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Vengeance Motorcycles, Mira Loma, CA USA • 866-483-6432 • www.VengeanceMotorcycles.com 

© 2003 Vengeance Performance Products, LLC All Rights Reserved • VOM 1st Edition Rev 2.3 06/03 

FUEL REQUIREMENTS 

 
It is recommended that only premium unleaded fuel be used in your motorcycle. Use a good quality premium 
unleaded gasoline (at least 91 octane). Octane rating is required to be posted at the fuel dispenser (“pump”). The 
following guidelines should be followed for all fueling stops.  
 

1.  Stop your engine.  
2.  When refueling your motorcycle, place the kickstand in the extended position and lean the motorcycle onto 

the kickstand.  

3.  Slowly remove fuel cap allowing any built up pressure to release.  
4.  Fill tank just below the fuel cap neck in the tank. 
5.  Replace the fuel cap and tighten snugly.  

 

6.  Do not allow any sparks or open flame in the vicinity when refueling. 
7.  Do not smoke near your motorcycle.  

 

CAUTION: USING GASOLINE THAT HAS AN ALCHOHOL ADDITIVE, SUCH AS METHANOL, MAY CAUSE 
FUEL SYSTEM RUBBER COMPONENTS TO FAIL AND/OR DAMAGE THE ENGINE. USING OCTANE LOWER 
THAN 91 MAY CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE WITH SUSTAINED USE. 

 

 
 

WARNING

REMOVE FILLER CAP SLOWLY. FILL FUEL TANK SLOWLY TO PREVENT SPILLAGE. DO NOT OVERFILL. 
DO NOT FILL ABOVE BOTTOM OF THE FILLER NECK INSERT. LEAVE AIR SPACE TO ALLOW FOR FUEL 
EXPANSION. EXPANSION CAN CAUSE AN OVERFILLED TANK TO OVERFLOW GASOLINE THROUGH 
THE FILLER CAP ONTO SURROUNDING AREAS. AFTER REFUELING, BE SURE FUEL CAP IS SECURELY 
TIGHTENED. SPILLED GASOLINE SHOULD BE WIPED UP IMMEDIATELY. GASOLINE SPILLS CAN STAIN 
OR DAMAGE THE PAINT ON YOUR MOTORCYCLE.

Summary of Contents for Invader 2003

Page 1: ...ycles Mira Loma CA USA 866 483 6432 www VengeanceMotorcycles com 2003 Vengeance Performance Products LLC All Rights Reserved VOM 1st Edition Rev 2 3 06 03 Vengeance Warrior Vengeance Raider Vengeance Invader Vengeance Striker Vengeance Vendetta Vengeance Vindicator 2003 OWNERS MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... M O T O R C Y C L E S O W N E R S M A N U A L 2 Vengeance Motorcycles Mira Loma CA USA 866 483 6432 www VengeanceMotorcycles com 2003 Vengeance Performance Products LLC All Rights Reserved VOM 1st Edition Rev 2 3 06 03 ...

Page 3: ...e and as an active member of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation we have included help on how to ride safely as well as respond to potential riding hazards Additionally we have reprinted the MSF s booklet You and Your Motorcycle Riding Tips which includes insights from seasoned riders and included it in this book Please pay particular attention to the break in procedures Followed correctly these proc...

Page 4: ...both novice and the experienced riders of motorcycles it is not to be used as a substitute for instruction on riding a motorcycle on public streets and highways within the U S A Vengeance Performance Products strongly recommends each buyer take a motorcycle riding course to better familiarize him or herself with proper motorcycle riding techniques safe riding practices and local traffic laws of hi...

Page 5: ... Equipment Failures 17 Group Riding and Passengers 18 Loading the Motorcycle 19 Drugs Drinking and Driving 19 Conclusion 19 Motorcycle Skill Test Practice Guide 20 Familiarization Major Components 26 Vehicle Identification Number 26 Frame 26 Suspension System 27 Powertrain 28 Braking system 29 Electrical System 30 Fuel System 31 Controls and Operations 33 Ignition Light Key Switch 33 Instrument Cl...

