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Maintenance
Rear Suspension
Swing Arm and Rear Axle Inspection
1. Sit in the operator’s seat and slowly bounce the rear suspension a few times. Make sure
the suspension moves freely without binding. Listen for abnormal noises.
2. Elevate and support the motorcycle with the rear tire slightly off the floor. See page 53.
3. Make sure the motorcycle is stable when elevated. Injury may occur if the motorcycle
tips or falls.
4. Grasp the rear wheel and attempt to move the wheel side-to-side. If there is movement at
the front of the swingarm or in the axle area, see your dealer for service.
5. With the transmission in neutral, slowly rotate the rear wheel. If the wheel does not
rotate smoothly, your dealer can assist.
Front Suspension
Front Fork/Suspension Inspection
1. Place the motorcycle on the sidestand and
inspect the front forks. If fork oil is present
on the outer tube, do not ride the
motorcycle. See your dealer or other
qualified person for service before
operating. If fork oil is present around the
fork seals or inner tubes, replace the fork
seals.
2. Clean the fork tubes to remove bugs, tar or
buildup which may cause seal wear or
leakage. Inspect the outer surfaces of the
inner fork tubes for scratches or damage
from foreign objects.
3. Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the
fully upright position. Apply the front brake
and push downward (hard) on the
handlebars several times. The front
suspension should operate smoothly and
quietly.
4. Fork oil condition and level affects front suspension performance and internal
component wear. Replace fork oil at the recommended intervals. Special tools are
required to perform this procedure. For more information, see the
VICTORY Service
Manual.
Your authorized VICTORY dealer has the necessary tools and can provide this
service.
Inner
Tube
Seal
Outer
Tube
