Indian Motorcycle Indian Scout, Rider'S Manual

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Safety
Modifications
Modifying the motorcycle by removing any equipment or by
adding equipment not approved by the manufacturer may
void your warranty. Such modifications could make the
motorcycle unsafe to ride and could result in severe injury
to operator or passenger, as well as damage to the
motorcycle. Some modifications may not be legal in your
area of operation. If in doubt, contact your authorized
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer.
Parking the Motorcycle
When leaving the motorcycle unattended, turn the engine
off. Remove the ignition key to prevent unauthorized use.
Park the motorcycle where people are not likely to touch the
hot engine or exhaust system or place combustible
materials near these hot areas. Do not park near a
flammable source such as a kerosene heater or an open
flame, where hot components could ignite combustible
materials.
Park the motorcycle on a firm, level 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 52.
Saddlebags
Whenever operating with saddlebags or while carrying
cargo:
• Never ride at excessive speeds. Saddlebags and cargo,
combined with the lifting or buffeting effects of wind, can
make the motorcycle unstable and cause loss of control.
• Distribute weight evenly on each side of the motorcycle.
• Do not exceed the individual weight limit of each
saddlebag.
• NEVER EXCEED GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING
(GVWR) or the GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR),
regardless of whether or not the saddlebags are loaded to
capacity. Exceeding the weight rating can reduce stability
and handling and cause loss of control.