Headlight Aim Inspection
On LOW beam, the top of the horizontal cut-off of the light beam 1 should be 4 in (10.2 cm) lower than the center of the headlight bulb and centered straight ahead at 32 ft 10 in (10 m).
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Set the tire pressure to specification.
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Set suspension ride height (preload) to specification.
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Move the motorcycle to a clear area with a level floor and dim lighting, and place it so the top front edge of the headlight housing is 32 ft. 10 in. (10 m) from the wall.
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With the rider and passenger (if applicable) on board, bring the motorcycle to a fully upright position. Center the handlebars in a straight ahead position.
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Start the engine and switch the headlight to LOW beam.
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Compare the position of headlight beam on the wall to the illustration below and adjust if necessary.
Location Measurement 1 4 in. (10 cm) to top of cut-off of the light beam 2 32 ft. 10 in. (10 m) 3 Headlight center