2004 Polaris Touring Cruiser Owners Manual - Page 135

2004 Polaris Touring Cruiser Manual

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MAINTENANCE Sidestand Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position. Move the sidestand to its stored (up) position, then to its fully extended (down) position, and back again. It should move smoothly and quietly. When the sidestand is in its stored position, the sidestand return spring should hold the sidestand tightly against the motorcycle. If the sidestand is bent, it should be replaced immediately. Caution Do not try to straighten a bent sidestand. The sidestand will be weakened, and may not be able to support the motorcycle. Inspect Sidestand Pad 1. Check the condition of the sidestand rubber pad, and make sure it is firmly attached to the sidestand. 2. Inspect the sidestand rubber pad for wear. Replace the rubber pad if it is worn above the wear limit (see the VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer). 1 2 1. Sidestand 2. Rubber Pad 133

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MAINTENANCE
Sidestand
Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position. Move the sidestand to its stored (up) position, then to its
fully extended (down) position, and back again. It should move smoothly and quietly. When the sidestand is in its
stored position, the sidestand return spring should hold the sidestand tightly against the motorcycle.
If the sidestand is bent, it should be replaced immediately.
Do not try to straighten a bent sidestand. The sidestand will be weakened, and may not be able to support
the motorcycle.
Caution
InspectSidestandPad
1.
Check the condition of the sidestand rubber pad, and make sure it is
firmly attached to the sidestand.
2.
Inspect the sidestand rubber pad for wear. Replace the rubber pad if it
is worn above the wear limit (see the
VICTORY Service Manual
or an
authorized VICTORY dealer).
1. Sidestand
2. RubberPad
1
2