Indian Motorcycle Chief 2010, Manual

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handlebar height. Push fi rmly on upper windshield to
remove windshield from upper mounts. Pull up and out
on windshield to remove from motorcycle. To install
reverse directions.
WARNING! Placing excessive weight and uneven
distribution in the saddlebags will adversely affect the
handling of your motorcycle. This may cause loss of
control of the motorcycle, resulting in possible personal
injury and damage to your motorcycle
Ø VOID - This motorcycle has been carefully designed
and engineered to be ridden in its original confi guration.
The addition of accessories can alter the operator’s
riding position and/or adversely affect the handling of
the motorcycle. These items should be properly installed
by your authorized Indian Motorcycle Corporation dealer
to maintain the validity of your Indian Warranties.
WARNING! Never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating for this motorcycle. Overloading the motorcycle
may cause unstable handling and reduced braking
effi ciency which could, in turn, result in personal injury
and damage to the motorcycle.
Tire Information
Tread wear indicators (TWI) are required by law. Th ese
indicators are located in at least six places on the tread
circumference and become visible at a tread depth of
approximately 1/16 in. (1.5 mm), at which point the
tire is considered to be worn and should be replaced.
Th
e tread wear indicators appear as a solid band across
the tread. ( See fi gure 18).
Figure 18: Tire Tread Wear
WARNING!
Do not allow your tires to wear excessively. As tread
depth approaches 1/16 in. (1.5 mm), the adhesion
properties on a wet or icy road are sharply reduced.
Depending upon the weather and/or the road surface
conditions, the tire traction varies widely.
Features and Safety
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