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WELCOME
We thank you for your purchase of a Vengeance Motorcycle and appreciate your confidence in Vengeance
Performance Products. Your new Vengeance Motorcycle is designed and manufactured to be the finest in the
American V-twin industry.
We have prepared a simple and understandable guide for your motorcycle's care and operation and recommend that
you follow the instructions carefully for maximum performance, vehicle safety, and enhanced personal motorcycling
pleasure. You should become thoroughly acquainted with your manual before riding your Vengeance Motorcycle.
This Owner’s Manual provides instructions for the care and maintenance of minor service items that can be performed
by you, the owner. Maintenance and repair procedures that involve major components such as engine, transmission,
brakes, and electrical, etc. are also addressed in this manual, but it is recommended (and in some instances required)
that the motorcycle be serviced by an authorized Vengeance Motorcycle Service Center. Specific procedures require
the skills of a qualified, skilled technician and the use of special tools and equipment.
This manual also serves as a central location to maintain all data and records pertinent to your motorcycle. Should
you ever decide to sell your motorcycle, the manual is designed to be forwarded to its new owner in order to provide
its history along with necessary support information to continue its proper care and maintenance.
Driver and passenger safety is our top priority at Vengeance, and as an active member of the Motorcycle Safety
Foundation, we have included help on how to ride safely as well as respond to potential riding hazards. Additionally,
we have reprinted the MSF’s booklet “You and Your Motorcycle – Riding Tips” which includes insights from seasoned
riders and included it in this book.
Please pay particular attention to the break-in procedures. Followed correctly, these procedures will ensure peak
vehicle performance over a longer period of time.
The information in this manual is based on the most recent production information available at the time of printing and
was created for the entire Vengeance Motorcycle model line. Specific features vary among models, and some of the
equipment mentioned may not be on your motorcycle. Vengeance Performance Products, LLC reserves the right to
make changes on its motorcycles without notice or obligation.
Should you have any questions or concerns about your motorcycle or its operation, please contact your local
authorized Vengeance Motorcycle Dealer or Service Center. For the authorized dealer or service center nearest you,
call Vengeance Customer Care at 1-866-483-6432.
We are committed to provide you and every Vengeance owner, whether you are the first or a subsequent owner, with
service and support that is unmatched in the industry. Please complete the enclosed Warranty Form and return it to
us. It can also be completed on our website at http://www.vengeancemotorcycles.com
Subsequent owners can complete and return the Successive Owner information form in the manual which will allow
us to communicate information and updates to all current Vengeance Motorcycle owners.
Congratulations and thank you once again from all of us at Vengeance. Enjoy the journey!
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means, electronic or mechanical,
in whole or in part is not permitted without written authorization from Vengeance Performance Products,
LLC.

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NOTES, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
The NOTES, WARNINGS, and CAUTIONS throughout this manual should be read completely and fully understood
before you begin your first experience on your new Vengeance Motorcycle.
Your safety and the safety of your passenger are the most important thing to consider when riding this motorcycle.
Remember that you must do your part to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable trip.
The terms NOTE, WARNING, and CAUTION have specific meanings in this manual:
A NOTE provides additional information to make a step or procedure easier or clearer. Disregarding a NOTE could
cause inconvenience, but would not cause damage or personal injury. This information has been placed in italic type.
A CAUTION emphasizes areas where equipment damage could occur. Disregarding a CAUTION could cause
permanent mechanical damage which could cause personal injury. A CAUTION IS INDICATED IN BOLD CAPITAL
LETTERS.
A WARNING emphasizes areas where personal injury or even death could result from negligence.
Mechanical damage may also occur. WARNINGS are to be taken seriously. In some cases serious injury and death
has resulted from ignoring WARNINGS.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Although this owner’s manual provides information for both novice and the experienced riders of
motorcycles, it is not to be used as a substitute for instruction on riding a motorcycle on public streets and
highways within the U.S.A. Vengeance Performance Products strongly recommends each buyer take a
motorcycle riding course to better familiarize him or herself with proper motorcycle riding techniques, safe
riding practices, and local traffic laws of his or her state of residence. Each person who rides a motorcycle
must be of proper age and must have the appropriate driver’s license to operate a motorcycle (typically a
“Class M” license). For further information regarding motorcycle rider education classes, please contact the
Motorcycle Safety Foundation at [phone] or visit their website at www.msf.usa.org.
