Page 1 ® ® Chief Dark H se Chieftain Dark H se ™ ® Chief Cla ic ® Chieftain ® Chief Vintage Roadmaster Cla ic ™ Roadmaster Indi Springfield ™ ™ 2017 RIDER’S MANUAL...
Page 2 California Proposition 65 Warning This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 3 2017 Rider’s Manual Chief Dark Horse ® ® Chief Classic Chief ® Vintage Indian Springfield™ ® Chieftain Dark Horse™ Chieftain ® Roadmaster™ Classic Roadmaster™...
Page 4 No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Indian Motorcycle Company reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice and without incurring obligation to make the same or similar changes to motorcycles previously built. Any reprinting or reuse of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in part, is expressly prohibited.
Page 5 CONGRATULATIONS! Congratulations on your purchase of a new INDIAN motorcycle. You have joined an elite family of motorcycle riders who have acquired a celebrated piece of American history by choosing to own an INDIAN motorcycle. Your new motorcycle is the end result of true dedication and craftsmanship by our engineering, design and assembly teams. It was designed and manufactured to meet our goal of providing you with a high quality motorcycle that you can ride trouble-free for many years to come.
Page 6: Safety Symbols And Signal Words
SAFETY SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual. Your safety and the safety of others is involved when these words and symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the manual. WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in death to the operator, bystanders or person(s) inspecting or servicing the vehicle.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction....7 Safety ....11 Reporting Safety Defects .
Page 9: Introduction
INTRODUCTION I I N N T T R R O O D D U U C C T T I I O O N N I I D D E E N N T T I I F F I I C C A A T T I I O O N N N N U U M M B B E E R R R R E E C C O O R R D D S S Record important identification numbers below: Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (see page 21)
Page 10 S S E E R R V V I I C C E E A A N N D D W W A A R R R R A A N N T T Y Y I I N N F F O O R R M M A A T T I I O O N N Some procedures are beyond the scope of this manual. See your dealer to purchase an INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual. Some procedures provided in the service manual require specialized knowledge, equipment, and training.
Page 11 INTRODUCTION E E N N G G I I N N E E I I D D E E N N T T I I F F I I C C A A T T I I O O N N N N U U M M B B E E R R The engine number is stamped into the right crankcase beneath the balance shaft cover.
Page 13: Safety
Bring the manual along when you ride. Following the precautions and procedures in the manual will add to your enjoyment and help keep you safe. If you lose or damage this manual, please purchase a new one through any authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. This rider’s...
Page 14 This section contains safety label on the motorcycle frame for model-specific information. information specific to the INDIAN motorcycle, as well as • Riding off-road, riding with more than one passenger, or information about general motorcycle safety. Anyone who rides...
Page 15 – The weather is windy, rainy or otherwise causing slippery or • If your motorcycle operates abnormally, correct the problem rapidly changing conditions. immediately. See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or – Traffic is heavy, congested, not allowing sufficient space an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer.
Page 16 SAFETY C C A A R R R R Y Y I I N N G G A A P P A A S S S S E E N N G G E E R R • Retract the sidestand fully before riding. If the sidestand is not fully retracted, it could contact the road surface and cause loss WARNING of control.
Page 17 U U S S E E O O F F A A C C C C E E S S S S O O R R I I E E S S Department of Transportation (DOT) label. Approved helmets in Because INDIAN MOTORCYCLE cannot test and make specific Europe, Asia and Oceania bear the ECE 22.05 label. The ECE...
Page 18 S S A A D D D D L L E E B B A A G G S S , , T T R R U U N N K K A A N N D D O O T T H H E E R R S S T T O O R R A A G G E E • Use only genuine INDIAN MOTORCYCLE accessories designed for your model.
Page 19 • Do not attach anything to the motorcycle unless specifically the motorcycle’s center of gravity. Changing the center of grav- designed for that purpose by INDIAN MOTORCYCLE. ity can cause loss of stability and handling and could cause loss of control.
Page 20 SAFETY T T R R A A N N S S P P O O R R T T I I N N G G T T H H E E M M O O T T O O R R C C Y Y C C L L E E WARNING If you must transport the motorcycle: Gasoline and gasoline vapors are poisonous and can cause...
Page 21 SAFETY S S A A F F E E T T Y Y M M A A I I N N T T E E N N A A N N C C E E E E L L E E C C T T R R O O M M A A G G N N E E T T I I C C I I N N T T E E R R F F E E R R E E N N C C E E This vehicle complies with UN ECE Regulation 10 requirements WARNING and Canadian ICES-002.
Page 22: Reporting Safety Defects
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in Exceeding the gross vehicle weight rating of your motorcycle can addition to notifying INDIAN MOTORCYCLE in writing. reduce stability and handling and could cause loss of control. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, NEVER exceed the GVWR of your motorcycle.
Page 23 SAFETY S S A A F F E E T T Y Y A A N N D D I I N N F F O O R R M M A A T T I I O O N N L L A A B B E E L L S S Labels are model-specific and market-specific.
Page 24 SAFETY ROADMASTER shown Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) (side of steering head) Shock Air Pressure Warning (under side cover) Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Rear Wheel Service Warning (under side cover) Noise Emission Control Information (NECI) Trunk Rack Capacity Label Operator Warning/Fuel Recommendation Trunk Capacity Label Saddlebag/Cargo Warning Lower Fairing Glove Box Cargo Capacity Labels (inside covers)
Page 25: Component Identification
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T I I D D E E N N T T I I F F I I C C A A T T I I O O N N C C O O N N S S O O L L E E CHIEF DARK HORSE/CHIEF CLASSIC/CHIEF VINTAGE/ CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE...
Page 26 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION C C O O N N S S O O L L E E CHIEFTAIN/ROADMASTER CLASSIC/ROADMASTER (ROADMASTER shown) Clutch Lever Throttle Control Grip Phone Storage Compartment Front Brake Lever Tachometer Auxiliary Light Switch (if equipped) Infotainment Instrument Cluster (if equipped) Fuel Cap Power Switch/Security Light Ornamental Cap (Do not remove)
Page 27 C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T I I D D E E N N T T I I F F I I C C A A T T I I O O N N CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE shown SPRINGFIELD shown Rear Brake Pedal Headlight Speakers 12-Volt Outlet (if equipped) INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Headdress Mirror Right Front Turn Signal Passenger Foot Peg (if equipped) USB Cord (not shown) Windshield (if equipped) Driver’s Footrest...
Page 28 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE shown SPRINGFIELD shown Trunk Cargo Rack (if equipped) Air Box Cover (left) 2& Trunk (if equipped) Driver’s Seat Lower Fairing Wind Deflector (if equipped) Battery (under seat) Lower Fairing (if equipped) Passenger Seat (if equipped) 12–Volt Batter Tender Terminal (Under cover, if equipped) Saddlebag (if equipped) Front Fork...
