Harley-Davidson 1200 Low Owner's Manuals

Know and respect the rules of the road (see Rules of the Road). Carefully read and familiarize yourself with the motorcycle safety information that is provided by your country or state. In the United States, read the RIDING TIPS booklet that is provided with your Owner's Manual, and read through the MOTORCYCLE HANDBOOK which is made available by your state. Use only Harley­Davidson approved parts and accessories. Use of certain other manufacturer's performance parts will void your new motorcycle warranty. See your HarleyDavidson dealer for details.

Specifications in this publication may not match those of official certification in some markets due to timing of publication printing, variance in testing methods, and/or vehicle differences. Customers seeking officially recognized regulatory specifications for their vehicle should refer to certification documents and/or contact their respective dealer or distributor.

Harley-Davidson 1200 Low Tire Data
Always match recommended tires. Do not mix approved tire brands.

• Early Production Tires: Refer to Tires: Early Production.
• Late Production Tires: Refer to Tires: Late Production

Tubeless tires are used on all Harley­Davidson cast and disc wheels. Tubeless tires fitted with the correct size inner tubes may be used on Harley­Davidson laced (wire spoked) wheels. Tire sizes are molded on the tire sidewall. Inner tube sizes are printed on the tube.

Harley-Davidson 1200 Low Gasoline Blends
Your motorcycle was designed to get the best performance and efficiency using unleaded gasoline. Most gasoline is blended with alcohol and/or ether to create oxygenated blends. The type and amount of alcohol or ether added to the fuel is important.

1. Gasoline containing METHYL TERTIARY BUTYL ETHER (MTBE): Gasoline/MTBE blends are a mixture of gasoline and as much as 15% MTBE. Gasoline/MTBE blends can be used in your motorcycle.
2. ETHANOL is a mixture of 10% ethanol (Grain alcohol) and 90% unleaded gasoline. Gasoline/ethanol blends can be used in your motorcycle if the ethanol content does not exceed 10%.
3. REFORMULATED OR OXYGENATED GASOLINES (RFG): Reformulated gasoline is a
4. term used to describe gasoline blends that are specifically designed to burn cleaner than other types of gasoline, leaving fewer tailpipe emissions. They are also formulated to evaporate less when you are filling your tank. Reformulated gasolines use additives to oxygenate the gas. Your motorcycle will run normally using this type of gas and HarleyDavidson recommends you use it when possible, as an aid to cleaner air in our environment.
5. Do not use race gas or octane boosters. Use of these fuels will damage the fuel system.

Some gasoline blends might adversely affect the starting, driveability or fuel efficiency of the motorcycle. If any of these problems are experienced, try a different brand of gasoline or gasoline with a higher octane blend.

Harley-Davidson 1200 Low Ignition Switch
See Ignition/Headlamp Key Switch: Sportster Models. The ignition switch controls electrical functions of the motorcycle. The switch is located on the right side of the steering head. Refer to Ignition Switch for switch functions. Turn the key to the OFF position and remove key when the motorcycle is not in operation. The key may also be removed in the ACC position.

Harley-Davidson 1200 Low Electric Starter Switch
Note:Off/run switch MUST be in RUN position to operate engine.
See Handlebar Controls. The electric starter switch is located on the right handlebar control group. See Starting the Engine for detailed operation procedures.

1. Put the engine off/run switch in the RUN position and the transmission in neutral. Neutral (green) indicator lamp should be illuminated.
2. See Ignition/Headlamp Key Switch: Sportster Models. Turn ignition/headlamp key switch to IGNITION and push the START switch to operate starter motor.

Harley-Davidson 1200 Low Engine OFF/RUN Switch
See Handlebar Controls. The engine off/run switch (7) turns the ignition power ON or OFF. The engine off/run switch is located on the right handlebar control. Push the top portion of the engine off/run switch to turn off ignition power and shut the engine off. Push the bottom portion of the engine off/run switch to turn on ignition power.