WARNING
BOLD CAPITALS CONTAINED IN A BOX INDICATES THAT THE SUBJECT IS ONE THAT COULD LEAD TO
PERSONAL BODILY INJURY TO THE RIDER, PASSENGER, OR OTHERS:
YOUR VENGEANCE PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS MOTORCYCLE, LIKE ANY OTHER HIGH PERFORMANCE
MOTOR VEHICLE, IS SUBJECT TO VIBRATION FROM THE OPERATION OF THE ENGINE AND OTHER
VEHICLE COMPONENTS, AS WELL AS FROM TRAVEL OVER VARIOUS ROAD CONDITIONS. SUCH
VIBRATION, WHICH MAY BE SEVERE DEPENDING ON OPERATING CONDITIONS, MAY CAUSE NUTS, BOLTS
AND OTHER FASTENERS TO LOOSEN OVER TIME. IT IS IMPERATIVE FOR SAFETY, AND TO KEEP YOUR
BIKE IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION, THAT FASTENERS ARE CHECKED FREQUENTLY FOR EXCESSIVE
WEAR AND FOR TIGHTNESS. TO ENSURE THE SAFE AND DEPENDABLE OPERATION OF THE
MOTORCYCLE, LOOSE FASTENERS SHOULD BE CHECKED FREQUENTLY AND TIGHTENED, IF
NECESSARY. FAILURE TO MAINTAIN THE MOTORCYCLE AS DESCRIBED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL MAY
VOID WARRANTY.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome.....................................................................................................................................................................3
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings..................................................................................................................................4
“You and Your Motorcycle” - Riding Tips from the Motorcycle Safety Council ..........................................................7
Forward..........................................................................................................................................................7
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................7
The Rider – What to wear When You Ride ...................................................................................................8
You and Your Legal Responsibilities.............................................................................................................9
Know Your Motorcycle.................................................................................................................................10
The Highway, Byway, Street and Alley........................................................................................................13
Handling Special Situations.........................................................................................................................15
Equipment Failures......................................................................................................................................17
Group Riding and Passengers ....................................................................................................................18
Loading the Motorcycle ...............................................................................................................................19
Drugs, Drinking and Driving.........................................................................................................................19
Conclusion ...................................................................................................................................................19
Motorcycle Skill Test Practice Guide ...........................................................................................................20
Familiarization – Major Components ........................................................................................................................26
Vehicle Identification Number......................................................................................................................26
Frame ..........................................................................................................................................................26
Suspension System .....................................................................................................................................27
Powertrain....................................................................................................................................................28
Braking system ............................................................................................................................................29
Electrical System .........................................................................................................................................30
Fuel System.................................................................................................................................................31
Controls and Operations...........................................................................................................................................33
Ignition-Light Key Switch .............................................................................................................................33
Instrument Cluster .......................................................................................................................................34
Speedometer ...............................................................................................................................................35
Turn Signal Indicators..................................................................................................................................36
Headlamp Hi/Lo Switch ...............................................................................................................................37
Electric Starter .............................................................................................................................................37
Engine Stop Switch .....................................................................................................................................38
Horn .............................................................................................................................................................38
Throttle Control Grip ....................................................................................................................................39
Fuel Supply Valve........................................................................................................................................39
Fuel Enrichener Controls.............................................................................................................................40
Fuel Caps ....................................................................................................................................................40
Brake System ..............................................................................................................................................41
Brake Light...................................................................................................................................................41
Clutch Hand Lever .......................................................................................................................................41
Gear Shifter .................................................................................................................................................42
Mirrors..........................................................................................................................................................42
Kickstand .....................................................................................................................................................43
Starting Your Motorcycle ..........................................................................................................................................44
Cold Starting ................................................................................................................................................44
Hot Starting..................................................................................................................................................44

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Break-in Procedures ................................................................................................................................................ 45
First 50 Miles ............................................................................................................................................... 45
Next 500 Miles ............................................................................................................................................ 45
