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SAFETY INFORMATION

Understand and follow the safety measures listed in this sec-

tion. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.

Please read this manual carefully and completely before oper-

ating this motorcycle.

Do not attempt to operate this motorcycle until you have famil-

iarized yourself with the controls and operating features.

Do not attempt to operate this motorcycle until you have been

trained in safe and proper riding techniques.

Pre-ride inspections, following the recommended maintenance

intervals, along with proper riding skills, can ensure that you will

safely enjoy the capabilities and the reliability of this motorcycle.

The engine and exhaust become very hot during operation and

stay hot for a long period of time after operation. Never touch

any part of the engine or exhaust during or after operation. Al-

ways wear clothing that covers your legs, ankles, and feet.

Call the Motorcycle Safety Foundation toll-free, 1-800-446-9227,

to find out if a rider education course is being offered in your area.

The safe use and operation of motorcycles is dependent on

proper riding techniques. Every operator needs to know the

following items before riding any motorcycle.

Complete a motorcycle training course.*

Observe all WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and NOTES in this

manual.

Obtain professional and qualified training to learn safe and

proper riding techniques.

Obtain professional technical service for maintenance items

found in the owner’s manual and as mechanical conditions

warrant.

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Summary of Contents for Victory Deluxe Cruiser 2001

Page 1: ...Standard Cruiser SportCruisert Deluxe Cruiser ProCarManuals com ...

Page 2: ...The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING ProCarManuals com ...

Page 3: ...29 37 OPERATION 38 43 MAINTENANCE 44 68 BATTERY 69 70 MULTI FUNCTION DISPLAY 71 73 TROUBLESHOOTING 74 CLEANING AND STORAGE 75 77 IDENTIFICATION 78 79 SPECIFICATIONS 80 83 REPORTING OF SAFETY DEFECTS 84 CONSUMER INFORMATION 85 86 EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY 87 93 VICTORY MOTORCYCLE WARRANTY POLICY 94 97 INDEX 98 99 ProCarManuals com ...

Page 4: ... Any major repairs should be performed at your Victory dealer by a skilled technician Attempting major repairs yourself could lead to serious injury or death Your Victory dealer is the best source of information and assis tance with any Victory questions or concerns you may have Ulti mately all issues will be resolved by your dealer If you believe your concerns warrant the attention of Victory Mot...

Page 5: ...able at the time of printing Victory Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc reserves the right to make product changes and improvements which may affect illustrations or explanations NOTE This manual should be considered a part of the motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle even if the machine is sold to another owner No part of this manual shall be reproduced or used without the written p...

Page 6: ...le has been warranty registered The membership information packet is mailed out with your first issue of PRO Magazine the official magazine of the PRO Club The membership materials include A personalized membership card to gain admission to special PRO only events activities and to take advantage of special PRO member discounts at select events Decals including a PRO log and a Polaris logo for use...

Page 7: ...as D Acquire PRO insurance for any Victory Polaris vehicle D Enjoy PRO hospitality centers at national events D Take part on PRO Club rides and activities including the 24 PRO adventure Tours beginning in 2001 for Victory ATV Snowmobile and Watercraft riders D Apply to serve on regional and national PRO Consumer Councils which provide Victory Polaris personnel with insights into riders interest vi...

Page 8: ...ages This is the safety alert symbol When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual be alert to the potential for personal injury Your safety is involved Indicates a potential hazard which could result in severe injury or death Indicates a potential hazard which may result in mi nor personal injury or damage to the motorcycle NOTE The word NOTE in this manual will alert you to key info...

Page 9: ...ne and exhaust become very hot during operation and stay hot for a long period of time after operation Never touch any part of the engine or exhaust during or after operation Al ways wear clothing that covers your legs ankles and feet Call the Motorcycle Safety Foundation toll free 1 800 446 9227 to find out if a rider education course is being offered in your area The safe use and operation of mo...

Page 10: ... intersections Intersections are the most likely place for a motorcycle accident to occur D Don t ride in other motorist s blind spots Make sure they can see you in their mirrors Inexperienced operators are a leading cause of motorcycle ac cidents D Professional and qualified training is available make sure you are qualified before you begin riding your machine Do not lend your machine to inexperi...

Page 11: ...head before changing lanes The operator and the passenger are integral parts of the han dling characteristics of a motorcycle D The operator should keep both hands on the handlebars and both feet on the operator footrests whenever the machine is being operated D The passenger should always hold on to the operator or the handhold strap and keep both feet on the passenger footrests D Never carry a p...

Page 12: ...cident Modifications Modifications made to your motorcycle that are not approved by Victory may render your motorcycle unsafe for use and may cause accidents This includes the removal of original equip ment Modifications may also make your motorcycle illegal to use and in some instances can void your warranty Adding accessories or cargo can affect handling and stability because the weight distribu...

