Resetting Your Harley-Davidson Key Fob: A Quick Guide

Harley-Davidson's journey began with the 1905 Model 1, essentially a motorized bicycle, but that humble start launched a company now leading the motorcycle industry in the U.S. While Harley-Davidson is now a global public company, its headquarters remain in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where the first bike was made.

Fast forward to 2024, Harley offers over six cruiser models, showcasing the latest in internal-combustion technology. The Livewire S2 Del Mar, introduced last year, is an electric motorcycle priced under $16,000 with a range of up to 113 miles. Today's Harleys come with advanced electronic systems, from Bluetooth-ready infotainment to digital suspensions.

Modern Harley key fobs add convenience by arming and disarming the bike's security system. Some fobs have buttons, while others operate hands-free. If your fob malfunctions, here's how to reset it:

For Fobs with Buttons:

  1. Replace the battery with a 2032 coin-style battery.
  2. Set the kill switch to "off."
  3. Cycle the ignition switch on and off twice, then turn it on again.
  4. Press and release the left turn signal twice.
  5. Press the fob button to display the current PIN on the odometer.
  6. Use the left turn signal to adjust the first digit, press the fob button twice to move to the next digit.
  7. Repeat for all five digits, then turn off the ignition.

For Hands-Free Fobs:

  1. Bring the fob close to the bike and set the kill switch to "off."
  2. Cycle the ignition switch on and off twice, then turn it on again.
  3. Press the left turn signal twice.
  4. Press the right turn signal once; the current PIN will display on the odometer.
  5. Use the left turn signal to adjust each digit, pressing the right turn signal to move to the next digit.
  6. Complete the five-digit PIN and turn off the ignition.