Page 6: ...nsmission Oil Level 50 Transmission Oil Change 50 Engine Oil Level 51 Engine Oil and Filter Change 51 Clutch Control Cable 52 Brakes 52 Tires 53 Wheels 54 Wheel Bearings 54 Fasteners 55 Spark Plugs 55 Suspension 55 Battery 56 Paint Finishes Chrome and Billet 56 Warranty and Regulations Information 57 Manufacturer s Warranty Coverage 57 Owner s Warranty Responsibilities 57 Vengeance Motorcycle Limi...

Page 7: ...ed admission to the wonderful world of motorcycling You are going to have a marvelous time You also have some new responsibilities which is what this chapter is all about Motorcycling has grown more and more popular in recent years We re very glad to see the increase in people who enjoy it However we re also interested in keeping this a safe sport The way to do this is to tell the rider whether no...

Page 8: ...ly reduces rider fatigue The days of heavy or cumbersome helmets are gone they re now made of light new materials with terrific designs and colors to choose from If you do drop your helmet onto a hard surface or it receives a heavy blow it is probably time to buy a new one A motorcycle helmet is designed to absorb the impact of a blow and a helmet should only do that once If in doubt get a new one...

Page 9: ...eflective strips on your helmet and the backs of your boots Every little bit helps YOU AND YOUR LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES Don t forget driving is a privilege not a right You have to prove your competence before your license is issued If you ignore the laws of your state your license may be taken from you Laws are intended to protect you not to harass you You may be the best and safest rider in the co...

Page 10: ... it gets dark Do become familiar with the RESERVE fuel valve if there is one on your machine When you are running along the highway and your engine burbles indicating it is running out of fuel you want to be able to turn that reserve on without a second s thought It is not fun or safe to be fumbling around when you are in gear and moving Shifting Gears Starting off and changing gears requires coor...

Page 11: ...ng the Bike before the Ride Who knows when Murphy s Law may strike or what nail your tire might have picked up just before you pulled in the other evening It s not fun to have things go wrong on a motorcycle but if you spend a minute before you go off on a ride you can increase the chances that nothing will Any information you ll need such as correct tire pressures or chain adjustment you ll find ...

Page 12: ...es on motorcycles but they can happen In this case you can either get on the phone to the dealer or fix it yourself If you want to know how to do it we recommend you practice at home rather than have your first shot at fixing a flat alongside a deserted road in the middle of the night Troubleshooting Little things may happen to the bike that are cause for concern Don t panic until you check out th...

Page 13: ...you have an earlier model turn that headlight on every time you go out It helps even on a bright sunny day We ve said it before we ll say it again wear bright clothing and utilize retroreflective material it shines when a beam of light hits it whenever appropriate The biggest thing that a following driver usually sees is your back Make it stand out Always signal your intentions Change lanes or mak...

Page 14: ...ind the vehicle you want to pass and have positioned yourself in the left hand side of your lane From this position you have to check oncoming traffic and the road to make sure you have enough distance to pass safely Don t even think about overtaking if a corner is coming up If you have room ahead to make the pass look in your mirrors turn the signal on and always look over your shoulder That head...

Page 15: ...r wheel locks up do not release the brake If your handlebars are straight you will skid in a straight line which is all right You have a more important priority and that is to get stopped Read on and we will talk more about skids Braking While Leaned Into a Curve You should try to avoid this but sometimes it might be necessary You can brake with both brakes while leaned over but you must do it gra...

Page 16: ...in the handlebars do not fight it This is a natural feedback from your tires going over these thousands of little squares Some parts of the country have rain grooves in the highways They re not very popular among motorcyclists This is when the road surface usually concrete has several dozen grooves running lengthwise down each lane The purpose of the grooves is to prevent cars and trucks from losi...

Page 17: ...either of your tires you must act quickly and properly 1 Do not use the brakes braking hard will only make things worse If you must use some brake apply gradual pressure to the brake on the good tire and ease over to a safe spot to stop 2 Ease off on the throttle and slow down gradually rapid deceleration could throw the bike out of control 3 Hold those handlebars firmly a great shuddering may tak...

Page 18: ...just your suspension and tire pressures to compensate for the amount of company you ve brought along Check your owner s manual Also realize that your braking capabilities have changed take that into account The more weight you have on the motorcycle the longer it takes to stop Passengers should be instructed to always mount from the same side and to warn you before they climb on This goes a long w...

