Owners Manual
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... in handling, acceleration and braking caused by the additional weight of the passenger. If the sidestand is unaware of safe riding procedures may distract you or the seat strap with a passenger seat or passenger footrests. To carry a passenger safely, do so can cause loss of control. Do not carry a passenger who is reduced when the motorcycle leans. S If necessary, adjust the rear shock...
... in handling, acceleration and braking caused by the additional weight of the passenger. If the sidestand is unaware of safe riding procedures may distract you or the seat strap with a passenger seat or passenger footrests. To carry a passenger safely, do so can cause loss of control. Do not carry a passenger who is reduced when the motorcycle leans. S If necessary, adjust the rear shock...
Owners Manual
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..., exhaust, and drive belt. SAFETY Loosen screw, slide turn signal mounts and slide them up KINGPIN VEGAS 19 Gasoline is a fire hazard and it remains upright on the truck or trailer, as towing will impair the motorcycle's steering and handling, which can also damage the motorcycle's finish. Do not tow the motorcycle with tiedowns around the fork tubes above the lower triple clamp. S Place the transmission in neutral...
..., exhaust, and drive belt. SAFETY Loosen screw, slide turn signal mounts and slide them up KINGPIN VEGAS 19 Gasoline is a fire hazard and it remains upright on the truck or trailer, as towing will impair the motorcycle's steering and handling, which can also damage the motorcycle's finish. Do not tow the motorcycle with tiedowns around the fork tubes above the lower triple clamp. S Place the transmission in neutral...
Owners Manual
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... loss of engine power or lights or damage to operate controls. - S Do not install electrical accessories that it does not: - Never install higher wattage light bulbs than those supplied as original equipment. An improperly designed or installed windshield, backrest or luggage rack can cause instability (due to add a windshield, backrest or luggage rack, choose one designed and approved by VICTORY specifically for your...
... loss of engine power or lights or damage to operate controls. - S Do not install electrical accessories that it does not: - Never install higher wattage light bulbs than those supplied as original equipment. An improperly designed or installed windshield, backrest or luggage rack can cause instability (due to add a windshield, backrest or luggage rack, choose one designed and approved by VICTORY specifically for your...
Owners Manual
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... replacement tire and see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact your authorized VICTORY Dealer for fork oil or shock absorber fluid leaks. Operating the motorcycle with improper tire pressure or tread condition, or improper wheel or tire balance, can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control. To repair steering or suspension system wear or damage, see the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized VICTORY Dealer. 22 S Perform...
... replacement tire and see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact your authorized VICTORY Dealer for fork oil or shock absorber fluid leaks. Operating the motorcycle with improper tire pressure or tread condition, or improper wheel or tire balance, can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control. To repair steering or suspension system wear or damage, see the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized VICTORY Dealer. 22 S Perform...
Owners Manual
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Front Fork Front Turn Signal Headlight Speedometer Air Filter Spark Plug (2) Ignition Switch Left Side Cover Battery (under side cover) Taillight Rear Turn Signal Rear Axle Adjuster (1 each side) Rear Brake Caliper Passenger's Foot Rest (passenger models) Evaporative Canister (California Models) Oil Filter Oil Drain Plug (on bottom of crankcase) Sidestand Operator's Foot Rest Gear Shift Lever Front Brake Caliper 4 3 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 5 6 7 8 2 1 9 10 11 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 35 Left Side - KINGPIN Models 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12...
Front Fork Front Turn Signal Headlight Speedometer Air Filter Spark Plug (2) Ignition Switch Left Side Cover Battery (under side cover) Taillight Rear Turn Signal Rear Axle Adjuster (1 each side) Rear Brake Caliper Passenger's Foot Rest (passenger models) Evaporative Canister (California Models) Oil Filter Oil Drain Plug (on bottom of crankcase) Sidestand Operator's Foot Rest Gear Shift Lever Front Brake Caliper 4 3 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 5 6 7 8 2 1 9 10 11 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 35 Left Side - KINGPIN Models 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12...
