Polaris 2009 Victory Vegas - Manual (Page 11)

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SAFETY
Safe Riding Practices
Improper use of this motorcycle can result in serious injury or death to you, your passenger and others.
To minimize the risk of injury, read and understand the information contained in this section before
operating the motorcycle. This section contains safety information specific to the VICTORY motorcycle,
as well as information about general motorcycle safety. Anyone who uses the motorcycle (operators and
passengers) must follow these safety precautions.
WARNING
Motorcycling has inherent risks. You can minimize those risks, but you can’t eliminate them completely. Even if
you’re an experienced motorcycle operator or passenger, read all of the information in this safety section before
operating the motorcycle.
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Your ability to safely operate the motorcycle depends on your judgment and your use of safe riding habits. Take a
rider education course from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation or another qualified instructor. The course will
help you develop or refresh your expertise in safe riding habits through instruction and riding. For information on
Motorcycle Safety Foundation rider education courses in your area, call 1-800-446-9227 or visit their homepage
at http://msf-usa.org.
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Read and understand all information in this owner’s manual. It contains safety information specific to individual
components and operations.
S Pay close attention to the motorcycle maintenance requirements in this manual. For additional information or
assistance with technical services specified in the manual or required by mechanical circumstances, see the
VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized VICTORY Dealer.