Page 19: ...food does not Check the security of the load frequently and make sure nothing is dangling It is one thing to lose part of your luggage quite another to get it tangled up in a wheel Above all DO NOT EXCEED THE GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of your motorcycle You might find that figure on the plate attached to the steering head sometimes it is found on the frame but the best place to look is in t...

Page 20: ...call the national toll free number 800 446 9227 you will get the phone number of a training site near you Choosing a Practice Area A well marked parking lot is the best practice area Be aware however of oil left by parked cars Look for parking lots that are not used all the time at shopping centers schools churches or community centers For instance you might use a school lot in the evening hours o...

Page 21: ...left foot should come to the ground first Common Problems 1 Rear tire skids 2 Overshooting marker 3 Unstable during stop Basic Corrections 1 Apply less pressure on the rear brake 2 Begin slowing and braking sooner or try slightly more pressure on the brakes 3 Keep head and eyes up during stop Delay braking until necessary Exercise 2 Quick Stop in a Straight Line Practicing this exercise will help ...

Page 22: ...ent Basic Corrections 1 Keep eyes up looking forward decrease lean angle press less on the handlebars 2 Keep eyes up looking forward increase lean angle slightly press more on the handlebars 3 Maintain a steady stable speed Don t slow down or brake Exercise 4 Basic Turns Practicing this exercise will help you with turning such as in curves on highways and winding roads Directions Ride around the o...

Page 23: ...throttle or slightly increase throttle to stabilize motorcycle Exercise 6A Sharp Turns Without Stopping Practicing this exercise will help you to make sharp turns such as pulling out of parking spaces or driveways and turning into a driveway or onto a narrow street Directions Begin riding straight across the parking lot increasing speed to approximately 10 mph Just before reaching the Begin Turnin...

Page 24: ... you swerve to avoid a potential hazard Directions With about 100 foot lead in approach the first pair of markers As you reach the markers you should be going 10 15 mph As your front tire passes the first pair of markers make a swerve right or left avoiding the imaginary barrier or obstacle Make sure you ve decided on which direction you intend to go before starting the exercise Do not stop or app...

Page 25: ...rease speed to 10 15 mph in first gear As you reach marker 1 turn in the curved path indicated by markers 2 3 and 4 When your front tire passes marker 2 first straighten the motorcycle then begin braking You should be stopped before marker 3 Practice this at 10 mph then 15 mph Do not exceed 15 mph Coaching Tips 1 Keep head and eyes up focus on where you want to go 2 Straighten motorcycle then appl...

Page 26: ...til you are used to the way the motorcycle handles Take turns slowly and give yourself extra stopping distance To better familiarize yourself with the controls and components of your motorcycle review the information and diagrams on the following pages CAUTION A SAFE MOTORCYCLE CAN BE QUICKLY TURNED INTO A MENACE IF YOU ADD THE WRONG ACCESSORIES OR MAKE CHANGES TO THE MOTORCYCLE IT CAN MAKE THE MO...

Page 27: ...our Vengeance motorcycle frame utilizes one of the strongest frame designs in the motorcycle industry and is specifically designed and built with all these requirements in mind The cradle frame surrounds the engine and is reinforced at critical stress points by the frame s tubing forming triangular shapes The frame is made from high strength seamless steel tubing and utilizes a high tensile streng...

Page 28: ...es to the frame and keep the tubes aligned The fork stem is an integral part of the triple tree and fits through the steering head allowing the forks to be turned to the right and left and limited by internal stops The Vengeance Motorcycles rear suspension system is configured with hidden shock absorbers on solid mounted powertrain models or external shocks on rubber mounted powertrain models The ...

Page 29: ... the piston moves upward again pushing the burned gases out of the cylinder At normal operating speeds the pistons cycle at 3 000 to 5 000 revolutions per minute while the spark plugs fire at just the right time to maintain the speed and performance demanded by the rider Your engine s performance is determined by compression its ability to seal itself Breaking in your engine properly is critical i...

Page 30: ...he clutch is disengaged the hand lever pulled closed engine power is not sent to the transmission CAUTION MAINTAINING PROPER TENSION ON THE CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE IS CRITICAL TO THE LIFE OF YOUR CLUTCH IF THE CLUTCH CABLE IS TOO TIGHT THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY WILL NOT FULLY ENGAGE WHEN THE HAND LEVER IS RELEASED WHICH CAUSES THE CLUTCH DISCS TO SLIP AND WEAR UNDER RAPID ACCELERATION OR HEAVY LOADS IF THE...

