Polaris 2016 Victory Cross Country - Manual (Page 68)

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Maintenance
Front Fork / Suspension Inspection
1. Place the motorcycle on the sidestand and inspect the front
forks. If fork oil is present on the outer tube, do not ride
the motorcycle. See your dealer for service before
operating. If fork oil is present around the fork seals or
inner tubes, replace the fork seals.
2. Clean the fork tubes to remove bugs, tar or buildup which
may cause seal wear or leakage. Inspect the outer surfaces
of the inner fork tubes for scratches or damage from
foreign objects.
3. Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright
position. Apply the front brake and push downward (hard)
on the handlebars several times. The front suspension
should operate smoothly and quietly.
4. Fork oil condition and level affects front suspension performance and internal
component wear. Replace fork oil at the recommended intervals. Special tools are
required to perform this procedure. See the VICTORY Service Manual or your authorized
VICTORY dealer.
Steering Head Inspection
1. Elevate and support the motorcycle with the
front tire slightly off the floor.
CAUTION! Make sure the motorcycle is stable when
elevated. Injury may occur if the motorcycle tips or falls.
2. Turn the handlebars from stop to stop. The
action should be smooth but not loose. Make
sure wires, hoses and control cables do not
interfere with smooth steering.
3. Position the front wheel straight ahead. Grasp
the front forks near the front axle and attempt to
move the wheel front-to-back. If there is front-
to-back movement at the steering head, see your
VICTORY dealer for service.
Fork Inner Tube