Page 13: ...hoose to use non Victory ac cessories you must be certain these accessories are safe for use with your Victory To prevent serious injury or death when using saddlebags S Never ride above 80 mph 120 kph with saddlebags Doing so could cause you to lose control This maximum safe speed may be less See Owner s Manual for more information S Do not exceed maximum load limit of 7 lbs 3 178 kg in each sadd...

Page 14: ...ory mounts and cargo at tachments every time before riding your machine Loose cargo can become entangled in wheels belts etc and cause a seri ous accident Heavy large items should never be carried on the handlebars front forks or the front fender Carrying large heavy bulky items in these areas will create slow steering response lessen your ability to see and possibly cause loss of control Your Vic...

Page 15: ...failure which could cause a dangerous loss of lights and or engine power Improper loading of your Victory motorcycle can adversely af fect its handling and overload the tires D This can cause a loss of control or a tire blow out D Always follow recommendations in this manual for loading of the motorcycle and care of tires See pages 7 and 36 SAFE OPERATING RULES Before operating your new motorcycle...

Page 16: ...ew motorcycle must be operated according to the special break in procedure explained in this manual on page 41 D Operate the motorcycle only at moderate speed and out of traffic until you have become thoroughly familiar with its operation and handling characteristics under all conditions If you are an inexperienced rider we recommend that you obtain information and formal training in correct motor...

Page 17: ...e to allow for fuel expansion D If you get gasoline in your eyes or if you swallow gasoline see your doctor immediately Never try to syphon gasoline using mouth suction D If you spill gasoline on your skin or clothing immediately wash it off with soap and water and change clothing D Never start the engine or let it run in an enclosed area Gasoline powered engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can...

Page 18: ...e may fall over if parked on uneven and or soft ground Make sure to park your machine on level firmsurfaces Be particularly careful when parking on black top especially in summer The more asphalt warms the softer it gets and when asphalt gets soft the side stand will sink into the pavement causing the bike to fall Avoid this by placing a small 6 x 6 x 1 4 board under the foot of the stand Do not p...

Page 19: ...hicle the road birds or any other object Do not ride with loose or damaged windshield or mounting hardware Regularly check the hardware for tightness Replace windshield if scratches cannot be removed and they obstruct clear vision Brake fluid and alcohol will permanently damage the plastic windshield Do not clean the windshield with glass cleaners or rain protective products Clean windshield with ...

Page 20: ...L 20W 40 VICTORY MOTORCYCLE DIVISION Polaris Industries Inc 2100 HWY 55 MEDINA MN 55340 MOTORCYCLE NOISE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION THIS 2001 VICTORY VMD42S1507 MOTORCYCLE WITH EXHAUST asm no 1260967 MEETS EPA NOISE EMISSION REQUIREMENTS OF 80 dBA AT 2613 RPM BY THE FEDERAL TEST PROCEDURE MODIFICATIONS WHICH CAUSE THIS MOTORCYCLE TO EXCEED FEDERAL NOISE STANDARDS ARE PROHIBITED BY FEDERAL LAW SE...

Page 21: ...Cold THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE 4 To prevent serious injury or death when using saddlebags S Never ride above 80 mph 120 kph with saddlebags Doing so could cause you to lose control This maximum safe speed may be less See Owner s Manual for more information S Do not exceed a maximum load limit of 7...

Page 22: ...orcycle Division Polaris Industries Inc under one or more of the following patents Other patents pending U S Patents D 397 976 D 407 169 D 416 831 D 398 065 D 409 551 7078697 6 7079199 7 S Read Owner s Manual and during use follow all safety precautions S Always wear an approved helmet eye protection and protective clothing S If your Owner s Manual is missing contact a Victory Polaris dealer for a...

Page 23: ...wing arm 2 Vehicle Emission located on LH lower swingarm 3 VIN Decal located on Steer Head 4 Saddlebag Warning located on Deluxe Cruiser 5 Patent Decal 6 Fuse Box Layout Located in fusebox under right hand side cover see page 62 7 Operation Warning 2 3 6 1 5 7 ProCarManuals com ...

Page 24: ...d in the same place on all the bikes unless stated otherwise 1 Left Turn Signal 2 Headlamp 3 Spark Plugs 4 Passenger Seat 5 Tail Brake Lamp 6 Seat Latch key 7 Passenger Foot Rest 8 Oil Filter 9 Operator Foot Rest 10 Shift Lever 11 Oil Cooler 12 Air Filter Access 13 Front Fork 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 1 12 ProCarManuals com ...

Page 25: ...e place on all the bikes unless stated otherwise 1 Right Turn Signal 2 Right Side Cover 3 Rear View Mirrors 4 Rear Brake Reservoir Standard Cruiser Deluxe Cruiser 5 Rear Brake Pedal 6 Operator Foot Rest 7 Passenger Foot Rest 8 Exhaust Muffler 9 Drive Belt Guard 10 Rear Brake Reservoir SportCruisert 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 10 1 9 4 ProCarManuals com ...

