nut

2.9 TIRES, Installation

1.4-1.7 Nm

12-15

in-lbs

Valve stem nut

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2.2

SPECIFICATIONS

Chassis Specifications

Table 2-1. Capacities

U.S.

ITEM

18.9

5.0 gal

Fuel tank (total)

3.8

1.0 gal

Low fuel warning light on

2.8

3.0 qt

Oil tank with filter

0.95

1.0 qt

Transmission (approximate)

0.95

1.0 qt

Primary chaincase (approximate)

Table 2-2. Dimensions: FLSTFB, FLSTC, FLSTF, and FLSTN

FLSTN

FLSTF

FLSTC

FLSTFB

ITEM

2405

94.7

2395

94.3

2400

94.5

2395

94.3

Length

980

38.6

990

39.0

955

37.6

990

39.0

Overall Width

1125

44.3

1095

43.1

1402

55.2

1095

43.1

Overall Height

1638

64.5

1638

64.5

1638

64.5

1638

64.5

Wheel base

122

4.8

130

5.1

130

5.1

122

4.8

Road clearance

622

24.5

635

25.0

648

25.5

616

24.3

Saddle height*

*With 180 lb (81.6 kg) rider on seat

Table 2-3. Dimensions: FLS, FXST, FXS and FXSB

FXSB

FXS

FXST

FLS

ITEM

2445

96.3

2362

93.0

2410

94.9

2405

94.7

Length

915

36.0

864

34.0

915

36.0

990

39.0

Overall Width

1040

40.9

1201

47.3

1230

48.4

1100

43.3

Overall Height

1710

67.3

1689

66.5

1700

66.9

1638

64.5

Wheel base

120

4.7

133

5.25

159

6.2

121

4.8

Road clearance

627.4

24.7

610

24.0

663

26.1

615

24.2

Saddle height*

*With 180 lb (81.6 kg) rider on seat.

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Table 2-4. Weights: FLSTC, FLSTF, FLSTFB and FLSTN

FLSTN

FLSTFB

FLSTF

FLSTC

ITEM

329.3

726

331.5

731

328.8

725

345.2

761

Running weight*

196.9

434

194.7

429

197.4

435

181.0

399

Maximum added weight allowed**

526.2

1160

526.2

1160

526.2

1160

526.2

1160

GVWR

195.0

430

195.0

430

195.0

430

195.0

430

GAWR front

331.1

730

331.1

730

331.1

730

331.1

730

GAWR rear

*The total weight of the motorcycle as delivered with all oil/fluids and approximately 90% of fuel.
**The total weight of accessories, cargo, riding gear, passenger and rider cannot exceed this weight.

Table 2-5. Weights: FLS, FXST, FXS and FXSB

FXSB

FXS

FXST

FLS

ITEM

318

701

310.0

682.5

317.0

699

317.5

700

Running weight*

215

474

199.8

441.5

193.3

426

208.7

460

Maximum added weight
allowed**

533

1175

509.8

1124

510.3

1125

526.2

1160

GVWR

188

415

187.7

414

188.2

415

195.0

430

GAWR front

345

760

322.1

710

322.1

710

331.1

730

GAWR rear

Do not exceed the motorcycle's Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Exceeding these weight ratings can lead to component
failure and adversely affect stability, handling and perform-
ance, which could result in death or serious injury. (00016f)

•

GVWR is the sum of the weight of the motorcycle,
accessories, and the maximum weight of the rider, pas-
senger and cargo that can be safely carried.

•

GAWR is the maximum amount of weight that can be
safely carried on each axle.

•

The GVWR and GAWR are shown on the information
plate, located on the frame down tube.

NOTES

•

The maximum additional weight allowed on the motorcycle
equals the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) minus
the running weight. For example, a motorcycle with GVWR
of 1200 lbs (544 kg) having a running weight of 800 lbs
(363 kg), would allow a maximum of an additional 400 lbs
(181 kg) combined weight of the rider, passenger, riding
gear, cargo and installed accessories.

•

For important information regarding tire data and tire
inflation, see

1.8 TIRES AND WHEELS

Tire Specifications

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
death or serious injury. (00023c)

NOTE

ABS equipped motorcycles must always use tires and wheels
that are the same as the original equipment. ABS monitors
rotational speed of the wheels through individual wheel speed
sensors to determine the application of ABS. Changing to dif-
ferent diameter wheels or different size tires can alter the
rotational speed. This will upset the system calibration and
have an adverse effect on its ability to detect and prevent
lockups. Operating with inflation pressure other than those
specified in

Table 2-10

can reduce ABS performance.

