The step-by-step instructions and two column text with large print are user friendly, bold figure numbers make it easy to quickly match instructions with illustrations and photos. Thumb tabbed chapters, numbered table of contents and extensive index make it possible to locate the desired section quickly.

This manual includes a Quick Reference Data section with frequently used specification.

Table of Contents:

QUICK REFERENCE DATA

CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Notes, cautions and warnings / Safety first / Service hints / Serial Numbers / Parts replacement / Torque specifications / Fasteners / Lubricants / Sealants, cements and cleaners / Expendable supplies / Basic hand tools / Test equipment / Measuring tools / Special tools / Mechanic’s tips / Ball bearing replacement / Oil seals / Riding safety / Specifications

CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING
Operating requirements / Troubleshooting instruments / Testing electrical equipment / Engine performance / Electric starting system / Charging system / Ignition system / Fuel system / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Clutch / Transmission / Electrical problems / Excessive vibration / Front suspension and steering / Brakes / Specifications

CHAPTER THREE / PERIODIC LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Pre-ride inspection / Maintenance intervals / Periodic lubrication / Oil and filter change / Lifter oil screen cleaning / Transmission oil change / Primary chaincase oil change / Front fork oil change / Throttle control grip lubrication / Speedometer cable lubrication / Transmission oil change / Periodic maintenance / Primary chain adjustment / Final drive belt deflection and alignment / Cable lubrication / Rear brake adjustment / Clutch adjustment / Throttle cable adjustment / Enrichener (choke) cable adjustment / Air filter service / Tune-up / Compression test / Cylinder leak down test / Spark plugs / Ignition service / Idle speed adjustment / Specifications

CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE
Removal installation / Rocker arm cover and cylinder head / Valves and components / Cylinders / Pistons and rings / Pushrods / Lifters and guides / Oil pump / Oil filter mount / Gearcase cover and timing gears / Crankcase and crankshaft / Break-in / Specifications

CHAPTER FIVE / CLUTCH AND PRIMARY DRIVE
Outer primary cover / Clutch plates / Clutch, compensating sprocket and primary drive chain / Primary chain and guide / Compensating sprocket / Inner primary housing / Starter jackshift / Clutch cable / Specifications

CHAPTER SIX / TRANSMISSION
Production gear changes / Shifter adjustment / Transmission top cover / Shifter cam / Shift forks / Transmission side door / Transmission shafts / Main drive gear / Transmission case / Transmission side cover / Oil tank / Specifications

CHAPTER SEVEN / FUEL, EXHAUST AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Air filter backplate / Carburetor / Throttle and idle cable / Enrichener cable / Fuel tank / Fuel valve / Exhaust system / Evaporative emission control system / Specifications

CHAPTER EIGHT / ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery / Charging system / Ignition system / Ignition coil / Vacuum operated electric switch / Starter and solenoid / Lighting system / Switches / Horn / Turn signal module / Speedometer speed sensor / Indicator lights / Electric panel / Starter relay switch / Circuit breakers / Specifications

CHAPTER NINE / WHEELS, HUBS AND TIRES
Front wheel and rear wheel / Front and rear hub / Driven sprocket assembly / Secondary drive belt / Drive sprocket / Wire spoke wheels / Cast wheels / Vehicle alignment / Specifications

CHAPTER TEN / FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Handlebar / Front forks / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing race / Steering play / Specifications

CHAPTER ELEVEN / REAR SUSPENSION
Shock absorbers / Rear swing arm / Specifications

CHAPTER TWELVE / BRAKES
Front brake pads / Front brake caliper / Front master cylinder / Rear brake pads / Rear brake caliper / Rear master cylinder / Brake hose and line replacement / Brake disc (front and rear) / Bleeding the system / Specifications

SUPPLEMENT / 1996-1998 SERVICE INFORMATION
Periodic lubrication / Periodic maintenance / Ignition service / Clutch plates (1998 models) / Clutch overhaul / Battery / Charging system / Ignition system / Starter / Switches / Front master cylinder

INDEX

COLOR WIRING DIAGRAMS

Specific Models Covered:

1995 1996 1997 1998 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXD
1991 1992 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDB
1992 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDC
1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDL
1995 1996 1997 1998 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDS-CONV
1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 HARLEY-DAVIDSON FXDWG