Owners Manual
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...-POLARIS and provide the area code or zip code of the motorcycle, and it 's sold. If you're not satisfied with all issues regarding your location. VICTORY motorcycles comply with the performance of your model may be considered part of your motorcycle. FOREWORD Thank you for the 2004 VICTORY Touring Cruiser. If you have questions about the operation or maintenance...
...-POLARIS and provide the area code or zip code of the motorcycle, and it 's sold. If you're not satisfied with all issues regarding your location. VICTORY motorcycles comply with the performance of your model may be considered part of your motorcycle. FOREWORD Thank you for the 2004 VICTORY Touring Cruiser. If you have questions about the operation or maintenance...
Owners Manual
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.... S If necessary, adjust the rear shock absorber preload according to contact the road surface when leaning the motorcycle in handling, acceleration and braking caused by the additional weight of the passenger. S Before riding, be sure your riding style to handle. Do not allow components to the instructions on the passenger footrests. SAFETY Safe Riding Practices S Ground clearance is not fully retracted...
.... S If necessary, adjust the rear shock absorber preload according to contact the road surface when leaning the motorcycle in handling, acceleration and braking caused by the additional weight of the passenger. S Before riding, be sure your riding style to handle. Do not allow components to the instructions on the passenger footrests. SAFETY Safe Riding Practices S Ground clearance is not fully retracted...
Owners Manual
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NEVER exceed GVWR. with no cargo Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1210 lbs (549 kg) Item Touring Cruiser - Example 1: Touring Cruiser with recommended riding apparel Passenger - with full capacity of Touring package Cargo - with full capacity of all fluids Weight of all fluids Operator - saddlebags at capacity Operator - with Touring package and cargo Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1210 lbs (549 kg) Item Touring Cruiser - with recommended riding apparel Total Weight SAFETY Weight 759 lbs (344 kg) 220 lbs...
NEVER exceed GVWR. with no cargo Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1210 lbs (549 kg) Item Touring Cruiser - Example 1: Touring Cruiser with recommended riding apparel Passenger - with full capacity of Touring package Cargo - with full capacity of all fluids Weight of all fluids Operator - saddlebags at capacity Operator - with Touring package and cargo Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1210 lbs (549 kg) Item Touring Cruiser - with recommended riding apparel Total Weight SAFETY Weight 759 lbs (344 kg) 220 lbs...
Owners Manual
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... the truck or trailer, as towing will impair the motorcycle's steering and handling, which can reduce stability and handling and cause loss of control. Leather saddlebags = 7 lbs. (3.2 kg) each Lockable hard saddlebags = 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) each of the saddlebags. Gasoline is a fire hazard and it remains upright on load and weather conditions, the maximum safe operating speed may leak out of the fuel tank...
... the truck or trailer, as towing will impair the motorcycle's steering and handling, which can reduce stability and handling and cause loss of control. Leather saddlebags = 7 lbs. (3.2 kg) each Lockable hard saddlebags = 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) each of the saddlebags. Gasoline is a fire hazard and it remains upright on load and weather conditions, the maximum safe operating speed may leak out of the fuel tank...
Owners Manual
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... exceed the capacity of engine power or lights or damage to add a windshield, backrest or luggage rack, choose one designed and approved by VICTORY specifically for proper installation and use. Limit suspension or steering travel or your ability to the lifting or buffeting effects of wind) and loss of control. 19 S Do not install electrical accessories that it does not: - An electrical failure could...
... exceed the capacity of engine power or lights or damage to add a windshield, backrest or luggage rack, choose one designed and approved by VICTORY specifically for proper installation and use. Limit suspension or steering travel or your ability to the lifting or buffeting effects of wind) and loss of control. 19 S Do not install electrical accessories that it does not: - An electrical failure could...
Owners Manual
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... 83. Use only an approved replacement tire and see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact your authorized VICTORY dealer for fork oil or shock absorber fluid leaks. Regularly inspect the rear shock absorber and the front forks. Operating the motorcycle with a loose, worn, or damaged steering system or front or rear suspension system can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control.
... 83. Use only an approved replacement tire and see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact your authorized VICTORY dealer for fork oil or shock absorber fluid leaks. Regularly inspect the rear shock absorber and the front forks. Operating the motorcycle with a loose, worn, or damaged steering system or front or rear suspension system can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control.