Owners Manual
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... other electrical features. You can start the engine. On flashers, turn signals and all electrical circuits are inactive and the ignition key can be removed. NOTE: Before starting the engine, read the instructions for starting the engine beginning on page 71. 3 Off Position 2 In the OFF position, all electrical switches and buttons. The headlight, taillight, and instrument lights illuminate. Ignition Key INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS The ignition key operates the ignition switch and parking lights. With the engine stop/run switch set...
... other electrical features. You can start the engine. On flashers, turn signals and all electrical circuits are inactive and the ignition key can be removed. NOTE: Before starting the engine, read the instructions for starting the engine beginning on page 71. 3 Off Position 2 In the OFF position, all electrical switches and buttons. The headlight, taillight, and instrument lights illuminate. Ignition Key INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS The ignition key operates the ignition switch and parking lights. With the engine stop/run switch set...
Owners Manual
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... in the ON position. The display changes to zero. 40 Odometer / Trip Odometer 3. The trip odometer shows total miles traveled since the trip odometer was reset. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster The instrument cluster includes the speedometer, the tachometer (accessory) and the multi-function display. 1. Press the reset button (3). Trip Odometer A trip odometer is included on the lower portion of...
... in the ON position. The display changes to zero. 40 Odometer / Trip Odometer 3. The trip odometer shows total miles traveled since the trip odometer was reset. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster The instrument cluster includes the speedometer, the tachometer (accessory) and the multi-function display. 1. Press the reset button (3). Trip Odometer A trip odometer is included on the lower portion of...
Owners Manual
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... that prevents the engine from starting when the transmission is in gear and the clutch is released. To cancel a signal manually, move the switch to activate the left turn signal switch left or right and hold it gradually. To engage the clutch, gradually release the lever. Left Handlebar Controls Turn Signal Switch Operation INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS The ignition key must be in the ON or PARK position and the engine stop/run switch must be in...
... that prevents the engine from starting when the transmission is in gear and the clutch is released. To cancel a signal manually, move the switch to activate the left turn signal switch left or right and hold it gradually. To engage the clutch, gradually release the lever. Left Handlebar Controls Turn Signal Switch Operation INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS The ignition key must be in the ON or PARK position and the engine stop/run switch must be in...
Owners Manual
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... idle speed position. 1. 2. 3. 4. 4 Engine Stop/Run Switch Starter Button Throttle Control Grip Brake Lever Front Brake Lever The front brake lever is disengaged. To increase engine speed, twist the throttle control grip toward the handlebar. For braking procedures in neutral or the clutch is located on the far side of the engine stop /run switch completes or interrupts the ignition, starter, and fuel pump circuits. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Right Handlebar Controls Engine Stop/Run Switch The engine stop /run switch (RUN position). The engine should not start...
... idle speed position. 1. 2. 3. 4. 4 Engine Stop/Run Switch Starter Button Throttle Control Grip Brake Lever Front Brake Lever The front brake lever is disengaged. To increase engine speed, twist the throttle control grip toward the handlebar. For braking procedures in neutral or the clutch is located on the far side of the engine stop /run switch completes or interrupts the ignition, starter, and fuel pump circuits. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Right Handlebar Controls Engine Stop/Run Switch The engine stop /run switch (RUN position). The engine should not start...
Owners Manual
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... two removable side covers. Lift the key slot cover (1) on the cap. Remove key and close the fuel cap, turn key clockwise and press down lightly to access the fuses and the rear brake fluid reservoir. Be sure rubber grommets are in place before reversing the above procedure to access the battery. A solution of the side cover out slightly until tab (1) is equipped with the ignition key. Remove the...
... two removable side covers. Lift the key slot cover (1) on the cap. Remove key and close the fuel cap, turn key clockwise and press down lightly to access the fuses and the rear brake fluid reservoir. Be sure rubber grommets are in place before reversing the above procedure to access the battery. A solution of the side cover out slightly until tab (1) is equipped with the ignition key. Remove the...
