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OPERATION

The operation section describes how to operate your VICTORY motorcycle for best performance and longevity.

Important areas covered include:

Engine Break-in Period

Fueling and Fill Height

Starting the Engine

Shifting Gears

Accelerating

Braking

Stopping the Engine

Parking

For safe operation and riding, see the safety section beginning on page 5.

Summary of Contents for 2009 Hammer

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Page 3: ...This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm California Proposition 65 Warning...

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Page 6: ...ously built VICTORY Motorcycle Division Polaris Industries Inc 2100 Highway 55 Medina Minnesota 55340 9800 Phone 1 888 704 5290 CopyrightE 2008 Polaris Sales Inc All rights reserved POLARIS POLARIS TH...

Page 7: ...the operation or maintenance of the motorcycle after you ve read this manual please contact an authorized VICTORY dealer To locate the nearest authorized VICTORY dealer call 1 800 POLARIS and provide...

Page 8: ...SAFETY DEFECTS 28 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 30 INSTRUMENTS FEATURES AND CONTROLS 35 PRE OPERATION CHECK 47 OPERATION 61 MAINTENANCE 75 MAINTENANCE RECORD 80 CLEANING 136 STORAGE 142 WARRANTIES 146 SPE...

Page 9: ...e safety section beginning on page 5 Understand and follow the procedures in your owner s manual to keep your VICTORY motorcycle in top condition on the road or in storage Bring the manual with you wh...

Page 10: ...e reading the manual The safety alert symbol indicates a potential for personal injury to you or others The safety alert warning indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or dea...

Page 11: ...e operating the motorcycle S Your ability to safely operate the motorcycle depends on your judgment and your use of safe riding habits Take a rider education course from the Motorcycle Safety Foundati...

Page 12: ...d riding with more than one passenger or carrying weight ex ceeding the maximum weight rating can make handling difficult which could cause loss of control S In the first 500 miles operate the motorcy...

Page 13: ...lls and limits and ride within them S Allow only licensed experienced operators to ride your motorcycle and then only after they have become familiar with its controls and operation S Do not ride when...

Page 14: ...n the handlebars and your feet on the footrests S Obey the speed limit and adjust your speed and riding technique based on road weather and traffic conditions As you travel faster the influence of all...

Page 15: ...ractices The rear brake provides 40 of the motorcycle s stopping power at most Consider road conditions before applying the brakes When the road is wet or rough or contains loose or other slippery sub...

Page 16: ...strap with both hands and to keep both feet on the passenger footrests Do not carry a passenger who cannot place both feet firmly on the passenger footrests A passenger who is not holding on properly...

Page 17: ...passenger should wear bright or light colored and or reflective clothing to improve visibility to oth er motorists A motorist s failure to see or recognize a motorcycle is the leading cause of automob...

Page 18: ...orcycle S The weight of the operator or passenger includes body weight all apparel and objects in or on apparel Examples of calculating GVWR are provided on page 14 Do not exceed the motorcycle s gros...

Page 19: ...HAMMER with full capacity of all fluids 698 lbs 317 kg Weight of leather saddlebags and brackets 12 lbs 5 5 kg Cargo optional saddlebags at capacity 14 lbs 6 kg Operator with recommended riding appar...

Page 20: ...rom riding Uneven weight distribution or accessories or cargo that shift suddenly while you re riding can make the motorcycle hard to handle and result in loss of control S Do not attach large or heav...

Page 21: ...Do not exceed the motorcycle s gross vehicle weight rating Exceeding the weight rating can reduce stability and handling and cause loss of control Parking the Motorcycle When leaving the motorcycle un...

Page 22: ...cle s steering and handling which can cause loss of control S Position and restrain the motorcycle so it remains upright on the truck or trailer as gasoline may leak out of the fuel tank if the motorc...

Page 23: ...or your ability to operate controls Displace you from your normal riding position Obscure lights or reflectors S Bulky or large accessories can cause instability due to the lifting or buffeting effec...

