Polaris 2009 Victory Vegas - Manual (Page 16)

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SAFETY
Safe Riding Practices
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Ground clearance is reduced when the motorcycle leans. Do not allow components to contact the road surface
when leaning the motorcycle in a curve, as this could cause loss of control.
S Retract the sidestand fully before riding. If the sidestand is not fully retracted, it could contact the road surface
and cause loss of control.
S Do not tow a trailer. Towing a trailer can make the motorcycle hard to handle, which could cause loss of control.
Carrying a Passenger
NOTE : Some models are designed for a single rider only. Single-rider models are not equipped with a passenger seat or passenger
footrests. DO NOT carry a passenger on motorcycles not properly equipped for a passenger.
To carry a passenger safely, do the following:
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Direct the passenger to hold onto you or the seat strap with both hands and to keep both feet on the passenger
footrests. Do not carry a passenger who cannot place both feet firmly on the passenger footrests. A passenger who
is not holding on properly, or who cannot reach the passenger footrests, can shift their body erratically, which can
make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control.
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If necessary, adjust the rear shock absorber preload according to the instructions on page 100. Improper preload
adjustment can make your motorcycle hard to handle and can cause loss of control.
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Before riding, be sure your passenger knows safe riding procedures. Discuss any safety information unfamiliar to
your passenger. A passenger who is unaware of safe riding procedures may distract you or make movements that
make the motorcycle hard to handle.
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Adjust your riding style to compensate for the differences in handling, acceleration and braking caused by the
additional weight of the passenger. Failure to do so can cause loss of control.