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Safety

About the Rider's Manual

Failure to follow all recommended precautions and procedures could

result in severe injury or death. Always heed all safety precautions

and follow all operation, inspection and maintenance procedures

outlined in this manual.

All references to RIGHT, LEFT, FRONT or REAR are from the

operator’s perspective when seated in a normal riding

position. If you have questions about the operation or

maintenance of your motorcycle after you've read this

manual, please see your authorized dealer. To locate the

nearest authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer, visit the

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE web site at

www.indianmotorcycle.com.
Carefully read and understand the information found in the

Safety section beginning on this page. To keep your

motorcycle in peak condition on the road or in storage,

understand and follow the procedures outlined in the

Maintenance section beginning on page 84.
Bring the manual along when you ride. Following the

precautions and procedures in the manual will add to your

enjoyment and help keep you safe. If you lose or damage

this manual, please purchase a new one through any

authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. This rider’s

manual should be considered part of the motorcycle and

should remain with the motorcycle when ownership

changes.

Safety Symbols and Signal Words

The following signal words and symbols appear throughout

this manual. Your safety and the safety of others is involved

when these words and symbols are used. Become familiar

with their meanings before reading the manual.

The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

DANGER

A DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

A NOTICE indicates a situation that could result in property damage.

NOTE

A NOTE indicates information that helps clarify procedures.

WARNING

Summary of Contents for 2015 Indian Chief Classic

Page 1: ...Indi Chief Cla ic Indi Chief Vintage Indi Chieftain Indi Roadmaster 2015 RIDER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...California Proposition 65 Warning This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm ...

Page 3: ...1 2015 Rider s Manual Indian Chief Classic Indian Chief Vintage Indian Chieftain Indian Roadmaster ...

Page 4: ...ing or reuse of the depictions and or procedures contained within whether whole or in part is expressly prohibited INDIAN INDIAN MOTORCYCLE CHIEF CHIEFTAIN and ROADMASTER are trademarks of Indian Motorcycle Company iPhone iPod iPod nano and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth...

Page 5: ...ting Safety Defects 19 Component Identification 21 Instruments Features Controls 24 Pre Ride Inspections 62 Operation 72 Maintenance 84 Cleaning and Storage 128 Specifications 133 Warranty 138 Maintenance Log 149 Audio System if equipped 151 Index 180 ...

Page 6: ...ouble free for many years to come We hope you will take as much pride in riding your new motorcycle as our team did in building it for you We urge you to read this rider s manual thoroughly It contains information essential to safe riding and proper maintenance of your motorcycle Your authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer knows your motorcycle best and should be consulted for service and assistance ...

Page 7: ...ecord important identification numbers below Vehicle Identification Number VIN see page 20 Engine Identification Number see page 6 Master PIN Rider PIN Key Fob 1 Serial Number Key Fob 2 Serial Number Key Fob 3 Serial Number Key Fob 4 Serial Number ...

Page 8: ...pecialized equipment Operating Your Motorcycle Outside the U S A If you plan to operate your motorcycle in countries other than the USA and Canada Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available Unleaded gasoline may not be available The use of leaded fuels will cause engine damage damage to your emissions systems and voiding of your warranty Gasoline may have a considerably l...

Page 9: ...e Following the precautions and procedures in the manual will add to your enjoyment and help keep you safe If you lose or damage this manual please purchase a new one through any authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer This rider s manual should be considered part of the motorcycle and should remain with the motorcycle when ownership changes Safety Symbols and Signal Words The following signal words a...

Page 10: ... education courses in your area call 1 800 446 9227 or visit www msf usa org Read and understand all information in this rider s manual Observe all maintenance requirements specified in this manual See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer Design characteristics affect how you should ride the motorcycle The motorcycle is designed for on road use with one ri...

Page 11: ...an cause drowsiness loss of coordination and loss of balance They can also affect your awareness and judgment If your motorcycle operates abnormally correct the problem immediately See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer Ride defensively as if you are invisible to other motorists even in broad daylight A motorist s failure to see or recognize a motorcycle...

Page 12: ...idestand fully before riding If the sidestand is not fully retracted it could contact the road surface and cause loss of control To maximize braking effectiveness use the front and rear brakes together Be aware of the following braking facts and practices The rear brake provides 40 of the motorcycle s stopping power at most Use the front and rear brakes together To avoid skidding apply the brakes ...

Page 13: ... both feet on the passenger footrests Do not carry a passenger who cannot place both feet firmly on the passenger footrests A passenger who is not holding on properly or who cannot reach the passenger footrests can shift their body erratically which can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause loss of control Before riding be sure your passenger knows safe riding procedures Discuss any safety ...

Page 14: ...at you wear approved Personal Protective Equipment PPE bearing markings such as VESC 8 V 8 Z87 1 or CE Make sure protective eyewear is kept clean All riders should wear bright or light colored and or reflective clothing to improve visibility to other motorists A motorist s failure to see or recognize a motorcycle is the leading cause of automobile motorcycle accidents Wear gloves a jacket heavy bo...

Page 15: ...n limit suspension or steering travel or your ability to operate controls displace you from your normal riding position obscure lights or reflectors Bulky heavy or large accessories can cause instability due to the lifting or buffeting effects of wind and loss of control Do not install electrical accessories that exceed the capacity of the motorcycle s electrical system Never install higher wattag...

Page 16: ... surface Sloped or soft surfaces may not support the motorcycle If you must park on a slope or soft surface follow the precautions outlined on page 83 Saddlebags Trunk and Other Storage Whenever operating a motorcycle equipped with cargo storage features such as saddlebags a trunk racks glove boxes or other storage compartments Never ride at excessive speeds Storage features and cargo combined wit...

Page 17: ...while you re riding may cause difficult handling loss of control and driving hazards for other motorists if cargo falls from the motorcycle For riding comfort and to ensure proper ground clearance adjust rear shock air pressure as specified on the label located under the left side cover See page 96 Do not attach large or heavy cargo such as sleeping bags duffel bags or tents to the handlebars fron...

Page 18: ...ine is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline Always turn off the engine before refueling Always refuel outdoors or in a well ventilated area Open the fuel cap slowly Do not overfill the tank Do not fill the tank neck Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the area where refueling is performed or where gaso...

Page 19: ...nance section beginning on page 86 Always maintain proper tire pressure tread condition and wheel and tire balance Inspect tires regularly and replace worn or damaged tires promptly Use only approved replacement tires See the Specifications section beginning on page 133 Always ensure proper steering head bearing adjustment Regularly inspect the rear shock absorber and the front forks for fluid lea...

Page 20: ...pliance Statement FCC W99PI01 W99PI02 IC 8296A PI01 8296A PI02 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Canada license exempt RSS 210 standard Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE 2 THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION ...

Page 21: ...apparel and items in or on apparel weight of any post production accessories and their contents weight of any additional cargo on the motorcycle Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could result in a crash or cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying INDIAN MOTORYCLE i...

Page 22: ...n VECI 3 Noise Emission Control Information NECI 4 Operator Warning Fuel Recommendation 5 Saddlebag Cargo Warning 6 Highway Bar Warning 7 Shock Air Pressure Warning if equipped under side cover 8 Rear Wheel Service Warning if equipped under side cover 9 Trunk Rack Capacity Label 10 Trunk Capacity Label 11 Lower Fairing Glove Box Cargo Capacity Labels inside covers 12 Rear Tip Over Bar Warning 1 10...

Page 23: ...ch Security Light 5 Front Brake Master Cylinder 6 Throttle Control Grip 7 Front Brake Lever 8 12 Volt Outlet CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER 9 Auxiliary Light Switch CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER 10 Fuel Cap 11 Ornamental Cap Do not remove 1 10 7 6 5 4 CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER CHIEFTAIN shown CHIEF 11 3 2 8 1 5 4 10 11 6 7 3 9 ...

Page 24: ...ard if equipped 9 Driver s Footrest 10 Gear Shifter 11 Glove Box Storage if equipped 12 Speakers 13 Mirror 14 12 Volt Outlet if equipped 15 USB Cord 16 Taillight 17 Right Rear Turn Signal 18 Left Rear Turn Signal 19 Lower Fairing Wind Deflector if equipped 20 Lower Fairing Vent if equipped 21 Lower Fairing if equipped 3 6 5 8 4 2 7 10 9 1 12 16 17 18 ROADMASTER shown 15 14 13 13 CHIEFTAIN shown 11...

