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2008 Victory Kingpin Questions & Answers
I have a 2008 victory
yes , you have a charging problem in the voltage regulator
maximum, voltage is 14.5-14.8 volts dc regardless and at 19 volts that affects all of the electronics and boils batteries
Oil change
Check your owners manual for the location of the sump screw. If you don't have a center stand, or someone to help by holding the bike so it's straight up, you can put some wood under the kickstand later. It's best to do this with the engine slightly warm, so run it for a minute or so. Then loosen the oil filter and then open the sump screw, making sure you have a basin underneath to catch the oil. Take out and clean the sump screw and remove the old oil filter. Open the place to fill the oil too. When all the oil is drained, put a thin film of oil around the gasket on the new filter and screw it on following the instructions that come with the filter. Then replace and tighten the sump screw. Carefully fill the machine, being sure to not overfill. This is when you need the machine to be upright so you can check either the dipstick or sight glass. When you've filled to the correct level start the bike and make sure there are no leaks. Then check your level again. You should be good to go.
How do I get the hand grips off without damaging
easy get a straight headed screwdriver cover it in washing up liquid gently push it down ya grip whilst squeezing a little down the space youve created gently go all way around and pull hard whilst turning
I HAVE A 2008 KINGPIN
Make sure your battery spec is 12V/18 amp hours. If you can fit a slightly higher amperage battery into the space, then the longer the battery should last. The Kingpin can charge 38Amps maximum.
You could also change the brand of battery IF you have bought the same over the last two/three years. Some batteries are inferior to heavy starts, even though they look fine.
Starting a 1634cc engine cold takes a lot of current. Each start, damages the battery ever so slightly, ending up in failure. Also check that there isn't any heating issues between engine/exhaust and battery case. Hot batteries die fast!
How can I determne if it is the battery or the
you need a test meter to do this, put it on dc voltage, crank the bike put the test leads (red is positive, black negitive) on the battery, it should read between 13.5 to 14.5 volts, if it doesn't change probably the rectifier not the altenator. if it does read 14.5 volts more than likely the battery not taking a charge.
2003 Victory Cruiser Kickstand Spring disconnected
I had the same problem. So I'll tell you how I fixed it. the first time i broke it off I found the little nub. drilled a small hole in the nub then puddle welded it back where the hole was.
others have drilled and tapped the hole to put a small bolt in place. One guy even had a bracket made and welded in place.
Decide what solution works and try it out. I work at a steel shop so my solution wasn't too difficult.
Hope this helps.
Both right blinkers are not
check the Flasher
remove the flasher and direct the connection now check both the bulbs are working if yes then change the flasher.
I'm looking to purchase an
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No starter action.
well it could be losse wiring or it could not be starting cause you may need to replace the cilnoid. i think i spelt that wrong
I need to know how much play is allowed on the
Are you ready, let get started. For the Drive Belt Inspection it is recommended that you inspect the drive belt annually, and replace at specified intervals regardless of belt condition.
1. Periodically inspect the drive belt for cuts, missing teeth and excessive wear.
2. Adjust the drive belt tension at intervals in accordance with your motorcycle owner's manual (M.O.M.)
To perform the actual belt tension inspection, perform the following:
1. Secure the motorcycle in an upright position. Shift the transmisison into neutral and be sure to elevate the rear wheel off of the ground. This is critical when checking belt deflection or adjusting the belt.
2. Now you need to finf the "tight spot" on the belt. do this by measuring the belt deflection at 4 different spots on the belt as you rotate the rear wheel.
3. Place a mark at the tightest point. Now adjust the belt deflection to specification.
4. Place a tape measure or ruler next to the drive belt to help you measure deflection. Note that some motorcycles, especially the Victory models, have grduations on the belt bracket for reference. Be sure to measure 1/2 way between the front and rear sprocket centers on the lower part of the belt.
5. Use a belt tension guage. These cost about $30.00 and are well worth the expense. Plus you get to add a new tool to your tool chest. Note that the belt tension guage must be kept at a 90 degree angle to the belt to get an accurate measurement.
6. Push up on the belt tension tool measuring the deflection distance with the amount of force required to be in tolerances. In the case of the Victory Kingpin, this is 10 pounds of force with a tolerance deflection of 9mm. 9mm @ 10lbs. force.
Before you do the Belt Tension Adjustment, you need to make sure the wheel alignment is correct. The following with give you instruction and tips on aligning the wheel and belt correctly.
Belt/wheel alignment method 1:
First measure from the center of the swingarm pivot to the center of the axle. Keep it the same on each side. I have Been doing this on dirt bikes for many years and has not failed yet. I use the Motion Pro belt tensioning tool.
Belt/wheel alignment method 2:
This is what I do if I change a tire or belt.
1] Loosen adjusters completly slide tire to front of adjustment slots.
2] run in both adjusters till they just touch
3] Count threads to make sure they are even
4] going 1/2 turn per side. Take the belt to just loose of adjustment
5] Tighten axle nut,and spin wheel about 10 times. To check belt tracking.
6] If belt is to far right loosen the axle tighten the left side an aditional 1/2turn. Opisete for belt to far left.Spin again. You will never get it centered only to where it has a gap on both sides.
7] tighten both sides equaly until you have 9mm of deflection at 10Lb force. At the tightest point
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