Page 26: ...5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 Speedometer 2 Fuel Cap 3 Right Handlebar Control 4 Left Handlebar Control 5 Clutch Lever 6 Front Brake Lever 7 Throttle Cables 8 Clutch Cable 9 Front Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 Tachometer 11 Throttle Control twist grip ProCarManuals com ...

Page 27: ...key cannot be removed in this position OFF All electrical circuits are switched off The key can be re moved in this position PARK To get the switch into park you must push the key in while turning When the switch is in park the taillights and running lights come on and the key can be removed NOTE Always turn the main switch OFF and remove the key when the motorcycle is unattended Do not rely on th...

Page 28: ... of the MFD will allow you to determine howfar you can ride on a tank of fuel Each operator will get varying MPG depending upon riding style and con ditions This information will allow you to plan for fuel stops For a more detailed explanation of the functions and operation of the MFD turn to page 72 MFD Window ProCarManuals com ...

Page 29: ...ncel the signal push the switch in after it has re turned to the center posi tion NOTE The turn sig nals are self cancelling at speeds above 6 miles per hour 3 Horn switch sounds the horn when pressed 4 Fast idle lever is for cold starting See page 40 for starting procedure 5 Set Selector Odometer Trip Odometer Clock Back Light Dimming High Beam Icon Dimming Fuel Level Charging System Voltage Diag...

Page 30: ...gital from 0 to 12 00 without am pm indicator includes icon D Odometer Switchable between miles and kilometers includes icon default startup mode is in miles D Trip Odometer Can be reset to zero displays miles or kilome ters includes icon D Fuel Level Indicates in 1 10th gallons or liters no icon D High Beam Icon Dimming 4 bar scale 3 bars on is default no icon only HB text D Back Lighting Dimming...

Page 31: ...n signals and correct any possible problems 2 Neutral indicator light N comes on when the transmission is in neutral 3 High beam Indicator light comes on when the headlight high beam is used 4 Low oil pressure indicator light comes on if the oil pressure is low 5 Fuel level indicator light comes on when the fuel level is low 6 Tachometer indicates engine rpm 7 Speedometer indicates vehicle speed i...

Page 32: ...ever should be pulled in rapidly and re leased slowly and smoothly for smooth clutch operation This machine is equipped with a clutch interlock switch This switch prevents starting the machine with the transmission in gear unless the clutch is disengaged lever pulled in Shift Pedal The shift pedal is located on the left side of the engine and is used in combination with the clutch when shifting 1 ...

Page 33: ...rcycle Press down on the brake pedalto apply the rear brake NOTE SportCruisert brake pedal shown Always use both brakes evenly The front brake on this motorcycle is very powerful and when used alone can stop the front wheel rotation causing a skid which can lead to a crash and severe injury or death Do not brake suddenly or abruptly Obtain training from a qualified instructor before riding your ne...

Page 34: ...it 1 8 turn counterclock wise Remove the key from the lock and close the cover To unlock the steering turn the key to the original position It may be necessary to turn the handlebars slightly to the left or right to relieve pressure on the steering lock pin Never push or operate your motorcycle with the steering locked Operation of the vehicle with the steering locked could cause an accident resul...

Page 35: ... To un lock the seat 1 Insert the key and turn it counterclockwise 2 Lift and remove the seat NOTE Make certain the seat is securely locked 1 Never ride with a helmet in the helmet holder The helmet may hit foreign objects causing loss of control possibly resulting in serious injury or death ProCarManuals com ...

Page 36: ...e seat 3 To lock the seat insert the tongue of the front seat into the holder of the rear seat base Push down on the front of the seat to engage the seat lock NOTE Always make certain the seat is securely locked 2 Helmet Holder Rear Seat Base Never ride with a helmet in the helmet holder The helmet may hit foreign objects causing loss of control and possibly result ing in serious injury or death P...

Page 37: ... Belt Check tension Check for wear and damage 65 6 Tires Check pressure and wear Check for damage 36 7 Throttle Operation Check for smooth opera tion and proper return 35 8 Lights signals and switches Check for proper opera tion 35 9 Fittings fasteners Check all chassis fittings and fasteners 36 Failure to perform a proper pre ride inspection before each use could lead to serious injury or death I...

Page 38: ...he fuel cap counter clockwise to align the Vic tory logo This may cause the fuel cap to loosen dur ing operation Fuel Safety Precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank Avoid spilling fuel on a hot engine Do not fill the fuel tank above the bottom of the filler tube or it may overflow when the fuel heats up and expands Be sure the fuel cap is tight before riding the motorcycle Fuel Cap ProCarManuals...

Page 39: ...ynthetic oil It is specially formulated for lubrication and cooling attributes for Vic tory engines Make certain the engine oil is at the specified level Fill with oil as directed on pages 49 and 50 Running with low oil level can lead to engine overheating and seizure ProCarManuals com ...

