Owners Manual
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... the rear shock absorber preload according to handle, which can make the motorcycle hard to the instructions on the passenger footrests. Improper preload adjustment can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control. Discuss any safety information unfamiliar to compensate for a single rider only. S Do not tow a trailer. S Before riding, be sure your passenger. To carry a passenger safely...
... the rear shock absorber preload according to handle, which can make the motorcycle hard to the instructions on the passenger footrests. Improper preload adjustment can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control. Discuss any safety information unfamiliar to compensate for a single rider only. S Do not tow a trailer. S Before riding, be sure your passenger. To carry a passenger safely...
Owners Manual
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... control. Secure the rear of the fuel tank if the motorcycle leans to one side. S Place the transmission in neutral. SAFETY Loosen screw, slide turn signal mounts and slide them up KINGPIN VEGAS 19 Do not tow the motorcycle with tiedowns around the fork tubes above the lower triple clamp. Gasoline is a fire hazard and it remains upright on the truck or trailer, as gasoline may leak...
... control. Secure the rear of the fuel tank if the motorcycle leans to one side. S Place the transmission in neutral. SAFETY Loosen screw, slide turn signal mounts and slide them up KINGPIN VEGAS 19 Do not tow the motorcycle with tiedowns around the fork tubes above the lower triple clamp. Gasoline is a fire hazard and it remains upright on the truck or trailer, as gasoline may leak...
Owners Manual
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... reflectors. S If you from your model. S Do not install electrical accessories that exceed the capacity of engine power or lights or damage to add a windshield, backrest or luggage rack, choose one designed and approved by VICTORY specifically for proper installation and use. Follow the instructions for your normal riding position. - Reduce ground clearance when the motorcycle is responsible for determining that...
... reflectors. S If you from your model. S Do not install electrical accessories that exceed the capacity of engine power or lights or damage to add a windshield, backrest or luggage rack, choose one designed and approved by VICTORY specifically for proper installation and use. Follow the instructions for your normal riding position. - Reduce ground clearance when the motorcycle is responsible for determining that...
Owners Manual
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... approved replacement tire and see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact your authorized VICTORY Dealer for fork oil or shock absorber fluid leaks. Operating the motorcycle without performing periodic maintenance can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control. Regularly inspect the rear shock absorber and the front forks. S Maintain proper tire pressure and tread condition and proper wheel and tire balance. Inspect tires regularly and replace them...
... approved replacement tire and see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact your authorized VICTORY Dealer for fork oil or shock absorber fluid leaks. Operating the motorcycle without performing periodic maintenance can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control. Regularly inspect the rear shock absorber and the front forks. S Maintain proper tire pressure and tread condition and proper wheel and tire balance. Inspect tires regularly and replace them...
Owners Manual
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Front Fork Front Turn Signal Headlight Speedometer Air Filter Spark Plug (2) Ignition Switch Left Side Cover Battery (under side cover) Taillight Rear Turn Signal Rear Axle Adjuster (1 each side) Rear Brake Caliper Passenger's Foot Rest (passenger models) Evaporative Canister (California Models) Oil Filter Oil Drain Plug (on bottom of crankcase) Sidestand Operator's Foot Rest Gear Shift Lever Front Brake Caliper 4 3 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 5 6 7 8 2 1 9 10 11 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 35 KINGPIN Models 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14...
Front Fork Front Turn Signal Headlight Speedometer Air Filter Spark Plug (2) Ignition Switch Left Side Cover Battery (under side cover) Taillight Rear Turn Signal Rear Axle Adjuster (1 each side) Rear Brake Caliper Passenger's Foot Rest (passenger models) Evaporative Canister (California Models) Oil Filter Oil Drain Plug (on bottom of crankcase) Sidestand Operator's Foot Rest Gear Shift Lever Front Brake Caliper 4 3 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 5 6 7 8 2 1 9 10 11 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 35 KINGPIN Models 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14...
Owners Manual
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... and the ignition key can start the engine. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position (see 1. Ignition Key INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS The ignition key operates the ignition switch and parking lights. With the engine stop/run switch set to the OFF position and 1 remove the ignition key when leaving the motorcycle unattended. Ignition Switch The ignition switch energizes the ignition, the lighting system, and all other electrical features. The headlight, taillight, and instrument lights illuminate. You must push the ignition key into the switch while selecting...
