Harley-Davidson 2007 Sportster - User Manual

SafetyFirst
SafeOperatingRules:SportsterModels
Beforeoperatingyournewmotorcycleitisyourresponsibilitytoreadandfollowtheoperatingand
maintenanceinstructionsinthismanual,andfollowthesebasicrulesforyourpersonalsafety.
Knowandrespecttherulesoftheroad(seeRULESOFTHEROADsection).Carefullyread
andobservetherulescontainedintheRIDINGTIPSbookletaccompanyingthisOwner's
Manual.ReadandfamiliarizeyourselfwiththecontentsoftheMOTORCYCLEHANDBOOK
foryourstate.
Beforestartingengine,checkforproperoperationofbrake,clutch,shifter,throttlecontrols,
correctfuelandoilsupply.
Donotuseaftermarketpartsandcustommadefrontforks
whichcanadverselyaffectperformanceandhandling.
Removingoralteringfactoryinstalledpartscanadversely
affectperformanceandcouldresultindeathorserious
injury.(00001a)
UseonlyHarleyDavidsonapprovedpartsandaccessories.Useofcertainother
manufacturer'sperformancepartswillvoidyournewmotorcyclewarranty.SeeyourHarley
Davidsondealerfordetails.
Stoptheenginewhenrefuelingorservicingthefuel
system.Donotsmokeorallowopenflameorsparksnear
gasoline.Gasolineisextremelyflammableandhighly
explosive,whichcouldresultindeathorseriousinjury.
(00002a)
Whenrefuelingyourmotorcycle,thefollowingrulesshouldbeobserved.
Refuelinawellventilatedareawiththeengineturnedoff.
Removefuelfillercapslowly.
Donotsmokeorallowopenflamesorsparkswhenrefuelingorservicingthefuelsystem.
Donotfillfueltankabovethebottomofthefillerneckinsert.
Leaveairspacetoallowforfuelexpansion.
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
flammableandhighlyexplosive,whichcouldresultin
2007Sportster1200CustomOwner'sManual

Summary

Safety First

Safe Operating Rules

Basic safety rules for personal protection and proper motorcycle operation.

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

VIN Breakdown

Explains the meaning of each position in the 17-digit VIN.

Specifications

Engine Specifications

Details on engine type, bore, stroke, displacement, torque, and RPM.

Tire Sizes and Pressures

Information on tire sizes, mounting, and recommended cold tire pressures.

Controls and Indicators

Ignition;Headlamp Key Switch

Operation of the ignition and headlamp switch positions.

Handlebar Controls Overview

Description of clutch, horn, dimmer, and turn signal switches.

Instruments

Speedometer and Odometer Functions

How to check odometer, trip odometers, and set the clock.

Gear Shift Lever

Shifting Gears Procedure

Step-by-step guide for shifting gears and shift patterns.

Maintenance and Lubrication

Safe Operating Maintenance

Importance of regular maintenance and pre-ride checks for safety.

Changing Oil and Oil Filter

Steps for removing the oil filler plug, draining oil, and replacing the oil filter.

Chassis Lubrication

Proper lubrication of chassis components like steering head and fork bearings.

Tires

When To Replace Tires

Conditions indicating when new tires are needed, such as visible wear bars.

Battery

Charging the Battery

Safety precautions and steps for charging the motorcycle battery.

Jump Starting

Jump Start Cable Connections

Correct procedures and safety for jump-starting the motorcycle.

Electrical Protection: Sportster Models

Fuse Replacement

How to access and replace fuses in the fuse/relay block.

Motorcycle Storage

Placing Motorcycle in Storage

Steps to prepare the motorcycle for long-term storage to prevent damage.

Troubleshooting

Engine Does Not Operate or Does Not Turn Engine Over

Checklist of common causes and solutions for starter issues.

Engine Overheating Issues

Common causes and solutions for engine overheating problems.

Warranties and Responsibilities

Warranty and Maintenance

Owner's responsibility to follow scheduled maintenance for warranty validity.

Maintenance Scheduling

Regular Service Intervals

Table outlining regular service intervals for various motorcycle components.

Harley-Davidson 2007 Sportster Specifications