Harley-Davidson CVO Softail models 2001 Maintenance Schedule
The 2001 Harley-Davidson CVO Softail models maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, spark plugs, general maintenance, air filter, tires, drive chain maintenance, brake fluid and battery. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1801ccEngine size
29Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Harley-Davidson 2007 Softail Service Manual (99482-07) (this document covers model years 2000–2017): s7ff0053a05385399.jimcontent.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary chaincase lubricant change | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Replace primary chaincase lubricant. |
| Transmission lubricant change | Every 32,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 24 months | Easy | Replace transmission lubricant. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 32,000 km | Easy | Replace spark plugs (HD-6R12, gap 0.038-0.043 in / 0.97-1.09 mm, torque 12-18 ft-lbs / 16-24 Nm). |
| Engine oil and filter change | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Replace engine oil and oil filter. |
| Oil lines and brake system leak inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect oil lines and brake hydraulic system for leaks. |
| Air cleaner inspection and service | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect air cleaner element and service as required. |
| Tire pressure and tread inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check cold tire inflation pressure and inspect tread depth. |
| Wheel spoke tightness check (spoke-wheel option only) | Every 32,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check tightness of wheel spokes on the laced/spoke-wheel option. |
| Clutch adjustment check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check clutch free-play adjustment. |
| Rear belt and sprockets inspection/adjustment | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Inspect final drive belt condition and sprocket wear; adjust belt deflection. |
| Throttle, brake and clutch control check/adjust/lube | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check, adjust, and lubricate throttle, brake, and clutch controls/cables. |
| Jiffy stand inspection and lubrication | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect side (jiffy) stand and lubricate pivot. |
| Fuel lines and fittings leak inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect fuel lines and fittings for leaks. |
| Fuel tank filter replacement | Every 40,000 km | Easy | Replace in-tank fuel filter. |
| Brake fluid level and condition check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check front and rear brake fluid reservoir levels and condition. |
| Brake fluid flush and replacement (DOT 4) | Every 24 months | Moderate | Flush and replace DOT 4 brake fluid, front and rear. |
| Brake pads and discs wear inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect front and rear brake pads and discs for wear. |
| Spark plug inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect spark plugs. |
| Electrical equipment and switches check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check operation of electrical equipment and switches. |
| Engine idle speed check/adjustment | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check and adjust engine idle speed. |
| Fuel door, tour-pak and saddlebag hinge/latch lubrication | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Lubricate hinges and latches on fuel door, tour-pak, and saddlebags (if equipped). |
| Critical fastener tightness check | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Check tightness of critical chassis and engine fasteners. |
| Battery inspection and terminal cleaning | Every 12 months | Easy | Check battery state of charge and clean terminal connections. |
| Road test (component and system function check) | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Road test motorcycle to verify component and system functions. |
| Steering head bearings adjustment (hydraulic fork) | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Check and adjust steering head bearing play. |
| Steering head bearings disassembly, lubrication and inspection (hydraulic fork, dealer) | Every 48,000 km | Advanced | Disassemble, lubricate, and inspect steering head bearings (dealer service). |
| Front fork oil replacement | Every 80,000 km | Advanced | Replace front fork (hydraulic) oil. |
| Rear fork/swingarm bearings repack (if equipped) | Every 32,000 km | Advanced | Repack rear fork (swingarm) pivot bearings. |
| Windshield bushings inspection (if equipped) | Every 16,000 km | Easy | Inspect windshield mounting bushings. |
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