Page 29 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ROADMASTER shown Shock Air Fill (under cover) (SPRINGFIELD/CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE/CHIEFTAIN/ROADMASTER CLASSIC/ROADMASTER) Muffler Sidestand Rear Tipover Bar (if equipped) 3& Front Tipover Bar (if equipped)
Page 31: Instruments, Features And Controls
INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N S S T T R R U U M M E E N N T T S S , , F F E E A A T T U U R R E E S S A A N N D D C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S S S W W I I T T C C H H L L O O C C A A T T I I O O N N S S L L E E F F T T C C O O N N T T R R O O L L R R I I G G H H T T C C O O N N T T R R O O L L...
Page 32 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS C C H H I I E E F F M M O O D D E E L L S S / / S S P P R R I I N N G G F F I I E E L L D D C C H H I I E E F F T T A A I I N N D D A A R R K K H H O O R R S S E E Auxiliary Light Switch (if equipped) Power Switch...
Page 33 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS C C H H I I E E F F T T A A I I N N / / R R O O A A D D M M A A S S T T E E R R ROADMASTER shown Power Switch Power Locks...
Page 34 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S W W I I T T C C H H S S Y Y M M B B O O L L S S SYMBOL SWITCH DESCRIPTION Emergency Flasher The hazard switch activates and cancels the emergency flashers. See page 33. Switch (Hazard Switch) High/Low Headlight Beam The high/low headlight beam switch toggles the headlight between high beam and low beam.
Page 35 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S W W I I T T C C H H E E S S P P O O W W E E R R S S W W I I T T C C H H E E N N G G I I N N E E S S T T O O P P / / R R U U N N S S W W I I T T C C H H The power switch is located on the console for all non-fairing Use the engine stop/run switch to turn the engine off quickly.
Page 36 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS E E N N G G I I N N E E S S T T A A R R T T E E R R S S W W I I T T C C H H D D R R I I V V I I N N G G K K E E Y Y F F O O B B O O P P E E R R A A T T I I O O N N : : Read the engine starting procedures before starting the engine.
Page 37 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS A A U U D D I I O O S S Y Y S S T T E E M M S S W W I I T T C C H H E E S S ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) The switch background light flashes if a fault exists with either auxiliary light.
Page 38 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS T T O O G G G G L L E E S S W W I I T T C C H H E E S S H H A A N N D D G G R R I I P P H H E E A A T T E E R R S S W W I I T T C C H H ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) All models are equipped with toggle switches on the front side of Press the top or bottom of the switch to turn the hand grip heaters on.
Page 39 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S A A D D D D L L E E B B A A G G / / T T R R U U N N K K L L O O C C K K S S W W I I T T C C H H ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) S S E E A A T T H H E E A A T T E E R R S S W W I I T T C C H H E E S S ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) Use the key fob or the lock switch on the console to lock and The seat heater toggle switches...
Page 40 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N S S T T R R U U M M E E N N T T C C L L U U S S T T E E R R ( ( C C H H I I E E F F M M O O D D E E L L S S / / S S P P R R I I N N G G F F I I E E L L D D ) ) The instrument cluster includes the speedometer, indicator lamps and Multi-Function Display (MFD).
Page 41 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N D D I I C C A A T T O O R R L L A A M M P P S S LAMP INDICATES CONDITION The alert symbol illuminates if a chassis fault occurs. Chassis Fault Tire Pressure Monitoring If equipped, the TPMS indicator illuminates if low tire pressure is detected.
Page 42 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS M M U U L L T T I I - - F F U U N N C C T T I I O O N N D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y ( ( M M F F D D ) ) M M F F D D I I N N D D I I C C A A T T O O R R S S LAMP INDICATES...
Page 43: Modes Available
INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS M M U U L L T T I I - - F F U U N N C C T T I I O O N N D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y ( ( M M F F D D ) ) M M O O D D E E S S O O D D O O M M E E T T E E R R The odometer displays total distance traveled.
Page 44: Metric Display
INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS H H E E A A T T E E D D G G R R I I P P S S H H E E A A T T L L E E V V E E L L S S E E T T T T I I N N G G ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) C C L L O O C C K K The heated grips heat level displays if the heat level is above zero.
Page 45 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS D D I I A A G G N N O O S S T T I I C C F F U U N N C C T T I I O O N N A A L L I I T T Y Y Certain conditions will cause an error message to display in the screen.
Page 46: Action Required
INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS M M I I S S F F I I R R E E D D E E T T E E C C T T I I O O N N If a misfire is detected, the check engine indicator lamp will begin to flash and fuel will be cut to the affected cylinder (s). The check engine indicator lamp will continue to flash until the ignition switch has been moved to the off position.
Page 47 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N S S T T R R U U M M E E N N T T C C L L U U S S T T E E R R ( ( C C H H I I E E F F T T A A I I N N D D A A R R K K H H O O R R S S E E ) ) S S P P E E E E D D O O M M E E T T E E R R The instrument cluster includes the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, indicator lamps and multi-function display (MFD).
Page 48 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N D D I I C C A A T T O O R R L L A A M M P P S S LAMP INDICATES CONDITION The transmission is in neutral and the power switch is ON. Neutral When standard mode is selected, speed displays in miles per hour.
Page 49 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N D D I I C C A A T T O O R R L L A A M M P P S S LAMP INDICATES CONDITION This lamp illuminates when battery voltage is low. Turn non-essential accessories off to conserve power. Make sure the Low Battery Voltage charging system is operating properly.
Page 50 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS M M U U L L T T I I - - F F U U N N C C T T I I O O N N D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y ( ( M M F F D D ) ) The power switch must be on or the engine must be running to Zone three can be set to display expanded audio information.
Page 51 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N F F O O T T A A I I N N M M E E N N T T D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y S S E E T T T T I I N N G G S S T T R R I I P P 1 1 H H O O U U R R S S / / D D I I S S T T A A N N C C E E The following items can be displayed in Zone Three on the Trip 1 Hours/Distance will display the total hours and distance in...
Page 52 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS T T R R I I P P 2 2 H H O O U U R R S S / / D D I I S S T T A A N N C C E E F F U U E E L L E E C C O O N N O O M M Y Y Trip 2 Hours/Distance will display the total hours and distance in This screen will display the current instant and average miles per...
Page 53 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS F F R R O O N N T T / / R R E E A A R R T T I I R R E E P P R R E E S S S S U U R R E E E E N N G G I I N N E E H H O O U U R R S S / / O O I I L L L L I I F F E E This screen will display the current front and rear tire pressure in This screen will display the total engine hours accumulated when...
