Maintenance, Front suspension and steering, Warning – Polaris 2004 Victory Vegas User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Front Suspension and Steering

Care should be taken to be sure the motorcycle will not tip or fall while elevated. Severe personal
injury or death may occur if the motorcycle tips or falls.

WARNING

Check Front Forks

1. To check the front suspension, straddle the motorcycle and bring it to

a vertical position.

2. Apply the front brake and push down hard on the handlebars several

times. The front suspension should operate smoothly and quietly.

3. Place the motorcycle on the sidestand and inspect the front forks.

Make sure there is no fork oil present on the fork tube (1) or around

the fork seal (2).

4. Clean the fork tubes as required to remove bugs, tar, or buildup which

may cause seal wear or leakage.

Replace Front Fork Oil

Front fork oil condition and level is associated with front suspension

performance and internal component wear. For fork oil replacement

procedures and special tools required, see the VICTORY Service Manual

or contact an authorized VICTORY dealer.

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