S A F E T Y
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Literally millions of people world-wide ride motorcycles daily for transportation, work and pleasure. At the
same time, tens of thousands of accidents occur, many avoidable.
As a motorcyclist, you have taken on additional responsibilities to yourself, passengers and others to
ride safely. Here is a safety checklist to review as you enjoy your AMERICAN IRONHORSE motorcycle:
• If you are an inexperienced operator, take a formal motorcycle safety riding course. If you are an experienced
rider and have not done so in a long time, consider a refresher course.
• Be aware of the fact that as a responsible rider, you must always know the condition of your vehicle,
especially the condition of those systems that directly correlate to bike safety.
• Read this manual in its entirety before riding your AMERICAN IRONHORSE. Follow all of the recommendations,
danger, warnings and caution information.
• Find a professionally trained, experienced mechanic with whom you can develop confidence and who can
come to know your vehicle’s operation over time.
• Ensure that all the recommended inspection and maintenance procedures in this manual are strictly followed
within the prescribed time intervals.
• Stay acutely aware of road and ambient conditions. Motorcycles (with only two wheels) are not as stable as
four wheeled vehicles. Consequently, wet or slippery road surfaces, wind, rough pavement, high speeds,
oncoming traffic, foreign material on pavement and similar conditions increase the risk to a rider’s control of
the vehicle and possible result in personal injury.
• Always wear an approved helmet when riding. Avoid the wearing of loose fitting or flowing garments that can
interfere with safe operation of your vehicle. Always wear appropriate eyewear and footwear.
• Always follow the posted speed limits and make appropriate reductions in speed consistent with deteriorating
road conditions, traffic, ambient conditions and similar safety factors.
Summary of Contents for Classic SX
Page 82: ...FIGURE 1 82 Mikoad Onrighter Knob A B Ignition Switch ALL MODELS ...
Page 85: ...FIGURE 4 85 S E C T I O N Transmission Gear Selector A B Ignition Switch ALL MODELS ...
Page 87: ...FIGURE 6 87 Right Rear Brake Master Cylinder A ALL MODELS ...
Page 88: ...FIGURE 7 88 Petcock A ALL MODELS EXCEPT TEXAS CHOPPERS ...
Page 89: ...FIGURE 8 89 A Transmission Fill Plug ALL MODELS ...
Page 90: ...FIGURE 9 90 Transmission Fill Plug A ALL MODELS ...
Page 91: ...FIGURE 10 91 A Currently in Odometer Mode TEXAS CHOPPERS ...
Page 92: ...FIGURE 11 92 Starter Switch A Right Turn Signal B C On Off Switch ALL MODELS EXCEPT SLAMMER ...
Page 93: ...FIGURE 12 93 A S S Enricher Lever ALL MODELS EXCEPT CALIFORNIA ...
Page 95: ...FIGURE 14 95 TEXAS CHOPPERS A Petcock ...
Page 96: ...FIGURE 15 96 SLAMMER ...