Page 54 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS A A V V E E R R A A G G E E S S P P E E E E D D / / B B A A T T T T E E R R Y Y V V O O L L T T A A G G E E E E X X P P A A N N D D E E D D A A U U D D I I O O I I N N F F O O R R M M A A T T I I O O N N This screen displays the average motorcycle speed and current In this mode, the display screen will dedicate zone three to the...
Page 55 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS H H E E A A T T E E D D G G R R I I P P S S ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) D D I I A A G G N N O O S S T T I I C C T T R R O O U U B B L L E E C C O O D D E E S S ( ( D D T T C C S S ) ) This screen displays the heated grip heat level setting.
Page 56 DTC display mode. 2. Press LEFT-TOGGLE to cycle through the list of available codes. 3. Record the SPN and FMI numbers. 4. See an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer for code details and diagnosis. 5. Press and hold LEFT-TOGGLE to exit.
Page 57 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N S S T T R R U U M M E E N N T T C C L L U U S S T T E E R R S S E E T T U U P P S S E E T T T T I I N N G G T T H H E E C C L L O O C C K K The clock is found in the Settings section of the Infotainment 1.
Page 58 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S E E T T U U N N I I T T S S S S E E T T U U N N I I T T S S - - D D I I S S T T A A N N C C E E S S E E T T T T I I N N G G Use the SET UNITS menu to set the following items: Use the DISTANCE menu to change the speedometer and distance units.
Page 59 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S E E T T U U N N I I T T S S - - V V O O L L U U M M E E S S E E T T T T I I N N G G S S S S E E T T U U N N I I T T S S - - T T E E M M P P E E R R A A T T U U R R E E S S E E T T T T I I N N G G S S Use the VOLUME menu to change the instrument cluster volume Use the TEMPERATURE menu to change the instrument cluster...
Page 60 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S E E T T U U N N I I T T S S - - C C L L O O C C K K T T Y Y P P E E S S E E T T U U N N I I T T S S - - P P R R E E S S S S U U R R E E Use the CLOCK TYPE menu to change the clock format.
Page 61 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S E E T T B B O O T T T T O O M M S S C C R R E E E E N N M M E E N N U U D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y Use the SET BOTTOM SCREEN menu to display one of the T T R R I I P P 1 1 D D I I S S T T A A N N C C E E D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y...
Page 62 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS G G A A U U G G E E I I N N F F O O R R M M A A T T I I O O N N T T I I R R E E P P R R E E S S S S U U R R E E M M O O N N I I T T O O R R I I N N G G S S Y Y S S T T E E M M ( ( T T P P M M S S ) ) S S E E T T U U P P The instrument cluster hardware and software part and serial Do not attempt to access the TPMS menu.
Page 63 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S E E T T B B R R I I G G H H T T N N E E S S S S METHOD 2: The brightness level of the instrument cluster and display screen 1.
Page 64 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N S S T T R R U U M M E E N N T T C C L L U U S S T T E E R R ( ( C C H H I I E E F F T T A A I I N N / / R R O O A A D D M M A A S S T T E E R R ) ) S S P P E E E E D D O O M M E E T T E E R R The instrument cluster includes the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, indicator lamps and Infotainment display.
Page 65 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N D D I I C C A A T T O O R R L L A A M M P P S S LAMP INDICATES CONDITION The transmission is in neutral and the power switch is ON. Neutral When standard mode is selected, speed displays in miles per hour.
Page 66 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS I I N N D D I I C C A A T T O O R R L L A A M M P P S S LAMP INDICATES CONDITION This lamp illuminates when battery voltage is low. Turn non-essential accessories off to conserve power. Make sure the Low Battery Voltage charging system is operating properly.
Page 67 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS H H E E A A D D L L I I G G H H T T S S T T H H R R O O T T T T L L E E C C O O N N T T R R O O L L G G R R I I P P The headlights automatically come on when the engine is started.
Page 68 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS C C L L U U T T C C H H L L E E V V E E R R G G E E A A R R S S H H I I F F T T L L E E V V E E R R The clutch lever is located on the left handlebar.
Page 69 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS T T I I R R E E P P R R E E S S S S U U R R E E M M O O N N I I T T O O R R I I N N G G S S Y Y S S T T E E M M T T R R U U N N K K ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) ( ( T T P P M M S S ) ) ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) Do not exceed the cargo capacity of a trunk, a cargo rack or a...
Page 70 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS H H A A R R D D T T R R U U N N K K R R E E M M O O V V A A L L 2. Disconnect the trunk harness multi-plug 1.
Page 71 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS 3. Lift the trunk latches to unlock the trunk from the mount. 4. Lift up on the rear of the trunk and slide rearward release the trunk from the motorcycle.
Page 72 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S O O F F T T T T R R U U N N K K R R E E M M O O V V A A L L 2. Lift the trunk latches to unlock the trunk from the mount.
Page 73 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS H H A A R R D D B B A A G G R R E E M M O O V V A A L L 3. Lift up on the rear of the trunk and slide rearward release the trunk from the motorcycle.
Page 74 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS 6. Tilt the saddlebag away from the frame of the vehicle to remove 9. Reconnect the electrical wiring. 10. Reinstall the side cover, using care to avoid damaging 7. To reinstall, place the hard bag in a fully seated position on the electrical wires.
Page 75 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS S S I I D D E E S S T T A A N N D D 4. To reinstall, place the soft bag in position. Make sure the The sidestand is equipped with a safety switch that prevents saddlebag mounting bracket is seated fully on the spool operation of the motorcycle if the sidestand is deployed.
Page 76 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS W W I I N N D D S S H H I I E E L L D D ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) WARNING W W I I N N D D S S H H I I E E L L D D R R E E M M O O V V A A L L Improper windshield installation can result in loss of control,...
Page 77 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS B B R R A A K K E E S S W W I I N N D D S S H H I I E E L L D D C C A A R R E E ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) The front brake lever activates the front brake calipers.
Page 78 • If the lamp continues to illuminate after vehicle speed exceeds 6 MPH (10 km/h), the ABS system is not functioning. See your WARNING INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer or other dealer promptly for service. Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and •...
Page 79 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS • The anti-lock brake system does not compensate for or reduce the risks associated with: – excessive speed – reduced traction on rough, uneven or loose surfaces – poor judgment – improper operation P P A A S S S S E E N N G G E E R R F F L L O O O O R R B B O O A A R R D D S S U U P P P P O O R R T T S S ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) The passenger floorboard height and angle can be adjusted.
Page 80 INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS F F U U E E L L C C A A P P The fuel filler cap is located on the right side of the console. An ornamental cap is located on the left side of the console. Do not attempt to remove the ornamental cap.
Page 81: Pre-Ride Inspections
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE can assist. • refer to the maintenance section of this manual ( page 103) • refer to the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual • or see your authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer or other WARNING dealer Read the entire Instruments, Features and Controls section of this manual before riding your motorcycle.
