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2025 Indian Scout Owner’s Manual

P/N 9941836

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i 2025 Indian Scout Owner’s Manual
ii Congratulations!
iii Safety Symbols and Signal Words
Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
- 1.1.1: Service and Warranty Information
  - 1.1.1.1: Operating Motorcycle Outside the U.S.A.
- 1.1.2: Identification Number Record
- 1.1.3: Engine Identification Number
- 1.1.4: Radio Compliance Statements
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: Carrying a Passenger
- 2.2.4: Protective Apparel
- 2.2.5: Use of Accessories
- 2.2.6: Modifications
- 2.2.7: Parking the Motorcycle
- 2.2.8: Saddlebags
- 2.2.9: Carrying Cargo
- 2.2.10: Transporting the Motorcycle
- 2.2.11: Fuel and Exhaust Safety
- 2.2.12: Safety Maintenance
- 2.2.13: Electromagnetic Interference
- 2.2.14: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
- 2.2.15: Reporting Safety Defects
- 2.2.16: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
- 2.2.17: Safety and Information Labels
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: Scout Classic
- 3.3.2: Scout Bobber
- 3.3.3: Console
- 3.3.4: Switch Locations
  - 3.3.4.1: Left Control
  - 3.3.4.2: Right Control
- 3.3.5: Switch Symbols
- 3.3.6: Switch Functions
  - 3.3.6.1: High / Low Headlight Beam Switch
  - 3.3.6.2: Turn Signal / Hazard Signal Switch
  - 3.3.6.3: Horn Switch
  - 3.3.6.4: Engine Stop / Run / Start Switch
  - 3.3.6.5: Ignition / Light Key Switch
  - 3.3.6.6: Keyless Ignition
- 3.3.7: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.7.1: Speedometer
  - 3.3.7.2: Indicator Lamps
  - 3.3.7.3: MFD Tell-Tales
- 3.3.8: Multi-Function Display (MFD) Modes
  - 3.3.8.1: Odometer
  - 3.3.8.2: Trip Odometer
  - 3.3.8.3: Engine Speed
  - 3.3.8.4: Gear Indicator
  - 3.3.8.5: Battery Voltage
  - 3.3.8.6: Average Fuel Economy
  - 3.3.8.7: Outside Temperature
  - 3.3.8.8: Ride Modes (If Equipped)
  - 3.3.8.9: Traction Control (If Equipped)
  - 3.3.8.10: Display Units (Standard / Metric)
  - 3.3.8.11: Clock
  - 3.3.8.12: Diagnostic Functionality
  - 3.3.8.13: Over Temperature Display and Warning Indicator
- 3.3.9: Battery Charge Port / Heated Gear Plug
- 3.3.10: Misfire Detection
- 3.3.11: Throttle Control Grip
- 3.3.12: Clutch Lever
- 3.3.13: Mirrors (If Equipped)
- 3.3.14: Feeler Pegs
- 3.3.15: Gear Shift Lever
- 3.3.16: Saddlebags (If Equipped)
- 3.3.17: Windshield (If Equipped)
- 3.3.18: Sidestand
- 3.3.19: Steering Lock (If Equipped)
- 3.3.20: Brakes
  - 3.3.20.1: Front Brake Lever
  - 3.3.20.2: Rear Brake Pedal
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: Indicator Lamps
- 4.4.4.3: Ride Command Buttons
- 4.4.4.4: 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: 5-Way Toggle Switch
- 4.4.6.2: Trigger Switch
- 4.4.7: Bluetooth® Pairing
- 4.4.8: Update Software
- 4.4.9: Over the Air Updates
- 4.4.10: Update Maps
- 4.4.11: USB Port
- 4.4.12: RIDE COMMAND+