Page 25: ...o Antenna if equipped 30 Side Cover Left 31 Shock Air Fill under cover CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER 32 12 Volt Outlet saddlebag CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER 33 Muffler 34 Sidestand 35 Trunk Cargo Rack if equipped 36 Trunk if equipped 37 Rear Tipover Bar if equipped 38 Front Tipover Bar if equipped 7 10 34 31 CHIEFTAIN shown 5 4 9 32 26 28 27 29 24 23 25 22 8 30 33 36 ROADMASTER shown 35 37 38 ...

Page 26: ... Turn Signal Switch Engine Starter Switch Engine Stop Run Switch LEFT TOGGLE Switch Audio Control Switches if equipped Cruise Control Switch Cruise On Off Switch Left Control Left Control Right Control Right Control RIGHT TOGGLE Switch active on CHIEFTAIN and ROADMASTER Windshield Switches if equipped ...

Page 27: ...25 Instruments Features and Controls Switches Power Switch Auxiliary Light Switch Saddlebag Trunk Lock Switch CHIEF CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER Power Switch Auxiliary Light Switch Hand Grip Heater Switch ...

Page 28: ...nd push it inward Momentary Feature Move the turn signal switch left or right and hold it in that position for at least one second The momentary feature will activate and the signal will then cancel when the switch is released Stop Run Switch Press the bottom of the switch RUN to allow the engine to start and run Press the top of the switch STOP to stop the engine See page 27 Starter Switch Use th...

Page 29: ...witch must be ON to activate the flashers but once activated the flashers will continue to flash when the power switch is turned off When the flashers are active all four turn signals flash Press the switch to activate the flashers Press the switch again to cancel the flashers Engine Stop Run Switch Use the engine stop run switch to turn the engine off quickly Press the top of the switch STOP to i...

Page 30: ...ical system is activated with either the power switch or the starter switch the key fob must be within range If the key fob is not detected the security light and or power switch will flash The electrical system will automatically shut down The starter motor will not engage during this time If a key fob is not available your personal identification number PIN can be entered using the turn signal s...

Page 31: ...rride this function and allow the headlights to operate when the engine is not running Turn the power switch on then toggle the high low headlight beam switch to turn the headlights on Auxiliary Light Switch The auxiliary lights provide additional lighting on each side of the headlight Some drivers prefer using the auxiliary lights when operating in foggy conditions or when passing a vehicle to he...

Page 32: ...hand grip heaters on The center of the switch illuminates when heaters are on Press the center of the switch to turn the heaters off The heaters have10 heat levels ranging from OFF level 0 to highest heat level 10 Press and release the top of the switch to increase the heat level by one increment Press and release the bottom of the switch to decrease heat by one increment The heaters turn off when...

Page 33: ...le lock switch the key fob must be within range If the key fob is not detected the security light and or power switch will flash The system will not perform the lock or unlock command Seat Heater Switches The seat heater toggle switches are located on the lower left edge of the seat Key Fob Lock Unlock Toggle Position Heat Setting Up HIGH Down LOW Center OFF Passenger s Switch Seat Heater Switches...

Page 34: ... Cruise control is enabled but not set When flashing a cruise control related fault exists Green Lamp Cruise control is set to the desired speed Read the safety and operation procedures before using cruise control See page 81 Check Engine If this lamp illuminates while the engine is running see your dealer promptly The light will remain on if the tilt sensor shuts down the engine If abnormal senso...

Page 35: ...ot running approximate battery voltage displays If the engine is running approximate charging voltage displays Gear Position Gear position displays at all times while the engine is running unless a fault occurs with the gear position sensor Temperature The temperature area displays ambient air temperature Fuel Range The fuel range displays the distance the motorcycle can travel on the remaining fu...

Page 36: ...splay settings Clock Tip The clock must be reset any time the battery has been disconnected or discharged 1 Use the LEFT TOGGLE switch to toggle to the odometer display 2 Press and hold the LEFT TOGGLE switch until the hour segment flashes Release the switch 3 With the segment flashing tap the LEFT TOGGLE switch to advance to the desired setting 4 Press and hold the LEFT TOGGLE switch until the ne...

Page 37: ...the engine If the CHECK ENGINE indicator lamp illuminates retrieve the error codes from the display 1 If the error codes are not displayed use the LEFT TOGGLE switch to toggle until Ck ENG displays on the main line of the display 2 Press and hold the LEFT TOGGLE switch to enter the diagnostics code menu 3 Record the three numbers displayed in the gear position clock and odometer displays 4 See an ...

Page 38: ...owing conditions Condition Indicates Action Required Engine oil pressure has dropped while the engine is running Oil pressure is below a safe operating pressure Stop the engine as soon as safely possible and check the oil level If the oil level is sufficient but LO OIL continues to display after restarting the engine stop the engine immediately ...

Page 39: ...eter The tachometer displays engine speed in revolutions per minute RPM A red line on the face of the gauge indicates the maximum safe engine speed Excessive engine speed can cause engine damage or failure which could result in serious injury or death Do not allow engine speed to exceed the red line Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge displays fuel level For the most accurate reading sit on the motorcycle a...

Page 40: ... engine is running If this lamp illuminates while the engine is running above idle speed turn the engine off as soon as safely possible and check the oil level If the oil level is correct and the lamp remains on after the engine is restarted turn the engine off immediately See your dealer Low Fuel This lamp illuminates when approximately one gallon 3 8 liters of fuel remains in the fuel tank The L...

Page 41: ...nti lock brakes will not activate but the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally Check Engine This lamp illuminates briefly when the power switch is turned ON This indicates proper function If this lamp illuminates while the engine is running see an authorized dealer promptly The light will remain on if the tilt sensor shuts down the engine If abnormal sensor or engine operati...

Page 42: ...re are four zones in the center display ZONE ONE 1 provides the time and outside air temperature While the units for time and temperature can be changed these items cannot be adjusted by the rider ZONE TWO 2 will always display audio system information ZONES THREE 3 and FOUR 4 will display vehicle engine information Tip Zone three can be set to display expanded audio information See page 43 You ca...

Page 43: ...ipped Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs Press LEFT TOGGLE repeatedly to cycle through the Zone Three displays Trip 1 Hours Distance Trip 1 Hours Distance will display the total hours and distance in miles or kilometers 1 Press and hold LEFT TOGGLE to reset Trip 1 hours and distance to zero 2 Press LEFT TOGGLE to cycle to the Trip 2 display Trip 2 Hours Distance Trip 2 Hours Distance will display the t...

Page 44: ...cycle to the Engine Hours Oil Life display Engine Hours Oil Life This screen will display the total engine hours accumulated when the engine is running Engine oil life is also displayed The rate at which oil life is reduced to 0 is determined by the following Engine break in period 0 500 miles or 804 km Routine oil change intervals Every 5 000 miles or 8 046 km Tip When engine oil life reaches 0 c...

Page 45: ...panded Audio Information In this mode the display screen will dedicate zone three to the audio system and allow for up to six lines of audio system information Press LEFT TOGGLE to cycle to Heated Grips if equipped Diagnostic Trouble Codes if present Trip 1 top of menu Heated Grips if equipped This screen displays the heated grip heat level setting The screen does not display if heaters are set at...

Page 46: ...ent ignition cycle DTCs will reappear only if the fault reoccurs after restarting the engine Retrieving Error Codes If the CHECK ENGINE indicator illuminates you can retrieve the error codes from the DTC display 1 Press and hold LEFT TOGGLE to enter the display screen Tip The CHECK ENGINE icon will appear on the screen when in the DTC display mode 2 Press LEFT TOGGLE to cycle through the list of a...

Page 47: ...ment cluster setup menus 1 Place the transmission in neutral 2 Press and hold LEFT TOGGLE and RIGHT TOGGLE simultaneously until the SETUP menu appears on the display 3 Press RIGHT TOGGLE repeatedly to cycle through the setup menu 4 Press LEFT TOGGLE to enter the desired menu Setting the Clock 1 With SET CLOCK highlighted on the setup menu press LEFT TOGGLE 2 Press LEFT TOGGLE repeatedly to set the...