Page 82: Inspection Procedure
PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS E E L L E E C C T T R R I I C C A A L L I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N N S S Turn the power switch on and move the stop/run switch to RUN before performing the following electrical inspections.
Page 83 PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS G G E E N N E E R R A A L L I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N N S S ITEM INSPECTION PROCEDURE Engine Oil Check the oil level.
Page 84 PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS E E N N G G I I N N E E O O I I L L L L E E V V E E L L With the semi-dry sump lubrication system, the engine oil level on the dipstick will fluctuate, depending on the motorcycle’s position and engine speed when the engine is turned off.
Page 85 PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS C C H H E E C C K K I I N N G G T T H H E E E E N N G G I I N N E E O O I I L L L L E E V V E E L L 1.
Page 86 INDIAN MOTORCYCLE for your vehicle. Always damage, replace the tire before riding. Always use the correct size maintain proper tire pressure as recommended in the rider’s and type of tires specified by INDIAN MOTORCYCLE for your manual and on safety labels. vehicle.
Page 87 PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS F F R R O O N N T T B B R R A A K K E E F F L L U U I I D D L L E E V V E E L L F F R R O O N N T T B B R R A A K K E E L L E E V V E E R R 1.
Page 88 Tighten any leaking connections to the proper torque values and replace components as necessary. See 1. Position the motorcycle on level ground in the fully upright the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN position. MOTORCYCLE dealer or other qualified dealer.
Page 89 PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS T T H H R R O O T T T T L L E E M M E E C C H H A A N N I I C C A A L L C C L L U U T T C C H H Rotate the throttle control grip.
Page 90 2. Check the drive belt teeth for stones or other debris. 3. Inspect drive belt condition. See page 115. If you discover cracks, broken teeth or frayed edges, replace the drive belt before riding. See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer can assist.
Page 91 PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS F F U U E E L L L L E E V V E E L L C C H H I I E E F F C C L L A A S S S S I I C C / / C C H H I I E E F F D D A A R R K K H H O O R R S S E E For the most accurate reading, sit on the motorcycle and bring it to the upright position.
Page 93: Operation
OPERATION O O P P E E R R A A T T I I O O N N E E N N G G I I N N E E B B R R E E A A K K - - I I N N The operation section of this manual describes how to ensure maximum performance and longevity through the proper care and The engine break-in period for your motorcycle is the first 500...
Page 94: Break-In Procedure
OPERATION O O P P E E R R A A T T I I N N G G S S P P E E E E D D S S A A N N D D G G E E A A R R S S ODOMETER BREAK-IN PROCEDURE MILES...
Page 95 OPERATION F F U U E E L L I I N N G G Always dismount the motorcycle and refuel on level ground with 2. Insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel tank filler neck. The nozzle- the sidestand down. Review the fuel warnings. See page 18. Use stop at the bottom of the filler neck will prevent over-insertion.
Page 96 OPERATION P P R R I I M M I I N N G G T T H H E E F F U U E E L L S S Y Y S S T T E E M M 2.
Page 97 OPERATION 8. If either the check engine indicator or the low oil pressure 9. Leave the throttle closed and allow the engine to idle. Idle indicator (or display) remains on after the engine starts, stop speed will gradually slow to normal as the engine warms to the engine immediately.
Page 98 OPERATION S S H H I I F F T T I I N N G G G G E E A A R R S S The transmission is in neutral if you can move the motorcycle WARNING forward or rearward freely without disengaging the clutch. If the Forced shifting (with clutch engaged) could cause damage to the power switch is ON, the neutral indicator illuminates when the engine, transmission and drive train.
Page 99 OPERATION S S H H I I F F T T I I N N G G G G E E A A R R S S W W H H I I L L E E D D R R I I V V I I N N G G 8.
Page 100: Gear Change
OPERATION R R E E C C O O M M M M E E N N D D E E D D S S H H I I F F T T P P O O I I N N T T S S U U P P S S H H I I F F T T I I N N G G ( ( A A C C C C E E L L E E R R A A T T I I N N G G ) ) GEAR CHANGE RECOMMENDED SPEED...
Page 101 OPERATION B B R R A A K K I I N N G G A A C C C C E E L L E E R R A A T T I I N N G G Always allow sufficient stopping distance so that brakes can be Accelerate by opening the throttle (rolling the throttle control grip applied gradually.
Page 102 OPERATION 1. When fully stopped, shift into neutral. WARNING 2. Move the engine stop/run switch to the STOP position. Improper operation of cruise control could cause loss of control 3. Turn the power switch off. and result in serious injury or death. Follow all cruise operation procedures carefully.
Page 103 OPERATION D D E E C C E E L L E E R R A A T T E E While cruise control is engaged, tap and release the SET/DEC switch to decrease speed in approximately 1 MPH (1-2 km/h) increments.
Page 104 OPERATION P P A A R R K K I I N N G G P P A A R R K K I I N N G G O O N N A A S S O O F F T T S S U U R R F F A A C C E E Choose a firm level surface to park the motorcycle.
Page 105: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE M M A A I I N N T T E E N N A A N N C C E E S S A A F F E E T T Y Y D D U U R R I I N N G G S S E E R R V V I I C C E E P P R R O O C C E E D D U U R R E E S S WARNING Failure to follow all recommended precautions and procedures could result in severe injury or death.
Page 106 500 miles (800 km). Please see When inspection reveals the need for replacement parts, use your authorized dealer for this service. genuine INDIAN MOTORCYCLE parts available from your dealer. Record service and maintenance information on page 183. Performing the break-in maintenance will help ensure optimum engine performance for the entire service life of the engine.
Page 107 MAINTENANCE P P E E R R I I O O D D I I C C M M A A I I N N T T E E N N A A N N C C E E T T A A B B L L E E Odometer Reading in Miles (Kilometers) Component See table key below...
Page 108 MAINTENANCE Component See table key below Battery/Connections See page 146 Brake Fluid** See page 129 Brake Lines/Brake Pads See page 86 Clutch Cable See page 127 Clutch Lever (Mechanical) See page 126 Diagnostic Codes Drive Belt (Rear) See page 88 Drive Belt Tension Adjustment See dealer or service manual for adjustment at indicated intervals and with each tire change thereafter.
Page 109 MAINTENANCE Component See table key below Electrical Equipment/Switches Evaporative Emission Control System equipped) See page 125 Fasteners See page 155 Front Brake Lever See page 85 ABS Components See page 133 Front Fork Oil** See page 123 Maintenance Key: I = Inspect, clean, adjust, correct or replace if necessary; P = Perform; R = Replace/Rebuild L = Lubricate w/ proper lubricant;...
