2011 Polaris Kingpin Owners Manual - Page 30

Pre-Ride Inspections Always perform the recommended pre-ride inspections before each ride. Always perform the inspections before making a long trip and when removing the motorcycle from storage. WARNING Failure to perform the recommended pre-ride inspections could result in component failure while riding, which could result in serious injury or death. Always perform the pre-ride inspections before each ride. When inspection reveals the need for adjustment, replacement or repair, perform the service promptly. Tip: You must be familiar with all instruments and controls to perform the pre-ride inspections. During the pre-ride inspections you may use products that are potentially hazardous, such as oil or brake fluid. When using any of these products, always follow the instructions and warnings on the product packaging. When inspections reveal the need for adjustment, replacement or repair: • refer to the maintenance section of this manual • refer to the VICTORY Service Manual • or see your authorized VICTORY dealer Electrical Components Move the ignition switch to the ON position before performing the electrical inspections outlined on this page. Return the ignition switch to the OFF position after completing these inspections. If inspection of any electrical item reveals component failure, repair or replace the component before operating the motorcycle. Electrical Item Headlamp Inspection Procedure Verify that the headlamp illuminates. Switch to high beam. Verify that the high beam indicator comes on and that lamp brightness increases. Taillight/Brake Light Verify that the taillight and license plate light illuminate. Verify that taillight brightness increases when the front brake lever is applied and also when the rear brake pedal is applied. Turn Signals Move the turn signal switch to the left. Verify that front and rear left turn signals flash, as well as the corresponding light on the indicator panel. Push the switch inward to cancel the signal. Verify that the signals and the indicator light stop flashing. Repeat the procedure for the right turn signals. Emergency Flashers Slide the emergency flasher switch to the left. Verify that all four turn signals flash, as well as the light on the indicator panel. Slide the switch to the right. Verify that all signals and indicators stop flashing. Horn Press the horn button. Verify that the horn sounds loudly. Low Oil Pressure Start the engine. Verify that the low oil pressure indicator goes off. Indicator Neutral Indicator Place the transmission in neutral. Verify that the neutral indicator comes on. Engine Stop/Run Start the engine. Move the stop/run switch to the STOP position. Verify that the Switch engine stops. Attempt to restart the engine to verify that the engine WILL NOT start. 26