2011 Polaris Cross Country Owners Manual - Page 43

Pre-Ride Inspections Tires Tire Pressure Check tire pressure before riding, when the tires are cold. This will provide the most accurate reading, as riding warms the tires and increases tire air pressure. Adjust tire pressure as needed based on the total weight of your intended load. See page 74. Tire Condition Inspect the tire sidewalls, road contact surface and tread base. If inspection reveals cuts, punctures, cracks or other wear or damage, replace the tire before riding. Tire Tread Depth Measure the tread depth near the center of the tread on both tires. See page 73. Replace any tire with a tread depth of less than 1/16″ (1.7 mm). Front Brake Lever 1. Pull the front brake lever toward the Minimum Level handlebar and hold it. The lever should move freely and smoothly. It should not move more than 3/4 inch (19 mm) before resistance is firm. It should continue to feel firm, without loss of pressure, until the lever is released. 2. Release the lever. It should return to its rest position quickly when released. 3. If the front brake lever fails to perform Resistance at 3/4 inch (19 mm) as stated, service the brake lever before riding. 4. See page 33 for front brake lever reach adjustments. Front Brake Fluid Level 1. Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright position. Position the handlebars so that the fluid reservoir is level. 2. View the fluid level through the sight glass. The fluid should be clear. Replace cloudy or contaminated fluid. 3. The fluid level should be at or above the top of the sight glass. Add brake fluid if necessary. See page 72. 39