Victory Motorcycles 2005 Vegas, Rider'S Manual

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Cleaning and Storage
VICTORY Cleaning Products
This section provides tips on the very best way to clean, polish and preserve every surface of
your beautiful new VICTORY motorcycle. We recommend the use of our VICTORY
cleaning and polishing products and accessories, which have been specially designed to offer
the best care possible for your VICTORY motorcycle.
In addition to the products recommended in this section for cleaning and polishing,
VICTORY also has specialty products for:
• removing scratches, scuffs and swirls
• enhancing black and silver engines
• cleaning engines, tires and wheels
• removing brake dust
After cleaning the motorcycle, inspect for damage to the painted surfaces. Chips or scratches
should be repaired promptly to prevent corrosion.
For Suede Paint (Matte Clear Coat) Finish Care, see page 79.
For Gloss Clear Coat Finish Care, see page 80.
For more information, or for answers to your cleaning and detailing questions, please see
your VICTORY dealer.
Washing the Motorcycle
NOTICE: Do not use pressurized water to wash the motorcycle. Water may seep in and deteriorate
wheel bearings, brake caliper assemblies, brake master cylinders, electrical connectors,
steering head bearings, and transmission seals.
Do not direct any water stream at air intakes, exhaust outlets, electrical connectors or audio
system speakers.
Electrical components may be damaged by water. Do not allow water to contact electrical
components or connectors.
1. Before washing, make sure exhaust pipes are cool. Cover each pipe opening with a
plastic bag secured with a strong rubber band. Check that the spark plugs, spark plug
wire caps, oil fill cap and fuel caps are properly seated.
2. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
3. Rinse off as much dirt and mud as possible with water running at low pressure. Use as
little water as possible when washing near the air intake or the exhaust pipe openings.
Dry these components thoroughly before using the motorcycle.
4. Clean the front fork tubes thoroughly to reduce fork seal wear and leakage.
5. After washing, remove the rubber bands and plastic bags from the exhaust pipes. Start
the engine and let it idle for a few minutes.
6. Make sure the brakes are functioning properly before riding.