Tire sizes are molded on the sidewall. Refer to the tire fitment
tables below. Rim size and contour are cast or stamped into
the exterior surface of the rim.

Example: T21 x 2.15 TLA DOT. "T" indicates that the rim con-
forms to Tire and Rim Association standards. The "21" is the
normal diameter of the rim in inches, measured at the bead
seat diameter. The "2.15" is the width of the bead seat meas-
ured in inches. "TLA" designates the rim contour. "DOT" means

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that the rim meets Department of Transportation Federal Motor

Vehicle Safety Standards.

Table 2-6. Fitment - Tubeless Cast Wheels

SPECIFIED TIRE

RIM VALVE

HOLE DIA.

RIM SIZE AND

CONTOUR

WHEEL SIZE

AND POSITION

Dunlop D408F

0.35 in.

T17 x 3.50 MT

17 in. - Front

140/75R17 67V

Dunlop D408F

0.35 in.

T21 x 3.50 MT

21 in. - Front

130/60B21 78V

Dunlop D407

0.35 in.

T17 x 6.00 MT

17 in. - Rear

200/55R17 78V

Dunlop D407

0.35 in.

T18 x 8.00 MT

18 in. - Rear

240/40R18 78V

Table 2-7. Tire Fitment - Tubeless Aluminum Profile Laced Wheels

SPECIFIED

TIRE

RIM SIZE &

CONTOUR

WHEEL SIZE

& POSITION

Dunlop D402F

T16x3.0 MTM

16 in. - Front

MT90B16 72H

Dunlop D402

T16x3.0 MTM

16 in. - Rear

MU85B16 77H

Table 2-8. Tire Fitment - Tube Type Steel Laced Wheels

SPECIFIED

TIRE

TUBE

SIZE

RIM SIZE &

CONTOUR

WHEEL SIZE

& POSITION

Dunlop D402F

MT90-16

T16x3.00 D

16 in - Front

MT90B16 72H

Dunlop D402

MT90-16/MU85-16

T16x3.00 D

16 in - Rear (FLSTN)

MU85B16 77H

Dunlop D408F

MH90-21

T21x2.15 TLA

21 in - Front

MH90-21 54H

Dunlop D401

MT90-16/MU85-16

T16x3.00 D

16 in - Rear (FLSTC)

150/80B16

Table 2-9. Tire Fitment - Tube Type Aluminum Profile Laced Wheels

SPECIFIED

TIRE

TUBE

SIZE

RIM SIZE &

CONTOUR

WHEEL SIZE

& POSITION

Dunlop D402

MT90-16/MU85-16

T16x3.0 MT

16 in - Rear (FLSTN and FXS)

MU85B16 77H

Dunlop D402F

MH90-21

T21x2.15 MT

21 in - Front (FXS)

MH90-21 54H

Table 2-10. Specified Tires

PRESSURE (COLD)

SPECIFIED TIRE

SIZE

MOUNT

MODEL

kPa

psi

248

Dunlop D402F MT90B16

16 in

front

FLSTC, FLS

248

Dunlop D402F MT90B16

16 in

front

FLSTN, FLSTC (whitewall)

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Table 2-10. Specified Tires

PRESSURE (COLD)

SPECIFIED TIRE

SIZE

MOUNT

MODEL

kPa

psi

248

Dunlop D408F 140/75R17

17 in

front

FLSTF, FLSTFB

207

Dunlop D408F MH90-21

21 in

front

FXST

207

Dunlop D402F MH90-21

21 in

front

FXS

248

Dunlop D408F 130/60B21

21 in

front

FXSB

276

Dunlop D401 150/80B16

16 in

rear

FLSTC

276

Dunlop D402 MU85B16

16 in

rear

FLSTN, FLSTC (whitewall)

276

Dunlop D402 MU85B16

16 in

rear

FXS, FLS

290

Dunlop D407 200/55R17

17 in

rear

FLSTF, FXST, FLSTFB

290

Dunlop D407 240/40R18

18 in

rear

FXSB

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