First 1,000 Miles.......................................................................................................................................... 45
Next 1,000 Miles ......................................................................................................................................... 45
2,500 + Miles............................................................................................................................................... 45
Operation.................................................................................................................................................................. 46
Shifting Gears ............................................................................................................................................. 46
Downshifting................................................................................................................................................ 46
Shifting While Turning ................................................................................................................................. 46
Braking and Stopping............................................................................................................................................... 47
Stopping the Engine................................................................................................................................................. 47
Fuel Requirements................................................................................................................................................... 48
Service & Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................ 49
Transmission Oil Level................................................................................................................................ 50
Transmission Oil Change............................................................................................................................ 50
Engine Oil Level .......................................................................................................................................... 51
Engine Oil and Filter Change ...................................................................................................................... 51
Clutch Control Cable ................................................................................................................................... 52
Brakes ......................................................................................................................................................... 52
Tires ............................................................................................................................................................ 53
Wheels ........................................................................................................................................................ 54
Wheel Bearings........................................................................................................................................... 54
Fasteners .................................................................................................................................................... 55
Spark Plugs ................................................................................................................................................. 55
Suspension ................................................................................................................................................. 55
Battery......................................................................................................................................................... 56
Paint Finishes, Chrome, and Billet.............................................................................................................. 56
Warranty and Regulations Information .................................................................................................................... 57
Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage ......................................................................................................................... 57
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................... 57
Vengeance Motorcycle Limited Warranty on Emission Control System.................................................................. 58
Noise Control System Maintenance......................................................................................................................... 60
Reporting Safety Defects ......................................................................................................................................... 61
Vengeance Motorcycles Limited Warranty .............................................................................................................. 62
Torque Specifications............................................................................................................................................... 65
Engine Service Intervals and Specifications ............................................................................................................ 66
Maintenance Records .............................................................................................................................................. 67
Warranty Registration Card...................................................................................................................................... 77
Addendum 1 – Electrical System Wiring Diagram ................................................................................................... 81

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You and Your Motorcycle: Riding Tips
FORWARD
The publication “You and Your Motorcycle: Riding Tips” has been reprinted in it is entirety and included as a complete
chapter in the Vengeance Motorcycles Owners Manual with the express written permission of the Motorcycle Safety
Foundation (MSF). This chapter or materials in this chapter may not be reproduced, for resale or otherwise, without
the express written permission of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.
The information in this publication is offered for the benefit of those who have an interest in motorcycles. The
information has been compiled from publications, interviews and observations of individuals and organizations familiar
with the use of motorcycles and training. Because there are many differences in product design, riding styles, federal,
state and local laws, there may be organizations and individuals who hold differing opinions. Consult your local
regulatory agencies concerning the operation of motorcycles in your area.
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation is a national, not-for-profit organization promoting the safety of motorcycles with
programs in rider training, operator licensing and public information. The MSF is sponsored by the U.S. manufacturers
and distributors of BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio/Vespa, Suzuki, Vengeance,
Victory, and Yamaha motorcycles.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You have gained admission to the wonderful world of motorcycling. You are going to have a
marvelous time. You also have some new responsibilities, which is what this chapter is all about.
Motorcycling has grown more and more popular in recent years. We’re very glad to see the increase in people who
enjoy it. However, we’re also interested in keeping this a safe sport. The way to do this is to tell the rider – whether
novice or experienced – about operating a motorcycle safely. Your enjoyment, and your safety, depends on mastering
not only the art of motorcycling but also the realities of the traffic around you.
The staff at the Motorcycle Safety Foundation has prepared this booklet to provide you – the motorcycle rider – with
important tips that can help you to ride safely. Read these pages carefully. Thirty minutes spent reading this
information can be one of the most valuable half-hours of learning you have ever had.
THE RIDER
The Rider – That’s you! Riding a motorcycle properly is a skill you can learn. It’s not something you are born with, like
having red hair or blue eyes. It takes thinking and practice to ride one well. Unfortunately many riders never learn the
critical skills to ride safely and enjoy the sport to its fullest.
The best thing you can do is take a RiderCourse®. Beginning riders may take the Motorcycle RiderCourse developed
by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). People who have been riding for some time can also benefit from taking
an MSF Experienced RiderCourse. You CAN teach an old dog new tricks.
