Victory Motorcycles Touring Cruiser 2003, Owner'S Manual

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STORAGE
Removal from Storage
1. Remove the cover and unlock the front forks.
2. Check the tire pressure and inflate the tires if necessary.
3. Reinstall the battery (see page 139).
4. Wash and dry the entire motorcycle (see page 149).
5. Prior to starting the engine, change the engine oil and filter (see page 97, beginning with step 2).
During storage, temperature and humidity changes can cause condensation to form in the crankcase and
mix with engine oil. Running the engine with oil that contains condensation can cause engine damage.
Caution
6. Wax, polish or apply protectant to the appropriate motorcycle components (see page 151).
7. Perform the pre-operation check as outlined on page 64.
8. Road test the motorcycle before returning it to regular use (see page 147).