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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 04:13 PM
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My Triumph owner's manual says use te key; not the switch.
My FXD owner's manual says use the switch; then tur off the key.
I'm overwhelmed by such conflicts. [sm=bangbang.gif]
I say heck with using either the switch or the ignition key/lever.

When you want to turn off the bike just tilt it over past a 45 degree angle and the bank angle sensor will automatically shut it down.

Now that's an idea!!!
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 04:44 PM
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You should never start your Harley. Wear or damage to mechanical parts could result.
 
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 05:03 PM
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You should never start your Harley. Wear or damage to mechanical parts could result.
I agree every time you start you engineyour putting wear on your engine! lol
 
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Old Jul 30, 2007 | 05:22 PM
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You should never start your Harley. Wear or damage to mechanical parts could result.
I agree every time you start you engineyour putting wear on your engine! lol
I've heard that if you start your Harley more than 5 times a day (and Harley finds out), they could void your warranty because of abnormal wear and tear, and put the owner at fault.

 
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