Page 31: ...BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES WHILE DOWN SHIFTING TO MATCH YOUR ROAD SPEEDS FOR MAXIMUM BRAKING CLOSE THE THROTTLE AND FIRMLY APPLY BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKES THEN PULL IN THE CLUTCH LEVER BEFORE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP TO PREVENT ENGINE STALL CAUTION INSPECT AND MAINTAIN THE FLUID LEVEL IN BOTH FRONT AND REAR MASTER CYCLINDERS AND ASSURE THAT ALL BRAKE PADS HAVE ADEQUATE THICKNESS TO KEEP YOUR...

Page 32: ...ce between fuel economy engine performance and exhaust emissions Accessories The accessory system consists of all the electrical components and related wiring all of which are powered by the battery The alternator keeps the battery supplied with an electrical charge Circuit Breakers Circuit breakers protect the wiring are self resetting and will automatically return steady power to the circuit onc...

Page 33: ...activated by inserting the key into the ignition key slot and turning the switch mechanism straight up and down and parallel with the bike frame To reach the ON position rotate the ignition switch to approximately the 10 o clock position The headlight will come on when the switch has been positioned in the ON position Error CAUTION TO DETER THEFT OF YOUR MOTORCYCLE ALWAYS LOCK THE IGNITION AND REM...

Page 34: ...he high beam position The low oil pressure indicator will flash LO OIL in the place where the speed MPH is displayed This indicates that the engine is experiencing low oil pressure When initially starting the vehicle this indicator should momentarily go on for one or two seconds before the engine is experiencing adequate oil lubrication This condition should last only one or two seconds Sometimes ...

Page 35: ... auto calibration mode 6 Release the function switch The speedometer will show 00 0 7 Drive exactly one mile or 1km The speedometer display will increase as signal pulses are received from the speed sensor 8 Press and release the function switch The calibration value will be calculated and stored The gauge will now restart in normal mode with the new speed calibration METHOD 2 ADJUST SPEED 1 Make ...

Page 36: ...is momentarily pressed again Pressing and holding the function switch while the trip mileage is being displayed will reset it to zero TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS Your motorcycle is equipped with front and rear left and right side D O T approved self canceling turn signals These turn signals are operated by turn signal switches located on the handlebar controls The left side turn signal switch operates ...

Page 37: ...ou press the hi lo switch in the downward position To activate the high beam press the hi lo switch in the upward position CAUTION DO NOT ACTIVATE THE HIGH BEAM AT ONCOMING TRAFFIC ELECTRIC STARTER The starter switch is located on the right handlebar control With the IGNITION ON the engine stop switch in the RUN position and transmission in NEUTRAL push the button only once to operate the starting...

Page 38: ...turn the OFF RUN switch to RUN in order to restart the engine HORN The horn is operated by the horn button on the left handlebar To activate the horn push the button The horn on a motorcycle is not much of an attention getter but is better than nothing Put your thumb on it and be ready to use it whenever you are passing a vehicle It is a good idea to give a quick toot before you pass anyone you th...

Page 39: ...the fuel supply valve has three positions The position indicator is located at the base of the fuel valve just above the adjustment lever There are three fuel supply valve positions Fuel On Turn the lever counter clockwise until it stops Fuel Off Turn the lever clockwise until it stops Fuel Reserve Turn the lever to the center position NOTE IN THE FUEL ON POSITION FUEL ENTERS THE VALVE FROM APPROX...

Page 40: ... IS TURNED OFF WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING IF THE VALVE IS LEFT IN ANY OTHER POSITIONS IT MAY ALLOW FUEL TO OVERFILL THE CARBURETOR AND LEAK INTO THE ENGINE CAUSING ENGINE DAMAGE CAUTION NEVER ALLOW ENGINE TO IDLE WHILE MOTORCYCLE IS STANDING STILL FOR MORE THAN A FEW MINUTES BECAUSE OVERHEATING AND ENGINE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR FUEL CAPS The fuel tank is fitted with its own gas cap Take care not to ...