Page 24: ...are sparks or open flame Gasoline and gasoline vapors are poisonous and can cause severe injury Do not swallow gasoline inhale gasoline vapors or spill gasoline on yourself or your clothes If you swa...

Page 25: ...ance Inspect tires regularly and replace them if they re worn or damaged Use only an approved replacement tire and see the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized VICTORY Dealer for tire replacement...

Page 26: ...must be clean clearly visible in all conditions and installed in a position specified by law S Each fastener used in the motorcycle meets our quality specifications for strength finish and type When...

Page 27: ...B D C A E 22 SAFETY Location of Safety and Vehicle Information Labels...

Page 28: ...ustrate type and location only Always refer to the label on your motorcycle for model specific information Location A FUEL WARNING Location B MANUFACTURING INFORMATION Location C NOISE EMISSION Locati...

Page 29: ...24 SAFETY Location of Safety and Vehicle Information Labels F...

Page 30: ...t varies by model The labels shown illustrate type and location only Always refer to the label on your motorcycle for model specific information Location F FUSE and RELAY LOCATION Under side cover on...

Page 31: ...26 SAFETY Location of Safety and Vehicle Information Labels H G...

Page 32: ...wn illustrate type and location only Always refer to the label on your motorcycle for model specific information Location G TIRE SAFETY Location H EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION Canada Models 49 State M...

Page 33: ...tion 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 individual problems between you your dealer or...

Page 34: ...29 SAFETY NOTES...

Page 35: ...icle and engine identification numbers model number and ignition key number HANDLEBAR AREA 1 Speedometer 2 Tachometer 3 Front Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Right Mirror 5 Throttle Control Grip 6 Front Brake...

Page 36: ...rip Switch 10 Rear Turn Signal 11 Taillight 12 Rear Axle Adjuster 1 each side 13 Rear Brake Caliper 14 Passenger s Foot Rest 15 Evaporative Emissions Canister California Models lower left by swingarm...

Page 37: ...h RH side cover 6 Side Cover 7 Front Turn Signal 8 Front Fork 9 Front Brake Caliper 10 Rear Brake Pedal 11 Operator Foot Rest 12 Engine Oil Fill Cap Dipstick 13 Drive Sprocket under cover 14 Rear Brak...

Page 38: ...the motorcycle or to order replacement parts SAE assigned World Manufacturing Identifier Chassis A VEGAS 8 BALL B NESS JACKPOT C KINGPIN G VEGAS H HAMMER K KINGPIN LOW L VEGAS LOW P KINGPIN 8 BALL S V...

Page 39: ...of the crankcase to the right of the oil filter You may need the engine identification number to title register license or insure the motorcycle or to order replacement parts Ignition Key Number The i...

Page 40: ...e the ignition key when leaving the motorcycle unattended On Position In the ON position all electrical circuits are energized and the ignition key cannot be removed The headlight taillight and instru...

Page 41: ...age 37 Speedometer The speedometer reports current motorcycle speed in miles per hour mph or kilometers per hour kph Canada Tachometer The tachometer reports current engine speed in revolutions per mi...

Page 42: ...late your miles per gallon and estimate the number of miles you can travel on a tank of fuel To toggle the display between Odometer and TRIP Odometer the ignition switch must be in the ON position Pre...

Page 43: ...The check engine indicator will illuminate any time the ignition switch is in the ON position and the engine control module sensors report abnormal sensor or engine operation The check engine indicat...

Page 44: ...ssure indicator also illuminates when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the engine is not running This demonstrates that the indicator is functioning properly Turn Signal Indicator 5 The t...

Page 45: ...ctivate the emergency flashers Press the bottom of the switch to cancel the flashers Headlight High Beam Low Beam Switch 2 The headlight high low beam switch toggles the headlight between high beam an...

Page 46: ...itch to the center position and push it inward Momentary Feature Move the turn signal switch left or right and hold it in that position for at least one second The momentary feature will activate and...

Page 47: ...P position The engine should not start or run when the switch is in the STOP position Use the engine stop run switch to turn the engine off under either normal or emergency conditions Starter Button 2...

