2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom Owner's Manual (Page 69 of 141)

2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom Owner's Manual
Posted on 14 Mar, 2016
Model: 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom
Pages: 141
File size: 2 MB

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1. Close the throttle.
2. Disengage the clutch (pull clutch lever in).
3. See Shifting Sequence: Upshift. Lift the gear shift lever up to the end of its travel and
release.
4. Engage the clutch (release clutch lever) and gradually open the throttle.
5. Repeat the previous steps to engage third, fourth, and fifth gears.
NOTES:
Disengage the clutch completely before each gear change.
Partially close the throttle so the engine will not drag when clutch is again engaged (clutch
lever released).
Downshift (Deceleration)
Do not downshift at speeds higher than those listed in the
Changing Gear Speeds table. Shifting to lower gears when
speed is too high can cause the rear wheel to lose traction
and lead to loss of vehicle control, which could result in
death or serious injury. (00045a)
Gear shift pattern is first gear down; next four gears up. Refer to Downshift (Deceleration)
Gear Speeds for shifting speeds.
Downshift (Deceleration) Gear Speeds
GEAR CHANGE MPH KPH
Fifth to fourth 40 65
Fourth to third 30 50
Third to second 20 30
Second to first 10 15
NOTE:
The shifting points shown in the tables constitute a recommendation. Vehicle owners may
determine that their own individual shifting patterns may differ than those stated and are
additionally appropriate for individual riding styles.
See Shifting Sequence: Downshift. When engine speed decreases, as in climbing a hill or
running at a reduced speed, shift to the next lower gear while partially closing the throttle so the
engine accelerates as soon as the clutch lever is released.
NOTES:
Disengage the clutch completely before each gear change.


General
Year 2005
Make Harley-Davidson
Model Sportster 1200 Custom
Language English
Pages 141
Filetype PDF (Download)
File size 2 MB

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