Indian Motorcycle SCOUT BOBBER 2021, Owner'S Manual

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• Upon initial start-up, do not allow the engine to idle for long
periods as overheating can occur.
• Avoid fast starts with wide open throttle. Drive slowly until the
engine warms up.
• Avoid running the engine at extremely low RPM in higher gears
(lugging the engine).
• Drive within the recommended operating speeds and gears.
See page 54.
OOPPEERRAATTIINNGG SSPPEEEEDDSS AANNDD GGEEAARRSS
ODOMETER
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
MILES KM
0-90 0-145 Do not operate for extended periods above 1/3
throttle or at any one throttle position. Vary engine
speed frequently.
91-300 146-483 Do not operate for extended periods above 1/2
throttle or at any one throttle position. Vary engine
speed frequently.
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 a dealership.
Break-in maintenance must include inspection,
adjustments, fastener tightening and an engine oil
and filter change. Performing break-in maintenance
at the required odometer reading helps ensure peak
engine performance, minimal exhaust emissions and
maximum service life of the engine.
FFUUEELLIINNGG
Always dismount the motorcycle and refuel on level ground with
the sidestand down. Review the fuel warnings. See page 16. Use
only the recommended fuel. See the Fuel Recommendation section
for details.
WARNING
Overflows or spilled gasoline could contact a hot engine or
exhaust system and cause a fire, which could result in serious
injury or death. Do not allow gasoline to contact hot components.
WARNING
Always open the fuel cap slowly and fill the fuel tank slowly to
prevent spillage. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Leave space in the
tank to allow for the fuel to expand.
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OPERATION