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Operation
Engine Break-in Period
Operating Speeds and Gears
Fueling
Always dismount the motorcycle and refuel on level ground with the sidestand down.
Review the fuel warnings. See page 18. Use only the recommended fuel. See page 104.
WARNING!
Overflows or spilled gasoline could contact a hot engine or exhaust system and cause a
fire, which could result in serious injury or death. Do not allow gasoline to contact hot components.
WARNING!
Always open the fuel cap slowly and fill the fuel tank slowly to prevent spillage. Do not
overfill the fuel tank. Leave space in the tank to allow for the fuel to expand.
1. Open the fuel tank cap. See page 35.
2. Insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel tank filler neck.
3. Hold the nozzle while filling. Do not rest the weight of the nozzle and hose on the filler
neck. Do not leave the nozzle unattended.
4. Add fuel to the tank until it touches the bottom edge of the filler neck. The tank is full at
this level.
5. Always close the fuel cap before remounting the motorcycle.
6. If the motorcycle runs out of fuel, prime the system before attempting to restart the
engine.
NOTICE:
Fuel can damage painted surfaces and plastic parts. If gasoline spills on the any part of the
motorcycle, immediately rinse it off with water.
Odometer Reading
Instructions
Miles
Kilometers
0-90
0-145
Do not operate for extended periods above 1/3 throttle or at any one
throttle position. Vary engine speed frequently.
91-300
146-483
Do not operate for extended periods above 1/2 throttle or at any one
throttle position. Vary engine speed frequently.
301-500
484-800
Do not operate for extended periods above 3/4 throttle.
At 500
At 800
Perform the break-in maintenance outlined in the maintenance section
of this manual. Break-in maintenance can be performed by an
authorized VICTORY dealer. Break-in maintenance must include
inspection, adjustments, fastener tightening and an engine oil and filter
change. Performing break-in maintenance at the required odometer
reading helps ensure peak engine performance, minimal exhaust
emissions and maximum service life of the engine.
