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Maintenance
Headlight Aim Inspection
On high beam, the center of highest intensity (appearing as a diamond shape) should be 7.5
in. (19 cm) lower than the headlamp bulb and centered straight ahead at 25 feet (7.6 m).
1. Verify that tire pressure is at specification. See page 73.
2. Verify that rear suspension ride height (preload) is at specification. See page 69.
3. Position the motorcycle on a level surface with the headlight 25 feet (7.6 m) from a wall.
With the operator and passenger (if applicable) on board, bring the motorcycle to the
fully upright position.
4. Turn the ignition switch on and switch the headlamp to high beam. Observe the
headlight aim on the wall.
5. Make any necessary adjustments to headlight aim.
Headlight Aim Adjustment
1. Remove the fairing. See page 81.
2. To adjust the headlamp vertically,
loosen the housing mount
fastener and pivot the housing
upward or downward. Tighten
the fastener.
Torque:
35 ft-lbs (47.5 Nm)
3. To adjust the headlamp
horizontally, loosen the headlight
mounting bolt and pivot the
headlight to the left or right.
Tighten the bolt.
Torque:
18 ft-lbs (24.4 Nm)
4. Reinstall the fairing. See page 81.
25 ft. (7.6 m)
Headlamp bulb
center height
7.5 in. (19 cm)
Headlight Housing
Mount Fastener
(Horizontal Adjustment)
Headlight Mounting Bolt
(Vertical Adjustment)
