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2024 Indian Chief Rider’s Manual

i 2024 Indian Chief Rider’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 Abroad
- 1.1.3: Engine Identification Number
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 How You Should Ride The Motorcycle
  - 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, Trunk 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 (if equipped)
- 2.2.11: Fuel and Exhaust Safety
- 2.2.12: Safety Maintenance
- 2.2.13: Transporting the Motorcycle
- 2.2.14: Electromagnetic Interference
- 2.2.15: Radio Compliance Statements
- 2.2.16: Marquardt Labels
- 2.2.17: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
- 2.2.18: Reporting Safety Defects
- 2.2.19: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
- 2.2.20: Safety and Information Labels
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: High/Low Headlight Beam Switch
  - 3.3.4.5: Horn Switch
  - 3.3.4.6: Hazard Switch
  - 3.3.4.7: Turn Signal
  - 3.3.4.8: Audio Control Switch (if equipped)
  - 3.3.4.9: Keyless Ignition
- 3.3.5: Instrument Cluster
- 3.3.6: Indicator Lamps
- 3.3.7: Speedometer
- 3.3.8: Tachometer
- 3.3.9: Fuel Gauge Display
- 3.3.10: Multi-Function Display Modes
  - 3.3.10.1: Odometer
  - 3.3.10.2: Trip Odometer
  - 3.3.10.3: Engine Speed
  - 3.3.10.4: Gear Indicator
  - 3.3.10.5: Battery Voltage
  - 3.3.10.6: Average Fuel Economy
  - 3.3.10.7: Instantaneous Fuel Economy
  - 3.3.10.8: Outside Temperature
  - 3.3.10.9: Ride Modes
  - 3.3.10.10: Display Units (Standard/Metric)
  - 3.3.10.11: Clock
  - 3.3.10.12: Engine Error Codes
  - 3.3.10.13: Diagnostic Functionality
- 3.3.11: Rear Cylinder Deactivation
- 3.3.12: Misfire Detection
- 3.3.13: Headlights
- 3.3.14: Throttle Control Grip
- 3.3.15: Clutch Lever
- 3.3.16: Gear Shift Lever
- 3.3.17: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if equipped)
- 3.3.18: Saddlebags (if equipped)
  - 3.3.18.1: Soft Bag Removal
- 3.3.19: Sidestand
- 3.3.20: Windshield (if equipped)
  - 3.3.20.1: Windshield Removal
  - 3.3.20.2: Windshield Care (if equipped)
- 3.3.21: Mirrors
- 3.3.22: Brakes
  - 3.3.22.1: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) (if equipped)
  - 3.3.22.2: Front Brake Lever
  - 3.3.22.3: Rear Brake Pedal
- 3.3.23: Fuel Cap
Chapter 4: 4" Display by RIDE COMMAND (If Equipped)
- 4.4.1: Overview
- 4.4.2: Device Operating Requirements
- 4.4.3: Care and Maintenance
- 4.4.4.1: Overview
- 4.4.4.2: Ride Command Buttons
- 4.4.4.3: Icon Bar
- 4.4.5: Display Screens
  - 4.4.5.1: Display Screen
  - 4.4.5.2: Bike Information
  - 4.4.5.3: Ride Information
  - 4.4.5.4: Maps and Navigation
  - 4.4.5.5: Music
  - 4.4.5.6: Controls
  - 4.4.5.7: Ride Command Ride Modes
  - 4.4.5.8: Settings
  - 4.4.5.9: App Tray
- 4.4.6.1: Media Switch
- 4.4.6.2: Select Switch
- 4.4.6.3: Trigger Switches
- 4.4.7: Bluetooth® Pairing
- 4.4.8: Over the Air Updates
- 4.4.9: Update Software
- 4.4.10: Update Maps
- 4.4.11: USB Port
- 4.4.12: RIDE COMMAND+
Chapter 5: Pre-Ride Inspections
- 5.5.1: Before You Ride
  - 5.5.1.1: Electrical Inspections
  - 5.5.1.2: General Inspections
- 5.5.2: Engine Oil Level
- 5.5.3: Tires
  - 5.5.3.1: Tire Pressure
  - 5.5.3.2: Tire Condition
  - 5.5.3.3: Tire Tread Depth
- 5.5.4: Front Brake Fluid Level
- 5.5.5: Front Brake Lever
- 5.5.6: Rear Brake Pedal
- 5.5.7: Rear Brake Fluid Level
- 5.5.8: Brake Lines
- 5.5.9: Throttle
- 5.5.10: Side-stand
- 5.5.11: Mechanical Clutch
- 5.5.12: Fasteners
- 5.5.13: Front Suspension
- 5.5.14: Steering
