Harley Davidson Softail 2021 INTRODUCTION User Manual
INTRODUCTION
YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL
We Care About You
Welcome to the Harley-Davidson Motorcycling Family! When enjoying your Harley-Davidson motorcycle, be sure to ride safely, respectfully and within the limits of the law. Always wear a helmet, proper eyewear and protective clothing, and insist your passenger does too. Never ride while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Know your Harley and read and understand your owner’s manual from cover to cover.
This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the operation, care and maintenance of your motorcycle and to provide you with important safety information. Follow these instructions carefully for maximum motorcycle performance and for your personal motorcycling safety and pleasure. Your Owner’s Manual contains instructions for operation and minor maintenance. Major repairs are covered in the Harley-Davidson Service Manual. Such major repairs require the attention of a skilled technician and the use of special tools and equipment. Your Harley-Davidson dealer has the facilities, experience and Genuine Harley-Davidson parts necessary to properly render this valuable service. We recommend that any emission system maintenance be performed by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer.
Attend a rider safety course. To enroll in a Harley-Davidson Riding Academy course, call 1-414-343-4056 (U.S.) or visit www.harley-davidson.com/learntoride. In the United States, for information about Motorcycle Safety Foundation rider courses, call 1-800-446-9227 or visit www.msf-usa.org.
United States Owners
Your Harley-Davidson motorcycle conforms to all applicable U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations effective on the date of manufacture. Protect your privilege to ride by joining the American Motorcyclist Association. Visit www.ama-cycle.org for more information.
Harley-Davidson reserves the right to change specifications, equipment or designs at any time without notice and without incurring obligation.
CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANCE
Most sales or service issues are resolved at the dealership.
- Discuss your problem with the appropriate personnel at the dealership in the Sales, Service or Parts area. If that proves unsuccessful, speak to the owner of the dealership or the general manager.
- If you cannot resolve the issue with the dealership, contact the Harley-Davidson Customer Support Center. Harley-Davidson Motor Company Attention: Harley-Davidson Customer Support Center P.O. Box 653 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 1-800-258-2464 (U.S. only)
1- 414-343-4056 - For customers outside the US, contact your local Harley-Davidson market office, call 1-414-343-4056 or visit harley-davidson.com.
Table 1. Vehicle and Personal Data
| PERSONAL INFORMATION | DEALER INFORMATION |
| Date of Purchase: | |
| Name: | Name: |
| Address: | Address: |
| Address: | Address: |
| Vehicle Identification Number: | Sales Contact: |
| Key Number: | Service Contact: |
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
Statements in this manual preceded by the following words are of special significance:
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. (00119a)
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. (00139a)
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. (00140b)
NOTE
Refers to important information and is placed in italic type. It is recommended that you take special notice of these items.
SAFE OPERATING RULES
WARNING
Motorcycles are different from other vehicles. They operate, steer, handle and brake differently. Unskilled or improper use could result in loss of control, death or serious injury.
- Take a rider training course.
- Read owner’s manual before riding, adding accessories or servicing.
- Wear a helmet, eye protection and protective clothing.
- Never tow a trailer (00556d)
Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Are for On-Road Use Only
This motorcycle is not equipped with a spark arrester. This motorcycle is designed to be used only on the road. Operation or off-road usage in some areas may be illegal. Obey local laws and regulations.
WARNING
Consult a Harley-Davidson dealer regarding any questions or problems that occur in the operation of your motorcycle. Failure to do so can aggravate an initial problem, cause costly repairs, cause an accident and could result in death or serious injury (00020a).
- Make sure all equipment required by federal, state and local law is installed and in good operating condition.
- Know and respect the rules of the road. Read the safety information that is provided by your state or regional traffic authority.
- In the United States, read the RIDING TIPS booklet that is provided with this owner’s manual. Read the MOTORCYCLE HANDBOOK which is made available by your state or regional traffic authority.
- Protect your motorcycle against theft. Lock the front fork. Remove the key when parking your motorcycle.
WARNING
Do not add sidecar to this motorcycle. Operating motorcycle with sidecar can cause loss of vehicle control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00590d)
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Reference Links
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