Page 48: ...UNITS highlighted on the setup menu press LEFT TOGGLE 2 Press RIGHT TOGGLE repeatedly to cycle through menu items 3 Press LEFT TOGGLE to enter the desired SET UNITS menu Set Units Distance Setting Use the DISTANCE menu to change the speedometer and distance units Select either miles or kilometers 1 With DISTANCE highlighted in the SET UNITS menu press LEFT TOGGLE 2 Press RIGHT TOGGLE to select mil...

Page 49: ...o select gallon imperial gallon or liter 3 Press LEFT TOGGLE to set the desired setting 4 Press RIGHT TOGGLE to select EXIT 5 Press LEFT TOGGLE to exit Set Units Temperature Settings Use the TEMPERATURE menu to change the instrument cluster temperature units Select Fahrenheit or Celsius 1 With TEMPERATURE highlighted in the SET UNITS menu press LEFT TOGGLE 2 Press RIGHT TOGGLE to select fahrenheit...

Page 50: ...GHT TOGGLE to select 12 hour or 24 hour 3 Press LEFT TOGGLE to set the desired clock format 4 Press RIGHT TOGGLE to select EXIT 5 Press LEFT TOGGLE to exit Set Units Pressure Use the PRESSURE menu to change the pressure display format Select PSI or KPA 1 With PRESSURE highlighted in the SET UNITS menu press LEFT TOGGLE 2 Press RIGHT TOGGLE to select PSI or KPA 3 Press LEFT TOGGLE to set the desire...

Page 51: ...UR of the display screen Trip 1 Distance Instant Fuel Average Fuel Range 1 With SET BOTTOM SCREEN highlighted on the setup menu press LEFT TOGGLE 2 Press RIGHT TOGGLE repeatedly to cycle through menu items 3 Press LEFT TOGGLE to enter the desired SET UNITS menu 4 Press RIGHT TOGGLE to select EXIT 5 Press LEFT TOGGLE to exit Trip 1 Distance Display Instant Fuel Display Average Fuel Display Range Di...

Page 52: ...GGLE 2 Press RIGHT TOGGLE to select EXIT 3 Press LEFT TOGGLE to exit Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Setup Do not attempt to access the TPMS menu Without the proper training and tools you may inadvertently erase the sensor identification numbers from system memory which would disable the TPMS The TPMS setup menu allows your authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer to register new tire pressure sen...

Page 53: ...nsmission does not have to be in neutral using this method 1 Press and hold RIGHT TOGGLE until the SET BRIGHTNESS menu appears 2 Press RIGHT TOGGLE repeatedly to adjust the instrument cluster brightness 3 The menu will close after the desired brightness level is set METHOD 2 1 With SET BRIGHTNESS highlighted on the setup menu press LEFT TOGGLE 2 Press LEFT TOGGLE repeatedly to adjust the brightnes...

Page 54: ...he throttle decrease engine speed and power The control grip is spring loaded When you release the grip the throttle returns to the idle position Clutch Lever The clutch lever is located on the left handlebar Disengage the clutch before shifting gears For smooth clutch operation pull the lever quickly and release it in a brisk but controlled manner To disengage the clutch pull the lever toward the...

Page 55: ...t the valve stem then at 90 and 270 from the valve stem as required With a TPMS the pressure of each tire can be viewed in the MFD If dashes display instead of a pressure value while traveling above 15 MPH 24 km h the system may not be functioning properly See your dealer for service The TPMS warning indicator will illuminate if low tire pressure is detected Always correct low tire pressure prompt...

Page 56: ...revent scratches then remove the harness from the plastic harness support and place the harness on the towel 4 Open the saddlebag lids 5 Make sure the anti theft latches are in the up released position Tip Locking bolts if installed must be removed to access the latches This would also require removing saddlebags 6 From the rear of the motorcycle grasp the trunk bumper firmly with both hands Pull ...

Page 57: ... seat 4 Press the lid latch release button and lift the lid 5 Flip the two quick release latches upward 6 Tilt the saddlebag away from the frame of the vehicle to remove it 7 To reinstall place the hard bag in a fully seated position on the muffler NOTICE To prevent damage to components always make sure saddlebags are fully seated onto the muffler before engaging the latches 8 Make sure the rubber...

Page 58: ...f the sidestand is deployed WARNING An improperly retracted sidestand could contact the ground and cause a loss of control resulting in serious injury or death Always retract the sidestand fully before operating the motorcycle To park the motorcycle swing the end of the sidestand downward and away from the motorcycle until it is fully extended Always turn the handlebars to the left for maximum sta...

Page 59: ...nt and driving hazards for other motorists if windshield falls from the motorcycle Always make sure the windshield is fully seated before engaging latches Windshield Adjustment Applies to CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER Use the windshield switch to adjust windshield height for the best wind deflection Press the top of the switch to adjust the windshield upward Press the bottom of the switch to adjust the win...

Page 60: ...brakes for the best stopping performance 5 If the ABS light does not come on when the key is turned to the ON or PARK position see your authorized INDIAN MOTORCYLE dealer for service If the lamp continues to illuminate after vehicle speed exceeds 6 MPH 10 km h the ABS system is not functioning See your INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer promptly for service Operating with non recommended tires or improper t...

Page 61: ...djustable 1 Gently push and hold the lever away from the hand grip The adjuster wheel is located between the lever and the switch cube 2 To increase reach distance rotate the adjuster to align a lower number of hash marks with the pin 3 To decrease the reach distance rotate the adjuster to align a higher number of hash marks with the pin 4 Make sure the pin is fully seated into the selected hole R...

Page 62: ...rews Rotate the floorboard to the desired position using the indicator mark on the rear facing support as a guide then tighten the screws Torque 18 ft lbs 24 4 Nm To adjust the height remove both attachment screws Move the floorboard assembly to the next hole position then reinstall the fasteners adjust the angle and tighten the fasteners Torque 18 ft lbs 24 4 Nm Attachment Screws ...

Page 63: ... the left side of the console Do not attempt to remove the ornamental cap 1 Turn the fuel cap counter clockwise to remove it 2 See page 74 for fueling instructions 3 To tighten the cap turn it clockwise until the seal compresses onto the tank then continue to tighten until the cap ratchets several times Fuel Cap Ornamental Cap Do not remove ...

Page 64: ... service WARNING Read the entire Instruments Features and Controls section of this manual before riding your motorcycle A complete understanding of the features and capabilities of your motorcycle is essential to its safe operation Anything less may result in serious injury or death You must be familiar with all instruments and controls to perform the pre ride inspections Tip During the pre ride i...

Page 65: ...als flash as well as the corresponding light on the indicator panel Move the switch to the center position and push it inward to cancel the signal Verify that the signals and the indicator light stop flashing Repeat the procedure for the right turn signals Emergency Flashers Press the hazard switch to activate the flashers Verify that all four turn signals flash as well as the lamps on the indicat...

Page 66: ...tion and freeplay Front Suspension Check for leaks debris and damage Steering Check for smooth operation by turning handlebars full left and full right Rear Suspension Check mounting and inspect for leaks CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER Check shock movement and air pressure verify ground clearance Ride Height Make sure preload is adjusted properly for load See pages 94 97 Rear Drive Belt Check for wear or da...

Page 67: ... recommended oil See page 137 1 Start the engine and allow it to run until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Stop the engine and wait one minute before checking the oil level Tip If the oil level is not checked within 3 minutes repeat steps 1 2 3 Position the motorcycle on level ground in the fully upright and centered position 4 Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean 5 Reinstall the dipsti...

Page 68: ...pped always inspect tire pressure and condition before each ride Check tire pressure before riding when the tires are cold This will provide the most accurate reading as riding warms the tires and increases tire air pressure Tires remain warm for at least 3 hours after a ride Do not adjust tire pressure immediately after riding As tires cool the pressure will drop and result in underinflation Alwa...

Page 69: ...Add brake fluid if necessary See page 105 Front Brake Lever 1 Pull the front brake lever toward the handlebar and hold it The lever should move freely and smoothly The lever should feel firm and continue to feel firm until released 2 Release the lever It should return to its rest position quickly when released 3 If the front brake lever fails to perform as stated service the brake lever before rid...

