How To Start A 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster

By: LeRoy Coffie

Break Studios Contributing Writer

Do you want to know how to start a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster? The Harley Davidson motorcycle is the most popular motorcycle in the United States. The Sportster is one of many Harley Davidson models you can choose from. If you are lucky enough to get your hands on a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster, you may need a clue about how to start your new motorcycle.

Things You Will Need:

  • Ignition key
  • Gasoline
  1. Before you start your 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster, check out your bike. Make sure you have gasoline in the motorcycle. Make sure the oil has been changed and is in good condition. Check out your battery and make sure your tires are at the proper air pressure. You don't want to try to start a 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster until it is in tip top shape.
  2. Sit on your 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster. Take your key and place it in the ignition. Make sure it is turned to the start position. Put your clutch in neutral. 
  3. Take your left hand and reach down and turn the choke on. Reach up on the right handle bar and turn your oil light on. 
  4. There will be a start button on your right handlebar of your 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster. Push the button on the far left of the right handlebar. One push will let you know if your battery is fresh. It may take three or four pushes before the engine of a cold bike turns over.
  5. Rev your engine on your 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster for four or five minutes. You want your engine to warm up before you actually ride your bike. After your engine is warmed up you are ready to ride.
  6. Make sure you turn the choke back off before you take off on your 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster. Take your bike for a ride and enjoy the cool breeze blowing into your face. You have learned the simple process of starting your 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster. Make sure you wear a motorcycle helmet before you take your 1994 Harley Davidson Sportster for a spin.
Posted on: Oct. 16, 2010