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2023 Indian Challenger Owner’s Manual

  • i 2023 Indian Challenger and Pursuit Owner’s Manual
  • ii Congratulations
  • iii Safety Symbols and Signal Words
  • Table Of Contents
  • Chapter 1: Introduction
    • 1.1.1: Identification Number Records
    • 1.1.2: Service and Warranty Information
      • 1.1.2.1: Operating Motorcycle Outside the U.S.A.
    • 1.1.3: Engine Identification Number
    • 1.1.4: Device Compliance Statements
    • 1.1.5: Reporting Safety Defects
    • 1.1.6: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
    • 1.1.7: Electromagnetic Interference
  • Chapter 2: Safety
    • 2.2.1: About the Rider’s Manual
    • 2.2.2: Safe Riding Practices
      • 2.2.2.1: Motorcycling Has Inherent Risks
      • 2.2.2.2: Design Characteristics Affect Riding
      • 2.2.2.3: Follow These General Safe Riding Practices
    • 2.2.3: Protective Apparel
    • 2.2.4: Carrying a Passenger
    • 2.2.5: Carrying Cargo
    • 2.2.6: Saddlebags and Other Storage
    • 2.2.7: Use of Accessories
    • 2.2.8: Modifications
    • 2.2.9: Parking the Motorcycle
    • 2.2.10: Anti-Lock Brake System Response
    • 2.2.11: Fuel and Exhaust Safety
    • 2.2.12: Safety Maintenance
    • 2.2.13: Transporting the Motorcycle
    • 2.2.14: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
    • 2.2.15.1: Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    • 2.2.15.2: Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) and Noise Emission Control Information (NECI)
    • 2.2.15.3: Highway Bar Warning
    • 2.2.15.4: Operator Warning/Fuel Recommendation
    • 2.2.15.5: Shock Pressure Warning
    • 2.2.15.6: Cargo Limit Warning
    • 2.2.15.7: Windshield Warning
  • Chapter 3: Instruments, Features and Controls
    • 3.3.1: Console
    • 3.3.2: Switch Locations
      • 3.3.2.1: Left Control
      • 3.3.2.2: Right Control
      • 3.3.2.3: Toggle Switches
    • 3.3.3: Switch Symbols
    • 3.3.4: Switches
      • 3.3.4.1: Power Switch
      • 3.3.4.2: Engine Stop/Run Switch
      • 3.3.4.3: Cruise Control Switch
      • 3.3.4.4: Windshield Switch
      • 3.3.4.5: High/Low Headlight Beam Switch
      • 3.3.4.6: Horn Switch
      • 3.3.4.7: Hazard Switch
      • 3.3.4.8: Audio Control Switch (if equipped)
      • 3.3.4.9: Auxiliary Light Switch (if equipped)
      • 3.3.4.10: Keyless Ignition
      • 3.3.4.11: Saddlebag Lock Switch (if equipped)
      • 3.3.4.12: Heated Seat Switches (if equipped)
    • 3.3.5: Instrument Cluster
      • 3.3.5.1: Indicator Lamps
      • 3.3.5.2: Speedometer
      • 3.3.5.3: Tachometer
      • 3.3.5.4: Fuel Gauge Display
      • 3.3.5.5: Rear Cylinder Deactivation (if equipped)
    • 3.3.6: Ride Command
      • 3.3.6.1: Overview
      • 3.3.6.2: Ride Command Buttons
        • 3.3.6.2.1: Rider Screens
        • 3.3.6.2.2: Navigation
        • 3.3.6.2.3: Control Panel
        • 3.3.6.2.4: Phone
        • 3.3.6.2.5: Audio Screen
      • 3.3.6.3: Ride Command Hand Controls
        • 3.3.6.3.1: Media Switch
        • 3.3.6.3.2: Select Switch
        • 3.3.6.3.3: Trigger Switches
      • 3.3.6.4: Ride Command Ride Modes
      • 3.3.6.5: Ride Command Settings
      • 3.3.6.6: Traction Control
      • 3.3.6.7: Electronic Shock Preload (If Equipped)
      • 3.3.6.8: Electronic Shock Preload (If Equipped) Calibration
      • 3.3.6.9: Heated Grips Heat Level Setting (if equipped)
      • 3.3.6.10: Heated Seats Heat Level Setting (if equipped)
      • 3.3.6.11: Bluetooth® Pairing
      • 3.3.6.12: Update Software and Maps
      • 3.3.6.13: Over the Air Updates
      • 3.3.6.14: USB Port
      • 3.3.6.15: Apple CarPlay®
    • 3.3.7: Misfire Detection
    • 3.3.8: Battery Charge Port/Heated Gear Plug
    • 3.3.9: Headlights
    • 3.3.10: Throttle Control Grip
    • 3.3.11: Clutch Lever
    • 3.3.12: Gear Shift Lever
    • 3.3.13: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • 3.3.14: Lower Fairing (If Equipped)
    • 3.3.15: Trunk (if equipped)
