Victory Motorcycles 2005 Vegas, Rider'S Manual

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Pre-Ride Inspections
Electrical Components
Move the ignition switch to the ON position before performing the electrical inspections
outlined on this page. Return the ignition switch to the OFF position after completing these
inspections. If inspection of any electrical item reveals component failure, repair or replace
the component before operating the motorcycle.
Electrical Item Inspection Procedure
Headlamp Verify that the headlamp illuminates. Switch to high beam. Verify that the high
beam indicator comes on and that lamp brightness increases.
Taillight/Brake Light Verify that the taillight and license plate light illuminate. Verify that taillight
brightness increases when the front brake lever is applied and also when the
rear brake pedal is applied.
Turn Signals Move the turn signal switch to the left. Verify that front and rear left turn signals
flash, as well as the corresponding light on the indicator panel. Push the
switch inward to cancel the signal. Verify that the signals and the indicator light
stop flashing. Repeat the procedure for the right turn signals.
Emergency Flashers Press the top of the switch to activate the emergency flashers. Verify that all
four turn signals flash, as well as the light on the indicator panel. Press the
bottom of the switch to cancel the flashers. Verify that all signals and indicators
stop flashing.
Horn Press the horn button. Verify that the horn sounds loudly.
Low Oil Pressure
Display Start the engine. Verify that the low oil pressure display goes off in the multi-
function display.
Neutral Indicator Place the transmission in neutral. Verify that the neutral indicator comes on.
Engine Stop/Run
Switch Start the engine. Move the stop/run switch to the STOP position. Verify that the
engine stops. Attempt to restart the engine to verify that the engine WILL NOT
start.