Page 110 MAINTENANCE Component See table key below Front Fork/Axle See page 123 Fuel System/Lines/Fittings See page 125 Fuel Filter See page 112 Gear Shift Lever Headlamp See page 141 Rear Suspension Rocker Rear Shock Unit See page 88 and page 117 Maintenance Key: I = Inspect, clean, adjust, correct or replace if necessary;...
Page 111 MAINTENANCE Component See table key below Rear Wheel Alignment See page 134 Rear Brake Pedal See page 128 Road Test See page 155 Sidestand/Sidestand Safety Switch See page 87 Steering Bearings See page 124 Suspension Linkage, Rear Maintenance Key: I = Inspect, clean, adjust, correct or replace if necessary; P = Perform; R = Replace/Rebuild L = Lubricate w/ proper lubricant;...
Page 112 MAINTENANCE Component See table key below Swingarm/Rear Axle See page 121 Throttle Body Throttle Control Grip Tires/Wheels/Spokes See page 133 Maintenance Key: I = Inspect, clean, adjust, correct or replace if necessary; P = Perform; R = Replace/Rebuild L = Lubricate w/ proper lubricant; * = Replace at specified interval or annually; ** = Replace as specified or every 2 years...
Page 113 MAINTENANCE E E N N G G I I N N E E O O I I L L / / F F I I L L T T E E R R C C H H A A N N G G E E Change the engine oil at the intervals specified in the Periodic 3.
Page 114 The fuel filter is attached to the electric fuel pump located inside additional 3/4 to one full turn. the fuel tank. See your authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer or other qualified dealer for replacement. 11. Remove the dipstick. Add only 4.5 qts. (4.25 l) of the recommended oil at this step.
Page 115 MAINTENANCE A A I I R R F F I I L L T T E E R R 2. Remove the three air filter screws and remove the air filter The air box is located on the left side of motorcycle. Inspect the air assembly.
Page 116 MAINTENANCE TORQUE 5 ft-lbs (7 Nm) 8. Reinstall the external air box cover and screws. Torque to specification. TORQUE 7.4 ft-lbs (10 Nm) NOTICE A loose fitting cover or improperly installed filter element may allow debris to enter the engine which may cause premature engine wear.
Page 117 See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized 1. Mix a few drops of mild dish soap with a cup of warm water. INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer can assist.
Page 118 MAINTENANCE R R E E A A R R D D R R I I V V E E B B E E L L T T W W E E A A R R A A N N A A L L Y Y S S I I S S Internal tooth cracks (hairline): External tooth cracks: Missing teeth:...
Page 119 MAINTENANCE R R E E A A R R S S H H O O C C K K P P R R E E L L O O A A D D ( ( R R I I D D E E H H E E I I G G H H T T ) ) I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N N Periodically inspect rear shock preload.
Page 120 MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED SUSPENSION SAG CHIEF DARK HORSE 35mm CHIEF CLASSIC 35mm CHIEF VINTAGE 35mm SPRINGFIELD 45mm CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE 45mm CHIEFTAIN 45mm ROADMASTER CLASSIC 45mm ROADMASTER 45mm...
Page 121 1. Park the motorcycle with the sidestand down on a firm, level surface. Remove all riders and cargo. 2. Remove the seat. See page 139. Using the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE spanner wrench PV-46993 will make rear suspension adjustment significantly easier. 3. The upper spanner nut on the shock is the lock nut .
Page 122 SIDE STAND. surface. Remove all riders and cargo. • DO NOT exceed 150 PSI (1034 kPa) in the shock. • Use the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Air Pump and Gauge (P/N PV- 48909). Follow the instructions on the following pages. 7183758 If the recommended air pump is not available, use a gauge and a pressurized air source with a maximum line and gauge pressure of 150 PSI (1034 kPa).
Page 123 MAINTENANCE S S H H O O C C K K A A I I R R P P R R E E S S S S U U R R E E ( ( R R I I D D E E H H E E I I G G H H T T ) ) 4.
Page 124 MAINTENANCE CAUTION Make sure the motorcycle is stable when elevated. Injury may occur if the motorcycle tips or falls. 3. Grasp the rear wheel and attempt to move the wheel side-to- side. If there is movement at the front of the swingarm or in the axle area, see your dealer for service.
Page 125 Replace fork oil at motorcycle. See your dealer for service before operating. If fork the recommended intervals. Special tools are required to perform this procedure. See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service oil is present around the fork seals or inner tubes...
Page 126 MAINTENANCE S S T T E E E E R R I I N N G G H H E E A A D D I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N N C C R R A A N N K K C C A A S S E E B B R R E E A A T T H H E E R R H H O O S S E E S S Inspect both breather hoses along their length and at both ends.
Page 127 MAINTENANCE E E V V A A P P O O R R A A T T I I V V E E E E M M I I S S S S I I O O N N C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S Y Y S S T T E E M M F F U U E E L L S S Y Y S S T T E E M M C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T S S ( ( C C A A L L I I F F O O R R N N I I A A A A N N D D I I N N T T E E R R N N A A T T I I O O N N A A L L M M O O D D E E L L S S ) ) 1.
Page 128 MAINTENANCE T T H H R R O O T T T T L L E E C C O O N N T T R R O O L L I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N N M M E E C C H H A A N N I I C C A A L L C C L L U U T T C C H H L L E E V V E E R R F F R R E E E E P P L L A A Y Y 1.
Page 129 MAINTENANCE M M E E C C H H A A N N I I C C A A L L C C L L U U T T C C H H L L E E V V E E R R L L U U B B R R I I C C A A T T I I O O N N 6.
Page 130 Air in the brake system could cause the brakes to replace components as necessary. See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE malfunction. Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer can An over-full reservoir may cause brake drag or brake lock-up, assist.
Page 131 MAINTENANCE R R E E A A R R B B R R A A K K E E F F L L U U I I D D Change the brake fluid at the intervals recommended in the page 5.
Page 132 MAINTENANCE F F R R O O N N T T B B R R A A K K E E L L E E V V E E R R 2. If the fluid level is low, inspect brake pads as outlined in page 132.
Page 133 MAINTENANCE B B R R A A K K E E D D I I S S C C I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N N / / C C L L E E A A N N I I N N G G 1.
Page 134 MAINTENANCE B B R R A A K K E E P P A A D D S S fluid. If inspection reveals signs of fluid leakage, do not operate Inspect each front brake pad on both sides of the front disc. the vehicle.
Page 135 MAINTENANCE 2. Use an inspection mirror, positioned at the front side of the caliper, to view the friction material. A A N N T T I I - - L L O O C C K K B B R R A A K K E E S S Y Y S S T T E E M M ( ( A A B B S S ) ) T T O O N N E E R R I I N N G G / / S S E E N N S S O O R R I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N N 1.
Page 136 See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer can assist. W W H H E E E E L L A A L L I I G G N N M M E E N N T T...
