Pre-operation check, Check brakes, Check throttle control grip and cables – Polaris 2004 Victory Vegas User Manual

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PRE-OPERATION CHECK

Check Brakes

Check Hoses and Connections

Inspect all brake hoses and connections for dampness or stains

from leaking or dried fluid. Tighten any leaking connections and

replace components as necessary.

Check Brake Pads

Look at the front brake caliper pads at (1), and at rear rear brake

caliper pads at (2). You should see at least 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of

friction material on each of the brake pads (see page 115). If in

doubt, measure remaining friction material. Replace brake pads

having less than the specified amount of friction material at their

thinnest point.

Check Throttle Control Grip and Cables

1. Rotate the throttle control grip. It should rotate smoothly

from its rest position to its completely open position and

back again. It should return to its rest position quickly when

released.

2. Throttle freeplay, the amount of throttle control grip

movement from the rest position to the point of cable

resistance, should be 1/8-1/4 inch (3-6 mm).

3. Adjust throttle cable freeplay if necessary (see page 104).

1/8--1/4 inch

(3--6 mm)

1. Front Brake Pad

Friction Material

2. Rear Brake Pad

Friction Material

2

1

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