Harley-Davidson Fat Boy FLSTF 2005 Maintenance Schedule
The 2005 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy FLSTF maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for oil, general maintenance, air filter, tires, drive chain maintenance, brake fluid, spark plugs and battery. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1450ccEngine size
28Maintenance 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil and filter change | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Replace engine oil and oil filter. |
| Oil lines and brake system inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect oil lines and brake hydraulic system for leaks. |
| Air cleaner inspection/service | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect air cleaner and service as required. |
| Tire pressure and tread inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check tire pressure and inspect tread depth/wear. |
| Wheel spoke tightness check (if equipped) | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check wheel spoke tightness on laced-wheel trims. |
| 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. |
| Clutch adjustment check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check clutch adjustment. |
| Rear belt and sprocket inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Moderate | Inspect rear belt and sprockets; adjust belt as needed. |
| Throttle, brake and clutch control check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check, adjust, and lubricate throttle, brake, and clutch controls. |
| Jiffy stand inspection and lubrication | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect and lubricate jiffy (side) stand. |
| Fuel lines and fittings inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect fuel lines and fittings for leaks. |
| Fuel tank filter replacement | See notes | Moderate | Replace fuel tank filter. |
| Brake fluid level and condition check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check brake fluid level and condition. |
| Brake pads and discs inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect brake pads and discs for wear. |
| Spark plug inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Inspect spark plugs. |
| Spark plug replacement | Every 40,000 km | Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Electrical equipment and switch check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check operation of electrical equipment and switches. |
| Engine idle speed check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Check and adjust engine idle speed. |
| Front fork oil replacement | Every 80,000 km | Advanced | Replace front fork oil. |
| Steering head bearing adjustment | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Adjust steering head bearings (non-Springer Softail models). |
| Steering head bearing lubrication | Every 48,000 km | Moderate | Disassemble, lubricate, and inspect steering head bearings. |
| Rear fork bearing repack (if applicable) | Every 40,000 km | Advanced | Repack rear fork bearings on Softail models so equipped. |
| Windshield bushing inspection (if equipped) | Every 16,000 km | Easy | Inspect windshield bushings on touring-windshield-equipped trims. |
| Accessory hinge and latch lubrication | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Lubricate fuel door, tour-pak, and saddlebag hinges and latches. |
| Critical fastener torque check | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Check critical fastener tightness against factory torque specifications. |
| Battery check and terminal cleaning | Every 12 months | Easy | Check battery condition and clean terminal connections. |
| Road test | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) · Every 12 months | Easy | Road test the motorcycle to verify component and system function. |
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