Polaris 2010 Vegas User manual

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2010 Owner’s Manual
Vegas®
Vegas 8-Ball®
Kingpin®
Kingpin 8-Ball®

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Copyright©2009 Polaris Sales Inc.
All material in this publication is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant improvements in the design
and quality of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this
publication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use only. No liability can be accepted for omissions or
inaccuracies. Polaris Industries reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice and without incurring obligation to make the
same or similar changes to previously manufactured vehicles. Any reprinting, reuse or redistribution of the material in this document is
expressly prohibited.
Features of VICTORY Motorcycles are covered by U.S. Patents: 6,976,691; 6,407,663; D489670; D482311; D482304; D481980; D481973;
D474142. Refer also to the patent label on the motorcycle.
POLARIS, POLARIS THE WAY OUT, FREEDOM, VEGAS, VEGAS 8-BALL, KINGPIN, KINGPIN 8-BALL, VICTORY and VICTORY
MOTORCYCLES are registered trademarks of Polaris Industries Inc. DUNLOP is a registered trademark of Dunlop Tire Corporation.
Printed in U.S.A.
P/N 9922429

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Table of Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Component Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Instruments, Features and Controls . . . . . . .32
Pre-Ride Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Identification Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
Maintenance Record. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing a VICTORY motorcycle, and welcome to our world-wide family of Polaris owners. At
Polaris, we’re passionate about producing an exciting line of utility and recreational products for our customers:
• Snowmobiles
• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
•RANGER utility vehicles
• VICTORY motorcycles
For the safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions and recommendations in this
owner’s manual. If your owner’s manual is misplaced or damaged, please purchase a replacement from your VIC-
TORY dealer. This manual should be considered part of the motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when
ownership changes.
All references in this manual to RIGHT, LEFT, FRONT or REAR are from the operator’s perspective when seated in
a normal riding position. If you have questions about the operation or maintenance of your motorcycle after you've
read this manual, please see your VICTORY dealer. To locate the nearest authorized VICTORY dealer, call 1-800-
POLARIS or visit www.polarisindustries.com.
VICTORY motorcycles comply with all federal, state and local safety and emission regulations for the area of
intended sale.

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Safety
About the Owner's Manual
Failure to follow recommended precautions and procedures could result in severe injury or death. Always heed all safety
precautions and follow all operation, inspection and maintenance procedures outlined in this manual.
Please read your VICTORY owner’s manual. This manual contains information essential to safe riding and proper
maintenance of the motorcycle. Anyone who rides the motorcycle (operators and passengers) must read the owner's
manual before riding.
Read and understand the information found in the safety section, and bring the manual with you when you ride. Fol-
lowing the safety precautions and procedures will add to your riding enjoyment and ensure a safe ride.
Understand and follow all inspection and maintenance procedures outlined in this manual. Following these proce-
dures will ensure that your motorcycle remains in safe operating condition at all times.
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