Page 70: ...dd brake fluid as needed See page 104 Brake Lines Inspect all brake hoses and connections for dampness or stains from leaking or dried fluid Tighten any leaking connections to the proper torque values and replace components as necessary See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer WARNING Brake fluid leaks or low brake fluid levels could cause brake system fai...

Page 71: ...peration With the transmission in gear and brakes applied attempt to start the engine while the sidestand is down The engine should NEVER start in any gear except neutral if the sidestand is down If the engine starts during this test see your dealer for service Mechanical Clutch 1 Squeeze the clutch lever toward the handlebar and release it It should move freely and smoothly and it should return t...

Page 72: ...addle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright position Turn the handlebars from stop to stop The action should be smooth but not loose 2 Make sure wires hoses and control cables do not interfere with smooth steering Rear Suspension Check the rear shock absorber mounting and inspect for leaks See your dealer for service if you discover leaks or malfunction of any kind See page 94 CHIEFTAIN...

Page 73: ...hen it is hot such as immediately after riding 2 Check the drive belt teeth for stones or other debris 3 Inspect drive belt condition See page 93 If you discover cracks broken teeth or frayed edges replace the drive belt before riding See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer Fuel Level The fuel gauge displays fuel level For the most accurate reading sit on...

Page 74: ...in serious damage to the engine Follow all break in procedures carefully Avoid full throttle operation and other conditions that may place an excessive load on the engine during the break in period The more cautiously you treat your motorcycle during the break in period the more satisfied you will be with its performance later on Overloading the engine at low RPM and or running the engine prematur...

Page 75: ...re quently 301 500 484 800 Do not operate for extended periods above 3 4 throttle At 500 At 800 Perform the break in maintenance outlined in the maintenance section of this manual Break in maintenance should be performed by an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer Break in maintenance must include inspection adjustments fastener tightening and an engine oil and filter change Performing break in main...

Page 76: ...ler neck will prevent over insertion 3 Add fuel to the tank until it touches the bottom edge of the filler neck The tank is full at this level 4 Always securely install the fuel cap before remounting the motorcycle To tighten the cap turn it clockwise until the seal compresses onto the tank then continue to tighten until the cap ratchets several times NOTICE Fuel can damage painted surfaces and pl...

Page 77: ...ivates the electrical system and starts the engine Another option is to turn the power switch on and with the throttle closed press and release the starter switch to start the engine The starter motor will crank until the engine starts but no more than 3 seconds If the engine does not start wait five seconds then try again 7 If starting a COOL engine DO NOT open the throttle while starting Idle sp...

Page 78: ...cold start longer in cold weather This will allow oil to reach all areas before the engine is put under load NOTICE Do not run the engine at high RPM with the clutch disengaged or the transmission in neutral Maximum safe engine speed is 5400 RPM Never exceed the maximum safe RPM as this could result in serious engine damage NOTICE The engine is air cooled and requires unrestricted air flow to ensu...

Page 79: ...f stroke Tip The transmission is in neutral if you can move the motorcycle forward or rearward freely without disengaging the clutch If the power switch is ON the neutral indicator illuminates when the transmission is in neutral Shifting Gears While Stationary To locate neutral when the motorcycle is stationary use one of the following techniques to load and unload the transmission shift dogs whic...

Page 80: ... open the throttle in one smooth motion Tip Within the recommended speed ranges see Recommended Shift Points chart you can downshift to slow the motorcycle or to increase power You may want to downshift when climbing a hill or passing Downshifting also helps to decrease speed when combined with closing the throttle 8 To shift to a lower gear downshift simultaneously pull the clutch lever toward th...

Page 81: ...Decelerating Gear Change Recommended Speed Gear Change Recommended Speed 1 to 2 15 MPH 24 km h 6 to 5 40 MPH 64 km h 2 to 3 25 MPH 40 km h 5 to 4 35 MPH 56 km h 3 to 4 35 MPH 56 km h 4 to 3 25 MPH 40 km h 4 to 5 45 MPH 72 km h 3 to 2 15 MPH 24 km h 5 to 6 50 MPH 80 km h 2 to 1 10 MPH 16 km h ...

Page 82: ...ip rearward For even acceleration open the throttle with a smooth continuous motion When you reach the recommended speed for upshifting shift up one gear WARNING Accelerating abruptly could cause your body to shift rearward suddenly which could result in loss of control Accelerating abruptly could also cause loss of control on low traction surfaces Loss of control could result in serious injury or...

Page 83: ...or congested traffic Cruise Control Tips Cruise control can be set in gears 4 6 Vehicle speed must be above 20 MPH 32 km h Set speed will vary slightly in hilly terrain Cruise control will not resume a pre set speed if the resulting acceleration or deceleration rate is too high or too low For example resuming a set speed from 40 MPH 64 km h while in 6th gear may cause cruise to disengage Cruise co...

Page 84: ... increments Press and hold the RES ACC switch to accelerate to a new set speed resets when switch is released Tip If you use the throttle to accelerate and then release it the cruise control will resume the previously set speed Decelerate While cruise control is engaged tap and release the SET DEC switch to decrease speed in approximately 1 MPH 1 2 km h increments Press and hold the SET DEC switch...

Page 85: ...ts on the sidestand Parking on a Soft Surface If parking on a soft surface is unavoidable place a sidestand footrest under the foot of the sidestand to provide a firm surface The sidestand footrest must be strong enough and large enough to support the motorcycle s weight without sinking into the parking surface Asphalt becomes soft in hot weather A sidestand can sink into soft asphalt and the moto...

Page 86: ...n page 17 Before beginning any maintenance procedure read the instructions for the entire procedure Always position the motorcycle on a firm level surface before performing service Make sure the motorcycle will not tip or fall while elevated or while on the sidestand See page 124 Hot engine and exhaust components can cause burns to skin and can ignite a fire if exposed to flammable materials Alway...

Page 87: ... operation of all serviced components Make any corrections or additional adjustments necessary to ensure safe vehicle performance Break In Maintenance Perform the break in maintenance procedures when the motorcycle s odometer registers 500 miles 800 km Please see your authorized dealer for this service Performing the break in maintenance will help ensure optimum engine performance for the entire s...

Page 88: ...ricants and components can result in damage to the motorcycle Damage resulting from the use of non recommended products is not covered by warranty Perform maintenance at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance table beginning on page 87 Vehicles subjected to severe use must be inspected and serviced more frequently Severe Use Definition high speed operation for extended periods low spe...

Page 89: ... I Chassis Battery Connections 118 I I I I I I I I I I I I Brake Fluid 104 105 I I I R I R I R I R I R Brake Lines Brake Pads 106 I I I I I I I I I I I I Clutch Cable 102 I I L I L I L I L I L Clutch Lever Mechanical 101 102 L I L I L I L I L I L Diagnostic Codes I I I I I I I I I I I I Drive Belt Rear 71 93 I I I I I I I R I I I I Drive Belt Tension Adjustment I I See your dealer or refer to the ...

Page 90: ...adlamp 115 I I I I I I I Rear Suspension Rocker I I I I L I I L I I L I Rear Shock Unit 70 94 I I I I I I I I I I I R Rear Wheel Alignment 108 I I I I I I I I I I I I Rear Brake Pedal 103 I I I I I I I I I I I I Road Test 124 P P P P P P P P P P P P Sidestand Sidestand Safety Switch 69 101 L I L I I I I I I I I I Steering Bearings 99 I I I I I I I I I I I I Suspension Linkage Rear I I I I I I I I ...

Page 91: ...ld result in damage to the engine 1 Change the oil and filter when the engine is warm If the engine is cold start the engine and allow it to run at idle for at least 5 minutes 2 Park the motorcycle with the sidestand down on a firm level surface If using a service lift the motorcycle should be centered 3 Clean the area around the two drain plugs Place a drain pan under both drain plugs CAUTION Hot...

Page 92: ...utes 14 Stop the engine and add an additional one quart 95 l of engine oil Do not overfill Overfilling can result in loss of engine performance and an oil saturated air filter Use a suction device to remove excess oil if overfilled 15 To ensure the oil level is within the safe operating range re check the oil level as outlined on page 65 NOTICE After an oil change the low oil pressure indicator ma...

