Victory Motorcycles Hammer 8-BALL 2010, User Manual

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Maintenance
Front Suspension
Steering and Front Axle Inspection
1. Elevate the front of the motorcycle until the front wheel is off the ground. Use an appropriate motorcycle lift or a
block of wood or steel placed securely under the frame.
CAUTION! Make sure the motorcycle is stable when elevated. Injury may occur if the motorcycle tips or falls.
2. Turn the handlebars from stop to stop. The action should be smooth but not loose. Make sure wires, hoses and
control cables do not interfere with smooth steering.
3. Position the front wheel straight ahead. Grasp the front forks near the front axle and attempt to move the wheel
front-to-back. If there is front-to-back movement at the steering head, the steering head bearings should be
inspected, lubricated and adjusted. Lubricate the steering head bearings at the recommended intervals even if
there is no front-to-back movement at the steering head. See the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized
VICTORY dealer.
4. Turn the handlebars fully to the right or left. Grasp the front tire and attempt to move the wheel side-to-side. If
there is movement at the front axle, inspect the wheel bearings and front axle. See the VICTORY Service Manual
or your authorized VICTORY dealer.
5. Slowly rotate the front wheel. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings, front axle and
brakes. See the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized VICTORY dealer.