2005 OWNER’S MANUAL
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GENERAL INFORMATION 1.0
]
QUICK START GUIDE
FIRST 3000 MILES: No higher than 4000 RPM at any time in or out of gear. DO NOT lug the engine below 2000
RPM in any gear. DO follow the prescribed maintenance schedules. DO avoid riding at a constant RPM for a
prolonged period of time. Varying the RPM (between 2000 and 4000) will prolong the life of your new engine.
AFTER 3000 MILES: Follow the prescribed maintenance schedule located in Section 3 (Maintenance and
Storage) in this manual.
As the engine, drive train and various components wear to one another during the initial operating period, lubricating fluids
collect small particles released from the process. For these reasons, the
first 500-mile service is critical.
Replacement of
contaminated lubricants is vital for maximizing the service life and performance of your Big Dog motorcycle.
Prolonged idling with inadequate airflow over the engine will cause overheating and perman-
ent damage to the engine. Heavy stop and go traffic and extended idling should be avoided
especially during the break-in period.
INITIAL BREAK-IN:
The workmanship that is a part of your new Big Dog motorcycle will give you excellent performance from the start. Internal
engine component wear is critical in the first 3000 miles. Observe break in guidelines to assure future performance, durability
and keep your warranty in force. You have made a serous investment in your Big Dog motorcycle and it is up to you to help
protect that investment.
RPM TO MPH COMPARISON CHART
1ST GEAR
2ND GEAR
3RD GEAR
4TH GEAR
5TH GEAR
6TH GEAR
19 mph
24 mph
33 mph
42 mph
53 mph
62 mph
2000 RPM
23 mph
33 mph
47 mph
56 mph
72 mph
81 mph
3000 RPM
This chart correlates RPM to MPH. It is a guideline
only. For more information contact your Dealer or
Service Center.
The 2005 Bulldog, Chopper and Ridgeback are stan-
dard equipped with a BDM tachometer.
It is the owner’s responsibility not to exceed the maximum RPMs during the break-in period.
2005 OWNER’S MANUAL
[
GENERAL INFORMATION 1.0
]
QUICK START GUIDE
FIRST 3000 MILES: No higher than 4000 RPM at any time in or out of gear. DO NOT lug the engine below 2000
RPM in any gear. DO follow the prescribed maintenance schedules. DO avoid riding at a constant RPM for a
prolonged period of time. Varying the RPM (between 2000 and 4000) will prolong the life of your new engine.
AFTER 3000 MILES: Follow the prescribed maintenance schedule located in Section 3 (Maintenance and
Storage) in this manual.
As the engine, drive train and various components wear to one another during the initial operating period, lubricating fluids
collect small particles released from the process. For these reasons, the
first 500-mile service is critical.
Replacement of
contaminated lubricants is vital for maximizing the service life and performance of your Big Dog motorcycle.
Prolonged idling with inadequate airflow over the engine will cause overheating and perman-
ent damage to the engine. Heavy stop and go traffic and extended idling should be avoided
especially during the break-in period.
INITIAL BREAK-IN:
The workmanship that is a part of your new Big Dog motorcycle will give you excellent performance from the start. Internal
engine component wear is critical in the first 3000 miles. Observe break in guidelines to assure future performance, durability
and keep your warranty in force. You have made a serous investment in your Big Dog motorcycle and it is up to you to help
protect that investment.
RPM TO MPH COMPARISON CHART
1ST GEAR
2ND GEAR
3RD GEAR
4TH GEAR
5TH GEAR
6TH GEAR
19 mph
24 mph
33 mph
42 mph
53 mph
62 mph
2000 RPM
23 mph
33 mph
47 mph
56 mph
72 mph
81 mph
3000 RPM
This chart correlates RPM to MPH. It is a guideline
only. For more information contact your Dealer or
Service Center.
The 2005 Bulldog, Chopper and Ridgeback are stan-
dard equipped with a BDM tachometer.
It is the owner’s responsibility not to exceed the maximum RPMs during the break-in period.