Page 41: ...rticularly if the taillight is also on it goes on with the headlight You can help others notice you by tapping the brake pedal to flash the brake light before slowing down It is important to do this when you are Being closely followed The tailgater may be watching you and not see something ahead that will make you slow down Making a tight turn off a high speed highway Slowing or turning in the mid...

Page 42: ...g a slight pressure on the foot shift lever before a shift from one gear to another can be made Even with the engine running clutch disengaged and the motorcycle standing still it may be difficult to shift gears because the transmission gears are not rotating and shifting parts are not lined up to permit engagement CAUTION DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES FORCE THE SHIFT LEVER BY ROUGHING THE FOOT L...

Page 43: ...tand fully before riding the motorcycle Make sure that the kickstand is in a locked position when the motorcycle is parked CAUTION ALWAYS PARK THE MOTORCYCLE ON A LEVEL FIRM SURFACE OTHERWISE THE MOTORCYCLE S WEIGHT COULD CAUSE THE MOTORCYCLE TO FALL OVER DAMAGING BOTH THE TANKS AND THE FINISH A KICKSTAND CAN SINK INTO SOFT GROUND MUD OR HOT ASPHALT WARNING YOUR MOTOTRCYCLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A KICK...

Page 44: ...ck down to the OFF position pushed downward toward the air cleaner This process will take approximately one minute CAUTION DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START YOUR MOTORCYCLE IN EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES FOR EASIER STARTS IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 50 DEGREES USE 10W40 OIL FOR AIR COOLED V TWIN MOTORCYCLES DOING SO MAY DAMAGE THE ENGINE IN EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS THE PISTON RINGS MAY SEIZE TO THE CYLINDER WAL...

Page 45: ...Y WILL BECOME VOID IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO CONTINUE TO BREAK IN YOUR ENGINE PROPERLY AFTER PURCHASE THE NEXT 500 MILES For the next 500 miles you must do the following to ensure proper break in 1 Do not exceed 3500 RPM or 50 55 mph during this period 2 As above continue to vary the speed especially during long rides 3 Pay close attention to gearshift speeds do not lug or over rev the engine a...

Page 46: ... Move the gearshift lever upward with the toe of the left foot Release clutch lever smoothly and apply the correct amount of throttle after each gearshift DOWNSHIFTING Make sure you are going slowly enough when shifting into a lower gear If you are going too fast the motorcycle will lurch and the rear wheel may skid This is more likely to happen under the following conditions Going downhill the mo...

Page 47: ...s not true The sooner you apply the front brake the sooner it will start slowing you down The front brake can be used in a turn Some people think this is dangerous However it is dangerous if the road is very slippery and the brake is not used properly When leaning the motorcycle some of the traction is used for cornering Less traction is available for stopping A skid can occur if you apply too muc...

Page 48: ...ny built up pressure to release 4 Fill tank just below the fuel cap neck in the tank 5 Replace the fuel cap and tighten snugly 6 Do not allow any sparks or open flame in the vicinity when refueling 7 Do not smoke near your motorcycle CAUTION USING GASOLINE THAT HAS AN ALCHOHOL ADDITIVE SUCH AS METHANOL MAY CAUSE FUEL SYSTEM RUBBER COMPONENTS TO FAIL AND OR DAMAGE THE ENGINE USING OCTANE LOWER THAN...

Page 49: ...h brake reservoir fluid levels 2 Inspect brake components brake hydraulic lines and fittings for leaks or damage and brake pads and rotors for excessive and or uneven wear 3 Test operation of brake lever pedal and calipers 4 Check tires for proper inflation and general inspection of tire surfaces for uneven wear excessive tread wear cuts or abrasions 5 Check final drive belt for proper tension and...

Page 50: ... the following to change the transmission oil Drain pan Funnel Box end or Allen wrench for drain plug Gear oil 1 Ride the motorcycle until the transmission oil reaches normal operating temperature Usually 10 15 minutes of stop and go riding is sufficient 2 Shut the engine off NOTE THERE ARE 2 IMPORTANT REASONS FOR DRAINING THE TRANSMISSION OIL WHILE IT IS HOT FIRST HOT OIL WILL DRAIN MORE QUICKLY ...

