Victory 2009 VISION User Manual

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OPERATION
Operation
Shifting Gears (Downshifting, Cont.)
NOTE: Within the recommended speed ranges you can downshift to reduce vehicle speed or to
increase the available power. You may want to downshift when climbing a hill or passing.
Downshifting also helps to decrease your speed when combined with closing the throttle.
See “RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS” on page 115 and the downshifting WARNING on
page 117.
1. To shift to a lower gear, simultaneously pull in the clutch lever and close the throttle.
Shift into the next lower gear by depressing the shift pedal with your toe.
2. Simultaneously release the clutch lever and open the throttle.
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Victory 2009 VISION Specifications

General

Year	2009
Manufacturer	Victory
Model	VISION
Category	Touring
Compression Ratio	9.4:1
Cooling System	Air / oil
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Belt
Front Tire	130/70-R18
Rear Tire	180/60-R16
Engine Type	V-twin, four-stroke
Displacement	1731 cc
Bore x Stroke	101 x 108 mm
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension	Single
Front Brakes	Dual 300mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 300mm disc 2 piston caliper
Seat Height	26.5 inches
Fuel Capacity	22.7 liters / 6.0 US gallons
Wheelbase	65.7 inches