2008 Polaris Ness Signature Series Vegas Jackpot Owners Manual - Page 65

PRE-OPERATION CHECK Check Sidestand Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to a vertical position. Move the sidestand (1) 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. Check the sidestand pivot bolt for looseness or wear. Tighten or replace if loose or worn. Check the condition of the sidestand rubber pad (2), and make sure it's firmly attached to the sidestand. Check the wear indicator (3) on the leading edge of the sidestand rubber pad. Replace the pad if worn beyond the WEAR LIMIT line on the pad. 1 3 2 Check Fasteners Visually inspect the entire motorcycle chassis and engine for loose, damaged or missing fasteners. Tighten loose fasteners to the proper torque (see the specifications section of this manual or see the VICTORY Service Manual). Immediately replace stripped, damaged or broken fasteners with genuine VICTORY fasteners of equal size and strength immediately. Leading Edge Trailing Edge Front of Motorcycle 1. Sidestand 2. Rubber Pad 3. Wear Indicator 60