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Maintenance
Cooling System
The engine coolant level is controlled by the recovery system. Recovery system components
are the recovery bottle, the radiator filler neck, the radiator pressure cap and the connecting
hose.
As coolant operating temperature increases, the expanding (heated) excess coolant is forced
out of the engine, past the pressure cap, and into the recovery bottle. As engine coolant
temperature decreases the contracting (cooled) coolant is drawn back up from the bottle, past
the pressure cap, and into the radiator.
Some coolant level drop on new vehicles is normal as the system is purging itself of trapped
air. Check the coolant level and maintain as recommended by adding coolant to the recovery
bottle.
VICTORY recommends the use of Antifreeze 50/50 Premix. This antifreeze is already
premixed and ready to use. Do not dilute with water.
To ensure that the coolant maintains its ability to protect the engine, we recommend that the
system be completely drained every five (5) years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Your authorized VICTORY dealer can assist.
Coolant Level Inspection
Tip:
A flashlight is required for viewing the coolant
level.
1. Allow the engine to cool before checking
coolant level.
2. Position the motorcycle on level ground in
the fully upright position.
3. Place a flashlight flush against an accessible
area of the recovery bottle to illuminate the
interior. View the coolant level through the
window in the heat shield.
4. Maintain the coolant level at the COLD
FULL mark on the recovery bottle (when the
fluid is cool).
5. If the level is low, remove the seat to access
the coolant fill cap.
Tip:
The recovery bottle is vented to prevent
overfilling. Coolant will vent onto the ground if
overfilled.
6. Remove the fill cap and add coolant. Do not
overfill.
7. Reinstall the cap.
Coolant Fill Cap
COLD FULL Mark
Flashlight
Heat Shield
Window
