Polaris 2000 Victory Sport Cruiser - Manual (Page 34)

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OPERATION
5. The fast idle lever may be returned to the rest position as soon as the engine
has warmed sufficiently so it will idle smoothly.
NOTE: If the engine fails to start, release the start switch, wait a few seconds, then
try again. Each attempt should be as short as possible to preserve the battery. Do
not crank the engine more than 10 seconds on any one attempt.
NOTE: The oil pressure light should come on when the start switch is pushed and
should go off when the start switch is released. If the oil pressure light flickers or
remains on, immediately stop the engine and check the engine oil level and, if nec-
essary, add oil. Also check for oil leakage. If the oil pressure light still stays on,
consult your Victory dealer.
Engine Break-in
There is never a more important period in the life of your motorcycle than the period
between zero and 500 miles (830 km). Because the engine is brand new, you must
not put an excessive load on it for the first 500 miles (830 km). The various parts
in the engine wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances. Dur-
ing this period, prolonged full throttle operation, or any condition which might result
in excessive heating of the engine, must be avoided. Read the following informa-
tion and follow each step in the break-in of your vehicle.
GUIDELINES FOR ENGINE BREAK-IN
Miles Throttle
Position
Notes
0-90 miles 0-1/3
throttle
position
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/3 throttle. Vary
the speed of the motorcycle. Do not operate the
machine at one set throttle position.
90-300
miles
0-1/2
throttle
position
Avoid prolonged operation above 1/2 throttle. Fol-
low the other guidelines in the step above.
300-500
miles
0-3/4
throttle
position
Avoid cruising speeds above 3/4 throttle.
500 miles Replace the engine oil and engine oil filter. See pages 36
and 37 for more information. Have the 500 mile service per-
formed.
500 miles
and be-
yond
Avoid prolonged full-throttle operation. Vary the engine speed
occasionally. Follow the pre-ride inspection (pg 22) and the peri-
odic maintenance chart on pages 33 and 34.
CAUTION
If any operating trouble should occur during the break-in period, consult a Victory
dealer immediately.