Miscellaneous Lubrication
Hinges, Latches, Etc.
Lubricate the rub points of latches and hinges using HARLEY LUBE as required.
Lubricate the fingers on the saddlebag latches where they engage the hinge.
Oil Applications
Refer to Regular Service Intervals: 2013 Touring Models for all control connections and
parts. Vehicle should be lubricated at regular intervals, particularly after washing motorcycle or
driving in wet weather.
Front Fork Oil
Refer to Regular Service Intervals: 2013 Touring Models. Have a Harley Davidson dealer
drain the front fork oil and refill at proper intervals. If fork does not appear to be working properly
or an appreciable amount of oil leakage should develop, see a Harley Davidson dealer. If there is
insufficient oil in either side of fork, the rebound action will be incorrect.
Fuel Filter
A fuel filter is attached to the fuel pump. See a service manual or Harley Davidson dealer for fuel
filter maintenance.
Clutch
The clutch control cable must be oiled and adjusted
periodically to compensate for lining wear. See
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULING in this manual. Failure to oil
and adjust the clutch control cable can result in equipment
damage. (00203b)
The need for attention to clutch and controls will be indicated by the clutch slipping under load or
dragging when released. In this situation, check the control cable adjustment first. See a Harley
Davidson dealer for proper service.
Hydraulic Lifters
The hydraulic lifters are self adjusting. They automatically adjust length to compensate for engine
expansion and valve mechanism wear. This keeps the valve mechanism free of lash when the
engine is running.
When starting an engine which has been turned off even for a few minutes, the valve mechanism
may be slightly noisy until the hydraulic units completely refill with oil. If at any time the valve
mechanism becomes abnormally noisy, other than for a short period immediately after engine is
started, it is an indication that one or more of the hydraulic units may not be functioning properly.
Always check the engine oil level first since normal circulation of oil through the engine is
necessary for proper operation of the hydraulic lifters.
If engine oil is at the proper level, the lifters may not be functioning properly because of dirt in the
oil supply passages leading to the lifter units. See a Harley Davidson dealer for service.
Steering Head Bearings