Page 40: ... on adding brake fluid Do not operate the motorcycle if the brakes have a soft or spongy feeling when applied This could be indicating a hazardous condi tion that should be repaired by your Victory dealer immediately Make certain both the front brakes and rear brakes are working properly Test them at low speed shortly after starting out Refer to page 17 for component locations Operating your motor...

Page 41: ...ke on the side stand and turn the handlebars until the master cylinder is level To check the rear brake fluid stand the bike up in the vertical position Check the level be tween the max and min lines on reservoir Apply each brake for several seconds Check to see if any fluid leaks out from the hoses joints master cylinders or cali pers If any leakage is found take the motorcycle to a Victory deale...

Page 42: ...ator should inspect engine idle speed Afterthe engine has reached operating temperature the idle speed should be at 950 rpm 50 If the idle speed is incorrect the bike should be taken to a Victory dealer for adjustment Lights Signals and Switches Check the headlight front position lights turn signals taillight brake light speedometer lights and all the indicator lights to make sure they are in work...

Page 43: ...ct tightening torque Tires To ensure maximum performance long service and safe opera tion do the following Tire Air Pressure Tire air pressure should be checked and adjusted before operating the mo torcycle and also when a passenger or luggage is carried Refer to the tire pressure chart below to determine which tire pres sures should be used for different loads and riding conditions ProCarManuals ...

Page 44: ... gauge 1 measure the tread of the tires You should have at least 2 32 1 6 mm of tread NOTE Most Victory motorcycles are equipped with tubeless tires and cast wheels The Deluxe model has laced wheels which re quire tubed tires It is dangerous to ride with a worn out tire When a tire has less than 1 16 1 6 mm of tread have a Victory dealer re place the tire immediately Brakes tires and related wheel...

Page 45: ...i 290 kpa Cold Tire Pressures Standard Cruiser Up to 200 lbs 91 kg Front 34 psi 235 kpa Rear 36 psi 250 kpa Up to maximum weight ca it f 477 lb 216 k Front 34 psi 235 kpa pacity of 477 lbs 216 kg Rear 41 psi 282 kpa Cold Tire Pressures Deluxe Cruiser Up to 200 lbs 91 kg Front 34 psi 235 kpa Rear 36 psi 250 kpa Up to maximum weight ca it f 447 lb 202 k Front 34 psi 235 kpa pacity of 447 lbs 202 kg ...

Page 46: ...arts could cause tire deflation during extended driving Al ways use genuine Victory parts or their equivalent for replace ment Be certain to tighten the valve caps securely Not doing so may lead to air pressure leakage during extended driving Never start your engine or let it run for any length of time in an enclosed area The exhaust fumes are poisonous and can cause loss of consciousness and deat...

Page 47: ...urn the key to ON and ensure that the stop switch is in the RUN position 4 Start the engine by pushing the start switch 5 The fast idle lever may be returned to the rest position as soon as the engine has warmed sufficiently so it will idle smoothly NOTE If the engine fails to start release the start switch wait a few seconds then try again Each attempt should be as short as possible to preserve t...

Page 48: ...90 miles 0 1 3 throttle position Avoid prolonged operation above 1 3 throttle Vary the speed of the motor cycle Do not operate the machine at one set throttle position 90 300 miles 0 1 2 throttle position Avoid prolonged operation above 1 2 throttle Follow the other guidelines in the step above 300 500 miles 0 3 4 throttle position Avoid cruising speeds above 3 4 throttle 500 miles Replace the eng...

Page 49: ...tion may damage the transmission Do not coast for long periods with the engine off and do not tow the motorcycle a long distance Even with gears in neu tral the transmission is only properly lubricated when the en gine is running Always use the clutch when changing gears The engine transmission and driveline are not designed to withstand the shock of forced shifting and can be damaged by shifting ...

Page 50: ...s shown in the table on page 44 close the throttle and at the same time quickly pull in the clutch lever 5 Smartly lift the gear lever with your left toe to shift into second gear NOTE Be careful not to shift into neutral 6 Open the throttle part way and gradually release the clutch le ver 7 Follow the same procedure when shifting to the next higher gear Always shift gears at or below the recommen...

Page 51: ...r Km Hr 1st to 2nd 20 32 2nd to 3rd 35 55 3rd to 4th 45 72 4th to 5th 55 88 Recommended Deceleration Shift Points DOWN SHIFT Mi Hr Km Hr 5th to 4th 40 64 4th to 3rd 30 48 3rd to 2nd 20 32 2nd to 1st 10 16 Parking When parking the motorcycle stop the engine and remove the main switch key To prevent your motorcycle from tipping over do not park your motorcycle on a slope or on soft ground The engine...

Page 52: ... maintenance the services related to emissions control are grouped separately These services require specialized data knowledge and equip ment Victory dealers are trained and equipped to perform these particular services The limited information concerning periodic maintenance is in tended to assist you in completing some of your own preventive maintenance and minor repairs If you are not experienc...

