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Pre-Ride Inspections
To keep your motorcycle in safe operating condition, always perform the recommended pre-
ride inspections before each ride. This is especially important before making a long trip and
when removing the motorcycle from storage.
WARNING!
Failure to perform the recommended pre-ride inspections could result in component failure
while riding, which could result in serious injury or death. Always perform the pre-ride inspections
before each ride. When inspection reveals the need for adjustment, replacement or repair, perform the
service promptly. Your authorized VICTORY dealer can provide service.
WARNING!
Read the entire Instruments, Features and Controls section of this manual before riding
your motorcycle. A complete understanding of the features and capabilities of your motorcycle is
essential to its safe operation. Anything less may result in serious injury or death.
You must be familiar with all instruments and controls to perform the pre-ride inspections.
During the pre-ride inspections you may use products that are potentially hazardous, such as
oil or brake fluid. When using any of these products, always follow the instructions and
warnings on the product packaging.
When inspections reveal the need for adjustment, replacement or repair:
• Refer to the maintenance section of this manual.
• Refer to the
VICTORY Service Manual.
• Your authorized VICTORY dealer can assist.
Item
Inspection Procedure
Turn the ignition key to the ON position and move the stop/run switch to RUN before performing the
following electrical inspections. Return the ignition key to the OFF position after completing these
inspections. If inspection of any electrical item reveals component failure, repair or replace the
component before operating the motorcycle.
Headlamp
The headlights automatically operate when the engine is running. Start the
engine. Switch to high beam. Verify that the high beam indicator comes on and
that lamp brightness increases.
Taillight/Brake Light
Verify that the taillight and license plate light illuminate. Verify that the taillight
lamps increase in brightness when the front brake lever is applied and also
when the rear brake pedal is applied.
Turn Signals
Move the turn signal switch to the left. Verify that front and rear left turn signals
flash, as well as the corresponding light on the indicator panel. Move the
switch to the center position and push it inward to cancel the signal. Verify that
the signals and the indicator light stop flashing. Repeat the procedure for the
right turn signals.
Hazard Warning
Flashers
Press and hold the hazard warning flashers switch for 1-2 seconds to activate
the hazard warning flashers. Verify that all four turn signals flash, as well as
the lamps on the indicator panel. Turn the hazard warning flashers off. Verify
that all signals and indicator lamps stop flashing.
Horn
Press the horn switch. Verify that the horn sounds loudly.
Neutral Indicator
Place the transmission in neutral. Verify that the neutral indicator lamp
illuminates and that the letter “N” displays in the gear position display.
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Start the engine. Verify that the low oil pressure indicator is not illuminated.
Engine Stop/Run
Switch
With the engine running, move the stop/run switch to the STOP position. Verify
that the engine stops. Attempt to restart the engine to verify that the engine
WILL NOT start.
