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Service Manual Model Year Application: 2006 Harley-Davidson XL 883 Sportster 883, 2006 Harley-Davidson XL 883L Sportster 883 Low, 2006 Harley, Davidson XL 883C Sportster 883C Custom , 2006 Harley-Davidson XL 883R Sportster 883R, 2006 Harley-Davidson XL 1200C Sportster 1200 Custom, 2006 Harley-Davidson XL 1200R Sportster 1200 Roadster, 2006 Harley-Davidson XL 1200L Sportster 1200 Low.

The table below lists the periodic maintenance requirements

Perform all of the checks in the PRE-RIDING CHECKLIST

The troubleshooting section of this manual is intended

The following check list can be helpful in locating most operating

If reading is higher, disassemble starter for inspection.

1. Fuel tank (XL 883C/XL 1200C)

For diagnostic information, see the SPORTSTER MODELS

2. Fuel tank filler cap (XL 883C/XL 1200C)

3. Gasket

4. Screw (long)

5. Screw (short)

6. Washer (4)

7. Locknut (2)

8. Protective cap (2)

9. Cosmetic cover (2)

10. Ignition coil bracket

11. Console (XL 883C/XL 1200C)

12. Fuel tank (XL 883/XL 883L/XL883R/XL 1200R

13. Fuel tank filler cap (XL 883/XL 883L/XL883R/XL 1200R

See the Sportster Service Manual.

solely as a guide to diagnosing problems. Carefully read

the appropriate sections of this manual before performing

any work. Observe all cautions and warnings. Failure

to observe cautions and warnings could result in death

or serious injury.

in the Owner’s Manual.

for Sportster model motorcycles. If you are familiar with the

procedures, just refer to the table for the recommended service

interval. If necessary, see the quick reference table

(Table 1-2.) on page 1-8 for the required specifications.

If more detailed information is needed, turn to the sections

which follow for step-by-step instructions.

Also, throughout this manual, you will be instructed to use

various lubricants, greases and sealants. Refer to Table 1-3.

for the correct part numbers of these items.