Page 48: ...p toward you to decrease engine speed twist the grip away from you When you release the grip it returns to the idle speed position Front Brake Lever 4 The front brake lever is located on the right han...

Page 49: ...he gear shift pedal To shift to a higher gear lift up on the gear shift pedal For proper gear shifting procedure see Shifting Gears pages 67 and 68 Rear Brake Pedal 2 The rear brake pedal is on the ri...

Page 50: ...as empty of fuel prime the fuel pump See Fuel Pump Priming procedure on page 64 To open S Lift key slot cover 1 on cap and insert key S Turn clockwise while pushing down lightly to release latch and o...

Page 51: ...rubber grommets are in place before reversing the above procedure to install the side covers Sidestand The sidestand is located on the left side of the motorcycle Correctly retract the sidestand befor...

Page 52: ...ional service information in the maintenance section of this manual in the VICTORY Service Manual or from an authorized VICTORY dealer During the pre operation check you might use products that are po...

Page 53: ...d If the transmission is in neutral the neutral indicator should remain illuminated Headlight Check the headlight to see that it is on Set the headlight switch to the high beam position Headlight brig...

Page 54: ...cy Flashers Slide the emergency flasher switch to the left All four turn signals and the turn signal indicator light on the panel should flash Slide the switch to the right The turn signals and turn s...

Page 55: ...level ground and bring it to a vertical position Remove the oil fill cap dipstick 1 and wipe it clean Reinstall the dipstick and turn the cap clockwise until it seats 4 Remove the dipstick again and r...

Page 56: ...fuel stop and plan accordingly to avoid running out of fuel Fuel Hose Rail and Connections Inspect the fuel hoses for cracks or damage Inspect the hose connection at the fuel tank and at the fuel rail...

Page 57: ...the tire pressure table on page 119 Tire Condition Inspect the tire sidewalls road contact surface and tread base for cuts punctures and cracking Replace damaged tires immediately see the VICTORY Serv...

Page 58: ...se reach distance turn the adjuster to align a lower number to the indicator mark on the lever S To decrease reach distance turn the adjuster to align a higher number to the indicator mark on the leve...

Page 59: ...r contact an authorized VICTORY dealer for service Inspect and adjust brake pedal freeplay as outlined on page 114 Rear Brake Fluid Level 1 To check the rear brake fluid level remove right side cover...

Page 60: ...d Tighten any leaking connections and replace components as necessary Refer to the Victory Service Manual for torque values of fasteners or contact your Victory dealer Brake Pads Inspect front 1 and r...

Page 61: ...hrottle control grip It should rotate smoothly from its rest position to its completely open position and back again It should return to its rest position quickly when released 2 Throttle freeplay is...

Page 62: ...106 NOTE The starter interlock switch is dependent on the clutch lever freeplay being set correctly to ensure activation of the clutch safety switch Hydraulic Clutch Check the hydraulic clutch fluid...

Page 63: ...sion should operate smoothly and quietly 3 Place the motorcycle on the sidestand and inspect the front forks Make sure there is no fork oil present on the fork tube or around the fork seal Steering St...

Page 64: ...to come into contact with the ground causing loss of control WARNING Drive Belt The drive belt should fit tightly See Drive Belt Tension beginning on page 86 The drive belt system must be cool clean...

Page 65: ...the sidestand rubber pad 2 and make sure it s firmly attached to the sidestand Check the wear indicator 3 on the leading edge of the sidestand rubber pad Replace the pad if worn beyond the WEAR LIMIT...

Page 66: ...or best performance and longevity Important areas covered include S Engine Break in Period S Fueling and Fill Height S Starting the Engine S Shifting Gears S Accelerating S Braking S Stopping the Engi...

Page 67: ...rly Read understand and use the following rules for operating the motorcycle during the first 500 miles 800 kilometers to ensure your engine s long term performance and durability Notice Do not put un...

Page 68: ...meters S Do not operate the motorcycle for extended periods of time at throttle positions above 3 4 throttle At 500 miles 800 kilometers S Perform initial maintenance as described in the Maintenance s...