- 5.5.15: Rear Suspension
- 5.5.16: Rear Drive Belt
- 5.5.17: Fuel Level
Chapter 6: Operation
- 6.6.1: Overview
- 6.6.2: Engine Break-In
- 6.6.3: Operating Speeds and Gears
- 6.6.4: Fueling
- 6.6.5: Priming the Fuel System
- 6.6.6: Starting the Engine
  - 6.6.6.1: Idle Shut Down
  - 6.6.6.2: Cold Weather Operation
- 6.6.7: Shifting Gears
  - 6.6.7.1: Shifting Gears While Stationary
  - 6.6.7.2: Shifting Gears While Driving
  - 6.6.7.3: Recommended Shift Points
- 6.6.8: Braking
- 6.6.9: Accelerating
- 6.6.10: Stopping the Engine
- 6.6.11: Using Cruise Control
  - 6.6.11.1: Cruise Control Tips
  - 6.6.11.2: Set Speed
  - 6.6.11.3: Resume Speed
  - 6.6.11.4: Accelerate
  - 6.6.11.5: Decelerate
  - 6.6.11.6: Cancel Cruise Control
- 6.6.12: Parking
- 6.6.13: Parking on a Slope
- 6.6.14: Parking on a Soft Surface
Chapter 7: Maintenance
- 7.7.1: Replacement Parts
- 7.7.2: Safety During Service Procedures
- 7.7.3: Road Tests
- 7.7.4: Major Maintenance
- 7.7.5: Break-In Maintenance
- 7.7.6: Periodic Maintenance
  - 7.7.6.1: Severe Use Definition
- 7.7.7: Maintenance Intervals
- 7.7.8: Engine Oil/Filter Change
- 7.7.9: Fuel Filter
- 7.7.10: Air Filter
- 7.7.11: Rear Drive Belt Cleaning
- 7.7.12: Rear Drive Belt Condition
- 7.7.13: Rear Drive Belt Wear Analysis
- 7.7.14: Drive Belt Adjustment
- 7.7.15: Rear Shock Preload (Ride Height) Inspection
- 7.7.16: Swing Arm/Rear Axle Inspection
- 7.7.17: Front Fork/Suspension Inspection
- 7.7.18: Steering Head Inspection
- 7.7.19: Crankcase Breather Hoses
- 7.7.20: Evaporative Emission Control System (California and International Models)
- 7.7.21: Fuel System Components
- 7.7.22: Throttle Control Inspection
- 7.7.23: Sidestand Lubrication
- 7.7.24: Mechanical Clutch Lever Freeplay
- 7.7.25: Mechanical Clutch Lever Lubrication
- 7.7.26: Mechanical Clutch Cable Lubrication
- 7.7.27: Brake Hoses/Connections
- 7.7.28: Rear Brake Pedal
- 7.7.29: Brake Fluid Precautions
- 7.7.30: Rear Brake Fluid Level
- 7.7.31: Front Brake Lever
- 7.7.32: Front Brake Fluid
- 7.7.33: Brake Disc Inspection/Cleaning
- 7.7.34: Brake Pads
  - 7.7.34.1: Front Brake Pad Inspection
  - 7.7.34.2: Rear Brake Pad Inspection
- 7.7.35: Wheel Spokes (if equipped)
- 7.7.36: Wheel Inspection
- 7.7.37: Wheel Alignment
- 7.7.38: Front Wheel Installation
- 7.7.39: Front Wheel Installation (Sport Chief Models)
- 7.7.40: Tires
  - 7.7.40.1: Tire Replacement
  - 7.7.40.2: Tire Condition
  - 7.7.40.3: Tire Tread Depth
  - 7.7.40.4: Tire Pressure
  - 7.7.40.5: Tire Pressure Chart
- 7.7.41: Handlebar Position
- 7.7.42: Handlebar Position (Sport Chief Models Only)
- 7.7.43: Spark Plugs
- 7.7.44: Seat Removal
- 7.7.45: Seat Removal (Sport Chief Models Only)
- 7.7.46: Seat Installation
- 7.7.47: Seat Installation (Sport Chief Models Only)
- 7.7.48: Lights
  - 7.7.48.1: Headlight Aim Inspection
  - 7.7.48.2: Headlight Aim Adjustment
  - 7.7.48.3: Headlight Lamp Replacement
  - 7.7.48.4: LED Taillight/Brake Light Replacement
- 7.7.49: Battery
  - 7.7.49.1: Battery Removal
  - 7.7.49.2: Battery Installation
- 7.7.50: Battery Charging and Maintenance
  - 7.7.50.1: AGM Battery Charger Recommendations
  - 7.7.50.2: AGM Battery Charging Recommendations
  - 7.7.50.3: AGM Battery Maintenance Tips
- 7.7.51: Key Fob Battery Life
- 7.7.52: FOB Battery Disposal
- 7.7.53: Fuse Replacement
  - 7.7.53.1: Standard Fuses
  - 7.7.53.2: High-Current Fuses
- 7.7.54: Electrical Precautions
- 7.7.55: Unlocking the Security System (Base Models Only)
- 7.7.56: Unlocking the Security System (Premium Models Only)
