Models: FLHTP-I, FLHP, FLHP-I 99478-00 2000 Police Owner’s Manual PN: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Printed in the U.S.A. Service Communications PN: 99478-00 Milwaukee, WI 53201 *99478-00* YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL Welcome to the Harley-Davidson Motorcycling Family! Your new Harley-Davidson motorcycle is designed and manufactured to be the finest in its class. 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. 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 own 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 and require the attention of a skilled technician using special tools and equipment. Your Harley- Davidson dealer has the facilities, experience. and the necessary genuine Harley-Davidson parts to provide the proper level of service. We recommend that any emission system maintenance also be performed by an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer. WE CARE ABOUT YOU When enjoying your Harley-Davidson motorcycle, be sure to ride safely, defensively, and within the limits of the law. Ride with your headlamp on and always wear a helmet, proper eyewear and protective clothing. Insist that your passenger does the same. Never ride while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Know your Harley® and read your Owner's Manual cover to cover. Protect your privilege to ride by joining the American Motorcyclist Association. Harley-Davidson Motor Company ©COPYRIGHT 1999 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ALL RIGHTS RESERVED CMI-2.5M-6/99 Printed in U.S.A. i. 99478-00 PERSONAL INFORMATION VEHICLE INFORMATION Name Vehicle Identification No. Address Ignition Key No. Telephone No. IMPORTANT NOTICE! SAFETY DEFINITIONS Statements in this manual preceded by the following words are of special significance: CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates 111WARNINGWARNING a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation may result in property damage. which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. NOTE Refers to important information, and is placed in italic type. It is recommended that you take special notice of these items. 1CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. ii. 99478-00 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page No. Page No. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION HANDLEBAR CONTROLS (LEFT SIDE) NUMBER (VIN) .................................................. 1 Clutch Hand Lever ......................................................... 22 Gear Shifter Lever .......................................................... 22 FLHTP-I (Left Side View) ................................................. 2 Siren Wail Switch: On/Off ............................................... 23 FLHTP-I (Right Side View) .............................................. 3 Headlamp Switch: Hi/Lo Beam ...................................... 23 FLHP-I (Left Side View) ................................................... 4 Left Turn Signal Switch .................................................. 23 FLHP-I (Right Side View) ................................................ 5 Horn/Siren Yelp Switch .................................................. 23 SAFETY FIRST HANDLEBAR CONTROLS (RIGHT SIDE) Engine Stop/Start Switches ........................................... 26 Safe Operating Rules ...................................................... 7 Throttle Control Grip ....................................................... 26 Rules of the Road .......................................................... 10 Friction Adjusting Screw ................................................. 26 Accessories and Cargo ................................................. 11 Brake Hand Lever/Foot Pedal ........................................ 27 Right Turn Signal Switch ................................................ 27 INSTRUMENTATION Turn Signal Switch Operation ........................................ 28 Hazard Warning 4-Way Flasher ..................................... 28 Ignition/Light Key Switch and Fork Lock Mechanism .... 13 Pole/Pursuit Lamp Switch .............................................. 28 Indicator Lamps ............................................................. 17 Fuel Gauge .................................................................... 19 MISCELLANEOUS Tachometer ................................................................... 19 Mirrors ............................................................................ 29 Speedometer/Odometer ................................................ 19 Jiffy Stand ...................................................................... 29 Trip-Odometer ............................................................... 20 Enrichener ...................................................................... 30 Voltmeter ....................................................................... 20 Fuel Supply Valve .......................................................... 31 Microphone Input Jack and Accessory Switch .............. 20 Fuel Filler Cap ................................................................ 31 iii. 99478-00 Page No. Page No. Air Suspension Adjustments .......................................... 32 Checking Oil Level ......................................................... 52 Seat ................................................................................ 34 Engine Oil Filter ............................................................. 54 Saddlebags .................................................................... 35 Winter Lubrication .......................................................... 54 Transmission Lubrication ............................................... 55 OPERATION Primary Chaincase Lubrication ...................................... 57 Changing Chaincase Lubricant ..................................... 57 Operating Recommendations ........................................ 37 Primary Chain ................................................................ 58 Break-in - The First 500 Miles ........................................ 38 Rear Drive Belt .............................................................. 61 Pre-Riding Checklist ...................................................... 38 Chassis Lubrication ....................................................... 62 Starting the Engine ........................................................ 39 Greasing ........................................................................ 62 Carbureted Models .................................................... 39 Oil Applications .............................................................. 62 Cool Engine ............................................................... 40 Front Fork Oil ................................................................. 62 Warm Climate or Hot Engine ..................................... 41 Fuel Filter Strainer ......................................................... 63 Sequential Port Fuel Injected Models ............................ 42 Carburetor ..................................................................... 63 Stopping the Engine ....................................................... 43 Air Cleaner ..................................................................... 63 Shifting Gears ................................................................ 43 Hydraulic Lifters ............................................................. 66 Clutch/Clutch Control Cable .......................................... 66 MAINTENANCE AND Brakes ........................................................................... 67 LUBRICATION Tires ............................................................................... 68 Flat Tire Repair .......................................................... 69 Safe Operating Maintenance ......................................... 45 Vehicle Alignment .......................................................... 69 Break-in Maintenance .................................................... 45 Front Fork Bearings ....................................................... 70 Check at First 1000 Miles .............................................. 46 Rear Swingarm Pivot Shaft ........................................... 70 Lubrication Summary ..................................................... 48 Spark Plugs ................................................................... 71 Regular Service Intervals ............................................... 49 Ignition Timing ............................................................... 72 Engine Lubrication ......................................................... 52 Headlamp ...................................................................... 72 iv. 99478-00 Page No. Page No. Headlamp Adjustment ................................................... 74 RIDER TROUBLESHOOTING Battery ........................................................................... 76 GENERAL ...................................................................... 91 Battery Storage .............................................................. 76 ENGINE ........................................................................