The courses cover topics such as:
¾effective turning techniques
¾protective gear
¾traffic strategies
¾special riding situations
¾effective braking techniques
¾evasive maneuvers
The instruction is available nationwide. If you call the national toll-free number, [phone], you will get the phone
number of a training site near you.

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What to Wear When You Ride
Proper gear is essential to safe riding. Wearing the right clothing always makes the sport more enjoyable, and more
comfortable, too.
Helmet
Around the block or around the world, it makes sense to leave home with a helmet on your head. IT’S ONE OF THE
BEST ITEMS OF PROTECTION YOU CAN USE.
Helmets come in all sizes, from extra small (XS) to extra large (XL). There are also helmets for children. When you
buy a helmet, make sure it fits properly. Try it on; it should be comfortable to wear, neither too tight nor too loose.
Remember, it is going to spend a lot of time on your head.
Always fasten the helmet strap. If the helmet is not secured, it is doing about as much good as if it were on the shelf at
home.
Did you know that all adult-sized motorcycle helmets now sold in the United States must have a sticker indicating
DOT (Department of Transportation) approval, which means that the helmet meets certain basic impact standards?
Don’t buy a helmet without one; it may not meet standards. Helmets vary greatly in price and style. Buy one that suits
you. Wear it. Fasten it every time you throw a leg over the motorcycle.
A good helmet makes motorcycling a lot more pleasurable because it cuts down on the wind noise and greatly
reduces rider fatigue. The days of heavy or cumbersome helmets are gone; they’re now made of light new materials
with terrific designs and colors to choose from.
If you do drop your helmet onto a hard surface, or it receives a heavy blow, it is probably time to buy a new one. A
motorcycle helmet is designed to absorb the impact of a blow, and a helmet should only do that once. If in doubt, get
a new one.
Eye Protection
Riding with bare eyeballs is a gamble. Your eyes are precious, and it does not take much to injure one.
A fairing on a motorcycle is not eye protection; a bit of sand or tiny piece of glass can whip in behind it and get in your
eye.
Proper eye protection means an approved shield on your helmet, a pair of goggles, or shatterproof glasses. Settling
for less just isn’t worth the risk.
Make sure your eye protection is clean and unscratched. If you use a tinted lens or shield for riding in the bright
sunlight, take a clear one along as well, in case you are riding after dark.
Jacket
Motorcycle jackets are made in many sturdy materials: denim, nylon in its various guises, corduroy, and leather. The
hide of a cow, or any other commonly used leather, offers you the most protection when it comes to abrasion. You
can buy leather jackets with zippered vents, which are comfortable to wear even in hot weather as they allow a breeze
to flow through.
Pants
These should be made of a thick material, such as leather. They resist abrasion and provide protection from the
elements. A pair of loose, light cotton pants that flap in the wind is not very good riding gear. A number of companies
sell leather riding pants, and you can get pants and jacket combinations that zip together.

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Gloves
Always wear gloves. Even on a hot day. The car in front of you may throw up a stone that hits your fingers. Ouch!
Also, bare hands are not designed to withstand abrasion or accidental contact with a hot motorcycle part.
Boots
Over-the-ankle boots, please. Preferably made of strong leather. Your ankles are very complicated; protect them.
A boot with a slippery sole could cause embarrassment when you put your foot down at a greasy gas station. Rubber
soles, with a good tread design, offer better gripping capabilities.
Rain Gear
It rains everywhere in this country, some places more than others. Inevitably you will be caught out in the rain. Why
not have a good motorcycle rain suit along, with rain-covers for boots and gloves as well? It’s a lot more fun riding in
the rain when you’re dry.
High-Visibility Gear
The better people see you, the less likely they are to run into you. Brightly colored clothing is preferable to drab, dark
clothing.
You can buy special vests that are designed to make it easier for others to see you. Some military bases feel strongly
about this feature and require all motorcyclists to wear them.
For nighttime, you can buy clothing that reflects light, and put reflective strips on your helmet and the backs of your
boots. Every little bit helps.
YOU AND YOUR LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Don’t forget, driving is a privilege, not a right. You have to prove your competence before your license is issued. If you
ignore the laws of your state, your license may be taken from you.
