OOPS Dammit

Crap, disconnected the battery on the WG to add leads for battery tender and can't get the freakin security system reset so it will let you crank it over.
Followed the semi funky steps in the OM and get lots of flashing lights but can't crack it back to normal.
Guess if I'm not smart enough to get it reset I shouldn't be riding the bastard.

I put a battery tender on my bike and did not have to mess with a code, I was told as long as you dont unplug the tssm you should be alright. As I bought my bike used privately and the guy did not have the operators manual and I dont even have a code so I hope I dont have any problems or I think I would be really screwed. anyway here is a link to how to do it

TSM/TSSM Password Relearn Proceedure

This is the link for 2001 and 2002 any time power is disconnected

TSM/TSSM Rapid flashing Signals

Thanks Duke, I will try these procedures. It's a pretty involved procedure with exact amt. of times etc. One screw up and you have to start over. Guess I better put the charger back on the battery too as it says the 2nd procedure could take half an hour to go through.
And Chuck ,I still appreciate your spirit lifting avatars.......

I have added a battery tender and disconnected my battery several times for other reasons. My factory alarm system has never been affected in any way. You might ought to be on the lookout for something else causing a problem. Good luck.

same here

same as above. even mother harley isn't that cruel. you have somthing wrong

I see your ride is a 2002, If you click on the second link, Harley says you have to reprogram after any time power is disconnected, but just on 2001 and 2002 models, There probably isnt anything wrong with your scoot.

Here is what it says


Purpose
Harley-Davidson wants to assure that dealers are using the
proper setup procedure for turn signal modules (TSMs) and
turn signal security modules (TSSMs). This procedure is
required because motorcycles equipped with a self-calibrating
TSM/TSSM are designed to work with a variety of turn
signal light bulbs with different current loads (domestic and
HDI bulbs have different current requirements). The procedure
outlined below allows the TSM/TSSM to measure the
turn signal current draw when all turn signal light bulbs are
operating properly. This procedure must be re-initiated after
each time the vehicle’s battery power is removed or interrupted
so that the TSM/TSSM continues to operate properly.
When a turn signal light bulb burns out, the TSM/TSSM
detects the difference in current draw and flashes the turn
signal/indicator lamp at a rate double that of normal operation,
informing the operator that a turn signal light bulb is not
operational.
Motorcycles Involved
●
All 2001-2002 models except Sportster.
●
2000 models that have been equipped with accessory
Harley-Davidson security systems listed in Table 1.
Required Dealer Action
If battery power to the motorcycle is removed or interrupted
for any reason, the following procedure must be performed to
ensure the turn signal module continues to operate properly.
This must be done before delivery of a new or repaired vehicle.
1. Reconnect battery per service manual procedures.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the IGN position.
NOTE
During the next two steps, observe the turn signals to ensure
that all bulbs are operating. If you detect a burned out turn
signal bulb, turn off the ignition switch, replace the bulb and
disconnect the battery. Then repeat this procedure beginning
with Step 1.
3. Actuate the left turn signal. Allow the turn signal bulbs to
flash at least five times.
4. Actuate the right turn signal. Allow the turn signal bulbs
to flash at least five times.
5. Turn off the ignition switch.


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after going through that procedure a few times :witsend: the question would be which to use the 9mm on; the bike or myself:drunk:

Well, semi false alarm. I somehow apparently armed the security system when I hooked up the tender, and wasn't using the correct key fob action to disarm it. I don't think I've ever had occasion to use it yet and didn't read the OM carefully enough.
You can give a man a book but you can't make him read. Thanks for the suggestions though I printed em out for backup if ever needed. All is well.....