Harley-Davidson Sportster XL1200N Nightster (2007 - 2012) Clymer
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AMENDMENT
On the 2/1 edition, page X (QRD) and page 538 have been changed to note the engine oil capacity on 2008-2009 models is 2.8 qt (2.65 L). On 2004-2007 models the capacity is 3.6 qt. (3.4 L).
This Harley-Davidson Sportster XL Manual is 616 pages.
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CHAPTER ONE - GENERAL INFORMATION
Manual organization / Warnings, cautions and notes / Safety / Serial numbers / Fasteners / Shop supplies / Tools / Measuring tools / Electrical system fundamentals / Basic service methods / Storage / Specifications
CHAPTER TWO - TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine operating requirements / Engine starting / Engine performance / Starting system / Charging system / Ignition system / Electronic diagnostic system / Fuel system / Engine noises / Engine lubrication / Clutch / Transmission / Excessive vibration / Suspension and steering / Brakes / Specifications
CHAPTER THREE - LUBRICATION, MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP
Fuel type / Pre-ride inspection / Tires and wheels / Periodic lubrication / Periodic maintenance / Tune-up / Air filter element / Engine compression test / Spark plugs / Idle speed adjustment / Specifications
CHAPTER FOUR - ENGINE TOP END
Outer rocker covers / Inner rocker covers / Cylinder head / Valves and valve components / Pushrods and covers / Cylinder / Pistons and piston rings / Oil tank and oil hoses / Specifications
CHAPTER FIVE - ENGINE LOWER END
Engine removal installation / Valve tappets / Gearcase cover and timing gears / Oil pump / Oil filter mount / Crankcase and crankshaft / Engine mounting system / Specifications
CHAPTER SIX - PRIMARY DRIVE, CLUTCH AND EXTERNAL SHIFT MECHANISM
Primary drive cover / Clutch release mechanism / Primary chain adjuster / Primary drive/clutch / Clutch cable / Shift lever assembly / Shift shaft / Specifications
CHAPTER SEVEN - TRANSMISSION AND INTERNAL SHIFT MECHANISM
Internal gearshift mechanism / Transmission / Mainshaft / (2004-2005 models) / Countershaft / (2004-2005 models) / Transmission / (2006-on models) / Mainshaft / (2006-on models) / Countershaft / (2006-on models) / Main drive gear / Crankcase bearing / Transmission drive sprocket / Specifications
CHAPTER EIGHT - FUEL, EMISSION CONTROL AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS
Air filter backplate / Carburetor / Intake manifold / Fuel hose and clamps / Throttle and idle cables / Starting enrichment valve (choke) / cable replacement / Fuel tank / Fuel shutoff valve / Exhaust system / Evaporative emission control system / (California models) / Specifications
CHAPTER NINE - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical component replacement / Battery / Charging system / Alternator / Ignition system / Starter / Starter solenoid / Lighting system / Switches / Horn / Starter relay switch / Speedometer / Tachometer / Vehicle speed sensor / Turn signal module (TSM) and turn / signal security module (TSSM) / Security system / Fuses / Maxi-fuse / Electrical connectors / Specifications
CHAPTER TEN - WHEELS, TIRES AND DRIVE BELT
Motorcycle stands / Front wheel / Rear wheel / Front and rear hubs / Driven sprocket assembly / Drive sprocket / Drive belt / Wheel inspection / Laced wheels / Disc and cast wheels / Wheel balance / Tires / Specifications
CHAPTER ELEVEN - FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Handlebar / Front fork / Steering head and stem / Steering head bearing race / Steering play adjustment / Specifications
CHAPTER TWELVE - REAR SUSPENSION
Shock absorbers / Swing arm / Specifications
CHAPTER THIRTEEN - BRAKES
Brake fluid type / Brake service / Front brake pads / Front brake caliper / Front brake master cylinder / Rear brake pads / Rear brake caliper / Rear master cylinder / Brake hose and line replacement / Brake disc / Rear brake pedal / Brake bleeding / Brake fluid draining and flushing / Specifications
CHAPTER FOURTEEN - BODY
Seat / Front fender / Rear fender / Left side cover / Right side cover / Footrests / Footrest brackets / Sidestand / Fork lock / Specifications
SUPPLEMENT 2007-2013 SERVICE INFORMATION
Engine starting / Engine performance / Starting system / Charging system / Ignition system / Electronic diagnostic system / Fuel system / Brakes / Periodic maintenance / Cylinder head / Engine / Gearcase cover and timing gears / Shift lever assembly / Primary drive/clutch / Air filter backplate / Electronic fuel injection (EFI) / Depressurizing the fuel system / Induction module / Fuel injectors / Throttle position (TP) sensor / TMAP sensor / Idle air control (IAC) / Oxygen (O2) sensor / Throttle body / Intake manifold / Fuel tank / Fuel pump module / Throttle and idle cables / Fuel pressure test / Evaporative emission control system / (California models) / Exhaust system / Electrical Component Replacement / Battery / Charging system / Alternator / Ignition system / Electronic control module (ECM) / Engine temperature (ET) sensor / Lighting system / Security system / Hands-free security module (HFSM) / HFSM antenna / Fuel level sender resistor / Speedometer / Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) / Clutch switch / Side stand sensor / Wire harness caddy / Relays / Fuses / Electrical connector service / Front wheel / Rear wheel / Handlebar / Front forks / Brake fluid / Front brake master cylinder / Rear brake pedal / Rear fender / Specifications
INDEX
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Models covered
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL833
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL883C
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL883L
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL883N
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL883R
2012 2013 XL1200V
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200C
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200L
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200N
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200R
2011 2012 2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON XL1200X
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