Page 93: ... Clean the filter sealing surface on the backing plate 5 Verify that the air box cover seal is properly seated in the groove around the outer edge of the air box backing plate 6 Position the air filter assembly against the air box backing plate 7 Reinstall the three screws Torque to specification Torque 5 ft lbs 7 Nm 8 Reinstall the external air box cover and screws Torque to specification Torque ...

Page 94: ...or high debris environments 1 Mix a few drops of mild dish soap with a cup of warm water 2 Use a soft nylon brush to clean the belt and sprocket teeth with the soapy water Clean well in corner areas where road debris and belt dust can collect 3 Rinse the belt with clear water then dry thoroughly Tip Do not inspect or adjust drive belt tension when the belt or drive system is wet or hot Improper ad...

Page 95: ...d or if the vehicle has been run at operating temperature within the last four hours Allow the vehicle to cool down to ambient temperature before measuring belt tension Replace the drive belt and both sprockets as a set if the drive belt has over 5 000 miles 8 000 km of service at the time of damage or failure Rear Drive Belt Wear Analysis Internal tooth cracks hairline OK to run but monitor condi...

Page 96: ...xtended 6 Measure the distance in millimeters from the center of the rear axle to the bottom of the tape Record the results as measurement M1 7 Lower the motorcycle and remove the lift 8 Load the motorcycle with all intended cargo Wearing your riding gear bring the motorcycle to the upright position and sit on the operator s seat If you plan to carry a passenger have the passenger with riding gear...

Page 97: ...ner nut is the adjuster nut Loosen the lock nut by turning it counter clockwise as viewed from the top of shock with the spanner wrench 4 Spray a light lubricant on the adjuster nut where it contacts the spring 5 Adjust shock preload by rotating the adjuster clockwise as viewed from the top of shock to INCREASE preload firm or counter clockwise to DECREASE preload softer 6 Recheck the preload meas...

Page 98: ...recommended air pump is not available use a gauge and a pressurized air source with a maximum line and gauge pressure of 150 PSI 1034 kPa After using the alternate gauge remove it quickly to minimize leakage Expect to lose up to 5 PSI 24 kPa with each pressure check Use only a dry air source such as a system with a water separator or air line dryer to prevent moisture from entering the shock CAUTI...

Page 99: ...eed 150 PSI 1034 kPa in the shock 7 Remove the hose from the air fitting and reinstall the cap Tip Expect to lose up to 5 PSI 24 kPa with each pressure check 8 Repeat the preload inspection to verify proper preload See page 94 Swing Arm Rear Axle Inspection 1 Sit in the operator s seat and slowly bounce the rear suspension a few times Make sure the suspension moves freely without binding Listen fo...

Page 100: ...r 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 t...

Page 101: ...ck If there is front to back movement at the steering head see your dealer for service 4 If steering binds feels rough or uneven or if movement is detected at the steering stem see your dealer for service 5 Rotate the front wheel and inspect for smooth rotation of front wheel bearings If roughness or unusual sounds are present see your dealer for service 6 Turn handle bars full right or left and h...

Page 102: ...he tank should be connected to the black port The purge line should be connected to the gray or natural colored port Fuel System Components 1 Inspect fuel hoses for cracks or damage 2 Inspect hose connections at the fuel tank and at the fuel rail for dampness or stains from leaks The tank connection for the fuel line is under the tank console 3 The fuel system is under pressure and caution must be...

Page 103: ...the sidestand bushing See page 69 for sidestand inspections Mechanical Clutch Lever Freeplay 1 Position the handlebars in the straight ahead position before measuring clutch lever freeplay 2 The clutch cable adjuster nut is located alongside the left down tube Hold the clutch cable Slide the rubber protective cover away from the lock nut Loosen the lock nut 3 Turn the cable adjuster inward or outw...

Page 104: ...witch 5 Reconnect the clutch cable Reinstall the lever c clip and pin 6 Adjust clutch lever freeplay See page 101 7 Tighten the adjuster nut and slide the protective cover over the adjuster Mechanical Clutch Cable Lubrication Lubricate control cable ends at the intervals recommended in the periodic maintenance table beginning on page 87 NOTICE External casings are factory lubricated Additional lub...

Page 105: ...ns Using the wrong fluid or allowing air or contaminants into the fluid system can damage the system seals or result in a malfunction that could lead to serious injury or death Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container Do not operate the front brake with the reservoir cover removed Fluid could overflow from the reservoir and allow air to enter the system Air in the brake system could caus...

Page 106: ...the right side of the vehicle 3 Wipe the fluid container and the area around the reservoir cover with a clean cloth 4 If the fluid level is low inspect brake pads as outlined on page 106 If pads are not worn beyond the service limit inspect the brake system for leaks 5 Remove the cover and diaphragm The fluid level should be above the minimum indicator mark on the reservoir body Add brake fluid as...

Page 107: ...uid See page 137 1 Position the motorcycle on level ground in the fully upright position Position the handlebars so that the fluid reservoir is level Wipe the fluid container and the area around the reservoir cover with a clean cloth 2 If the fluid level is low inspect brake pads as outlined on page 106 If pads are not worn beyond the service limit inspect the brake system for leaks 3 To add fluid...

Page 108: ...th sides of the rear disc Replace brake pads when the thinnest point of the friction material has worn to 1 0 mm Please see your dealer for this service Tip After replacing pads allow up to 250 miles 500 km of operation in urban driving conditions not highway cruising to allow pads to mate with new rotors Brakes should be used frequently During this time brake performance will be less effective Av...

Page 109: ...e of the caliper to view the friction material Anti Lock Brake System ABS Tone Ring Sensor Inspection 1 Visually inspect for damaged teeth on the front and rear ABS tone rings Inspect for nicks and dents on the face of the teeth The teeth edges should be consistent in appearance If a tone ring is damaged see your dealer for replacement as soon as possible 2 Inspect for debris adhering to the end o...

Page 110: ... and replace damaged wheels promptly Do not operate the motorcycle if wheels are damaged or cracked See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer Wheel Alignment Inspect rear wheel alignment at regular service intervals whenever the rear wheel is removed and when the rear drive belt is adjusted Please see your dealer for this service Front Wheel Installation If...

Page 111: ...en fenders swingarm drive belts and other components See the Specifications section beginning on page 133 On models equipped with innertubes innertubes MUST be replaced with new innertubes when tires are replaced Use only the proper size innertubes WARNING Mismatched tires rims and air valves may result in damage to the tire bead during mounting or may allow the tire to slip off the rim possibly r...

Page 112: ...ation refer to the manufacturing information label located on the front frame downtube See page 20 WARNING Do not exceed the maximum recommended inflation pressure to seat the bead Tire or rim failure may result Location Size Brand Type Recommended Pressure Loads up to 200 lbs 91 kg Loads up to vehicle s maximum load capacity Black Tires Front 130 90 B16 73H Dunlop Elite 3 36 psi 248 kPa 36 psi 24...

Page 113: ...N Wear eye and face protection when using pressurized air 4 To prevent debris from entering the spark plug holes use compressed air to clean the area around the plugs before removing them Tool 12 mm plug socket Tip Both spark plugs should have the same light or medium tan color deposits The electrodes should be square with sharp edges 5 Reinstall the spark plugs or install new plugs 6 Reinstall th...

Page 114: ...ess the seat mounting fasteners and the electrical connections for the saddlebags 1 Pull outward at each corner of the side cover to disengage the three darts 2 Remove the side cover from the motorcycle 3 To reinstall the side cover make sure each rubber grommet is properly positioned Align each dart with the appropriate grommet and press inward firmly to secure each dart ...

Page 115: ...o contact the rear fender Seat Installation 1 Position the seat by inserting the seat mounting tab from rear to front into the mount on the top of the frame 2 Rotate the rear of the seat downward and position the side mount seat brackets onto the frame Do not allow the seat mount brackets to contact the rear fender 3 On each side thread the seat mount bolt through the seat mount bracket and into t...

Page 116: ...der Seat Installation ROADMASTER 1 Position the seat by inserting the seat mounting tab from rear to front into the mount on the top of the frame 2 Reconnect the seat heater 3 Rotate the rear of the seat downward and position the side mount seat brackets onto the frame Do not allow the seat mount brackets to contact the rear fender 4 On each side thread the seat mount bolt through the seat mount b...

