Victory Motorcycles 2009 Hammer, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
5. Leaving the throttle closed, press and hold the starter button until the engine starts. If the engine does not start
within a few seconds after you press the starter button, release the button and wait several seconds. Then press
and hold the starter button again. Hold the starter button for as short a time as possible to minimize battery
drain, and do not push the starter button for more than 10 seconds at any one time.
NOTE: If either the check engine indicator or the low oil pressure indicator does 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 immediately after starting the engine. Allow the engine
to idle for about one minute after a cold start, or 30 seconds after a warm start to allow the oil to reach all areas
requiring lubrication before the engine is put under load.
Tilt Sensor
Your motorcycle is equipped with a tilt sensor. The tilt sensor stops the engine if the motorcyle tips beyond 45
degrees to one side. If this occurs, the check engine light will also illuminate.
To restart the engine, cycle the ignition switch to the OFF position, wait 10 seconds, then restart the engine.