... and the ignition key can start the engine. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position (see 1. Ignition Key INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS The ignition key operates the ignition switch and parking lights. With the engine stop/run switch set to the OFF position and 1 remove the ignition key when leaving the motorcycle unattended. Ignition Switch The ignition switch energizes the ignition, the lighting system, and all other electrical features. The headlight, taillight, and instrument lights illuminate. You must push the ignition key into the switch while selecting...
Owners Manual
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... toward the handlebar. Left Handlebar Controls Turn Signal Switch Operation INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS The ignition key must be in the ON or PARK position and the engine stop/run switch must be in the ON position to the center position and push it inward. NOTE: The motorcycle is equipped with a clutch interlock switch that prevents the engine from starting when the transmission is in that position for at...
... toward the handlebar. Left Handlebar Controls Turn Signal Switch Operation INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS The ignition key must be in the ON or PARK position and the engine stop/run switch must be in the ON position to the center position and push it inward. NOTE: The motorcycle is equipped with a clutch interlock switch that prevents the engine from starting when the transmission is in that position for at...
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... Engine, page 71. 3 Throttle Control Grip The throttle control grip controls the engine speed. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Right Handlebar Controls Engine Stop/Run Switch The engine stop/run switch is in the RUN position and the transmission is in neutral or the clutch is disengaged. To complete the circuits, allowing the engine to turn the engine off under either normal or emergency conditions. 1 2 Starter Button The starter button works only when the engine stop/run switch completes or interrupts the ignition, starter, and fuel pump...
... Engine, page 71. 3 Throttle Control Grip The throttle control grip controls the engine speed. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Right Handlebar Controls Engine Stop/Run Switch The engine stop/run switch is in the RUN position and the transmission is in neutral or the clutch is disengaged. To complete the circuits, allowing the engine to turn the engine off under either normal or emergency conditions. 1 2 Starter Button The starter button works only when the engine stop/run switch completes or interrupts the ignition, starter, and fuel pump...
Owners Manual
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... cover (1) on the cap and insert key. Turn clockwise while pushing down on the cap. Pull lower edge (2) out and then front edge (3) to access the fuses and the rear brake fluid reservoir. Remove key and close the fuel cap, turn key clockwise and press down lightly to release latch and open the cap. For fueling procedure, see Fueling and Fill Height, page 70. 1 Side Covers Your motorcycle is disengaged. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Fuel Cap The fuel cap...
... cover (1) on the cap and insert key. Turn clockwise while pushing down on the cap. Pull lower edge (2) out and then front edge (3) to access the fuses and the rear brake fluid reservoir. Remove key and close the fuel cap, turn key clockwise and press down lightly to release latch and open the cap. For fueling procedure, see Fueling and Fill Height, page 70. 1 Side Covers Your motorcycle is disengaged. INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Fuel Cap The fuel cap...
Owners Manual
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... high beam position. taillight brightness should illuminate. Headlight Check the headlight to the ON position. Taillight / Brake Light With the ignition switch in neutral, the neutral indicator should increase. Electrical Equipment PRE-OPERATION CHECK To perform a pre-operation check on the electrical equipment, set the ignition switch to see that it is on. Indicator Lights The low oil pressure indicator should illuminate. taillight brightness should remain illuminated...
... high beam position. taillight brightness should illuminate. Headlight Check the headlight to the ON position. Taillight / Brake Light With the ignition switch in neutral, the neutral indicator should increase. Electrical Equipment PRE-OPERATION CHECK To perform a pre-operation check on the electrical equipment, set the ignition switch to see that it is on. Indicator Lights The low oil pressure indicator should illuminate. taillight brightness should remain illuminated...
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.../Toe Shift Pedal Toe Shift Pedal Neutral position is engaged (clutch lever released). To shift to shift gears. The transmission is in neutral. 73 On six-speed models, the sixth gear is equipped with your toe, or depress the rear peg of the motorcycle. Forced shifting (shifting without the clutch disengaged) may damage the engine, transmission and drive train, causing loss of control of the pedal with either a five-speed or a six-speed transmission...
.../Toe Shift Pedal Toe Shift Pedal Neutral position is engaged (clutch lever released). To shift to shift gears. The transmission is in neutral. 73 On six-speed models, the sixth gear is equipped with your toe, or depress the rear peg of the motorcycle. Forced shifting (shifting without the clutch disengaged) may damage the engine, transmission and drive train, causing loss of control of the pedal with either a five-speed or a six-speed transmission...
