Victory Motorcycles 2005 Vegas, Rider'S Manual

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Maintenance
Battery
Battery Installation
1. Before installing the battery, make sure it's fully charged and clean.
2. Slide the battery into position in the battery tray with the positive (+) terminal to the rear
of the motorcycle.
NOTICE: Connecting the battery cables to the wrong terminals can severely damage the electrical
system.
3. Connect the positive (+) battery cables, tighten securely and install the red boot.
4. Connect the negative (-) cables and tighten securely. Be sure cables have adequate side
cover clearance.
5. Reinstall the battery cover.
6. Reinstall the side cover.
Fuse Replacement
1. Remove the right side cover.
2. Lift the release tab and slide the fuse box
rearward to remove it from the bracket.
Release the tabs on each side of the fuse
box cover and remove the cover.
3. Remove the damaged fuse and seat the
new fuse firmly in its place.
4. Reinstall the fuse box cover with the
double cutout toward the front of the
motorcycle.
5. Reinstall the fuse box and side cover.
NOTICE: Use fuses with the recommended
amperage to avoid damage to the
electrical system.
Fuse Recommendations
Engine / ECM 15 amp
Fuel Pump 10 amp
Headlamp / Brake Lamp 20 amp
Tail Lamp, Flashers, Indicator Lamp, Horn 15 amp
Ignition / Gauges 15 amp
Accessory Fuse (for emergency use) (motorcycle will operate
without fuse) 15 amp
Release Tab