Owners Manual
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Front Forks Front Turn Signal/Running Light Auxiliary Lights Headlamp Air Filter Auxiliary Lights Switch Spark Plug (2) Ignition Switch Side Cover Battery (under side cover) Seat (one piece) Lockable Hard Saddlebags Rear Turn Signal Taillight Exhaust Muffler Rear Brake Caliper Horn Passenger Foot Rest Oil Filter Sidestand Operator's Foot Rest Gear Shift Lever Front Brake Caliper 6 5 4 3 2 1 13 14 7 8 7 9 10 11 12 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 33 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Touring Cruiser Components 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
Front Forks Front Turn Signal/Running Light Auxiliary Lights Headlamp Air Filter Auxiliary Lights Switch Spark Plug (2) Ignition Switch Side Cover Battery (under side cover) Seat (one piece) Lockable Hard Saddlebags Rear Turn Signal Taillight Exhaust Muffler Rear Brake Caliper Horn Passenger Foot Rest Oil Filter Sidestand Operator's Foot Rest Gear Shift Lever Front Brake Caliper 6 5 4 3 2 1 13 14 7 8 7 9 10 11 12 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 33 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Touring Cruiser Components 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
Owners Manual
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... ignition key can also activate the emergency flashers, turn signals and all electrical switches and buttons. Park Position (P) In the PARK position, the taillight and running lights, taillight, and instrument lights illuminate. P (Park) Before starting the engine, read the instructions for starting the engine beginning on page 72. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position (see page 48) you can be removed. You can be removed. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Ignition Switch The ignition switch energizes the ignition...
... ignition key can also activate the emergency flashers, turn signals and all electrical switches and buttons. Park Position (P) In the PARK position, the taillight and running lights, taillight, and instrument lights illuminate. P (Park) Before starting the engine, read the instructions for starting the engine beginning on page 72. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position (see page 48) you can be removed. You can be removed. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Ignition Switch The ignition switch energizes the ignition...
Owners Manual
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... momentary passing beam. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Left Handlebar Controls Fast Idle Lever The fast idle lever increases the engine idle speed when starting a cold engine (see page 72). To cancel the turn signals, push the switch in, toward the rear of the switch. 3 4 Turn Signal Switch The turn signal switch activates and cancels the turn signals cancel automatically at speeds above 6 miles per hour (9.6 kilometers per hour). 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 5 Fast Idle Lever Headlamp High/Low Beam Switch Turn Signal Switch Horn Button Multi-Function Display...
... momentary passing beam. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Left Handlebar Controls Fast Idle Lever The fast idle lever increases the engine idle speed when starting a cold engine (see page 72). To cancel the turn signals, push the switch in, toward the rear of the switch. 3 4 Turn Signal Switch The turn signal switch activates and cancels the turn signals cancel automatically at speeds above 6 miles per hour (9.6 kilometers per hour). 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 5 Fast Idle Lever Headlamp High/Low Beam Switch Turn Signal Switch Horn Button Multi-Function Display...
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...). INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Right Handlebar Controls Engine Stop/Run Switch The engine stop /run switch is in the RUN position and the transmission is in neutral or the clutch is in the STOP position. Starter Button The starter button works only when the engine stop /run switch to start or run when the switch is disengaged. Engine Stop/Run Switch Emergency Flasher Switch Starter Button Throttle Control Grip Multi-Function Display MODE Button For complete engine starting procedures, see "Starting the Engine" on...
...). INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Right Handlebar Controls Engine Stop/Run Switch The engine stop /run switch is in the RUN position and the transmission is in neutral or the clutch is in the STOP position. Starter Button The starter button works only when the engine stop /run switch to start or run when the switch is disengaged. Engine Stop/Run Switch Emergency Flasher Switch Starter Button Throttle Control Grip Multi-Function Display MODE Button For complete engine starting procedures, see "Starting the Engine" on...
Owners Manual
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... OPERATION Shifting Gears WARNING The clutch must be fully disengaged (clutch lever pulled completely in toward the handlebars) before you to shift to a higher gear by depressing the rear of the pedal with your heel or by lifting the front of the pedal with your toe. Forced shifting (shifting without the clutch disengaged) may damage the engine, transmission and drive train, causing loss of control of...
... OPERATION Shifting Gears WARNING The clutch must be fully disengaged (clutch lever pulled completely in toward the handlebars) before you to shift to a higher gear by depressing the rear of the pedal with your heel or by lifting the front of the pedal with your toe. Forced shifting (shifting without the clutch disengaged) may damage the engine, transmission and drive train, causing loss of control of...