    • 3.3.16: Hard Trunk Removal (If Equipped)
    • 3.3.17: Saddlebags
    • 3.3.18: Saddlebag Closure
    • 3.3.19: Sidestand
    • 3.3.20: Windshield
      • 3.3.20.1: Windshield Removal
      • 3.3.20.2: Windshield Care
    • 3.3.21: Mirrors
    • 3.3.22: Brakes
      • 3.3.22.1: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
      • 3.3.22.2: Front Brake Lever
      • 3.3.22.3: Rear Brake Pedal
    • 3.3.23: Fuel Cap
  • Chapter 4: Pre-Ride Inspections
    • 4.4.1: Overview
      • 4.4.1.1: Electrical Inspections
      • 4.4.1.2: General Inspections
    • 4.4.2: Engine Oil Level
    • 4.4.3: Tires
      • 4.4.3.1: Tire Pressure
      • 4.4.3.2: Tire Condition
      • 4.4.3.3: Tire Tread Depth
    • 4.4.4: Front Brake Fluid Level
    • 4.4.5: Front Brake Lever
    • 4.4.6: Rear Brake Pedal
    • 4.4.7: Rear Brake Fluid Level
    • 4.4.8: Brake Lines
    • 4.4.9: Throttle
    • 4.4.10: Mechanical Clutch
    • 4.4.11: Side-stand
    • 4.4.12: Fasteners
    • 4.4.13: Front Suspension
    • 4.4.14: Steering
    • 4.4.15: Rear Suspension
    • 4.4.16: Rear Drive Belt
    • 4.4.17: Fuel Level
  • Chapter 5: Operation
    • 5.5.1: Overview
    • 5.5.2: Engine Break-In
    • 5.5.3: Operating Speeds and Gears
    • 5.5.4: Fueling
    • 5.5.5: Priming the Fuel System
    • 5.5.6: Starting the Engine
    • 5.5.7: Shifting Gears
      • 5.5.7.1: Shifting Gears While Stationary
      • 5.5.7.2: Shifting Gears While Driving
      • 5.5.7.3: Recommended Shift Points
    • 5.5.8: Braking
    • 5.5.9: Accelerating
    • 5.5.10: Stopping the Engine
    • 5.5.11: Using Cruise Control
      • 5.5.11.1: Cruise Control Tips
      • 5.5.11.2: Set Speed
      • 5.5.11.3: Resume Speed
      • 5.5.11.4: Accelerate
      • 5.5.11.5: Decelerate
      • 5.5.11.6: Cancel Cruise Control
    • 5.5.12: Parking
    • 5.5.13: Parking on a Slope
    • 5.5.14: Parking on a Soft Surface
  • Chapter 6: Maintenance
    • 6.6.1: Safety During Service Procedures
    • 6.6.2: Road Tests
    • 6.6.3: Major Maintenance
    • 6.6.4: Break-In Maintenance
    • 6.6.5: Periodic Maintenance
      • 6.6.5.1: Severe Use Definition
    • 6.6.6: Maintenance Intervals
    • 6.6.7: Engine Oil/Filter Change
    • 6.6.8: Air Filter
    • 6.6.9: Cooling System
      • 6.6.9.1: Coolant Level Inspection
      • 6.6.9.2: Adding Coolant
    • 6.6.10: Rear Drive Belt Cleaning
    • 6.6.11: Rear Drive Belt Condition
    • 6.6.12: Rear Drive Belt Wear Analysis
    • 6.6.13: Drive Belt Adjustment
    • 6.6.14: Shock Preload Adjustment
    • 6.6.15: Swing Arm/Rear Axle Inspection
    • 6.6.16: Front Fork/Suspension Inspection
    • 6.6.17: Steering Head Inspection
    • 6.6.18: Evaporative Emission Control System (California and International Models)
    • 6.6.19: Fuel System Components
    • 6.6.20: Fuel Tank Removal
    • 6.6.21: Throttle Control Inspection
    • 6.6.22: Sidestand Lubrication
    • 6.6.23: Mechanical Clutch Lever Freeplay
    • 6.6.24: Mechanical Clutch Lever Lubrication
    • 6.6.25: Mechanical Clutch Cable Lubrication
    • 6.6.26: Brake Hoses/Connections
    • 6.6.27: Rear Brake Pedal
    • 6.6.28: Brake Fluid Precautions
    • 6.6.29: Rear Brake Fluid
    • 6.6.30: Front Brake Lever
    • 6.6.31: Front Brake Fluid
    • 6.6.32: Brake Disc Inspection/Cleaning
    • 6.6.33: Brake Pads
      • 6.6.33.1: Front Brake Pad Inspection
      • 6.6.33.2: Rear Brake Pad Inspection
    • 6.6.34: Wheel Inspection
    • 6.6.35: Wheel Alignment
    • 6.6.36: Front Wheel Installation
    • 6.6.37: Tires
      • 6.6.37.1: Tire Replacement
      • 6.6.37.2: Tire Condition
      • 6.6.37.3: Tire Tread Depth
      • 6.6.37.4: Tire Pressure
      • 6.6.37.5: Tire Pressure Chart
    • 6.6.38: Spark Plugs
    • 6.6.39: Side Covers
    • 6.6.40: Seat Removal
    • 6.6.41: Seat Installation
    • 6.6.42: Headlight Aim Inspection
    • 6.6.43: Headlight Aim Adjustment
    • 6.6.44: LED Taillight/Brake Light Replacement
    • 6.6.45: LED Turn Signal Replacement
    • 6.6.46: Battery
      • 6.6.46.1: Battery Removal
