Harley Davidson 1984-1998 FLH, FLHT, FXR, FXSB, FXEF. Service manual - page 4

CHAPTER ELEVEN

FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING

This chapter covers the handlebar, steering head and front fork assemblies.

Tables 1-5 are found at the end of the chapter.

HANDLEBAR

Removal/Installation

Refer to Figure I, typical.

I A. On all FLHT series models, refer to Chapter Fifteen and perform the following:

a. Remove the outer faring.

b. Partially remove the inner faring (A, Figure 2) until the handlebar forward mounting bolts are accessible. It is not necessary to completely remove the inner fairing.

1B. On all FLHR series models, remove the headlight nacelle as described in Chapter Nine.

2. Support the motorcycle with the front wheel off the ground. Refer to Motorcycle Stands in Chapter Ten.

CAUTION

Cover the fuel tank with a heavy cloth or plastic tarp to protect it from accidental scratches or dents when removing the handlebar.

NOTE

Before removing the handlebar, make a drawing of the clutch and throttle cable routing from the handlebar and through the frame. This information will prove helpful when reinstalling the handlebar and connecting the cables.

3. On the right side of the handlebar, perform the following:

a. Unscrew and remove the mirror (A, Figure 3).

b. Remove the screws securing the master cylinder (B, Figure 3). Do not disconnect the hydraulic brake line.

c. Remove the screws securing the right switch assembly together (C, Figure 3) and separate the housing halves.

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