Page 69: ...to overflow when it expands Fuel may leak from an improperly seated fuel cap Be sure the fuel cap properly seated and locked before starting the engine WARNING Notice Fuel can damage painted surfaces...

Page 70: ...s for tightness 2 Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the ON position see page 35 3 Mount the motorcycle and bring it to an upright position Engage the front brake...

Page 71: ...not go out after the engine starts stop the engine See either Check Engine Indicator page 38 or Low Oil Pressure Indicator page 39 Notice Do not rev the engine or put the transmission in gear immedia...

Page 72: ...equipped with a six speed transmission The sixth gear is overdrive TOE SHIFT PEDAL Shift to a higher gear by lifting the front of the pedal with your toe To shift to a lower gear depress the pedal wit...

Page 73: ...ee Recommended Shift Points on page 69 8 With a quick motion simultaneously close the throttle completely and disengage the clutch 9 Raise the shift pedal with your toe or depress it with your heel un...

Page 74: ...nshifting while passing over such surfaces release the clutch lever very gradually Downshifting in a curve may cause the rear wheel to lose traction Downshift before entering a curve WARNING Recommend...

Page 75: ...ding to the instructions in Shifting Gears page 67 The more quickly you open the throttle the more quickly the motorcycle accelerates Abrupt acceleration can cause your body to shift suddenly toward t...

Page 76: ...that either wheel stops rotating Leave sufficient distance so you can apply the brakes gradually if you need to stop Do not apply either brake so strongly that the wheel stops rotating This may cause...

Page 77: ...ove the ignition key NOTE Idle air control IAC noise is a normal engine management calibration process that occurs each time the engine stop run switch is put into the STOP position or when the key is...

Page 78: ...Take the key with you On a slope If you must park on a slope point the motorcycle toward the top of the slope Put the transmission in gear and park the motorcycle so that it is stable when it rests o...

Page 79: ...event the sidestand from sinking into the asphalt A hot engine or hot exhaust pipes can be hazardous The engine and exhaust pipes are hot for some time after the engine is stopped Touching the engine...

Page 80: ...the entire procedure in this section of the Owner s Manual Choose a flat firm surface for servicing the motorcycle Make sure you have the time tools and expertise to complete a procedure properly Dur...

Page 81: ...erformance for its entire service life Periodic Maintenance Intervals Use the following table to determine how often you should perform maintenance on various components For additional information on...

Page 82: ...I I I I I R I I I I I I I I Clutch Lever 105 I I L I L I L I L I L Control Cables 110 I I L I L I L I L I L Crankcase Ventilation System 101 I I I I I I I I I I I Drive Belt 86 I I I I I I I I I I I...

Page 83: ...Only 101 I I I I I I I I I I I Exhaust System 124 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Fasteners 135 I I I I I I I I I I I Front Brake Lever 111 I I L I L I L I L I L Front Fork Oil 99 I I I R I...

Page 84: ...P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P Sidestand 133 I I L I L I L I L I L Sidestand Rubber Pad 60 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Spark Plugs 122 I I I I I I R I I I I Steering Head Bearing...

Page 85: ...80 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE RECORD MAINTENANCE PERFORMED MILES KM NOTES PERFORMED BY...

Page 86: ...81 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE RECORD MAINTENANCE PERFORMED MILES KM NOTES PERFORMED BY...

Page 87: ...r flammable materials WARNING 1 Start and run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature Stop the engine 2 Securely support the motorcycle on the sidestand 3 Place a drain pan under the...

Page 88: ...emi Synthetic 20W 40 Motor Oil or an equivalent oil designed for use with wet clutches such as those with a JASO MA rating 10 Reinstall the oil fill cap and then start and run the engine until it reac...

Page 89: ...rn the cap clockwise until it seats 4 Remove the dipstick again and note the oil level 5 If necessary add or remove oil to bring the level into the area on the dipstick above the ADD mark and below th...

Page 90: ...de cover see page 135 or a 2 Phillips screwdriver 2 To remove debris from the element use low pressure air and blow from the rear forward Replace the air filter element if it is extremely dirty or con...