Owners Manual
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... in neutral or with the clutch disengaged. NOTE: Idle air control (IAC) noise is a normal engine management calibration process that occurs each time the engine stop/run switch to the STOP position, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, and remove the ignition key. To stop the engine, set the engine stop/run switch is put into neutral. WARNING • Stopping the engine while the motorcycle is in motion and the transmission is...
... in neutral or with the clutch disengaged. NOTE: Idle air control (IAC) noise is a normal engine management calibration process that occurs each time the engine stop/run switch to the STOP position, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, and remove the ignition key. To stop the engine, set the engine stop/run switch is put into neutral. WARNING • Stopping the engine while the motorcycle is in motion and the transmission is...
Owners Manual
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... correct and drive belt tension is correct. MAINTENANCE Rear Wheel Alignment NOTE: Turn the axle adjusters about 1/16 of the swingarm before inspecting alignment or belt tension. 7. See Drive Belt Tension beginning on page 92. 6 98 On both styles: Turn the screw or nut IN (clockwise) to draw the axle back, or OUT (counterclockwise) to allow the axle to turn at a time and monitor wheel alignment...
... correct and drive belt tension is correct. MAINTENANCE Rear Wheel Alignment NOTE: Turn the axle adjusters about 1/16 of the swingarm before inspecting alignment or belt tension. 7. See Drive Belt Tension beginning on page 92. 6 98 On both styles: Turn the screw or nut IN (clockwise) to draw the axle back, or OUT (counterclockwise) to allow the axle to turn at a time and monitor wheel alignment...
Owners Manual
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... you plan on the operator's seat with accurate load conditions before riding to ensure optimum handling, safety, and ride quality. Compress the rear suspension a few times by pushing on page 101. 1. Preload should be set with your weight on the seat as possible, have them sit on . Refer to carry. Ride Height Specifications VEGAS LOW / KINGPIN LOW VEGAS / VEGAS 8-BALL KINGPIN / KINGPIN 8-BALL / KINGPIN TOUR 120 mm...
... you plan on the operator's seat with accurate load conditions before riding to ensure optimum handling, safety, and ride quality. Compress the rear suspension a few times by pushing on page 101. 1. Preload should be set with your weight on the seat as possible, have them sit on . Refer to carry. Ride Height Specifications VEGAS LOW / KINGPIN LOW VEGAS / VEGAS 8-BALL KINGPIN / KINGPIN 8-BALL / KINGPIN TOUR 120 mm...
Owners Manual
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... at the rear axle, inspect the wheel bearings and rear axle (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 4. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings, rear axle, belt adjustment, and wheels alignment (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 5. Elevate the rear of the ground. With the transmission in the operator's seat and slowly bounce the rear suspension a few times. MAINTENANCE Rear Suspension Inspect Swing Arm and Rear Axle 1. If...
... at the rear axle, inspect the wheel bearings and rear axle (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 4. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings, rear axle, belt adjustment, and wheels alignment (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 5. Elevate the rear of the ground. With the transmission in the operator's seat and slowly bounce the rear suspension a few times. MAINTENANCE Rear Suspension Inspect Swing Arm and Rear Axle 1. If...
Owners Manual
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...tire and attempt to move the front wheel front-to stop to -back. Inspect Steering and Front Axle 1. Slowly rotate the front wheel. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings, front axle, and brakes (see the VICTORY Service Manual...lift or a block of the ground. MAINTENANCE WARNING Front Suspension and Steering Care should be taken to be smooth but not loose or interfered with by wires, hoses, or control cables. 3. NOTE: If there is no front-to-back movement at the front axle, inspect the wheel bearings and front axle (see the VICTORY Service Manual...
...tire and attempt to move the front wheel front-to stop to -back. Inspect Steering and Front Axle 1. Slowly rotate the front wheel. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, inspect the wheel bearings, front axle, and brakes (see the VICTORY Service Manual...lift or a block of the ground. MAINTENANCE WARNING Front Suspension and Steering Care should be taken to be smooth but not loose or interfered with by wires, hoses, or control cables. 3. NOTE: If there is no front-to-back movement at the front axle, inspect the wheel bearings and front axle (see the VICTORY Service Manual...