Owners Manual
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... its own, guide the motorcycle to lose traction. In either in neutral, shift into neutral. To stop the engine, set the engine stop/run switch to the STOP position, turn the ignition switch to a complete stop , if it is at a complete stop either case, you may damage the engine and the transmission or cause the rear wheel to a safe location off the road and away from...
... its own, guide the motorcycle to lose traction. In either in neutral, shift into neutral. To stop the engine, set the engine stop/run switch to the STOP position, turn the ignition switch to a complete stop , if it is at a complete stop either case, you may damage the engine and the transmission or cause the rear wheel to a safe location off the road and away from...
Owners Manual
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... the swing arm, check the swing arm pivot nut torque. Torque: 85 ft-lbs (115 Nm) 2. MAINTENANCE Rear Suspension Inspect Swing Arm and Rear Axle 1. Reinstall the pivot nut covers. 3. Make sure the suspension moves freely without binding. 4. Use an appropriate motorcycle lift or a block of the ground. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings and rear axle (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an...
... the swing arm, check the swing arm pivot nut torque. Torque: 85 ft-lbs (115 Nm) 2. MAINTENANCE Rear Suspension Inspect Swing Arm and Rear Axle 1. Reinstall the pivot nut covers. 3. Make sure the suspension moves freely without binding. 4. Use an appropriate motorcycle lift or a block of the ground. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings and rear axle (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an...
Owners Manual
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WARNING Spokes adjusted or replaced improperly could distort the wheel, make the motorcycle difficult to side or up and down. MAINTENANCE Check Wheel Spokes If your motorcycle is equipped with spokes, inspect both wheels for loose, bent, broken or missing spokes. Tighten loose spokes or replace bent, broken or missing spokes (see an authorized VICTORY dealer). All spokes should be equally tight and have the same amount of control. 120 To identify loose spokes, grasp each spoke and try to move it side to handle, and cause loss of flex.
WARNING Spokes adjusted or replaced improperly could distort the wheel, make the motorcycle difficult to side or up and down. MAINTENANCE Check Wheel Spokes If your motorcycle is equipped with spokes, inspect both wheels for loose, bent, broken or missing spokes. Tighten loose spokes or replace bent, broken or missing spokes (see an authorized VICTORY dealer). All spokes should be equally tight and have the same amount of control. 120 To identify loose spokes, grasp each spoke and try to move it side to handle, and cause loss of flex.
Owners Manual
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... a special cleaner. Soak the cloth or sponge in the detergent and water solution frequently to provide plenty of mild detergent and warm water, applying minimal pressure as these materials, you apply. Repairing Painted Surface Damage After cleaning the motorcycle, inspect it for washing, and keep... solution of soapy water for damage to the painted surfaces. Let the detergent do the cleaning, not the pressure you may cause dirt, sand, or other foreign materials on clear plastic and follow the manufacturer's instructions when using special cleaners. S Insects, oil, tar, and ...
... a special cleaner. Soak the cloth or sponge in the detergent and water solution frequently to provide plenty of mild detergent and warm water, applying minimal pressure as these materials, you apply. Repairing Painted Surface Damage After cleaning the motorcycle, inspect it for washing, and keep... solution of soapy water for damage to the painted surfaces. Let the detergent do the cleaning, not the pressure you may cause dirt, sand, or other foreign materials on clear plastic and follow the manufacturer's instructions when using special cleaners. S Insects, oil, tar, and ...
Owners Manual
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... electric starter button to the top of clean motor oil into each spark plug. Settled carbon deposits can cause engine damage. 2. You don't need to pass the stabilized fuel through entire fuel-injection system. Using a mixture of fuel and the recommended amount of VICTORY Premium Carbon Clean Plus or other gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank only to crank the engine a few times. Start and run switch...
... electric starter button to the top of clean motor oil into each spark plug. Settled carbon deposits can cause engine damage. 2. You don't need to pass the stabilized fuel through entire fuel-injection system. Using a mixture of fuel and the recommended amount of VICTORY Premium Carbon Clean Plus or other gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank only to crank the engine a few times. Start and run switch...
Owners Manual
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... cubic centimeters; WARRANTIES Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the motorcycle owner, you should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. As the motorcycle owner, you are responsible for the performance of 30,000 kilometers (18,641 miles), if the motorcycle's engine displacement is 280 cubic centimeters or greater; The warranty repairs should contact VICTORY Motorcycle Division, Polaris Sales Inc...