Page 91: ...perature before measuring belt tension To obtain the maximum drive belt service life possible Victory recommends the replacement of both sprockets as a set if the drive belt system has over 5 000 mile...

Page 92: ...equired Data Span 658 3mm Tension new belt 35 7 Hz 1 Belt width 28mm Tension after 500 miles 32 3 Hz 1 Belt mass constant 8 4 Drive Belt Wear Analysis Internal tooth cracks hairline OK to run but moni...

Page 93: ...under the frame Care should be taken to be sure the motorcycle will not tip or fall while elevated Severe personal injury or death may occur if the motorcycle tips or falls WARNING 2 Position the sma...

Page 94: ...etween the zero force position and the 10 lbs force position you recorded Refer to the chart on page 87 for belt specifications 7 Belt deflection must be measured and adjusted with the belt at the tig...

Page 95: ...om rear an equal amount if wheel is in alignment or turn each adjuster as needed to align the wheel and achieveproper tension See DriveBelt Tension beginning on page 86 Use an 8mm hex tool on screw st...

Page 96: ...opriate motorcycle lift or a block of wood or steel placed securely under the frame 3 The axle adjusters or plates 1 are stamped with marks 2 that are used as a reference to ensure proper wheel alignm...

Page 97: ...o allow the axle to move forward NOTE If adjuster screws or nuts are turned OUT counterclockwise push the wheel and axle forward to be sure the end of adjuster screws or the nuts are seated against th...

Page 98: ...nment is incorrect repeat steps 4 8 11 Pump rear brake pedal several times to reset brake pad distance 12 Carefully lower the motorcycle and safely support it on the sidestand Care should be taken to...

Page 99: ...et front and rear tire pressure to specification page 119 2 Load the motorcycle with all cargo you intend to carry With the motorcycle in the upright position sit on the operator s seat with your ridi...

Page 100: ...st flat section of right side frame cradle Specification HAMMER 132mm 5 3 16 Motorcycle in upright position Floor Frame Cradle Operator Passenger Gear 95 MAINTENANCE Rear Suspension InspectRear Shock...

Page 101: ...the rear brake fluid reservoir cap is secured to prevent fluid loss page 115 3 Remove three 10mm bolts 1 holding the fuse box bracket to chassis 4 Remove the on board diagnostics connector from the fu...

Page 102: ...rive belt 9 Adjust shock absorber preload by rotating adjuster nut clockwise as viewed from the top of shock absorber to INCREASE the ride height measurement firm and counterclockwise to DECREASE the...

Page 103: ...wood or steel placed securely under the frame 3 Grasp the rear tire and attempt to move the rear wheel side to side NOTE If there is movement at the rear axle inspect the wheel bearings and rear axle...

Page 104: ...spension should operate smoothly and quietly 3 Place the motorcycle on the sidestand and inspect the front forks Make sure there is no fork oil present on the fork tube 1 or around the fork seal 2 4 C...

Page 105: ...and attempt to move the front wheel front to back NOTE If there is front to back movement at the steering head the steering head bearings should be inspected lubricated and ad justed see the VICTORY S...

Page 106: ...leaking Evaporative Emission Control System California models only Visually inspect all evaporative emission control system hoses and connections Make sure all connections are tight Also inspect the...

Page 107: ...fully remove the fuel tank Be prepared to catch dripping fuel in an appropriate container 7 To reinstall the fuel tank reverse the removal steps routing fuel supply hose to the right of breather hose...

Page 108: ...y when released 2 Throttle freeplay is the amount of throttle control grip movement from the rest position to the point of cable resistance Freeplay should be 2 4 mm Adjust throttle freeplay if necess...

Page 109: ...the one toward rear of motorcycle move the throttle grip back and forth constantly and turn adjuster out slowly just until freeplay is removed Turn the adjuster back in one full turn 6 Turn the lock n...

Page 110: ...he amount of clutch lever movement from the rest position to the point of cable resistance Freeplay gap should be 0 5 1 5mm Measure the gap between the clutch lever and the lever housing Adjust clutch...