Page 137 MAINTENANCE F F R R O O N N T T W W H H E E E E L L I I N N S S T T A A L L L L A A T T I I O O N N If the front wheel is removed for any reason, it must be reinstalled Right Fork Tube Axle Bolt 52 ft-lbs.
Page 138 See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an T T I I R R E E R R E E P P L L A A C C E E M M E E N N T T authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer can assist.
Page 139 MAINTENANCE T T I I R R E E P P R R E E S S S S U U R R E E Always check and adjust tire pressure when tires are cold. Do not adjust tire pressure immediately after riding. Wait at least 3 hours after riding to check pressure.
Page 140: Spark Plug Specifications
MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED PRESSURE LOADS UP TO VEHICLE’S LOCATION SIZE BRAND TYPE LOADS UP TO 200 LBS. (91 MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY Black Tires - CHIEFTAIN LIMITED / CHIEFTAIN ELITE Front: 19'' x 3.5'' Cast 130/60 - B19 61H Dunlop American Elite 36 psi (248 kPa) 36 psi (248 kPa) Aluminum...
Page 141 MAINTENANCE 4. To prevent debris from entering the spark plug holes, use 4. Lift the rear of the seat and pull rearward to disengage the front compressed air to clean the area around the plugs before mounting tab of the seat from the frame mount. Do not allow the removing them.
Page 142 MAINTENANCE S S E E A A T T R R E E M M O O V V A A L L ( ( R R O O A A D D M M A A S S T T E E R R C C L L A A S S S S I I C C / / TORQUE R R O O A A D D M M A A S S T T E E R R ) ) 18 ft-lbs (24 Nm)
Page 143 MAINTENANCE H H E E A A D D L L I I G G H H T T A A I I M M I I N N S S P P E E C C T T I I O O N N S S E E A A T T I I N N S S T T A A L L L L A A T T I I O O N N ( ( R R O O A A D D M M A A S S T T E E R R C C L L A A S S - - F F O O R R V V E E H H I I C C L L E E S S E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D W W I I T T H H I I N N C C A A N N D D E E S S C C E E N N T T S S I I C C / / R R O O A A D D M M A A S S T T E E R R ) )
Page 144 MAINTENANCE H H E E A A D D L L I I G G H H T T A A I I M M A A D D J J U U S S T T M M E E N N T T 2.
Page 145 See your 8. Tighten the four (4) rear bolts. authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. TORQUE A A P P P P L L I I E E S S T T O O : : C C H H I I E E F F M M O O D D E E L L S S / / S S P P R R I I N N G G F F I I E E L L D D 84 in-lbs (9.5 Nm)
Page 146 MAINTENANCE 2. Remove the four screws securing the headlamp retaining 6. Install the new bulb and secure the retainer. ring . Remove the retaining ring. Tool: Phillips screwdriver or universal tool Avoid touching a halogen lamp with bare fingers. Oil from your skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp.
Page 147 See your authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. T T A A I I L L L L I I G G H H T T / / B B R R A A K K E E L L I I G G H H T T R R E E P P L L A A C C E E M M E E N N T T The LED taillight and brake lights are not serviceable.
Page 148 MAINTENANCE B B A A T T T T E E R R Y Y • Decreased fob authentication range The motorcycle battery is a sealed, maintenance-free battery. Do • Horn honks 5 seconds after startup not remove the battery cap strip for any reason. Keep the battery •...
Page 149 MAINTENANCE B B A A T T T T E E R R Y Y R R E E M M O O V V A A L L 2. Remove the negative (-) battery cable from the battery terminal. Position the cable well clear of the terminal. 1.
Page 150 MAINTENANCE B B A A T T T T E E R R Y Y I I N N S S T T A A L L L L A A T T I I O O N N 5. Remove the rubber cover from the positive (+) battery cable and remove the cable from the terminal.
Page 151 MAINTENANCE 4. Make sure the positive (+) cable is routed horizontally and TORQUE perpendicular to the long side of the battery. Connect the 45 in-lbs (5 Nm) positive (+) cable to the positive (+) battery terminal. 6. Reinstall the battery cover and fastener. TORQUE 84 in-lbs (9.5 Nm) 7.
Page 152 12.5 volts after the second charge. is located under the left side panel. A maintenance charger can be purchased through your authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. 1. Following the charger manufacturer’s instructions, use a battery charger designed for use with 12-volt batteries.
Page 153 MAINTENANCE F F U U S S E E R R E E P P L L A A C C E E M M E E N N T T NOTICE Use fuses with the recommended amperage to avoid damage to the electrical system.
Page 154 • DO NOT back-probe electrical connectors on the vehicle unless directed to do so by the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual. • DO NOT power any accessories from the diagnostic connector (under left side cover).
Page 155 MAINTENANCE U U N N L L O O C C K K I I N N G G T T H H E E S S E E C C U U R R I I T T Y Y S S Y Y S S T T E E M M Your dealer will provide the master personal identification number (PIN) for the security system.
Page 156 Proceed to step the key fob is not detected or is not available and you cannot remember your PIN, please see your INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. If the 4-digit PIN is NOT successfully entered within 20 seconds, Please read the entire procedure before beginning.
Page 157 An engine compression test can be performed to monitor general Before returning the motorcycle to regular use, perform a road test engine condition. See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or in a safe area. Pay special attention to the proper fit and operation an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer can assist.
Page 158: Possible Cause
MAINTENANCE T T R R O O U U B B L L E E S S H H O O O O T T I I N N G G For your personal safety, do not attempt inspection or repairs not fully described in this rider’s manual. Contact an authorized dealer for service if you cannot determine the cause of a problem or if the inspection/repair exceeds your mechanical ability or tool resources.
Page 159 MAINTENANCE E E N N G G I I N N E E S S T T A A R R T T S S B B U U T T M M I I S S S S E E S S O O R R R R U U N N S S P P O O O O R R L L Y Y Turn engine OFF before inspecting any of these items.
Page 160 MAINTENANCE B B A A T T T T E E R R Y Y C C H H A A R R G G I I N N G G R R A A T T E E L L O O W W O O R R B B A A T T T T E E R R Y Y D D I I S S C C H H A A R R G G E E S S POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY/ACTION Loose/Corroded Charging Circuit Connection...
Page 161: Cleaning And Storage
This section provides tips on the very best way to clean, polish and NOTICE preserve every surface of your beautiful new INDIAN motorcycle. We recommend the use of our new INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Do not use pressurized water to wash the motorcycle. Water may...
Page 162 CLEANING AND STORAGE W W I I N N D D S S H H I I E E L L D D C C A A R R E E ( ( I I F F E E Q Q U U I I P P P P E E D D ) ) Clean the windshield with a soft cloth and plenty of warm water.
Page 163 CLEANING AND STORAGE G G L L O O S S S S C C L L E E A A R R C C O O A A T T F F I I N N I I S S H H C C A A R R E E The Axalta Sports and Equipment Finish System was used to •...
