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Instruments, features and controls, Brakes, Pedal adjustment – Polaris 2016 Victory Cross Country User Manual

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Instruments, Features and Controls

Brakes

The front brake lever activates the front brake calipers. The rear brake pedal activates the
rear brake caliper. For maximum brake effectiveness, apply the front brake lever and the rear
brake pedal together.

Front Brake Lever

The front brake lever is located on the right handlebar.
This lever controls only the front brakes. The front
brakes should be applied simultaneously with the rear
brakes. To apply the front brake, pull the lever toward
the handlebar. See page 47 for braking procedures.

Rear Brake Pedal

The rear brake pedal is located on the right side
of the motorcycle. Press downward on the rear
brake pedal to apply the rear brake.
See page 31 for pedal adjustment options. See
page 47 for braking procedures.

Pedal Adjustment

The brake pedal and gear shift pedal controls can be
adjusted to a front, rear or center position. The center
position is the factory setting.
1. Remove the screw from the footwell support.

Tool: 6 mm Allen wrench

2. Slide the control forward or rearward in its track until

the threaded hole of the control aligns with the desired
hole in the footrest support.

3. Reinstall the screw.

Torque: 96 in-lbs (11 Nm)

4. After adjusting the shift pedal, always readjust the

shift linkage rod. Loosen both jam nuts on the linkage
and turn the shaft until the footpeg is about 90 mm
from the floorboard (or to desired height). Tighten
both jam nuts.

Torque: 96 in-lbs (11 Nm)

5. MAGNUM: Inspect feelers for wear. Replace feelers when they exhibit wear.

Front Brake

Lever

Center Adjustment

Position

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