Laws are intended to protect you, not to harass you. You may be the best and safest rider in the country, but these
laws are to keep incompetent, dangerous drivers off the streets. Just think of the chaos if we didn’t have these laws.
Respect them.
Licensing Requirements
These vary from state to state. Most states require a separate license in order to operate a motorcycle. Go and get
one. Drop by your local department of motor vehicles and ask for licensing information. You put yourself, your wallet,
and your insurance at risk if you choose to violate the law.
If your state requests it, take the written test. And the riding test. Get your motorcycle operator’s license. Become a
full-fledged member of the motorcycling fraternity.
Insurance
The registration is easy; pay your money, and you get a license plate to bolt onto the back of the bike.
Insurance is harder, but most states require liability insurance. (Check your state’s laws.) Shop around for it. Some
companies give a discount if you’ve taken an MSF RiderCourse.
You can also get other coverage on you and your bike: comprehensive, collision, medical payments, uninsured driver
(the other guy), et cetera. Ask your insurance agent what each type of coverage can do for you, and how much it will
cost.
The better your driving record, the less costly the insurance. It pays to be safe.

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KNOW YOUR MOTORCYCLE
To be a safe rider, get to know your motorcycle extremely well. It’s very different from a car and makes more
demands on the operator. The motorcycle goes and turns and stops smoothly according to your degree of skill and
knowledge.
Get to know your owner’s manual; not all motorcycles are exactly alike. Types range from street machines (large
touring bikes, cruisers, sport, and traditional) to off-road and dual-purpose bikes. The manual gives you many
specifics you will find helpful in understanding and maintaining the bike you’ve chosen.
A close relative to the motorcycle – the scooter – is different from most motorcycles and you’ll need to find out its
particular features. Some have automatic transmissions, as well as starter interlocks. As with other small-
displacement machines, certain models may not be allowed on high-speed, limited-access highways.
It takes a long time to become properly familiar with a motorcycle, so it is best not to lend it or borrow one. Think of
your motorcycle as being as personal as a toothbrush.
The Controls
Over the years, the basic controls on motorcycles have been standardized.
Put the bike on the centerstand and sit on it. Become familiar with the controls and how to use them. Work the levers
and pedals. If something isn’t within easy reach of fingers or toes, maybe it can be adjusted to suit you. Check your
owner’s manual.
Practice with the turn signals. Find the horn button, so you won’t have to look for it when somebody starts backing out
in front of you. Figure out how the dimmer switch works before it gets dark.
Do become familiar with the RESERVE fuel valve if there is one on your machine. When you are running along the
highway and your engine burbles, indicating it is running out of fuel, you want to be able to turn that reserve on
without a second’s thought. It is not fun or safe to be fumbling around when you are in gear and moving.
Shifting Gears
Starting off and changing gears requires coordination of the clutch and throttle and gearshift lever. If you don’t do
things right, the amount of control you have over the bike is lessened.
To start off, pull in the clutch, shift into first gear, roll on the throttle a little, and ease out the clutch. You will become
familiar with the friction zone (that’s where the clutch begins to take hold and move the bike), and you add a bit more
throttle. You don’t want to stall the engine, nor do you want to over-rev it. There’s a sweet spot in there; find it. Shift
while traveling in a straight line. Shifting in a curve is not good practice, and something to be avoided.
Become familiar with the sound of your engine, so you can tell when you should shift without looking at your
instruments.
When you downshift to a lower gear, you should (in one swift, smooth movement) be able to squeeze the clutch, rev
the engine a little to let it catch the lower gear smoothly, and shift down.
When you come to a stop in traffic, leave the bike in first gear with the clutch disengaged (just in case you want to
accelerate out of there in a hurry). Who knows what may be coming up behind you.
Braking
Don’t ever forget: The front brake on your motorcycle can supply as much as 70 percent or more of your stopping
power. The single most important thing you can learn about braking is to use that front brake every single time you
want to slow down.
Always apply both the front and the rear brakes at the same time. If necessary, apply them hard, but not so hard that
you lock up either wheel. A locked wheel, as well as causing the bike to skid, results in downright inefficient braking.