Page 164 Regular usage of use. Regular care will help keep premium leather products looking INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Leather Care Dressing will help prevent their best. this type of damage.
Page 165 L L E E A A T T H H E E R R C C A A R R E E D D R R E E S S S S I I N N G G A A P P P P L L I I C C A A T T I I O O N N INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Leather Care Dressing is a leather...
Page 166 A. Shoe polish should not be used on the leather items on your A. Each kit contains enough product for two applications. INDIAN motorcycle. Shoe polish contains a dye that can damage the leather and may leave residue on clothing.
Page 167 CLEANING AND STORAGE S S T T O O R R A A G G E E A A R R E E A A P P R R E E P P A A R R A A T T I I O O N N If you will not operate the motorcycle for more than 60 days, store the motorcycle to prevent damage to the fuel system and the battery and to protect components from corrosion or deterioration.
Page 168 CLEANING AND STORAGE C C L L E E A A N N A A N N D D P P R R O O T T E E C C T T T T H H E E M M O O T T O O R R C C Y Y C C L L E E B B A A T T T T E E R R Y Y C C A A R R E E To prepare the motorcycle for storage, begin by cleaning and 1.
Page 169 CLEANING AND STORAGE R R O O D D E E N N T T S S R R E E M M O O V V A A L L F F R R O O M M S S T T O O R R A A G G E E Mice and other rodents are often the worst enemy of a stored 1.
Page 171: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS S S P P E E C C I I F F I I C C A A T T I I O O N N S S D D I I M M E E N N S S I I O O N N S S Dimensions and specifications may vary with features, options and accessories.
Page 172 SPECIFICATIONS W W E E I I G G H H T T MODEL YEAR 2017 CHIEF SPRINGFIELD CHIEFTAIN / CHIEFTAIN ROADMASTER CLASSIC ROADMASTER DARK HORSE Dry Weight (without fuel/ 751 lbs. (341 kg) Classic / 830 lbs. (376 kg) Chieftain Dark Horse 799 864 lbs.
Page 173 SPECIFICATIONS E E N N G G I I N N E E MODEL YEAR 2017 ALL MODELS Engine Type ThunderStroke 111, Air Cooled Configuration V-Twin Displacement 111 cu. in. (1811 cc) Cooling System Air Cooled (CHIEF, SPRINGFIELD)Air/Oil Cooler (CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE) Compression Ratio 9.5:1 Valve Train...
Page 174 SPECIFICATIONS D D R R I I V V E E S S Y Y S S T T E E M M ALL MODELS Primary Drive Gear Drive Wet Clutch Crank Gear 55 Teeth Clutch Gear 86 Teeth Clutch Type Wet, Multi-Plate Primary Reduction Ratio 1.564:1...
Page 175 SPECIFICATIONS C C H H A A S S S S I I S S MODEL YEAR 2017 CHIEF MODELS SPRINGFIELD CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE / CHIEFTAIN / ROADMASTER CLASSIC / ROADMASTER Front Suspension Type/Travel Telescopic Fork/4.7 in. (119 mm) Front Fork Tube Diameter 46 mm Rear Suspension Type/Travel Single Shock/3.7 in.
Page 176 SPECIFICATIONS E E L L E E C C T T R R I I C C A A L L CHIEF / SPRINGFIELD / CHIEFTAIN DARK HORSE / CHIEFTAIN / ROADMASTER Alternator 710W @ 2000 RPM 610W @2000 RPM (Chief/Chief Dark Horse) Battery 12 Volt, 18 amp/hour, 310 CCA, Sealed Glass Mat Power Points...
Page 177 F F O O R R K K O O I I L L We recommend the use of INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Fork Oil for your motorcycle. B B R R A A K K E E F F L L U U I I D D We recommend the use of INDIAN MOTORCYCLE DOT 4 Brake Fluid for both brake master cylinders.
Page 179: Warranty
R R E E G G I I S S T T R R A A T T I I O O N N At the time of sale, the Warranty Registration Form must be completed by your dealer and submitted to INDIAN MOTORCYCLE within ten days of purchase.
Page 180 L L I I M M I I T T A A T T I I O O N N S S O O F F W W A A R R R R A A N N T T I I E E S S A A N N D D R R E E M M E E D D I I E E S S This INDIAN MOTORCYCLE limited warranty excludes any failures that are not caused by a defect in material or workmanship. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER CLAIMS OF DEFECTIVE DESIGN.
Page 181 The exclusive remedy for breach of this warranty shall be, at INDIAN MOTORCYCLE’s option, repair or replacement of any defective materials, components, or products.
Page 182 I I F F Y Y O O U U P P U U R R C C H H A A S S E E F F R R O O M M A A P P R R I I V V A A T T E E P P A A R R T T Y Y : : If you purchase an INDIAN motorcycle from a private party, to be kept and used outside of the country in which the motorcycle was originally purchased, all warranty coverage will be denied.
Page 183 IS SOLD OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY OF THE SELLING DEALER’S AUTHORIZED LOCATION. This policy does not apply to vehicles that have received authorization for export from INDIAN MOTORCYCLE. Dealers may not give authorization for export. You should consult an authorized dealer to determine this vehicle’s warranty or service coverage if you have any questions. This policy does not apply to vehicles registered to government officials or military personnel on assignment outside the country of the selling dealer’s authorized...
Page 184 WARRANTY...
Page 185: Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG M M A A I I N N T T E E N N A A N N C C E E L L O O G G PERFORMED MAINTENANCE PERFORMED MILES/KM NOTES...
Page 187: Audio System
Components not installed at the factory can be purchased from and installed by your INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. WARNING! Distracted driving can result in loss of control, collision or accident, which may result in serious injury or death.
Page 188 AUDIO SYSTEM • iPhone 5 and newer • iPod touch (3rd generation • iPhone 4s and newer and newer) • iPhone 4 and newer • iPod touch (2nd generation • iPhone 3GS and newer and newer) • iPhone 3G and newer •...
Page 189 AUDIO SYSTEM R R A A D D I I O O F F R R E E Q Q U U E E N N C C I I E E S S R R A A D D I I O O S S O O U U R R C C E E S S N N O O R R T T H H A A M M E E R R I I C C A A N N O O R R T T H H A A M M E E R R I I C C A A S S O O U U R R C C E E S S •...
Page 190 AUDIO SYSTEM A A U U D D I I O O M M E E N N U U O O P P T T I I O O N N S S • Audio Output • Bass • Mid •...
Page 191 AUDIO SYSTEM A A U U D D I I O O C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S VOL (+) 1. Radio On/Off The audio controls are located on the left handlebar. Volume +/- VOL (-) Menu Scroll...