      • 6.6.46.2: Battery Installation
      • 6.6.46.3: Battery Charging
      • 6.6.46.4: Key Fob Battery Life
      • 6.6.46.5: FOB Battery Disposal
    • 6.6.47: Battery Charging and Maintenance
      • 6.6.47.1: AGM Battery Charger Recommendations
      • 6.6.47.2: AGM Battery Charging Recommendations – Low Charge
      • 6.6.47.3: AGM Battery Charging Recommendations – Deeply Discharged (Below 3 Volts)
      • 6.6.47.4: AGM Battery Charging Recommendations Table
      • 6.6.47.5: AGM Battery Maintenance Tips
    • 6.6.48: Fuse Replacement
      • 6.6.48.1: Standard Fuses
      • 6.6.48.2: High-Current Fuses
      • 6.6.48.3: Electrical Precautions
    • 6.6.49: Unlocking the Security System
    • 6.6.50: Changing Your Security System PIN
    • 6.6.51: Engine Compression Test
    • 6.6.52: Exhaust System Inspection
    • 6.6.53: Elevating the Motorcycle
    • 6.6.54: Road Test
    • 6.6.55: Fastener Inspection
    • 6.6.56: Fastener Torques
    • 6.6.57: Troubleshooting
      • 6.6.57.1: Engine Cranks But Will Not Start
      • 6.6.57.2: Starter Motor Clicks, Does Not Turn or Turns Slowly
      • 6.6.57.3: Engine Starts But Misses or Runs Poorly
      • 6.6.57.4: Shifting Difficulties or Hard to Find Neutral
      • 6.6.57.5: Battery Charging Rate Low or Battery Discharges
      • 6.6.57.6: Brake Noise/Poor Brake Performance
      • 6.6.57.7: Anti-Lock Brake Light Remains Illuminated or Illuminates Intermittently
  • Chapter 7: Cleaning and Storage
    • 7.7.1: Cleaning Products
    • 7.7.2: Washing the Motorcycle
    • 7.7.3: Windshield Care
    • 7.7.4: Matte Clear Coat Finish Care
    • 7.7.5: Gloss Clear Coat Finish Care
    • 7.7.6: Infotainment Touchscreen Care
    • 7.7.7: Storage Area Preparation
    • 7.7.8: Clean and Protect the Motorcycle
    • 7.7.9: Fuel Stabilizer
    • 7.7.10: Tire Inflation
    • 7.7.11: Engine Protection
    • 7.7.12: Battery Care
    • 7.7.13: Maintenance During Storage
    • 7.7.14: Rodents
    • 7.7.15: Park and Cover the Motorcycle
    • 7.7.16: Removal From Storage
  • Chapter 8: Specifications
    • 8.8.1: Challenger Specifications
    • 8.8.2: Pursuit Specifications
    • 8.8.3: Fuel Recommendation
    • 8.8.4: Engine Oil Recommendation
    • 8.8.5: Engine Coolant Recommendation
    • 8.8.6: Fork Oil
    • 8.8.7: Brake Fluid
  • Chapter 9: Warranty
    • 9.9.1: INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Warranty Policy
      • 9.9.1.1: LIMITED WARRANTY
      • 9.9.1.2: REGISTRATION
      • 9.9.1.3: WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS for Ride Command and associated connected services
      • 9.9.1.4: LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES
        • 9.9.1.4.1: LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS
      • 9.9.1.5: HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
      • 9.9.1.6: EXPORTED VEHICLES
      • 9.9.1.7: NOTICE
      • 9.9.1.8: Motorcycle Noise Regulation
      • 9.9.1.9: Noise Emission Warranty
    • 9.9.2: Emissions Control System Warranty
      • 9.9.2.1: INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY - Emission Control System Warranty Statement
        • 9.9.2.1.1: Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
        • 9.9.2.1.2: Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage
        • 9.9.2.1.3: Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage (Korea)
        • 9.9.2.1.4: Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities
        • 9.9.2.1.5: I. Coverage
        • 9.9.2.1.6: II. Limitations
        • 9.9.2.1.7: III. Limited Liability
        • 9.9.2.1.8: IV. Legal Rights
        • 9.9.2.1.9: V. This warranty is in addition to the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Limited Motorcycle Warranty
        • 9.9.2.1.10: VI. Additional Information
  • Chapter 10: Maintenance Log
    • 10.10.1: Maintenance Log
  • Index

Windshield

In this section:

  1. Windshield Removal
  2. Windshield Care

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