Page 111: ...out until the clutch lever freeplay 4 is 0 5 1 5 mm 5 Tighten the adjuster lock nut securely while holding cable 6 Reinstall right side cover 7 Verify that the safety switch activates so the motorcyc...

Page 112: ...ight position on level ground Turn the handlebars until the clutch fluid reservoir is level 2 View the fluid level through the sight glass The fluid should be clear and at a level in or above the sigh...

Page 113: ...clutch while the reservoir cover is removed Fluid could overflow from the reservoir and cause air to enter the fluid system Air in the fluid system could cause the clutch to malfunction Use DOT4 brake...

Page 114: ...pivot screw with VICTORY Moly Assembly Grease or Victory All Purpose grease 6 Reconnect the clutch cable Reinstall the lever pivot screw and nut Hold pivot screw down and torque nut to 40 in lbs 5 Nm...

Page 115: ...enance schedule 1 Inspect cable for proper routing smooth movement and for damage to the external casing Inspect the exposed cable wire for fraying kinks or corrosion Replace any damaged cables or cab...

Page 116: ...Y dealer for service Front Brake Lever Lubrication 1 Remove right side mirror 2 Remove brake lever pivot nut 10mm wrench or socket and pin 4mm hexagonal wrench Note plunger direction of installation i...

Page 117: ...with the front wheel straight forward Do not use the side stand Position the handlebars so that the brake fluid reservoir is level 2 View the brake fluid through the sight glass The fluid should be cl...

Page 118: ...the system seals resulting in the brakes malfunctioning WARNING 1 Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position Turn the handlebars until the reservoir is horizontal 2 Wipe the area arou...

Page 119: ...ut 2 2 Turn the linkage rod in or out as needed then hold the clevis and tighten the locknut securely against the clevis 3 Verify that brake pedal freeplay is 2 5 mm 4 Verify that the rear wheel rotat...

Page 120: ...if necessary Add Rear Brake Fluid Do not operate the rear brake while its reservoir cover is removed Fluid could overflow from the reservoir and cause air to enter the fluid system Air in the brake fl...

Page 121: ...brake fluid container with a clean cloth 5 Remove the reservoir cover and gasket Notice Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces and plastic parts Always clean spilled brake fluid immediately with ple...

Page 122: ...age Inspect the thickness of each brake disc in at least four points around the disc Minimum thickness is stamped on the inner hub of the disc If the front or rear disc has worn to the minimum thickne...

Page 123: ...in or out as necessary 3 Tighten the linkage rod locknuts 4 Check the gear shift pedal height Notice Do not remove and reposition the shift arm on the shift shaft to adjust gear shift pedal height A...

Page 124: ...ding check the tire pressure before you ride Adjust tire pressure as required for the total weight of your intended load Tire Pressure Table HAMMER Up to 200 lbs 91 kg load 200 465 lbs 91 211 kg load...

Page 125: ...ORY dealer Tread Depth Raised areas at the base of the tread known as wear bars act as easily visible tread depth indicators When the road contact surface has worn to the top of the wear bars replace...

Page 126: ...heels Inspect both wheels for cracks or damage If you see wheel damage or cracks contact an authorized VICTORY dealer to have the wheel s replaced Do not operate the motorcycle if wheels are damaged o...

Page 127: ...er see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer for assistance 1 Make sure the engine is at room temperature 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire by pulling upward on the spark plug boot...

Page 128: ...in good condition and are not due for replacement you can clean them with a non metallic stiff bristle brush set the gap and reinstall them Replace spark plugs at the recommended intervals Always repl...

Page 129: ...er Exhaust System Check the exhaust system for stains from leaking exhaust gasses Replace exhaust gaskets if necessary see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer Check all exhaust...

Page 130: ...rectly upward on both sides of the cowl evenly see arrows 2 Remove the 3 socket head screws from each side of the seat using a 5mm hexagonal wrench 3 Lift the rear of the seat and pull rearward to dis...