Page 53: ...dle position I I I I I I Clutch Cable Freeplay Adjust cable free play and inspect for smooth operation I I I I I I Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replace R R R R R R Air Filter Inspect Replace if necessary I I R I R I Compression Pressure Inspect engine compression and record I I I I I I Brake System Replace brake fluid ev ery 30 000 miles or 24 months Check and re place pads if necessary Inspect opera...

Page 54: ...fuel hoses for cracks or damage Replace if necessary I I I I I Brake Clutch lever pivot shaft Apply light weight grease L L L L L Brake pedal Shift pedal shaft Apply light weight grease L L L L L Rear Shock Pivot Apply light weight grease L Evaporative emission con trol system for California only Check control system for damage Replace if necessary I Fuel Filters Replace every 17 500 miles R 17 50...

Page 55: ... should replace the spark plug with the speci fied spark plug Normally both of the spark plugs from the same engine should have the same color on the spark plugs center insulator The ideal color is a medium tan color for a motorcycle being operated nor mally If one or more spark plugs show a distinctive different color it could be an indication of an engine problem Do not attempt to diagnose such ...

Page 56: ...ighten the spark plugs to the specified torque value which is found on page 48 Engine Oil Level Use the following procedure to check the engine oil level 1 Warmup the machine forsever al minutes 2 Stop the engine and wait 3 5 minutes 3 Remove the dipstick clean the oil off and replace the dipstick 4 Place machine on a level area and hold it in an upright posi tion 5 Check the engine oil level with...

Page 57: ... oil pan under the engine and remove the dipstick 4 Remove the drain plug 1 and drain the oil 5 Remove the oil filter 2 6 Reinstall the drain plug with a new o ring if the used o ring is damaged and tighten it to 25 ft lbs 7 Apply a light coat of engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter Make sure the O ring is seated properly 8 Install the new oil filter Tighten the filter one full turn afte...

Page 58: ...he oil indicator light should go off NOTE If the indicator light flickers or remains on immediately stop the engine and take your motorcycle to a Victory dealer TIGHTENING TORQUE Drain Plug 25 ft lbs 3 5 kg m Oil Filter 1 full turn after O ring contacts the sealing surface OIL QUANTITY Oil and Filter Change 6 quarts 6 7 liters Do not put any chemical additives in the oil Victory s motor cycle oil ...

Page 59: ... access cover remove the two screws securing the cover to the unit 2 Slide the panel type air filter out to inspect 3 Replace filter NOTE If replacing with a new filter it may be helpful to apply a small amount of lubrication to the edge of the filter to allow it to slide in more easily 4 Reinstall the access cover Do not overtighten screws Access Cover Air Filter Apply lubricant to edge of filter...

Page 60: ...isert The freeplay measurement should be 3 5 mm A when light downward pressure is applied to the pedal B Standard and Deluxe Cruis ers the freeplay measurement should be 5 8 mm B when light downward pressure is applied to the pedal NOTE No movement of the master cylinder piston should occur 2 If the pedal freeplay is out side of specification loosen the locking nuts and turn the adjustment rod in ...

Page 61: ... not let water enter the master cylinder when refil ling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in poor braking D Brake fluid attacks many painted surfaces and plastic parts Al ways clean up spilled fluid immediately with large quantities of water and mild detergent D A lowering of the brake fluid level is normal as the brake pads wear If you notice a constant...

Page 62: ...ost dis appeared have a Vic tory dealer replace the brake pads Rear Brake Pad Inspection The rear brake pads do not have wear indicator grooves but rely on cham fers A for wear indica tion When the pads are worn to the point that the chamfer no longer exists on the end with the wear indicator B the brake pads must be replaced Brake Pad Replacement When brake pads need to be replaced take your moto...

Page 63: ...t A and turn the adjust ment sleeve B until free play is correct Tighten the lock nut after you are finished If the operation of the clutch cable is not smooth ask your Victory dealer to inspect the op eration and determine if any repair or lubrication is needed NOTE Starter interlock is dependent on the clutch lever freeplay being set correctly to assure activation of the clutch safety switch A B...

Page 64: ...ts for the Standard and De luxe cruisers are in the same location as the SportCruisert NOTE Pure Moly Lube Polaris starter grease should be used for cable lube PN 2871460 Steering Head Bearings Fast Idle Cable Clutch Cable Seat Cable Side Stand Pivot Rear Shock Pivot Throttle Cables Throttle Housing Control Lever Pivots Swing Arm Pivot ProCarManuals com ...

Page 65: ...ent Lubricate if necessary 4 Inspect the sidestand pivot bolt nut for proper torque 36 ft lbs 5 0 kg m 5 Make sure that the sidestand is not bent If it is it must be replaced Do not attempt to straighten the sidestand 6 Inspect the sidestand s rubber pad for wear Be sure the pad is secured properly in place Replace the pad when it is worn beyond the wear mark 1 1 ProCarManuals com ...