... cubic centimeters; WARRANTIES Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the motorcycle owner, you should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. As the motorcycle owner, you are responsible for the performance of 30,000 kilometers (18,641 miles), if the motorcycle's engine displacement is 280 cubic centimeters or greater; The warranty repairs should contact VICTORY Motorcycle Division, Polaris Sales Inc...
Owners Manual
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... Suspension ...64, 100-101 Fuel ...20 Fuel Cap ...51 Fuel Components ...58 D Defects ...30 Drain Plug ...87 Drive Belt ...65, 92-94 Drive Belt Condition ...92 Drive Belt Tension ...92-94 Drive Sprocket ...91 Drive Sprocket Nut ...91 C Carrying a Passenger ...12 Carrying Cargo ...16 Changing Engine Oil ...87-88 E Electrical Equipment ...55-56 Emergency Flasher Switch ...48 Emergency Flashers ...56 164 B Battery ...125-128 Battery Charging ...127 Battery Installation ...128 Battery Removal ...126 Brake Fluid ...112-115 Brake Fluid...
... Suspension ...64, 100-101 Fuel ...20 Fuel Cap ...51 Fuel Components ...58 D Defects ...30 Drain Plug ...87 Drive Belt ...65, 92-94 Drive Belt Condition ...92 Drive Belt Tension ...92-94 Drive Sprocket ...91 Drive Sprocket Nut ...91 C Carrying a Passenger ...12 Carrying Cargo ...16 Changing Engine Oil ...87-88 E Electrical Equipment ...55-56 Emergency Flasher Switch ...48 Emergency Flashers ...56 164 B Battery ...125-128 Battery Charging ...127 Battery Installation ...128 Battery Removal ...126 Brake Fluid ...112-115 Brake Fluid...
Owners Manual
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... Ignition Key ...36 Ignition Key Number ...35 Ignition Switch ...37 Indicator Lights ...39-40 Initial Maintenance ...83 Instrument Cluster ...38, 55 Instrument Cluster Light Dimmer ...43 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...36-53 INTRODUCTION ...5 N INDEX Neutral Indicator ...39 Noise Emission Warranty ...145 Noise Regulation ...145 O Odometer ...41 Oil ...87-89 Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick ...88 Oil Filter ...87-88 Oil Level ...57, 88-89 Oil Specifications ...160 OPERATION ...68-81 G Gasoline ...20 Gear Shift Pedal ...50, 117 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...14-15 L Light Switch ...51 Low Fuel...
... Ignition Key ...36 Ignition Key Number ...35 Ignition Switch ...37 Indicator Lights ...39-40 Initial Maintenance ...83 Instrument Cluster ...38, 55 Instrument Cluster Light Dimmer ...43 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS ...36-53 INTRODUCTION ...5 N INDEX Neutral Indicator ...39 Noise Emission Warranty ...145 Noise Regulation ...145 O Odometer ...41 Oil ...87-89 Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick ...88 Oil Filter ...87-88 Oil Level ...57, 88-89 Oil Specifications ...160 OPERATION ...68-81 G Gasoline ...20 Gear Shift Pedal ...50, 117 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...14-15 L Light Switch ...51 Low Fuel...
Owners Manual
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... Engine ...72-73 Steering ...64, 100-101 Steering Lock ...36 Stop/Run Switch ...48, 56 Stopping the Engine ...79 STORAGE ...141-144 Suspension, Front ...64, 100-101 Suspension, Rear ...65, 97-99 Swing Arm ...99 Symbols and Terms ...6 T Tire Condition ...59, 119 Tire Pressure ...118 Tire Pressure Table ...118 Tire Tread Depth ...59, 119 Tires ...59, 118-119 Transporting the Motorcycle ...17 Trip Odometer ...41 Turn Signal Indicators ...40 Turn Signal Switch ...46 Turn Signals ...56 Repairing Painted...
... Engine ...72-73 Steering ...64, 100-101 Steering Lock ...36 Stop/Run Switch ...48, 56 Stopping the Engine ...79 STORAGE ...141-144 Suspension, Front ...64, 100-101 Suspension, Rear ...65, 97-99 Swing Arm ...99 Symbols and Terms ...6 T Tire Condition ...59, 119 Tire Pressure ...118 Tire Pressure Table ...118 Tire Tread Depth ...59, 119 Tires ...59, 118-119 Transporting the Motorcycle ...17 Trip Odometer ...41 Turn Signal Indicators ...40 Turn Signal Switch ...46 Turn Signals ...56 Repairing Painted...