Polaris 2004 Victory Kingpin - Manual (Page 87)

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MAINTENANCE
Inspect Drive Sprocket and Sprocket Nut
1. Remove the drive sprocket cover.
Notice On some models you may have to remove portions of the
exhaust system to access all of the drive sprocket cover screws (see the
VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY dealer).
2. Inspect drive sprocket and sprocket nut for wear or damage.
Make sure the sprocket nut is tight.
3. If the sprocket nut is loose, remove the sprocket nut retainer
screws and the retainer.
4. Remove the sprocket nut.
5. Inspect the seal sleeve/sprocket spacer. The machined surface
should smooth and free from burrs or galling.
6. Clean the output shaft threads and the sprocket nut threads.
7. Apply a few drops of LOCTITE Thread Locker #262 or equivalent to the output shaft threads.
8. Apply the rear brake and tighten the drive sprocket nut.
Torque: 125 ft-lbs (170 Nm)
9. Install the nut retainer and the retainer screws. Rotate the retainer plate clockwise and hold it against the nut
when retainer screws are tightened.
Torque: 85 in-lbs (10 Nm)
Notice The nut retainer can be installed in many positions and on either side.
If you cannot align the mounting holes, tighten the sprocket nut slightly and install the nut retainer.
10. Check rear wheel alignment (page 89) and drive belt tension (page 86).
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