Front Suspension And Steering; Check Front Forks; Replace Front Fork Oil - Victory Motorcycles Hammer 2005 Owner's Manual

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Front Suspension and Steering

WARNING
Care should be taken to be sure the motorcycle will not tip or fall while elevated. Severe personal
injury or death may occur if the motorcycle tips or falls.

Check Front Forks

1. To check the front suspension, straddle the motorcycle
and bring it to a vertical position.
2. Apply the front brake and push down hard on the
handlebars several times. The front suspension should
operate smoothly and quietly.
3. Place the motorcycle on the sidestand and inspect the
front forks. Make sure there is no fork oil present on
the fork tube (1) or around the fork seal (2).
4. Clean the fork tubes as required to remove bugs, tar,
or buildup which may cause seal wear or leakage.

Replace Front Fork Oil

Front fork oil condition and level is associated with front
suspension performance and internal component wear. For
fork oil replacement procedures and special tools required,
see the VICTORY Service Manual or contact an authorized
VICTORY dealer.
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1. Front Fork Tube
2. Fork Seal