Owners Manual
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Headlight Check the headlight to see that it is on the electrical equipment, set the ignition switch to the ON position. Apply slight pressure to the rear brake pedal; Apply slight pressure to the front brake lever; taillight brightness should illuminate. If the transmission is started. Taillight / Brake Light With the ignition switch in neutral, the neutral indicator should remain illuminated. Indicator Lights The low oil pressure indicator should illuminate until the...
Headlight Check the headlight to see that it is on the electrical equipment, set the ignition switch to the ON position. Apply slight pressure to the rear brake pedal; Apply slight pressure to the front brake lever; taillight brightness should illuminate. If the transmission is started. Taillight / Brake Light With the ignition switch in neutral, the neutral indicator should remain illuminated. Indicator Lights The low oil pressure indicator should illuminate until the...
Owners Manual
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... total weight of your intended load. Replace damaged tires immediately (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). When the road contact surface has worn to the decal on the motorcycle. Tire Tread Depth Raised areas at the base of the wear bars, replace the tire. 55 Tires Tire Pressure PRE-OPERATION CHECK Normal riding warms the tires and increases the tire air pressure. See...
... total weight of your intended load. Replace damaged tires immediately (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). When the road contact surface has worn to the decal on the motorcycle. Tire Tread Depth Raised areas at the base of the wear bars, replace the tire. 55 Tires Tire Pressure PRE-OPERATION CHECK Normal riding warms the tires and increases the tire air pressure. See...
Owners Manual
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... or backward freely while the clutch is in toward the handlebars) before you attempt to a lower gear, depress the pedal with your toe. Shifting Gears WARNING OPERATION The clutch must be fully disengaged (clutch lever pulled completely in neutral. 73 To shift to shift gears. Forced shifting (shifting without the clutch disengaged) may damage the engine, transmission and drive train, causing loss of control of the motorcycle. The motorcycle...
... or backward freely while the clutch is in toward the handlebars) before you attempt to a lower gear, depress the pedal with your toe. Shifting Gears WARNING OPERATION The clutch must be fully disengaged (clutch lever pulled completely in neutral. 73 To shift to shift gears. Forced shifting (shifting without the clutch disengaged) may damage the engine, transmission and drive train, causing loss of control of the motorcycle. The motorcycle...
Owners Manual
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... engine and the transmission or cause the rear wheel to lose traction. NOTE: Idle air control (IAC) noise is turned off the road and away from traffic. 78 In either in neutral, shift into the STOP position or when the key is a normal engine management calibration process that occurs each time the engine stop/run switch to the STOP position, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, and remove the ignition key...
... engine and the transmission or cause the rear wheel to lose traction. NOTE: Idle air control (IAC) noise is turned off the road and away from traffic. 78 In either in neutral, shift into the STOP position or when the key is a normal engine management calibration process that occurs each time the engine stop/run switch to the STOP position, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, and remove the ignition key...
Owners Manual
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... rear wheel alignment after each adjustment. See Drive Belt Tension beginning on page 92. 6 98 On nut style adjusters: Use a deep 14mm socket to turn the axle adjuster screws (5). On screw style adjusters: Use a 17mm wrench to loosen lock nut (4), then an 8mm hexagonal wrench to turn at a time and monitor wheel alignment as you proceed. 5. MAINTENANCE Rear Wheel Alignment NOTE: Turn the axle adjusters...
... rear wheel alignment after each adjustment. See Drive Belt Tension beginning on page 92. 6 98 On nut style adjusters: Use a deep 14mm socket to turn the axle adjuster screws (5). On screw style adjusters: Use a 17mm wrench to loosen lock nut (4), then an 8mm hexagonal wrench to turn at a time and monitor wheel alignment as you proceed. 5. MAINTENANCE Rear Wheel Alignment NOTE: Turn the axle adjusters...
Owners Manual
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... rear axle, inspect the wheel bearings and rear axle (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 4. Use an appropriate motorcycle lift or a block of the ground. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings, rear axle, belt adjustment, and wheels alignment (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 5. With the transmission in the operator's seat and slowly bounce the rear suspension a few times. Sit in neutral...
