2009 Polaris Hammer Owners Manual - Page 138

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Sidestand MAINTENANCE Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position. Move the sidestand to its stored (up) position, then to its fully extended (down) position, and back again. It should move smoothly and quietly. When the sidestand is in its stored position, the sidestand return spring should hold the sidestand tightly against the motorcycle. If the sidestand is bent, it should be replaced immediately. Notice Do not try to straighten a bent sidestand. The sidestand will be weakened, and may not be able to support the motorcycle. 1 3 2 Inspect Sidestand Pad Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position. Move the sidestand (1) to its stored (up) position, then to its fully extended (down) position and back again. It should move smoothly and quietly. When the sidestand is in its stored position, the sidestand return spring should hold the sidestand tightly against the motorcycle. Check the condition of the sidestand rubber pad (2), and make sure it's firmly attached to the sidestand. Check the wear indicator (3) on the leading edge of the sidestand rubber pad. Replace the pad if worn beyond the WEAR LIMIT line on the pad. Leading Edge Trailing Edge Front of Motorcycle 1. Sidestand 2. Rubber Pad Wear 3. Wear Indicator 133

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MAINTENANCE
Sidestand
Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position. Move the sidestand to its stored (up) position, then to its
fully extended (down) position, and back again. It should move smoothly and quietly. When the sidestand is in its
stored position, the sidestand return spring should hold the sidestand tightly against the motorcycle.
If the sidestand is bent, it should be replaced immediately.
Notice
Do not try to straighten a bent sidestand. The sidestand
will be weakened, and may not be able to support the
motorcycle.
Inspect Sidestand Pad
Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position. Move the
sidestand (1) to its stored (up) position, then to its fully extended
(down) position and back again. It should move smoothly and
quietly. When the sidestand is in its stored position, the sidestand
return spring should hold the sidestand tightly against the
motorcycle.
Check the condition of the sidestand rubber pad (2), and make sure
it’s firmly attached to the sidestand. Check the wear indicator (3) on
the leading edge of the sidestand rubber pad. Replace the pad if worn
beyond the WEAR LIMIT line on the pad.
Front of Motorcycle
Trailing Edge
Leading Edge
2
1
3
1. Sidestand
2. Rubber Pad Wear
3. Wear Indicator