Page 51: ...se of high quality S A E 20W50 motorcycle oil designed specifically for V twin air cooled engines CAUTION FAILURE TO USE OIL SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR V TWIN AIR COOLED MOTORCYCLES MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR ENGINE AND THE VOIDING OF YOUR WARRANTY The previous oil recommendation assumes that the motorcycle is operated in both moderate climates and conditions In extreme climates or conditions oil...

Page 52: ...USE A FILTER WRENCH OR ELSE THE FILTER MAY LEAK 5 Reinstall the oil tank drain plug and gasket if so equipped or reconnect drain hose 6 Fill the oil tank with the correct viscosity and quantity of oil stated in the Specification Sheet 7 Insert the filler cap into the oil tank 8 For more assistance contact your local Vengeance Motorcycles dealer CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE Lubricate and adjust the clutch ...

Page 53: ...fill the reservoir to the correct level with D O T 5 brake fluid 4 Replace the cover and the cover screws and clean up any brake fluid spills TIRES With only 1 front and 1 rear tire to safely maintain the vehicle in contact with the road proper care and maintenance is critical To maintain them in good condition check for the following Inflation The motorcycle will not handle properly if the air pr...

Page 54: ... Always have such tires removed and inspected inside and out for possible damage before re operating your vehicle with such tires If ever in doubt of a tire s stability for safe operation replace it with a new tire Never take chances on a questionable tire WHEELS Check both wheels for cracks or dents If possible lift the wheel off the ground and spin it otherwise walk the motorcycle around Watch i...

Page 55: ...r and exhaust emissions It should not be adjusted except by a professional motorcycle mechanic familiar with its operation and functions utilizing the appropriate equipment SUSPENSION Adjustment Although the spring pre load or ride height of the motorcycle can be adjusted to compensate for variations in weight it is not recommended as an owner process CAUTION ALTHOUGH THE SUSPENSION HEIGHT CAN BE ...

Page 56: ...storage period CAUTION ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS FOR DAMAGED STARTERS RESULTING FROM UNDERCHARGED BATTERIES WILL BE DENIED Battery Inspection and Replacement To remove the battery it is necessary to disconnect the ground cable denoted by the negative sign located on the top of the battery After disconnecting the ground cable disconnect the power cable denoted by a positive sign To replace the battery fi...

Page 57: ...6 miles whichever first occurs Class 2 motorcycles 170 to 279 cc for a period of use of five 5 years or 18 000 kilometers 11 185 miles whichever first occurs Class 3 motorcycles 280cc and larger for a period of use of five 5 years or 30 000 kilometers 18 641 miles whichever first occurs If an emission related part on your motorcycle is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Vengeance T...

Page 58: ...nted parts are specifically defined by the state s Emission Warranty Parts List These warranted parts are carburetor and internal parts intake manifold fuel tank fuel injection system spark advance mechanism crankcase breather air cutoff valves fuel tank cap for evaporative emission controlled vehicles oil filler cap pressure control valve fuel vapor separator canister igniters breaker governors i...

Page 59: ...NCE EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH HEREIN ANY EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE EXPRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY TERMS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY THE FOREGOING STATEMENTS OF WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITIATIONS ON HOW LONG AN...

Page 60: ...e included in this manual Tampering with Noise Control Systems is prohibited Federal law prohibits the following acts or causing thereof 1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate p...

Page 61: ...TSA in addition to notifying Vengeance Motorcycle Company If NHTSA receives 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 remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in an individual problems between you your dealer or Vengeance Motorcycle Company To contact NHTSA you ay either call the Auto Saf...

Page 62: ...ISUSED WILL NOT BE COVERED ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS FOR DAMAGED STARTERS RESULTING FROM UNDERCHARGING BATTERIES WILL NOT BE HONORED MODIYFING THE MOTORCYCLE S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OR POWERTRAIN WILL RESULT IN THE TERMINATION OF WARRANTY COVERAGE IN ORDER TO ACTIVATE THE WARRANTY THE WARRANTY CARD MUST BE COMPLETED AND SENT TO THE MANUFACTURER WITHIN 150 DAYS OF THE PURCHASE DATE YOUR WARRANTY MAY BE VOIDE...

Page 63: ...months of the original date of purchase ACCESSORIES Only those accessories that have been installed by the factory PARTS AND LABOR NOT COVERED Only the Covered Components detailed above are warranted Among items not covered are the following Battery cables primary and final drive belts brake friction material bulbs exhaust system Exhaust and muffler cosmetics There is no warranty on exhaust pipes ...