- 7.7.57: Changing Your Security System PIN (Base Models Only)
- 7.7.58: Changing Your Security System PIN (Premium Models Only)
- 7.7.59: Engine Compression Test
- 7.7.60: Exhaust System Inspection
- 7.7.61: Elevating the Motorcycle
- 7.7.62: Road Test
- 7.7.63: Fastener Inspection
- 7.7.64: Fastener Torques
- 7.7.65: Troubleshooting
  - 7.7.65.1: Engine Cranks But Will Not Start
  - 7.7.65.2: Starter Motor Clicks, Does Not Turn or Turns Slowly
  - 7.7.65.3: Engine Starts But Misses or Runs Poorly
  - 7.7.65.4: Shifting Difficulties or Hard to Find Neutral
  - 7.7.65.5: Battery Charging Rate Low or Battery Discharges
  - 7.7.65.6: Brake Noise/Poor Brake Performance
  - 7.7.65.7: Anti-Lock Brake Light Remains Illuminated or Illuminates Intermittently
Chapter 8: Cleaning and Storage
- 8.8.1: Cleaning Products
- 8.8.2: Washing the Motorcycle
- 8.8.3: Windshield Care (if equipped)
- 8.8.4: Matte Clear Coat Finish Care
- 8.8.5: Gloss Clear Coat Finish Care
- 8.8.6: Infotainment Touchscreen Care
- 8.8.7: Storage Area Preparation
- 8.8.8: Clean and Protect the Motorcycle
- 8.8.9: Fuel Stabilizer
- 8.8.10: Tire Inflation
- 8.8.11: Engine Protection
- 8.8.12: Battery Care
- 8.8.13: Maintenance During Storage
- 8.8.14: Rodents
- 8.8.15: Brake System
- 8.8.16: Park and Cover the Motorcycle
- 8.8.17: Removal From Storage
Chapter 9: Specifications
- 9.9.1: Dimensions
- 9.9.2: Weight
- 9.9.3: Capacities
- 9.9.4: Engine
- 9.9.5: Drive System
- 9.9.6: Chassis
- 9.9.7: Wheels And Tires
- 9.9.8: Electrical
- 9.9.9: Fuel Recommendation
- 9.9.10: Engine Oil Recommendation
- 9.9.11: Fork Oil
- 9.9.12: Brake Fluid
Chapter 10: Warranty
- 10.10.1: INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Warranty Policy
  - 10.10.1.1: LIMITED WARRANTY
  - 10.10.1.2: REGISTRATION
  - 10.10.1.3: WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS for Ride Command and associated connected services
  - 10.10.1.4: LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES
    - 10.10.1.4.1: LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS
  - 10.10.1.5: HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
  - 10.10.1.6: EXPORTED VEHICLES
  - 10.10.1.7: NOTICE
  - 10.10.1.8: Motorcycle Noise Regulation
  - 10.10.1.9: Noise Emission Warranty
- 10.10.2: Emissions Control System Warranty
  - 10.10.2.1: INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY - Emission Control System Warranty Statement
    - 10.10.2.1.1: Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
    - 10.10.2.1.2: Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage
    - 10.10.2.1.3: Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage (Korea)
    - 10.10.2.1.4: Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities
    - 10.10.2.1.5: I. Coverage
    - 10.10.2.1.6: II. Limitations
    - 10.10.2.1.7: III. Limited Liability
    - 10.10.2.1.8: IV. Legal Rights
    - 10.10.2.1.9: V. This warranty is in addition to the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Limited Motorcycle Warranty
    - 10.10.2.1.10: VI. Additional Information
- 10.10.3: How the California Emissions Warranty on Emissions -Related Parts Must Function as Prescribed in 13 CCR § 2036
Chapter 11: Maintenance Log
- 11.11.1: Maintenance Log
Index

Switches

In this section:

Power Switch
Engine Stop/Run Switch
Cruise Control Switch
High/Low Headlight Beam Switch
Horn Switch
Hazard Switch
Turn Signal
Audio Control Switch (if equipped)
Keyless Ignition

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