Polaris 2000 Victory Sport Cruiser - Manual (Page 30)

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PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
Front and Rear Brakes
Refer to page 12 for component loca-
tions.
Make certain both the front brakes
and rear brakes are working properly.
Check at low speed shortly after start-
ing out.
WARNING: A soft, spongy feel-
ing in the brake lever and/or brake
pedal could indicate a hazardous
condition in the brake system. Do not
operate the motorcycle until the fail-
ure in the brake system is corrected.
Ask a Victory dealer for immediate re-
pairs. A soft spongy feeling indicates
a hazardous condition.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL /
LEAKAGE
WARNING: Low brake fluid lev-
els may let air enter the brake system,
possibly creating poor or non-exis-
tent braking. Before riding, check the
levels of the brake fluid and add if
necessary. Refer to page 39.
Check the brake fluid in both the front
master cylinder reservoir and the rear
brake fluid reservoir. Brake fluid must
be visible in the window on the front
master cylinder reservoir. To check
the level, rest the bike on the side-
stand and turn the handlebars until
the master cylinder is level.
To check the rear brake fluid, stand
the bike up in the vertical position.
Check the level between the max and min lines on reservoir. Apply each brake for
several seconds. Check to see if any fluid leaks out from the hoses, joints, master
cylinders or calipers. If any leakage is found, take the motorcycle to a Victory deal-
er for repairs. Do not operate the vehicle if leaks are present.
WARNING: Do Not Mix Fluids. Use only DOT4 brake fluid.
Front Brake Lever
Front Master Cylinder
Reservoir Level
Indicator
Operator’s View of RH Handlebar
Rear
Brake
Pedal
View of RH Handlebar From Front