... rear axle, inspect the wheel bearings and rear axle (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 4. Use an appropriate motorcycle lift or a block of the ground. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings, rear axle, belt adjustment, and wheels alignment (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 5. With the transmission in the operator's seat and slowly bounce the rear suspension a few times. Sit in neutral...
Owners Manual
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MAINTENANCE WARNING Front Suspension and Steering Care should be smooth but not loose or interfered with by wires, hoses, or control cables. 3. Use an appropriate motorcycle lift or a block of the ground. The action should be taken to be inspected, lubricated, and ad- Point the front wheel straight ahead. Grasp the front tire and attempt to move the front wheel front-to -back...
MAINTENANCE WARNING Front Suspension and Steering Care should be smooth but not loose or interfered with by wires, hoses, or control cables. 3. Use an appropriate motorcycle lift or a block of the ground. The action should be taken to be inspected, lubricated, and ad- Point the front wheel straight ahead. Grasp the front tire and attempt to move the front wheel front-to -back...
Owners Manual
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..., routing fuel supply hose to the fuel rail by squeezing both release buttons (3) simultaneously. Carefully remove the fuel tank. Lift the fuel tank and unplug the fuel pump wire harness at the fuel rail. Be prepared to the electric fuel pump located inside the fuel tank. For fuel filter replacement procedures and special tools required, see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact an authorized VICTORY dealer. 108 Reinstall the fuel tank mounting screws. With the engine and exhaust cool, wrap...
..., routing fuel supply hose to the fuel rail by squeezing both release buttons (3) simultaneously. Carefully remove the fuel tank. Lift the fuel tank and unplug the fuel pump wire harness at the fuel rail. Be prepared to the electric fuel pump located inside the fuel tank. For fuel filter replacement procedures and special tools required, see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact an authorized VICTORY dealer. 108 Reinstall the fuel tank mounting screws. With the engine and exhaust cool, wrap...
Owners Manual
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... regulations of time, not to exceed 30 days. VICTORY recommends that you retain all scheduled maintenance. VICTORY Motorcycle Division, Polaris Sales Inc. - If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should be completed in your owner's manual. of 18,000 kilometers (11,185 miles), if the motorcycle's engine displacement is equal or greater than 170 cubic centimeters; WARRANTIES Owner's Warranty...
... regulations of time, not to exceed 30 days. VICTORY recommends that you retain all scheduled maintenance. VICTORY Motorcycle Division, Polaris Sales Inc. - If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should be completed in your owner's manual. of 18,000 kilometers (11,185 miles), if the motorcycle's engine displacement is equal or greater than 170 cubic centimeters; WARRANTIES Owner's Warranty...
Owners Manual
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... Starter Button ...46 Starting the Engine ...71-72 Steering ...64, 105-106 Stop/Run Switch ...46, 52 Stopping the Engine ...78 Suspension, Front ...64, 105-106 Suspension, Rear ...65, 101-104 Swing Arm ...104 Symbols and Terms ...5 S T Tachometer ...41 Taillight / Brake Light ...51 Test Drive ...143 Throttle ...109-110 Throttle Control Cables ...61, 109 Throttle Control Grip ...46, 61, 109 Throttle Freeplay Adjustment ...110 Tilt Sensor ...72 Tire Condition ...55, 128 Tire Pressure ...55, 127 Tire Pressure...
... Starter Button ...46 Starting the Engine ...71-72 Steering ...64, 105-106 Stop/Run Switch ...46, 52 Stopping the Engine ...78 Suspension, Front ...64, 105-106 Suspension, Rear ...65, 101-104 Swing Arm ...104 Symbols and Terms ...5 S T Tachometer ...41 Taillight / Brake Light ...51 Test Drive ...143 Throttle ...109-110 Throttle Control Cables ...61, 109 Throttle Control Grip ...46, 61, 109 Throttle Freeplay Adjustment ...110 Tilt Sensor ...72 Tire Condition ...55, 128 Tire Pressure ...55, 127 Tire Pressure...