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Safety
Safe Riding Practices
Design characteristics affect how you should ride the VICTORY motorcycle:
• The motorcycle is designed for on-road use with one rider and one passenger. Do not
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. See the manufacturer's label (under the rear
panel on the console). The label contains the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) informa-
tion.
• Riding off-road, riding with more than one passenger, or carrying weight exceeding the
maximum weight rating can make handling difficult, which could cause loss of control.
• During the first 500 miles (800 km) of operation, follow all break-in procedures as out-
lined in the break-in section beginning on page 110. Failure to do so can result in serious
engine damage.
• Some VICTORY motorcycles include saddlebags, a windshield, a trunk, or a passenger
backrest as standard equipment. To maintain stability, be prepared to reduce the operating
speed of motorcycles equipped with these items.
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