Page 64: ...cles This Manufacturer s Limited Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties whether oral written expressed or implied There are no warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular use or purpose Vengeance Motorcycle s obligations and Owner s remedies hereunder are solely and exclusively as stated Vengeance s liability for incidental and consequential damages including but not limited to ...

Page 65: ...0 in Ibs MIRROR MOUNTING BOLTS 15 18 ft Ibs OIL FILTER BRACKET SCREWS 20 ft Ibs PRIMARY COVER SCREWS 10 12 ft Ibs SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING NUTS 75 ft Ibs SPARK PLUGS 20 ft Ibs TRANSMISSION DRAIN PLUG see below HANDLE BAR RISER CLAMP 5 16 18 20 ft Ibs HANDLE BAR BOLTS 1 2 45 ft Ibs TIGHTEN SNUG ONLY NO SPECIFIC TORQUE VALUE VENGEANCE MOTORCYCLES ARE BUILT AND ASSEMBLED TO EXACT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS...

Page 66: ...every 5 000 miles o Replace more frequently if required or if engine is operated in a dusty environment Tappet Oil Screen Inspect Clean at 50 500 2 500 and every 2 500 miles thereafter Petcock Lines Vacuum Line Fittings Inspect at 50 500 2 500 and every 2 500 miles thereafter Fuel Tank Filter Screen In Line Fuel Filter if used Every 5 000 miles Engine Idle Speed Adjust as required Operation of Thr...

Page 67: ...s Clean battery connections Inspect spark plugs and replace as needed replacement at an additional charge Check shock absorbers Check stabilizer links and engine mounts Check tightness of all fasteners except engine head bolts Check and adjust engine idle speed Perform diagnostic test on ignition module note readings for discussion with customer Confirm operation and performance with road test Com...

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Page 69: ...spark plugs and replace as needed replacement at an additional charge Check stabilizer links and engine mounts Check and adjust engine idle speed Perform diagnostic test on ignition module note readings for discussion with customer Confirm operation and performance with road test Complete form above attach copy of ignition diagnostic report and forward to Vengeance Motorcycles Warranty Dept 4501 E...

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Page 71: ... pressures and inspect tread and sidewall condition ٱ Check operation of all electrical equipment and switches ٱ Inspect and clean battery connections Complete form above attach copy of ignition diagnostic report and forward to Vengeance Motorcycles Warranty Dept 4501 Etiwanda Avenue Mira Loma CA 91752 Fax 909 681 2901 Maintain a copy of this form for your records NOTE Retain a copy of this servic...

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Page 73: ...ches ٱ Inspect and clean battery connections ٱ Inspect spark plugs and replace as needed replacement at an additional charge ٱ Check stabilizer links and engine mounts ٱ Check and adjust engine idle speed ٱ Confirm operation and performance with road test Complete form above attach copy of ignition diagnostic report and forward to Vengeance Motorcycles Warranty Dept 4501 Etiwanda Avenue Mira Loma ...

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Page 75: ...equipment and switches ٱ Inspect and clean battery connections ٱ Inspect spark plugs and replace as needed replacement at an additional charge ٱ Check stabilizer links and engine mounts ٱ Check and adjust engine idle speed ٱ Perform diagnostic test on ignition module note readings for discussion with customer ٱ Confirm operation and performance with road test Complete form above attach copy of ign...

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Page 77: ..._____________ VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER PURCHASE DATE ______________________ MILEAGE AT DELIVERY _________________ MODEL ______________________ YEAR ____________ PRICE __________________ DEALER NAME __________________________________________________________ OWNER SIGNATURE ______________________________________________________ Note Refer to Warranty Section in the Vengeance Motorcycles Owner s...

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Page 79: ...IDENTIFICATION NUMBER PURCHASE DATE ______________________ MILEAGE AT PURCHASE ________________ MODEL ______________________ YEAR ____________ PRICE __________________ DEALER NAME _______________________________________________ IF APPLICABLE OWNER SIGNATURE ______________________________________________________ ٱ YES PLEASE TRANSFER THE REMAINING FACTORY WARRANTY ٱ NO I DO NOT WANT THE WARRANTY TR...

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