Harley-Davidson FXDC Super Glide Custom 2016 Maintenance Schedule
The 2016 Harley-Davidson FXDC Super Glide Custom maintenance schedule below covers the manufacturer's recommended service intervals for spark plugs, general maintenance, tires, brake fluid, air filter, oil, drive chain maintenance and battery. Intervals are shown in kilometres by default and can be switched to miles.
1690ccEngine size
44Maintenance items
Official manufacturer manual
Sourced from Harley-Davidson 2016 Dyna Owner's Manual (99467-16B) — Table 42 "Regular Service Intervals: 2016 Harley-Davidson Dyna Models" (pp.240-244) (this document covers model years 2012–2016): ownersmanuals2.com
Full schedule
| Task | Interval | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spark plug replacement | Every 48,000 km · Every 24 months | Moderate | Replace spark plugs. |
| Electrical equipment and switch operation check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check operation of electrical equipment and switches. |
| Front tire pressure and tread check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check front tire pressure, inspect tread. |
| Front wheel spoke torque check (if equipped) | Every 24,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Check torque of front wheel spokes. |
| Front brake fluid sight glass inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect front brake fluid sight glass. |
| Front brake reservoir cover screw torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check torque on front brake reservoir cover screw. |
| Steering head bearing adjustment | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Advanced | Adjust steering head bearings. |
| Steering head bearing lubrication | Every 80,000 km | Advanced | Lubricate steering head bearings. |
| Front fork lower bracket pinch bolt torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check torque on front fork lower bracket pinch bolts. |
| Front fork upper bracket pinch bolt torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check torque on front fork upper bracket pinch bolts. |
| Throttle control check, adjustment and lubrication | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Check, adjust and lubricate throttle controls. |
| Switch housing screw torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check upper and lower switch housing screw torque. |
| Clutch lever handlebar clamp screw torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check clutch lever handlebar clamp screw torque. |
| Brake master cylinder handlebar clamp screw torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check master cylinder handlebar clamp screw torque. |
| Air cleaner inspection and service | Every 8,000 km | Easy | Inspect air cleaner, service as required. |
| Engine oil and filter change | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy–Moderate | Replace engine oil and filter. |
| Primary chaincase lubricant replacement | Every 16,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Replace primary chaincase lubricant. |
| Transmission lubricant replacement | Every 32,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Replace transmission lubricant. |
| Brake system inspection (leaks, contact, abrasion) | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect brake system for leaks, contact or abrasion. |
| Fuel lines and fittings inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect fuel lines and fittings for leaks, contact or abrasion. |
| Engine mount and stabilizer link inspection | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Inspect engine mounts and stabilizer links. |
| Rear brake fluid sight glass inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect rear brake fluid sight glass. |
| Rear brake reservoir cover screw torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check rear brake reservoir cover screw torque. |
| Brake pads and discs wear inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect brake pads and discs for wear. |
| Front axle cap fastener torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check front axle cap fastener torque. |
| Front axle nut torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check front axle nut torque. |
| Brake master cylinder and caliper banjo bolt torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check brake master cylinder and caliper banjo bolt torque. |
| ABS module (EHCU) banjo bolt torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check ABS module (EHCU) banjo bolt torque. |
| ABS brake line flare nut torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check torque of ABS brake line flare nuts under lower fork bracket. |
| Jiffy stand inspection and lubrication | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect and lubricate jiffy (side) stand. |
| Clutch adjustment check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Check clutch adjustment. |
| Brake and clutch control check, adjustment and lubrication | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Check, adjust and lubricate brake and clutch controls. |
| Rear wheel spoke torque check (if equipped) | Every 24,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Check rear wheel spokes torque. |
| Rear tire pressure and tread check | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Check rear tire pressure, inspect tread. |
| Rear fork (swingarm) bearing inspection and lubrication | Every 48,000 km | Advanced | Inspect and lubricate rear fork bearings. |
| Drive belt and sprocket inspection/adjustment | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Moderate | Inspect drive belt and sprockets, adjust belt. |
| Rear axle nut torque check | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check rear axle nut torque. |
| Exhaust system inspection | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Inspect exhaust system for leaks, cracks, and loose or missing fasteners or exhaust shields. |
| Rear exhaust bracket bolt torque check at transmission | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check rear exhaust bracket bolt torque at transmission. |
| Rear exhaust bracket locknut torque check at transmission | Every 16,000 km | Moderate | Check rear exhaust bracket locknut torque at transmission. |
| Battery check and terminal torque | Every 12 months | Easy | Check battery, terminal torque, and clean connections annually. |
| Front fork rebuild and oil replacement | Every 80,000 km | Professional | Disassemble, inspect, rebuild front forks and replace fork oil. |
| Fuel filter element replacement | Every 160,000 km | Advanced | Replace fuel filter element. |
| Road test (component and system function check) | Every 8,000 km (first at 1,600 km) | Easy | Road test to verify component and system functions. |
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