2013 Polaris Vegas 8-Ball Owners Manual - Page 39

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Pre-Ride Inspections Front Suspension Inspect the front forks for oil leaks or damage, and verify smooth suspension operation. See page 55. Steering On level ground, straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright position. Turn the handlebars from stop to stop. The action should be smooth but not loose. Make sure wires, hoses and control cables do not interfere with smooth steering. Rear Suspension Proper rear suspension adjustment is essential for a safe and comfortable ride. Check rear shock absorber movement and preload to ensure the correct amount of suspension travel and ground clearance. See page 53. WARNING! Inadequate ground clearance could result in components contacting the ground, causing loss of control resulting in serious injury or death. Always ensure ground clearance is at specification. Drive Belt 1. Check drive belt tension. See page 48. The drive belt should fit tightly. Tip: The drive belt system must be cool, clean and dry to accurately measure belt tension (deflection). Do not measure belt tension when the belt or drive system is wet, or when it is hot (such as immediately after riding). 2. Inspect drive belt condition. If you discover cracks, broken teeth or frayed edges, replace the drive belt before riding. See the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized VICTORY dealer. 37

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Pre-Ride Inspections
Front Suspension
Inspect the front forks for oil leaks or damage, and verify smooth suspension operation. See
page 55.
Steering
On level ground, straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright position. Turn the
handlebars from stop to stop. The action should be smooth but not loose. Make sure wires,
hoses and control cables do not interfere with smooth steering.
Rear Suspension
Proper rear suspension adjustment is essential for a safe and comfortable ride. Check rear
shock absorber movement and preload to ensure the correct amount of suspension travel and
ground clearance. See page 53.
WARNING!
Inadequate ground clearance could result in components contacting the ground, causing
loss of control resulting in serious injury or death. Always ensure ground clearance is at specification.
Drive Belt
1.
Check drive belt tension. See page 48. The drive belt should fit tightly.
Tip:
The drive belt system must be cool, clean and dry to accurately measure belt tension (deflection).
Do not measure belt tension when the belt or drive system is wet, or when it is hot (such as imme-
diately after riding).
2.
Inspect drive belt condition. If you discover cracks, broken teeth or frayed edges, replace
the drive belt before riding. See the
VICTORY Service Manual
or your authorized
VICTORY dealer.