Service manual for 2008 Harley-Davidson Sportster

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Table of Contents

1. Maintenance

• 1.1 General
• 1.2 Fuel and Oil
• 1.3 Maintenance Schedule
• 1.4 Lubrication Requirements
• 1.5 Engine Oil and Filter
• 1.6 Brakes
• 1.7 Bleeding Hydraulic Brake System
• 1.8 Tires and Wheels
• 1.9 Primary Chain
• 1.10 Clutch
• 1.11 Transmission Lubricant
• 1.12 Rear Belt and Sprockets
• 1.13 Shock Absorber Adjustment
• 1.14 Rear Belt Deflection
• 1.15 Brake Pads and Discs
• 1.16 Battery Maintenance

2. Chassis

• 2.1 Specifications
• 2.2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

3. Engine

• 3.1 General
• 3.2 Air Cleaner and Exhaust System
• 3.3 Throttle Control
• 3.4 Ignition Timing and Speed
• 3.5 Fuel Supply Filter
• 3.6 Engine Mounts and Stabilizer Links
• 3.7 Headlamp Alignment
• 3.8 Spark Plugs
• 3.9 Steering Head Bearings
• 3.10 Front Fork Oil
• 3.11 Cable and Chassis Lubrication
• 3.12 Air Cleaner and Exhaust System

4. Electrical

• 4.1 Battery
• 4.2 Ignition System
• 4.3 Starter
• 4.4 Lighting System
• 4.5 Instruments
• 4.6 Electrical Wiring

5. Fuel System

• 5.1 General
• 5.2 Fuel Pump
• 5.3 Fuel Filter
• 5.4 Fuel Injection System

6. Storage

• 6.1 Long-Term Storage
• 6.2 Preparing the Motorcycle for Storage
• 6.3 Bringing the Motorcycle Out of Storage

7. Troubleshooting

• 7.1 Engine Does Not Start
• 7.2 Engine Performance Issues
• 7.3 Noise Evaluation
• 7.4 Electrical System Issues
• 7.5 Diagnostic Trouble Codes

8. Tools and Workshop

• 8.1 Special Tools
• 8.2 Workshop Equipment

9. Appendix

• 9.1 Service Bulletins
• 9.2 Additional Resources

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