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1998 XLH SPORTSTER MODELS
SERVICE MANUAL

The information in this Service Manual applies to the 1998 XLH Sportster models.

PRODUCT 1

CHASSIS 2

ENGINE 3

FUEL SYSTEM 4

ELECTRIC STARTER 5

DRIVE/TRANSMISSION 6

ELECTRICAL 7
INDEX

PRODUCT
SUBJECT PAGE NO.

1. General................................................................................................................1-1

2. Regular Maintenance Intervals............................................................................1-2

3. Side Views............................................................................................................1-3

4. Storage................................................................................................................1-7

5. Fluid Requirements..............................................................................................1-8

United States System........................................................................................1-8

British Imperial System....................................................................................1-8

Metric System..................................................................................................1-8

6. Metric Conversion Table......................................................................................1-9

7. Fastener Torque Values........................................................................................1-10

8. Troubleshooting....................................................................................................1-11

9. Shop Practices....................................................................................................1-13

10. Tool Safety............................................................................................................1-15

11. Tools....................................................................................................................1-17

GENERAL
SERVICING A NEW MOTORCYCLE

Always follow the listed service and maintenance recommendations, since they affect the safe operation of the motorcycle. Failure to follow service and maintenance recommendations could result in personal injury.

Service operations to be performed before customer delivery are specified in the applicable model year PREDELIVERY AND SETUP MANUAL.

The performance of new motorcycle initial service is required to keep warranty in force and to ensure proper emissions systems operation.

After a new motorcycle has been driven its first 500 miles, and again at 5000 miles, a Harley-Davidson dealer should perform the service operations listed in the Regular Maintenance Intervals table on the next page.

SAFE OPERATING MAINTENANCE

A careful check of certain equipment is necessary after periods of storage, and frequently between regular service intervals, to determine if additional maintenance is required.
Acaution

Do not attempt to retighten engine head bolts. Retightening can cause engine damage.

During the initial 500 mile (800 km) break-in period, use only Harley-Davidson 20W50 engine oil. Failure

to use the recommended oil will result in improper break-in of the engine cylinders and piston rings.

Do not lubricate the enrichment cable on CV carburetors.

Check:

1. Tires for abrasions, cuts and correct pressure.

2. Secondary drive belt for proper tension and condition.

3. Brakes, steering and throttle for responsiveness.

4. Brake fluid level and condition. Hydraulic lines and fittings for leaks. Also, check brake pads and discs for wear.

5. Cables for fraying, crimping and free operation.

6. Engine oil and transmission fluid levels.

7. Wheel spoke tightness, if applicable.

8. Headlamp, tail lamp, brake lamp and directional lamp operation.

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