Page 66: ...n an upright posi tion and apply the front brake Push down hard on the handlebars several times to determine if the forks operate smoothly Check for loose steering or abnormal noise Check tightness of all fasteners Securely support the motorcycle so it does not fall If unsmooth movement damage looseness or abnormal noise is detected in front fork take your motorcycle to a Victo ry dealer for inspe...

Page 67: ... recommended that your Victory dealer perform all rear wheel alignment inspections and adjustments Do not operate a motorcycle with faulty suspension Loose damaged worn or improperly adjusted suspension parts im pair vehicle stability and control ProCarManuals com ...

Page 68: ...d lift cover off NOTE the cover must be installed with the double cut out facing rearward Fuse Size for Application Specified Fuse Size Main Fuse A 10 amp Blade type fuse Main Fuse B 20 amp Blade type fuse All other fuses 10 amp Blade type fuses If any fuse is blown turn off the main switch to determine which fuse is blown Install a new fuse of the specified amperage Turn on the switches and see i...

Page 69: ... blow something is wrong and needs to be corrected Substituting a higher am perage fuse can lead to extensive electrical system damage and possibly a fire IGNITION RELAY HEADLAMP RELAY ECM RELAY TO POWER CORD 10A 20A 10A 20A 10A FUEL PUMP RELAY Fuel Pump ECM Diode Starter Main Ignition Brake Flasher Ignition Horn Headlamp ProCarManuals com ...

Page 70: ...ment 4 Have someone who is approximately the same weight as the primary rider sit on the motorcycle 5 Place the motorcycle upright with the handlebars centered and turn on the high beam of the headlight 6 The top of the light beam must be even or below the horizontal line on the wall or screen 7 The light beam should project evenly to the right and left of the motorcycle s center line 8 Remove the...

Page 71: ...n substance oil etc missing teeth delamination of the outer belt covering or any unusual damage 2 If any damage is found the belt should be replaced See Victory dealer if your belt needs to be replaced Drivebelt Sprockets Inspection 1 Inspect sprockets for wear or damage from foreign material or an accident See your Victory dealer for replacement if damage is found ProCarManuals com ...

Page 72: ...ool body belt deflection should be 8mm 0 31 6 If the belt moved more than 8mm with 10 lbs of force the belt must be tightened If the belt moved less than 8mm with 10 lbs of force the belt must be loosened The belt tension gauge must be kept at a 90 angle to the belt in order to obtain an accurate measurement Located at the V in the lower belt guard The engine and exhaust system become very hot dur...

Page 73: ...and releasing The suspension should move freely without binding 2 Measure fromthe centerof the rear axle to the center fender attachment bolt Refer to illustration 3 Load the motorcycle as it is intended to be ridden This could include rider passenger riding gear and any cargo or accessories 4 Again with the bike balanced on the two wheels compress the rear suspension a couple of times as in step ...

Page 74: ...ould be between 0 5 and 1 0 inches If it s not the pre load must be adjusted 6 After adjusting your spring pre load ring repeat the measurement procedure until the sag is between 0 5 to 1 0 inches If the proper sag cannot be obtained the motorcycle may be overloaded Consult your Victory dealer for additional assistance ProCarManuals com ...

Page 75: ...the motorcycle in an upright position secure the front wheel 2 Remove seat see page 28 3 Using care to properly support the frame place a floor jack beneath the engine and elevate the rear of the motorcycle slightly 1 2 1 This will remove tension from the front shock mounting bolt Remove nut and bolt 4 Continue raising the rear of the bike until mounting position is aligned with upper clevis mount...

Page 76: ...d swingarm When reinstalling the wheel reposition it to this location 1 After replacing the wheeland ensuring that the wheel alignment is correct as noted above tighten the rear axle nut to 65 ft lbs and install a new cotter key 2 Tighten the wheel adjuster bolts lightly 3 Tighten the wheel adjuster lock nuts 4 Pump the rear brake pedal several times until the pedal is firm Indicator Washer Swing ...

Page 77: ... oil Call physi cian immediately Eyes Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medi cal attention Batteries produce explosive gases Keep sparks flame cigarettes etc away Ventilate when charging orusing in an enclosed space Always shield eyes when working near batteries KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM BATTERY Whenever removing the battery disconnect the negative black cable first When reinstalling th...

Page 78: ... baking soda and one cup water Rinse well with tap water and dry off with clean rags Coat the terminals with dielectric grease or petroleum jelly Battery Storage When the motorcycle is not used for periods of one month or lon ger remove the battery and store it in a cool dry area The battery should be recharged monthly using a 12 volt battery charger with a maximum charge rate of 2 amp hr ProCarMa...

Page 79: ...dometer while in trip mode ODOMETER Default function on LCD when starting the machine It accumulates the distance of the vehicle The global numeric systemcan be toggled between English and metric by pressing the SET button for 3 seconds while in this function Pressing the mode button will change to the next LCD function TRIP ODOMETER This function also accumulates and stores distance but can be re...