Page 117: ...e is at specification See page 110 2 Verify that rear suspension ride height preload is at specification See page 94 3 Position the motorcycle on a level surface with the headlight 25 feet 7 6 m from a wall 4 With the operator and passenger if applicable on board bring the motorcycle to the fully upright position 5 Start the engine and switch the headlamp to high beam Observe the headlight aim on ...

Page 118: ...Remove the six bolts securing the front nacelle headlight shroud Pull this piece forward to access the headlight 2 Remove the sealing boot Press the looped end of the wire bulb retainer clip and swing the end toward the center of the bulb to release it from the latch tab 3 With the wire connector attached pull the bulb out Disconnect the wire harness 4 Install the new bulb and secure the retainer ...

Page 119: ...ing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp If a lamp is touched clean it thoroughly with denatured alcohol 7 Reinstall the sealing boot Make sure it seals tightly around the bulb base and lens to prevent condensation 8 Reinstall the headlight assembly into the carrier being sure to index the assembly properly 9 Reinstall the retaining ring with the four screws Torque 12 in lbs 1 4 Nm 10...

Page 120: ...DREN Battery Removal 1 Remove the seat See page 114 WARNING Improperly connecting or disconnecting battery cables can result in an explosion and cause serious injury or death When removing the battery always disconnect the negative black cable first When reinstalling the battery always connect the negative black cable last 2 Remove the fastener securing the battery cover to the frame crossmember 3...

Page 121: ...battery box and cover for damage Be sure pads are in good condition and properly located 2 Make sure cable ends and battery terminals are clean Apply a light film of dielectric grease to the terminal bold threads 3 Carefully position the battery into the battery box with the negative terminal toward the front of the motorcycle 4 Make sure the positive cable is routed horizontally and perpendicular...

Page 122: ...e with 12 volt batteries The charger should have a maximum charging rate of 1 8 amps Charge the battery for approximately 10 hours at a rate of 1 8 amps If you use a taper or trickle charger it will take longer to charge the battery 2 After charging the battery allow the battery to sit 1 2 hours before checking the state of charge with a DC volt meter The charge should be a minimum of 12 5 DC volt...

Page 123: ...he fuse puller provided in the tool kit to remove a fuse 1 Remove the left side cover See page 112 2 Release the locking tabs then squeeze the upper and lower cover clips to remove the fuse box cover 3 After replacing a fuse reinstall the fuse box cover and side cover High Current Fuses The JCASE fuse box contains the high current fuses for the chassis vehicle control module and anti lock brake sy...

Page 124: ...onnectors on the vehicle unless directed to do so by the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual DO NOT power any accessories from the diagnostic connector under left side cover Unlocking the Security System Your dealer will provide the master personal identification number PIN for the security system Your dealer may also change the master PIN to a new rider PIN on your behalf Record both PINs on page 5 ...

Page 125: ...ntered within 20 seconds the security light and or power switch will flash for 10 seconds then the system will shut down Return to step 1 to try again Entering Your New Rider PIN 4 Enter a new 4 digit security PIN of your own choosing If the PIN is successfully entered the security light and or power switch will remain on and the horn will sound briefly Proceed to step 5 Tip If the 4 digit PIN is ...

Page 126: ... surface and lifting under the engine crankcase The platform should be a minimum of 12 inches 30 cm square DO NOT attempt to lift the motorcycle without proper equipment Always secure the motorcycle properly before lifting so it cannot tip or fall when elevated Road Test Before returning the motorcycle to regular use perform a road test in a safe area Pay special attention to the proper fit and op...

Page 127: ... ignition circuit breaker See page 121 Battery Voltage Too Low Fully charge the battery See page 120 Spark Plug s Fouled Inspect spark plugs See page 111 Spark Plug Wire s Disconnected or Loose Be sure spark plug wires are securely fastened Low Compression Please see your dealer for an engine compression test Possible Cause Possible Remedy Action Engine Stop Run Switch in Stop Position Place switc...

Page 128: ...taminated Fuel Inspect fuel for water contamination Please see your dealer Engine Oil Level Incorrect Or Wrong Type Inspect level and quality of oil See page 65 Loose Broken Shorted Ignition Coil Wires Inspect coil primary wires Please see your dealer Air Intake Restricted Inspect air filter See page 91 Intake Leaks Inspect air box throttle body and intake boot joints Possible Cause Possible Remed...

Page 129: ...s off Improperly Wired Accessory Current Draw Please see your dealer to check charging system output and current draw Possible Cause Possible Remedy Action Dust Dirt On Brake Disc s Clean disc See page 106 Worn Pads Or Disc Brake Disc Damage Inspect pads See page 106 Brake Fluid Level Low Or Fluid Contaminated Inspect fluid level fluid condition See pages 67 68 Possible Cause Possible Remedy Actio...

Page 130: ...ized water to wash the motorcycle Water may seep in and deteriorate wheel bearings brake caliper assemblies brake master cylinders electrical connectors steering head bearings and transmission seals Do not direct any water stream at air intakes exhaust outlets electrical connectors or audio system speakers Electrical components may be damaged by water Do not allow water to contact electrical compo...

Page 131: ...om use Follow these instructions to maintain the beauty of your tan leather Clean leather with a sponge and water weekly or after a long ride For best results use high quality saddle soap or leather cleaners Allow leather to dry naturally Leather absorbs moisture which can temporarily affect the shape and look of the product After cleaning or getting wet wipe the leather with a dry cloth and allow...

Page 132: ... ventilated storage location inside a garage or other structure if possible The location should have a firm flat surface and allow enough space for the motorcycle WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions Do not store the motorcycle in any area in home or garage where it could be near open flames pilot lights sparks or electric motors Do not smoke in the storage a...

Page 133: ...tires to normal pressure See page 110 Engine Protection Change the engine oil See page 89 Battery Care 1 Remove the battery See page 118 2 Clean the battery terminals first with a wire brush to remove any loose deposits 3 Wash the posts and the ends of the battery cables with a solution of one part baking soda to 16 parts water Rinse with clean water and wipe dry 4 Apply a thin film of dielectric ...

Page 134: ...m 3 Cover the motorcycle with a cover made from a durable breathable material designed for storage Covering the motorcycle helps protect it from dust and other airborne materials The cover must be of a breathable material to prevent moisture from building up on the motorcycle which can cause oxidation of metal surfaces Removal From Storage 1 Install a fully charged battery 2 Check the oil level If...

Page 135: ... 1668 mm Ground Clearance 5 5 in 140 mm 5 6 in 142 mm 5 5 in 140 mm Rake frame Trail 29 6 1 in 155 mm 25 5 9 in 150 mm 25 5 9 in 150 mm Weight Dry Weight without fuel fluids 778 lbs 354 kg Classic 801 lbs 364 kg Vintage 815 lbs 370 kg 897 lbs 408 kg Wet Weight with fuel fluids 812 lbs 369 kg Classic 835 lbs 380 kg Vintage 848 lbs 385 kg 930 lbs 422 kg Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 1260 lbs 573 ...

Page 136: ...2 Valves Per Cylinder Hydraulic Lifters Bore and Stroke 3 976 x 4 449 101mm x 113mm Fuel System Throttle Body Bore Closed Loop Fuel Injection 54 mm Exhaust System 1 into 2 with Catalytic Converter Split Dual Exhaust with Cross over Rev Limit 5400 RPM Idle RPM 800 50 RPM Fully Warm Lubrication System Semi Dry Sump Spark Plug Gap NGK DCPR8E 034 inch 0 90 mm Chassis Front Suspension Type Travel Teles...

Page 137: ...ion Type 6 Speed Constant Mesh Foot Shift 1st Gear Ratio 2 733 1 2nd Gear Ratio 1 864 1 3rd Gear Ratio 1 385 1 4th Gear Ratio 1 103 1 5th Gear Ratio 0 943 1 6th Gear Ratio 0 811 1 Gear Shift Pattern 1 Down 5 Up Final Drive Type Belt Drive 152 Tooth Transmission 30 Tooth Rear Wheel 66 Tooth Ratio 2 2 1 Overall Gear Ratio 1st Gear 9 403 1 2nd Gear 6 411 1 3rd Gear 4 763 1 4th Gear 3 796 1 5th Gear 3...

