2013 Polaris Ness Signature Series Cross Country Tour Owners Manual - Page 41

Pre-Ride Inspections Turn the ignition key to the ON position and move the stop/run switch to RUN before performing the following electrical inspections. Return the ignition key to the OFF position after completing these inspections. If inspection of any electrical item reveals component failure, repair or replace the component before operating the motorcycle. Item Electrical Headlamp Inspection Procedure Switch to high beam. Verify that the high beam indicator comes on and that lamp brightness increases. Taillight/Brakelight Verify that the taillight and license plate light illuminate. Verify that the taillight lamps increase in brightness when the front brake lever is applied and also when the rear brake pedal is applied. Turn Signals Move the turn signal switch to the left. Verify that front and rear left turn signals flash, as well as the corresponding light on the indicator panel. Push the switch inward to cancel the signal. Verify that the signals and the indicator light stop flashing. Repeat the procedure for the right turn signals. Emergency Flashers Press the top of the hazard switch to turn the flashers on. Verify that all four turn signals flash, as well as the lamps on the indicator panel. Turn the flashers off. Verify that all signals and indicator lamps stop flashing. Horn Press the horn button. Verify that the horn sounds loudly. Neutral Indicator Place the transmission in neutral. Verify that the neutral indicator lamp illuminates and that the letter "N" displays in the gear position display. CROSS COUNTRY Verify that the low oil pressure lamp illuminates. Start the engine and verify that Low Oil Pressure the low oil pressure lamp goes off. Indicator CROSS ROADS Start the engine. Verify that the low oil pressure display goes off in the multiLow Oil Pressure function display. Display Engine Stop/Run Start the engine. Move the stop/run switch to the STOP position. Verify that the Switch engine stops. Attempt to restart the engine to verify that the engine WILL NOT start. General Engine Oil Level Check the oil level on the dipstick. Fuel Level View the fuel gauge or information bar. Tires Inspect condition, pressure and tread depth. Brake Operation Inspect pedal and lever movement. Brake Fluid Levels Check front and rear brake fluid levels. Brake Components Inspect hoses, connections, brake pads. Throttle Inspect hand grip and throttle freeplay. Clutch (Mechanical) Check lever operation and freeplay. Front Suspension Check for leaks, debris and damage. Steering Check for smooth operation. Rear Suspension Check shock movement and air pressure, verify ground clearance. Drive Belt Check for wear, damage, proper deflection. Sidestand Verify smooth operation, inspect pivot bolt, spring and pad. Fasteners Inspect for loose, damaged or missing fasteners. Mirrors Adjust for proper rear view. 39