2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Owner's Manual (Page 4 of 136) 

2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Owner's Manual
Posted on 14 Mar, 2016
Model: 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883
Pages: 136
File size: 2 MB

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Do not operate vehicle with forks locked. Locking the forks
restricts the vehicle's turning ability, which could result in
death or serious injury. (00035a)
Perform the service and maintenance operations as
indicated in the regular service interval table. Lack of
regular maintenance at the recommended intervals can
affect the safe operation of your motorcycle, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00010a)
Do not operate motorcycle with loose, worn or damaged
steering or suspension systems. Contact a Harley
Davidson dealer for repairs. Loose, worn or damaged
steering or suspension components can adversely affect
stability and handling, which could result in death or
serious injury. (00011a)
Regularly inspect shock absorbers and front forks.
Replace leaking, damaged or worn parts that can
adversely affect stability and handling, which could result
in death or serious injury. (00012a)
Use Harley Davidson replacement fasteners. Aftermarket
fasteners can adversely affect performance, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00013a)
See a Harley Davidson service manual for proper torque values.
Aftermarket fasteners may not have the specific property requirements to perform properly.
883cc and 1200cc Harley Davidson motorcycles have a
plugged carburetor overflow fitting. The fuel supply valve
on the vehicle should be turned off when the vehicle is not
operating. Failure to do so may result in fuel drainage into
the engine, dilution of the engine oil and engine damage.
(00146b)
Be sure tires are properly inflated, balanced and have
adequate tread. Inspect your tires regularly and see a