Page 138: ...3 Electrical Alternator 710W 2000 RPM Battery 12 volt 18 amp hour 310 CCA cold cranking amps Sealed Glass Mat Power Points Front 10 amp maximum Rear 10 amp maximum Combined 10 amp maximum Voltage Regulator 14 4 volts 42 amp Lamps all bulbs are 12 volt Headlight HB2 12V 60 55W CHIEF CHIEFTAIN Non Serviceable LED ROADMASTER Auxiliary Light H8 35W 35W CHIEF CHIEFTAIN Non Serviceable LED ROADMASTER Ta...

Page 139: ...s possible Engine Oil Recommendation We recommend the use of INDIAN MOTORYCLE Premium Synthetic Blend 20W 40 Engine Oil for your motorcycle This oil is formulated with synthetic based oil and premium engine additive which have physical properties that meet API SM and ILSAC GF 4 specifications Do not blend oil additives with engine oil If oil must be added in an emergency and the recommended oil is...

Page 140: ... based upon local laws and regulations REGISTRATION At the time of sale the Warranty Registration Form must be completed by your dealer and submitted to INDIAN MOTORCYCLE within ten days of purchase Upon receipt of this registration INDIAN MOTORCYCLE will record the registration for warranty No verification of registration will be sent to the purchaser as the copy of the Warranty Registration Form...

Page 141: ... compensation snow water dirt or other foreign substance ingestion contamination improper maintenance modified components use of aftermarket or unapproved components accessories or attachments unauthorized repairs or repairs made after the warranty period expires or by an unauthorized repair center This warranty excludes damages or failures caused by abuse accident fire or any other cause other th...

Page 142: ... PERSON FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY INDIAN MOTORCYCLE SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY DESCRIPTION WHETHER ARISING OUT OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER CONTRACT NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORT OR OTHERWISE THIS EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTAL INCIDENTAL AND SPECIAL DAMAGES IS INDEPENDENT FROM AND SHALL SURVIVE ANY FINDING THAT THE EXCLUSIVE...

Page 143: ...the selling dealer s authorized location as proof of residence Upon residence verification the servicing dealer will be authorized to perform the warranty repair If you move If you move to another country be sure to contact INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Customer Assistance and the customs department of the destination country before you move Vehicle importation rules vary considerably from country to country ...

Page 144: ...cle is registered outside of the country where it was purchased and you have not followed the procedure set above your vehicle will no longer be eligible for warranty or service bulletin coverage of any kind other than safety bulletins Vehicles registered to Government officials or military personnel on assignment outside of the country where the vehicle was purchased will continue to be covered b...

Page 145: ...ipes or any other component which conducts exhaust gasses Removal or puncturing of any part of the intake system Lack of proper maintenance Replacing any moving part of the vehicle or parts of the exhaust system or intake system with parts other than those specified by the manufacturer This product should be checked for repair or replacement if the motorcycle noise has increased significantly thro...

Page 146: ... provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your motorcycle Your emission control system may include parts such as the fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter and engine computer Also included may be hoses belts connectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists INDIAN MOTORCYCLE will repair your motorcycle at no cos...

Page 147: ...nia Air Resources Board P O Box 8001 9528 Telstar Avenue El Monte CA 91734 8001 INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY hereinafter INDIAN MOTORCYCLE warrants that each new 2015 and later INDIAN motorcycle that includes as standard equipment a headlight taillight and stoplight and is street legal A is designed built and equipped so as to conform at the time of initial retail purchases with all applicable regula...

Page 148: ...densers and spark plugs if failure occurs prior to the first scheduled replacement and hoses clamps fittings and tubing used directly in these parts Since emission related parts may vary from model to model certain models may not contain all of these parts and certain models may contain functionally equivalent parts In the State of California only Emission Control System emergency repairs as provi...

Page 149: ... replacements improperly installed Use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to INDIAN MOTORCYCLE specifications which adversely affect performance and or Use in competitive racing or related events B Inspections replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance C Any motorcycle on which the odometer mileage has been changed so that actual mile...

Page 150: ...UDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE EXPRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY TERMS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY THE FOREGOING STATEMENTS OF WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU C No dealer is authorized to mo...

Page 151: ...149 Maintenance Log Maintenance Performed Miles Km Notes Performed by ...

Page 152: ...150 Maintenance Log Maintenance Performed Miles Km Notes Performed by ...

Page 153: ...use voice activated devices iPod iPhone Device Compatibility Your radio will connect with the following iPod and iPhone models Update your iPod and iPhone devices to the latest software before use Made for Made for iPod and Made for iPhone mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone respectively and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple...

Page 154: ...79 kHz Europe 50 FM 87 5 to 108 00 MHz 50 kHz steps MW 531 to 1602 kHz LW 153 to 279 kHz Australia FM 87 5 to 108 0 MHz AM 531 to 1701 kHz Japan FM 76 1 to 89 9 MHz AM 522 to 1629 kHz Taiwan FM 87 5 to 108 0 MHz AM 531 to 1701 kHz Radio Sources North America Sources FM AM WX USB NAV Bluetooth Europe Europe 50 Sources FM MW LW USB NAV Bluetooth Japan Taiwan Sources FM AM USB NAV Bluetooth Australia...

Page 155: ...o System Audio System Introduction Audio Menu Options Audio Output Bass Mid Treble Fader Automatic Volume Control AVC Bluetooth Setup Driver Device NAV Audio AM FM Clear Preset Radio Broadcast Data System RBDS ...

Page 156: ...n Off Volume Menu Scroll 2 Tuner Music Track Select Menu Navigation 3 Preset Button Select Enter Menus 4 Mute Push to Talk PTT Voice Recognition 5 Mode Button Tip Some mode menu options have sub menus Sources and menu options will be displayed only for installed components 2 1 3 4 5 VOL VOL TUNE TUNE PRESET MUTE PTT MODE ...

Page 157: ...o 2 and three 3 USB Connector A USB connector cord is located on the right side of the lower front fairing A pouch is provided to hold your device while operating This pouch is padded and tethered to the fairing to securely hold your device Tip Device to USB adapters are not supplied with the motorcycle and must be purchased separately Reference device owner s manual for USB accessory adapter info...

Page 158: ...ill display the last active entertainment source The volume level when power is turned on will default to the level in use when power was last turned off limited to level 15 Audio System Volume Audio is active in either the speakers or the headsets The volume controls will adjust the volume in the speakers or in the driver s Bluetooth headset Tip On some headsets the user must press or or rotate t...

Page 159: ...ess and hold to transmit on GMRS if connected and headset is paired Low Voltage Mute If the battery voltage drops to 10 5 0 5 volts the radio will mute to reduce voltage drain on the battery Full volume will be restored when the battery voltage returns to 11 5 12 5 volts If battery voltage drops below 8 5 volts the radio will turn off Radio function will not be available until the battery is charg...

Page 160: ...enabled Bluetooth Driver if enabled FM source All models shown with RBDS FULL AM source All models excluding Europe MW Medium Wave source Europe models only LW Long Wave source Europe models only WX Weather source North America models only USB sources All models Flash memory connected iPhone iPod connected Pandora on iPhone iPod only Pandora is currently available only in the United States Austral...

Page 161: ...adio sources are in Europe only 1 Press repeatedly to choose the desired audio source 2 Use the tune buttons on the left control to tune radio stations Press and release or to locate stations in single step increments 3 Press and hold or to seek for radio stations The radio will slew until the tune button is released At that time the radio will seek to the next strong radio station signal FM stati...

Page 162: ... station 3 Press and hold 4 Press or to cycle to an available preset location The preset location displays on the screen Tip Saving a radio station without picking a location will save the station in the next available location 5 When the desired location is displayed press 6 The station will be stored Tip If the desired preset location already contains a stored radio station it will be overwritte...

Page 163: ... given location When traveling if a channel becomes unavailable search for another active channel 2 Press or to select a channel USB Audio Source Flash Memory Stick Connect the USB memory stick to the USB connector cable The following music files are recognized by the radio WAV OGG MP3 FLAC Music files not recognized by the radio will be ignored 1 Press and release until USB is active When USB is ...