Page 80: ...ty of the high beam indicator can be set to one of 4 levels by pressing the SET button The LCD display will show HB followed by bars indicating the proportional part of the dimming In this mode the DIM indica tor is still on and pressing the MODE button once will change to the next LCD function FUEL Fuel of the vehicle will be shown on the LCD display in gal lons or liters according to the current...

Page 81: ...R CLOCK SET 3 Sec SET 3 Sec SET 3 Sec DEFAULT BACK LIGHTING FLASHING HOURS DIGIT INCREASE VALUE CHANGE DIMMER VALUE CHANGE DIMMER VALUE FUEL SET SET ALTERNATOR BATTERY INCREASE VALUE INCREASE VALUE SET SET SET FLASHING HOURS DIGIT FLASHING HOURS DIGIT Power Up LCD DISPLAY FUNCTIONS ProCarManuals com ...

Page 82: ...f power If your motorcycle requires repair take it to your Victory dealer The skilled technicians at a Victory dealership have the tools ex perience and know how to properly service your motorcycle Use only genuine Victory parts on your motorcycle Imitation parts may look like Victory parts but are often inferior Consequently they have a shorter service life and can lead to expensive repair bills ...

Page 83: ...he spark plugs and all filler caps are securely installed 3 Avoid spraying the air filter assembly NOTE Degreaser may be applied to excessively greasy areas If you choose to use such a product do not apply the degreaser to any cosmetically painted or plated areas Also do not apply the degreaser to any areas that depend upon grease for proper func tioning such as brake and shifting pivot points If ...

Page 84: ...soft chamois cloth is recommended Paint glue residue or grease removal Moisten cotton with Naph tha or turpentine followed by a wash as stated above Apply a high quality plastic cleaner such as McGuiar s Mirror Glaze MG 17 or Novus 2 to the windshield This will leave a protective coating on the windshield making future cleanings easier Storage To prevent storage damage due to long term storage 60 ...

Page 85: ... system 6 Remove the battery and charge it Store it in a cool dry area The battery should be recharged monthly using a charger that uses tapering current not a constant current type charger This will prevent overcharging which is the most common cause of battery damage Make certain the system is cool prior to securing the plastic Set floor jack under the center of the engine Raise vehicle off the ...

Page 86: ...ber is stamped on the front of the steering head NOTE The VIN is used to identify your motorcycle and will be used to register your motorcycle with the licensing au thority in your state Model Label The model label is located on the left side of the steering head This information will be needed to order parts or accessories from your Victory dealer Engine Label The engine label is located on top o...

Page 87: ...80 IDENTIFICATION A Key Identification Number B Vehicle Identification Num ber VIN C Model Label Information D Engine Identification Number Engine Serial B C D ProCarManuals com ...

Page 88: ...nt Wheel Travel inches 5 1 5 1 5 1 C I T Rear Wheel Travel inches 4 00 4 50 4 00 T I E S Rear Suspen sion Type Single Shock Single Shock Single Shock S Claimed Dry Weight 631 630 lbs 663 Claimed Wet Weight 673 676 lbs 703 Overall Length inches 94 90 2 94 Overall Width inches 29 5 37 5 41 Overall Height inches 44 5 51 0 56 5 Ground Clear ance 5 5 5 5 5 5 Passenger Ca pacity 1 1 1 Maximum Load Capac...

Page 89: ...l Cooling Air Oil Cooling I N E Compression Ratio 8 5 1 8 5 1 8 5 1 E Valves Per Cyl inder 4 4 4 Bore x Stroke 97 x 102 mm 97 x 102 mm 97 x 102 mm Starter Direct Drive Direct Drive Direct Drive Throttle Body Bore Size 44 mm 44 mm 44 mm Exhaust System Type Staggered Dual Exhaust Dual Exhaust Two into One Staggered Dual Exhaust Lubrication Sys tem Wet Sump Wet Sump Wet Sump Engine Speed 60 mph 2540 ...

Page 90: ...H Dunlop D205F 120 70 ZR17 Dunlop 491 Elite II MT90B1671H S Rear Tire Dunlop D417 160 80 B1675H Dunlop D205 180 55 ZR17 Dunlop D417 160 80 B1675H S U Front Type Conventional Telescopic Conventional Telescopic Conventional Telescopic U S P Front Travel inches 5 1 5 1 5 1 P Rear Type Single Shock Single Shock Single Shock Rear Travel inches 4 00 4 50 4 00 Brake Type Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc Disc B R...

Page 91: ... Light Front 2 1 amps 2 1 amps 2 1 amps I G H Turn Signal Light Rear 1 6 amps 1 6 amps 1 6 amps H T S Instrument Cluster Lights Backlighting Dimming Fea ture 1 3 amps 1 3 amps 1 3 amps Neutral Indica tor LED LED LED Turn Signal In dicators LED LED LED High Beam In dicator LED LED LED Oil Pressure In dicator LED LED LED Fuel Warning Indicator LED LED LED ProCarManuals com ...