Page 131: ...es and get prompt medical attention WARNING The motorcycle uses a permanently sealed maintenance free battery Do not remove the battery cap strip for any reason Keep the battery connections clean and...

Page 132: ...taining nuts and remove the cover 3 Disconnect the negative battery cables black cables with ends exposed first 4 Disconnect the positive cables cable ends are covered with a red boot Disconnecting th...

Page 133: ...ielectric grease to the posts and cable connectors 2 Following the charger manufacturer s instructions use an accessory battery charger listed below or a charger designed for use with 12 volt batterie...

Page 134: ...negative cable first can produce an electric shock that could result in injury Caution Notice Connecting the battery cables to the wrong terminals can severely damage the electrical system 3 Connect...

Page 135: ...Remove the damaged fuse from the fuse box and seat the new fuse firmly in its place A spare 15 amp fuse is located in the fuse box 4 Reinstall the fuse box cover with the double cutout toward the fro...

Page 136: ...l surface with the headlight approximately 25 ft 7 6 m from a wall 3 Measure the distance from the floor to the center of the headlight and make a mark on the wall at the same height 4 Sit on the moto...

Page 137: ...lbs 47 5 Nm 2 To adjust the beam horizontally loosen the nut 2 Adjust the headlight and hold it in position while tightening the nut Torque 28 ft lbs 38 Nm 3 Perform the headlight beam inspection page...

Page 138: ...support the motorcycle Inspect Sidestand Pad Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position Move the sidestand 1 to its stored up position then to its fully extended down position and ba...

Page 139: ...ING 3 Hold the nut and remove the sidestand pivot bolt and sidestand return spring 4 Wipe any old grease and dirt from the sidestand frame and pivot bolt 5 Lubricate the sidestand the pivot bolt and t...

Page 140: ...ration of all serviced components Make any corrections or additional adjustments as necessary to ensure safe and enjoyable vehicle performance Improperly installed or adjusted components can make the...

Page 141: ...th salty or polluted air wash your motorcycle frequently Proper cleaning requires washing and drying the motorcycle and then applying wax polish and protectants to extend the service life and appearan...

Page 142: ...hade to prevent water spotting 2 The engine cases are painted If you choose to use a degreaser follow the degreaser manufacturer s instructions 3 Rinse off as much dirt and mud as possible with water...

Page 143: ...Clean the front fork tubes thoroughly to reduce fork seal wear and leakage 6 If insects oil tar tree sap or other foreign material is difficult to remove by applying gentle pressure using the warm wa...

Page 144: ...wax polish or protectants After washing and drying the motorcycle to help extend the life and appearance of its components S Wax painted surfaces Avoid cleaning waxing compounds as they may contain a...

Page 145: ...vide plenty of soapy water for washing and keep the cloth or sponge clean by rinsing it frequently S Minor scratches may be removed with a quality plastic polishing compound Follow the manufacturer s...

Page 146: ...drier climates will require more frequent conditioning To retain the beauty and character of your leather saddlebags please follow these steps 1 Vacuum or blow any loose dust or dirt from the saddleba...

Page 147: ...aration Choose a dry well ventilated storage location inside a garage or other structure if possible The location should have a firm flat surface and allow enough space for the motorcycle To best pres...

Page 148: ...es in a well ventilated area to pass the stabilized fuel through entire fuel injection system Engine Component Protection Change the engine oil see page 82 You don t need to replace the oil filter at...

Page 149: ...of mild detergent and warm water 4 Store the battery in a dry location that maintains a temperature of 32_ to 90_F 0_ to 32_C 5 While in storage fully charge the battery once a month see page 128 Par...

Page 150: ...ne change the engine oil and filter see page 82 beginning with step 4 Notice During storage temperature and humidity changes can cause condensation to form in the crankcase and mix with engine oil Run...

Page 151: ...t which conducts exhaust gases S Removal or puncturing of any part of the intake system S Lack of proper maintenance S Replacing any moving part of the vehicle or parts of the exhaust or intake system...

Page 152: ...ime listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your motorcycle Your emission control system may include parts such as the fuel injection system the ignition syste...