Page 164: ...elect the new song choice and exit to active source display 4 Press to exit without selecting a new song track Category Select 1 Press and hold until the category list appears Tip Pandora will appear only if device is connected via USB and is capable of running Pandora 2 To navigate the categories press and release or Press and hold to continuously scroll through the list 3 Press and release or to...

Page 165: ...onnect a compatible iPhone or iPod device to the USB connector 2 Press and release until Pandora is displayed in the screen Tip If Pandora is the currently playing app on the device the USB source displays information and enables features specific to the app If it is not you must select Pandora from the category menu Press and hold 3 To give a THUMBS UP for the current song press and hold 4 To giv...

Page 166: ...levels within the NAV MP3 unit Volume settings in the motorcycle s audio system control NAV MP3 volume but navigation instructions may be difficult to hear if volume levels in the unit are set too low See the GARMIN information for setting procedures The recommended initial settings are 100 80 80 MASTER 100 NAVIGATION 80 MEDIA 80 Pause or stop the MP3 player to play audio from radio source If play...

Page 167: ... all the way up Bluetooth Source Driver When a device is paired and connected to the Driver Device location selecting this mode will stream music to the radio When a device is paired but not connected to a Bluetooth source location the display will alternate between SEARCHING and NOT CONNECTED When a device is paired to a Bluetooth source and is in the process of connecting to the radio CONNECTING...

Page 168: ...Bluetooth Setup Menu 1 Press and hold until the system enters the audio system mode menus 2 Press and release to cycle through the menu items until BLUETOOTH SETUP is displayed Press and release to access the Bluetooth Setup Menu options 3 In the Bluetooth Setup Menu press or to navigate through selections Select DRIVE DEVICE 4 Press or to navigate through selections until the device you want to c...

Page 169: ... microphone Press and release or press and release while in voice recognition mode to re send or resume voice recognition request When the phone call is initiated DIALING and either the caller ID or OUTGOING CALL will be displayed Press to cancel outgoing call if desired When the call is answered the screen will display CONNECTED Press and release to end the phone call Receiving Answering Phone Ca...

Page 170: ...and mode supports the Siri Eyes Free feature on select iPhone models so you can use Siri without having to look at the screen For example Play songs by Get directions to Read my notifications Send a message to For additional commands consult your device s owner s manual Siri is available on iPhone 4s iPhone 5 iPad 3rd and 4th generations iPad mini and iPod touch 5th generation and requires interne...

Page 171: ...BDS screen press and release to return to the beginning of the mode menu list Exiting Mode Menu Exit the screen and return to the default display in one of two ways 1 Wait 10 seconds The system will automatically exit 2 Press or to exit Audio Output Select Use the audio output select menu to direct the audio output to either the external speakers or headsets Speakers Headsets 1 Press or to adjust ...

Page 172: ...peakers Tip Fader setting menu not shown if headsets are selected as the output 3 Press and release to move to next selection Automatic Volume Control AVC When set this feature will lower or raise the speaker headset volume automatically based on vehicle speed Off No Adjustment Low Least aggressive setting Medium Moderate setting High Most aggressive setting 1 Press or to adjust the automatic volu...

Page 173: ...to access the Bluetooth Setup Menu options Tip The Bluetooth setup menu is not available when the motorcycle is moving or when the screen is set to display Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs Bluetooth Setup Menu The Bluetooth Setup Menu provides the following selections DRIVE H SET Pair unpair driver headset s DRIVE DEVICE Pair unpair driver device s EXIT Exit Bluetooth Setup Menu 1 Press and release o...

Page 174: ...ne of each pair ing position Tip Turning the source off in the MODE MENU will not prevent the device from connecting it only prevents it from appearing on the audio source loop This allows a device to be paired and connected only for the purpose of receiving phone calls Left hand audio controls are limited to basic functions when devices are connected via Bluetooth To maintain full left hand audio...

Page 175: ... release 6 Press to select ADD H SET Tip Sena SMH10 motorcycle Bluetooth headsets are recommended Reference the headset user manual to enable Bluetooth pairing The radio will search for the headset 7 When the headset is found its name will be displayed 8 Press and release to pair the headset with the radio 9 The radio will display PAIRING during the pairing process Tip If prompted to enter a pairi...

Page 176: ...scroll to ADD DEVICE 6 Press and release to select The radio will search for the device When the device is found its name will display 7 Press and release to pair the device with the radio 8 After pressing a confirmation screen will appear Verify the code on the device matches the code displayed on the screen Use or to scroll to YES Push to enter key Tip Select NO if the codes do not match Perform...

Page 177: ...ct YES and then press and release to unpair all devices The radio will unpair all of the devices from this location and return to the Bluetooth Setup Menu 5 To unpair individual devices in the DRIVE H SET location press and release or to select the device you want to unpair 6 Press and release to select the device 7 Press and release or to select UNPAIR 8 Push and release to unpair the device UNPA...

Page 178: ...Tuner Clear Presets 1 To clear all FM or AM radio station presets press or to select FM or AM clear presets 2 Press to clear the presets for the desired tuner band 3 Press and release to move to the next selection Radio Broadcast Data System RBDS 1 Press or to turn the Radio Broadcast Data System RBDS When on the screen will display artist song title etc if available in the radio signal OFF ON Sta...

Page 179: ...5 This screen will appear if steps 1 4 were performed correctly Tip If you do not see this screen perform steps 1 4 again 6 Press and release to move to Key Pad Diagnostics Key Pad Diagnostics Key pad diagnostics allows the user to the test the function of each button on the left hand audio control block 1 Press and release each of the audio control buttons to test the function of each button 2 Ob...

Page 180: ...ORTH AMERICA USA CANADA MEXICO EUROPE EUROPE 50 JAPAN AUSTRALIA TAIWAN 1 Press and release or to make a new selection 2 Turn the power switch OFF then ON to save the new tuner location Speed Diagnostic The Speed Diagnostic menu displays vehicle speed Use this menu to verify the radio system is receiving a speed signal from the vehicle control module 1 Press and release to return to the radio hardw...

Page 181: ...tting GMRS TX will be displayed on the screen Tip The radio will delay the audio source if active for 15 seconds after receiving or transmitting communications To return immediately to the active media source after receiving or transmitting push and release Audio Compliance Information FCC and Industry Canada Compliance Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth...

Page 182: ... Brake Pedal Inspection 67 Disc Inspection Cleaning 106 Front Brake Fluid 67 105 Front Brake Lever 59 105 Hoses Connections 103 Lubrication 103 Rear Brake Fluid 68 104 Rear Brake Pedal 59 Braking 80 Break In Maintenance 85 Break in Procedure 73 Break In Engine 72 73 Breather Hose Inspection 99 C Cargo Distribution 15 Cargo Safety 15 Check Engine Indicator CHIEF 35 Cleaning Products 128 Clock Reset...

Page 183: ...tion Key Fob 28 Ignition Keyless 28 Indicator Lamps CHIEF 32 Indicator Lamps CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER 38 39 Instrument Cluster CHIEF 32 36 Instrument Cluster CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER 37 51 L Labels Information 20 Labels Safety 20 Leather Care 129 Leather Care Tan 129 Light Switch Auxiliary Lights 29 M Maintenance Break In Maintenance 85 Major Maintenance 85 Periodic Maintenance 86 88 Maintenance for Safet...

Page 184: ... 132 Rodents 132 Storage Area 130 Tire Inflation 131 Suspension Inspection Front 70 97 98 Suspension Inspection Rear 70 Swing Arm Inspection 97 Switches 24 31 Audio Switches 28 Auxiliary Light Switch 29 Cruise Control Switches 28 Engine Starter Switch 28 Engine Stop Run Switch 27 Hand Grip Heater Switch 30 Hazard Switch 27 High Low Headlight Beam Switch 29 Ignition Light Switch 29 Power Switch 27 ...

Page 185: ...To locate your nearest dealer visit www indianmotorcycle com Indian Motorcycle Company 2100 Highway 55 Medina MN 55340 Phone 1 877 204 3697 French 1 800 268 6334 Part No 9925951 Rev 01 Printed in USA ...

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