Chapter 5: Pre-Ride Inspections
- 5.5.1: Overview
  - 5.5.1.1: Electrical Inspections
  - 5.5.1.2: General Inspections
- 5.5.2: Engine Oil Level Check
- 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: Brake Pedal Adjustment
- 5.5.8: Rear Brake Fluid Level
- 5.5.9: Brake Lines
- 5.5.10: Mechanical Clutch
- 5.5.11: Shift Pedal Adjustment
- 5.5.12: Throttle
- 5.5.13: Front Suspension
- 5.5.14: Rear Suspension
- 5.5.15: Rear Drive Belt
- 5.5.16: Fuel Level
- 5.5.17: Sidestand
- 5.5.18: Fasteners
- 5.5.19: Coolant Level Inspection
Chapter 6: Operation
- 6.6.1: Overview
- 6.6.2: Break-In Maintenance
- 6.6.3: Engine Break-In
  - 6.6.3.1: 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 Timer Shutdown Notification
  - 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: Service Procedures
- 7.7.2: Safety During Service Procedures
- 7.7.3: Road Tests
- 7.7.4: Major Maintenance
- 7.7.5: Periodic Maintenance
  - 7.7.5.1: Severe Use Definition
  - 7.7.5.2: Maintenance Table Key
  - 7.7.5.3: Periodic Maintenance Table
- 7.7.6: Engine Oil / Filter Change
- 7.7.7: Oil and Filter Change Video
- 7.7.8: Cooling System
  - 7.7.8.1: Coolant Level Inspection
- 7.7.9: Air Filter
- 7.7.10: Air Filter Inspection and Replacement Video
- 7.7.11: Fuel Filter
- 7.7.12: Fuel System Depressurization
- 7.7.13: Fuel Tank Removal
- 7.7.14: Fuel Tank Installation
- 7.7.15: Drive Belt Maintenance
  - 7.7.15.1: Lifting the Motorcycle
  - 7.7.15.2: Drive Belt Tension Check
  - 7.7.15.3: Drive Belt Tension Adjustment
  - 7.7.15.4: Drive Belt Alignment
  - 7.7.15.5: Drive Belt Inspection and Tension Adjustment Video
  - 7.7.15.6: Rear Drive Belt Cleaning
  - 7.7.15.7: Rear Drive Belt Condition
  - 7.7.15.8: Rear Drive Belt Wear Analysis
- 7.7.16: Rear Shock Preload (Ride Height) Inspection
- 7.7.17: Rear Shock Preload (Ride Height) Adjustment
- 7.7.18: Rear Shock Adjustment Guide
- 7.7.19: Swing Arm/Rear Axle Inspection
- 7.7.20: Front Fork / Suspension Inspection
- 7.7.21: Front Fork Adjustment Guide
- 7.7.22: Steering Head Inspection
- 7.7.23: Crankcase Breather Hoses
- 7.7.24: Evaporative Emission Control System (If Equipped)
- 7.7.25: Fuel System Components
- 7.7.26: Throttle Control Inspection
- 7.7.27: Sidestand Lubrication
- 7.7.28: Mechanical Clutch
  - 7.7.28.1: Mechanical Clutch Lever Freeplay
  - 7.7.28.2: Mechanical Clutch Lever Lubrication
  - 7.7.28.3: Mechanical Clutch Cable Lubrication
  - 7.7.28.4: Clutch Lever Maintenance and Adjustment Video
- 7.7.29: Brakes
  - 7.7.29.1: Rear Brake Pedal
  - 7.7.29.2: Brake Hoses/Connections
  - 7.7.29.3: Brake Fluid Precautions
  - 7.7.29.4: Rear Brake Fluid
  - 7.7.29.5: Front Brake Lever
  - 7.7.29.6: Front Brake Fluid
  - 7.7.29.7: Brake Pads
  - 7.7.29.8: Brake Disc Inspection / Cleaning
  - 7.7.29.9: Brake System Inspection and Maintenance Video
  - 7.7.29.10: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Tone Ring / Sensor Inspection
- 7.7.30: Wheel Inspection