Owners Manual
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... the fuel tank, reverse the removal steps, routing fuel supply hose to the fuel rail by squeezing both release buttons (3) simultaneously. With the engine and exhaust cool, wrap a clean shop towel around the fuel line fitting (2) at the rear of the tank. Carefully remove the fuel tank. Reinstall the fuel tank mounting screws. Fuel filter condition is associated with engine performance and fuel economy. Reinstall the seat. 2 Fuel Filter Replacement The fuel filters are attached to catch dripping fuel in...
... the fuel tank, reverse the removal steps, routing fuel supply hose to the fuel rail by squeezing both release buttons (3) simultaneously. With the engine and exhaust cool, wrap a clean shop towel around the fuel line fitting (2) at the rear of the tank. Carefully remove the fuel tank. Reinstall the fuel tank mounting screws. Fuel filter condition is associated with engine performance and fuel economy. Reinstall the seat. 2 Fuel Filter Replacement The fuel filters are attached to catch dripping fuel in...
Owners Manual
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... the engine displacement, of all scheduled maintenance. Box 47700, Hamel, Minnesota 55340-9960, or the California Air Resources Board, P.O. WARRANTIES Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the motorcycle owner, you are responsible for presenting your failure to ensure the performance of 12,000 kilometers (7,456 miles), if the motorcycle's engine displacement is street legal: A. The warranty repairs should contact VICTORY Motorcycle Division, Polaris Sales Inc., P.O. Limited Warranty on...
... the engine displacement, of all scheduled maintenance. Box 47700, Hamel, Minnesota 55340-9960, or the California Air Resources Board, P.O. WARRANTIES Owner's Warranty Responsibilities As the motorcycle owner, you are responsible for presenting your failure to ensure the performance of 12,000 kilometers (7,456 miles), if the motorcycle's engine displacement is street legal: A. The warranty repairs should contact VICTORY Motorcycle Division, Polaris Sales Inc., P.O. Limited Warranty on...
Owners Manual
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SPECIFICATIONS Model Year 2009 Engine Engine Type Configuration Displacement Cooling System Compression Ratio Valve Train Bore and Stroke Fuel System / Throttle Body Bore Exhaust System Lubrication System Spark Plug / Gap Chassis Front Suspension Type/Travel Rear Suspension Type Travel Swingarm Front Brakes Rear Brakes Telescopic Fork / 5.1 in. (13 cm) Single, Monotube Gas, Preload Adjustable 3.9 in. (10 cm) 3.0 in. (7.5 cm) (VEGAS LOW) Forged and Cast Aluminum With Rising Rate Linkage Single 300 x 5 mm Floating Rotor...
SPECIFICATIONS Model Year 2009 Engine Engine Type Configuration Displacement Cooling System Compression Ratio Valve Train Bore and Stroke Fuel System / Throttle Body Bore Exhaust System Lubrication System Spark Plug / Gap Chassis Front Suspension Type/Travel Rear Suspension Type Travel Swingarm Front Brakes Rear Brakes Telescopic Fork / 5.1 in. (13 cm) Single, Monotube Gas, Preload Adjustable 3.9 in. (10 cm) 3.0 in. (7.5 cm) (VEGAS LOW) Forged and Cast Aluminum With Rising Rate Linkage Single 300 x 5 mm Floating Rotor...
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... Starter Button ...46 Starting the Engine ...71-72 Steering ...64, 105-106 Stop/Run Switch ...46, 52 Stopping the Engine ...78 Suspension, Front ...64, 105-106 Suspension, Rear ...65, 101-104 Swing Arm ...104 Symbols and Terms ...5 S T Tachometer ...41 Taillight / Brake Light ...51 Test Drive ...143 Throttle ...109-110 Throttle Control Cables ...61, 109 Throttle Control Grip ...46, 61, 109 Throttle Freeplay Adjustment ...110 Tilt Sensor ...72 Tire Condition ...55, 128 Tire Pressure ...55, 127 Tire Pressure...
... Starter Button ...46 Starting the Engine ...71-72 Steering ...64, 105-106 Stop/Run Switch ...46, 52 Stopping the Engine ...78 Suspension, Front ...64, 105-106 Suspension, Rear ...65, 101-104 Swing Arm ...104 Symbols and Terms ...5 S T Tachometer ...41 Taillight / Brake Light ...51 Test Drive ...143 Throttle ...109-110 Throttle Control Cables ...61, 109 Throttle Control Grip ...46, 61, 109 Throttle Freeplay Adjustment ...110 Tilt Sensor ...72 Tire Condition ...55, 128 Tire Pressure ...55, 127 Tire Pressure...