Page 153: ...El Monte CA 91734 8001 VICTORY Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc Limited Warranty on Emission Control System VICTORY Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc hereinafter VICTORY warrants that each n...

Page 154: ...condensers and spark plugs if failure occurs prior to the first scheduled replacement and hoses clamps fittings and tubing used directly in these parts Since emission related parts may vary from model...

Page 155: ...nts improperly installed 4 use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to VICTORY specifications which adversely affect performance and or 5 use in competitive racing or related events B In...

Page 156: ...SE THE VICTO RY MOTORCYCLE FOR ANY PURPOSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU B NO EXPRESS EM...

Page 157: ...erformance and durability may be used in the performance of any maintenance or repairs How ever VICTORY is not liable for these parts The owner is responsible for the performance of all required maint...

Page 158: ...pleted by your 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 reg...

Page 159: ...explosions or any other cause beyond VICTORY Motorcycle Division Polaris Sales Inc control This warranty does not cover the use of unauthorized lubricants chemicals or fuels that are not compatible wi...

Page 160: ...CTORY Motorcycle Servicing Dealer When requesting warranty service you must present your copy of the Warranty Registration form to the dealer THE COST OF TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE DEALER IS YOUR...

Page 161: ...7 in 166 9 cm Ground Clearance 5 8 in 14 8 cm Rake Trail 32 9 5 57 in 14 2 cm Weight Dry Weight 669 lbs 303 kg Wet Weight 698 lbs 317 kg Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 1173 lbs 532 kg Capacities Eng...

Page 162: ...y Bore Electronic Fuel Injection 45 mm Exhaust System Dual Large Bore Slash Cut with Common Volume Spark Plug Gap NGK DCPR6E 031 035 inch 0 8 0 9 mm Chassis Front Suspension Type Travel 43mm Inverted...

Page 163: ...rimary Drive Gear Drive With Torque Compensator Primary Reduction Ratio 1 5 1 Gear Shift Pattern 1 Down 5 Up Internal Gear Ratios 1st 3 15 1 2nd 2 03 1 3rd 1 53 1 4th 1 24 1 5th 1 1 6th Overdrive 84 1...

Page 164: ...ical Alternator 38 Amp Max Output Battery 12 Volts 18 Amp Hour Lights and Fuses Fuses Engine ECM 15 amp Fuel Pump 10 amp Headlight Brake Light Lamps 20 amp Tail Light Lamps Flashers Indicator Lamps Ho...

Page 165: ...ts Gasoline containing up to 15 Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether MTBE can be used Gasoline containing up to 10 Ethanol can be used Gasoline that has been Reformulated or Oxygenated can be used Engine Oil S...

Page 166: ...ead see page 33 Engine Identification Number ________________________________________ Located on crankcase to right of oil filter see page 34 Ignition Key Number ______________________________________...

Page 167: ...Fluid Level 53 54 112 115 Brake Hoses 117 Brake Lever 43 Brake Lever Lubrication 111 Brake Lever Movement 53 111 Brake Pads 55 117 Brake Pedal 44 Brake Pedal Adjustment 114 Brake Pedal Inspection 54...

Page 168: ...Brake Lever Movement 53 Fuel 19 Fuel Cap 45 Fuel Components 51 Fuel Filter Replacement 102 Fuel Hose 51 Fuel Hose Rail and Connections 51 101 Fuel Level 51 Fuel Specifications 160 Fuel Stabilizer 143...

Page 169: ...2 83 Oil Filter 82 83 Oil Filter Change 82 83 Oil Level 50 83 84 Oil Specifications 160 Overdrive Indicator Lamp 37 P Park Position P 35 Parking the Motorcycle 16 73 74 Periodic Maintenance Intervals...

Page 170: ...T Tachometer 36 Taillight Brake Light 48 Test Drive 135 Throttle 103 104 Throttle Control Cable 56 103 Throttle Control Grip 43 56 103 Throttle Freeplay Adjustment 104 Tilt Sensor 66 Tire Condition 5...

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