- 7.7.31: Wheel Alignment
- 7.7.32: Front Wheel Installation
- 7.7.33: Tires
  - 7.7.33.1: Tire Replacement
  - 7.7.33.2: Tire Condition
  - 7.7.33.3: Tire Pressure
  - 7.7.33.4: Tire Pressure Chart
  - 7.7.33.5: Tire Tread Depth
- 7.7.34: Spark Plugs
- 7.7.35: Seat Removal / Installation (1-Up Models)
- 7.7.36: Seat Removal / Installation (2-Up Models)
- 7.7.37: Headlight
  - 7.7.37.1: Club Fairing
  - 7.7.37.2: Headlight Nacelle
  - 7.7.37.3: Headlight Aim Inspection
  - 7.7.37.4: Headlight Aim Adjustment
  - 7.7.37.5: Headlight Lamp Replacement
  - 7.7.37.6: LED Taillight/Brake Light Replacement
- 7.7.38: Battery
  - 7.7.38.1: Battery Removal / Installation
  - 7.7.38.2: Battery Removal and Installation Video
- 7.7.39: Battery Charging and Maintenance
  - 7.7.39.1: AGM Battery Charger Recommendations
  - 7.7.39.2: AGM Battery Charging Recommendations
  - 7.7.39.3: AGM Battery Maintenance Tips
- 7.7.40: Key Fob Battery Life
- 7.7.41: Jump Starting the Vehicle
- 7.7.42: FOB Battery Disposal
- 7.7.43: Fuse Replacement
- 7.7.44: Electrical Precautions
- 7.7.45: Unlocking the Security System (Analog Gauge Equipped Models)
- 7.7.46: Unlocking the Security System (Ride Command Equipped Models)
- 7.7.47: Changing Your Security System PIN (Analog Gauge Equipped Models)
- 7.7.48: Changing Your Security System PIN (Ride Command Equipped Models)
- 7.7.49: Exhaust System Inspection
- 7.7.50: Elevating the Motorcycle
- 7.7.51: Road Test
- 7.7.52: Fastener Inspection
- 7.7.53: Fastener Torques
- 7.7.54: Troubleshooting
  - 7.7.54.1: Engine Cranks But Will Not Start
  - 7.7.54.2: Starter Motor Clicks, Does Not Turn or Turns Slowly
  - 7.7.54.3: Engine Starts But Misses or Runs Poorly
  - 7.7.54.4: Shifting Difficulties or Hard to Find Neutral
  - 7.7.54.5: Engine Overheating
  - 7.7.54.6: Battery Charging Rate Low or Battery Discharges
  - 7.7.54.7: Brake Noise / Poor Brake Performance
  - 7.7.54.8: 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: Storage Area Preparation
- 8.8.7: Fuel Stabilizer
- 8.8.8: Tire Inflation
- 8.8.9: Engine Protection
- 8.8.10: Cooling System
- 8.8.11: Battery Care
- 8.8.12: Maintenance During Storage
- 8.8.13: Rodents
- 8.8.14: Park and Cover the Motorcycle
- 8.8.15: Removal From Storage
Chapter 9: Specifications
- 9.9.1: Scout Classic
- 9.9.2: Scout Bobber
- 9.9.3: Super Scout
- 9.9.4: Sport Scout
- 9.9.5: 101 Scout
- 9.9.6: Fuel Recommendation
- 9.9.7: Engine Oil Recommendation
- 9.9.8: Fork Oil
- 9.9.9: Brake Fluid
- 9.9.10: Tires
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 COVERAGE AND EXCLUSIONS:
    LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES
    - 10.10.1.3.1: LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS
  - 10.10.1.4: HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
  - 10.10.1.5: EXPORTED VEHICLES
  - 10.10.1.6: NOTICE
  - 10.10.1.7: Motorcycle Noise Regulation
  - 10.10.1.8: 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