Page 92: ...similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and reme dy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in indi vidual problems between you your dealer or Polaris Sales Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the DOT Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 visit their website www nhtsa dot gov or wr...

Page 93: ...he vehicle aftersuch device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are D Removal of or puncturing the muffler baffles header pipes or any other component which conducts exhaust gases D Removal of puncturing of any part of the intake system D Lack of proper maintenance D Replacing any moving part of the vehicle o...

Page 94: ...n accordance with the manufacturer s warranty policy and Federal State emission s Warranty policies The follow ing chart is supplied only for your convenience so it may remind you that the maintenance work is required It is not acceptable proof of maintenance work Interval Date Mile age Dealer Notes 500 2 500 5 000 7 500 10 000 12 500 18 000 21 000 24 000 27 000 30 000 ProCarManuals com ...

Page 95: ...ch as the carbu retor orfuel injection system the ignition system catalytic convert er and engine computer Also included may be hoses belts con nectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists Victory will repair your mo torcycle at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE Class I motorcycles 50 169 cc for a period of use...

Page 96: ...rcycle or part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved mod ifications If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and re sponsibilities you should contact Victory Motorcycle Division Po laris Sales Inc P O Box 47700 Hamel Minnesota 55340 9960 or the California Air Resources Board P O Box 8001 9528 Telstar Avenue El Monte CA 91734 8001 Victory Motorcycle Divi...

Page 97: ...he United States of America in com pliance with the Clean Air Act and applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the Cali fornia Air Resources Board Any part or parts replaced under this warranty shall become the property of Victory In the State of California only emission related warranted parts are specifically defined by the state s Emission Warranty Parts L...

Page 98: ...s recom mended time allowance for the warranty repair and the geo graphically appropriate hourly labor rate The owner may be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation II LIMITATIONS This Emission Control System warranty shall not cover any of the following A Repair or replacement required as a result of 1 accident 2 misuse 3 repairs improperly performed or replace...

Page 99: ...ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM AGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU B NO EXPRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRAN TY IS GIVEN BY VICTORY EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH HEREIN ANY EMISSION CONTROL SYS TEM WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE EX PRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY TERMS STATED IN...

Page 100: ... any maintenance or repairs However Victory is not liable for these parts The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maintenance Such maintenance may be performed at a service establishment orby any individ ual The warranty period begins on the date the motorcycle is delivered to an ultimate purchaser Victory Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc P O Box 47700 Hamel MN 55430 9960...

Page 101: ...s all applicable U S EPA Federal noise stan dards This warranty extends to the first person who buys this ex haust systemfor purposes other than resale and to allsubsequent buyers Warranty claims should be directed to Victory Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc P O Box 47700 Hamel MN 55340 9960 ProCarManuals com ...

Page 102: ...dealer and submitted to Victory Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc within ten days Upon receipt of this registration Victory Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc will record the regis tration for warranty No verification of registration will be sent to the purchaser as the copy of the Warranty Registration Form will be the warranty entitlement If you have not signed the original regis tration ...

Page 103: ...re explosions or any other cause be yond Victory Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc control This warranty does not cover the use of unauthorized lubricants chemicals or fuels that are not compatible with the Victory Motor cycle The exclusive remedy for breach of this warranty shall be at Victo ry Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc exclusive option repair or replacement of any defective mater...

Page 104: ...ou must present yourcopy of the Warranty Registra tion form to the dealer THE COST OF TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE DEALER IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Victory Motorcycles division of Polaris Sales Inc suggests that you use your original selling dealer however you may use any Victory Mo torcycle Servicing Dealer to perform warranty service Please work with your dealer to resolve any warranty issues Sho...

Page 105: ...Cap 32 Fuse Box Diagram 63 Fuse Replacement 62 Light Switch 23 Hazard Switch 24 Headlight Adjustment 64 High Beam Indicato Dimming 74 Horn Switch 23 Identification 80 81 Important Labels 13 16 Indicator Lights 25 Key Identification Number 80 Brake Fluid Leakage 35 Left Handlebar 23 Left Side 18 Lights Signals and Switches 36 Loading 8 Lubrication Points 58 Main Switch 21 Maintenance 46 70 Maintena...

Page 106: ...rting A Cold Engine 41 Steering Lock 28 Stop Switch 24 Storage 78 79 Tampering Warning 87 Throttle 36 Tire Air Pressure 37 Tire Inspection 38 Tire Pressure Chart 39 Top View 20 Trip Odometer 73 Troubleshooting 76 Turn Signal Switch 23 Understanding Warnings 2 Vehicle Description 18 20 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 80 Voltmeter 74 Warranty Coverage 89 Warranty Policy 96 98 Warranty Responsibili...

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