Page 192 AUDIO SYSTEM I I N N S S T T R R U U M M E E N N T T C C L L U U S S T T E E R R A A U U D D I I O O D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y The audio system information is displayed in the center display on the instrument cluster.
Page 193 AUDIO SYSTEM U U S S B B C C O O N N N N E E C C T T O O R R P P O O W W E E R R A A N N D D V V O O L L U U M M E E C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S A A U U D D I I O O S S Y Y S S T T E E M M P P O O W W E E R R A USB connector cord is located on the right side of the lower front fairing.
Page 194 AUDIO SYSTEM A A U U D D I I O O S S Y Y S S T T E E M M V V O O L L U U M M E E M M U U T T E E / / P P U U S S H H - - T T O O - - T T A A L L K K ( ( P P T T T T ) ) Audio is active in either the speakers or the headsets.
Page 195 AUDIO SYSTEM S S E E L L E E C C T T I I N N G G A A U U D D I I O O S S O O U U R R C C E E S S M M W W ( ( M M E E D D I I U U M M W W A A V V E E ) ) S S O O U U R R C C E E : : Press repeatedly to choose the desired audio source.
Page 196 AUDIO SYSTEM U U S S B B S S O O U U R R C C E E S S : : N N A A V V S S O O U U R R C C E E : : All models All models (skipped if not enabled) Flash memory connected...
Page 197 AUDIO SYSTEM F F M M / / A A M M / / M M W W / / L L W W T T U U N N I I N N G G M M E E M M O O R R Y Y P P R R E E S S E E T T S S MW and LW radio sources are in Europe only.
Page 198 AUDIO SYSTEM W W E E A A T T H H E E R R B B A A N N D D ( ( W W X X ) ) 6. The station will be stored. Weather band channels are broadcast by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Page 199 AUDIO SYSTEM U U S S B B A A U U D D I I O O S S O O U U R R C C E E - - F F L L A A S S H H / / M M E E M M O O R R Y Y S S T T I I C C K K U U S S B B A A U U D D I I O O S S O O U U R R C C E E - - I I P P O O D D / / I I P P H H O O N N E E C C O O N N N N E E C C T T E E D D The USB flash drive must be formatted using the FAT32 file system.
Page 200 AUDIO SYSTEM T T U U N N I I N N G G / / F F F F - - R R W W 1. Press and release to select the next or previous song. 2. Press and hold to fast forward or rewind.
Page 201 AUDIO SYSTEM C C A A T T E E G G O O R R Y Y S S E E L L E E C C T T 5. To navigate from the category menu to the sub-category menu, 1.
Page 202 AUDIO SYSTEM U U S S B B A A U U D D I I O O S S O O U U R R C C E E - - I I P P O O D D / / I I P P H H O O N N E E W W I I T T H H P P A A N N D D O O R R A A 2.
Page 203 AUDIO SYSTEM N N A A V V S S O O U U R R C C E E 5. To skip forward to the next song, press and release Please read this manual and the GARMIN ZUMO 660 NAV MP3 information provided with your player to become familiar with all unit features and operation.
Page 204 AUDIO SYSTEM N N A A V V I I G G A A T T I I O O N N M M P P 3 3 O O P P E E R R A A T T I I O O N N T T I I P P S S B B L L U U E E T T O O O O T T H H S S O O U U R R C C E E S S Press and release until “DRIVE DEVICE”...
Page 205 AUDIO SYSTEM M M U U S S I I C C M M O O D D E E S S E E T T T T I I N N G G - - B B L L U U E E T T O O O O T T H H S S E E T T U U P P M M E E N N U U When a device is paired to a Bluetooth source and is in the process of connecting to the radio, “CONNECTING”...
Page 206 AUDIO SYSTEM M M U U S S I I C C M M O O D D E E S S E E T T T T I I N N G G - - B B L L U U E E T T O O O O T T H H D D R R I I V V E E S S O O U U R R C C E E 5.
Page 207 AUDIO SYSTEM V V O O I I C C E E R R E E C C O O G G N N I I T T I I O O N N M M O O D D E E I I N N I I T T I I A A T T I I N N G G A A P P H H O O N N E E C C A A L L L L The radio features voice recognition when a driver headset is To initiate a phone call, double-press...
Page 208 AUDIO SYSTEM R R E E C C E E I I V V I I N N G G / / A A N N S S W W E E R R I I N N G G P P H H O O N N E E C C A A L L L L S S Press to cancel outgoing call if desired.
Page 209 AUDIO SYSTEM E E R R R R O O R R M M E E S S S S A A G G E E S S S S I I R R I I E E Y Y E E S S F F R R E E E E If your phone receives an incoming call, but you do not have your Your radio’s voice command mode supports the Siri Eyes Free headsets connected, the incoming call information and “CANNOT...
Page 210 AUDIO SYSTEM A A U U D D I I O O M M O O D D E E M M E E N N U U S S A A U U D D I I O O O O U U T T P P U U T T S S E E L L E E C C T T E E N N T T E E R R I I N N G G M M O O D D E E M M E E N N U U Use the audio output select menu to direct the audio output to either the external speakers or headsets.
Page 211 AUDIO SYSTEM M M I I D D S S E E T T T T I I N N G G F F A A D D E E R R S S E E T T T T I I N N G G Press to adjust.
Page 212 AUDIO SYSTEM A A U U T T O O M M A A T T I I C C V V O O L L U U M M E E C C O O N N T T R R O O L L ( ( A A V V C C ) ) B B L L U U E E T T O O O O T T H H S S E E T T U U P P Bluetooth Setup allows the user to pair and unpair the headset and When set, this feature will lower or raise the speaker/headset...
Page 213 AUDIO SYSTEM B B L L U U E E T T O O O O T T H H S S E E T T U U P P M M E E N N U U B B L L U U E E T T O O O O T T H H S S E E T T U U P P N N O O T T E E S S The Bluetooth Setup Menu provides the following selections: •...
Page 214 AUDIO SYSTEM D D R R I I V V E E R R H H E E A A D D S S E E T T P P A A I I R R I I N N G G 6.
Page 215: Add Device
AUDIO SYSTEM D D R R I I V V E E R R D D E E V V I I C C E E P P A A I I R R I I N N G G 9.
Page 216 AUDIO SYSTEM The radio will search for the device. When the device is found, its name will display. 7. Press and release to pair the device with the radio. 8. After pressing , a confirmation screen will appear. Verify the code on the device matches the code displayed on the screen.
Page 217 AUDIO SYSTEM U U N N P P A A I I R R I I N N G G / / R R E E C C O O N N N N E E C C T T I I N N G G D D E E V V I I C C E E S S 4.
Page 218 AUDIO SYSTEM 8. Push release unpair device. “UNPAIRED” will be displayed after the device is removed from the list. The radio will return to the DRIVE H-SET device location. 9. To connect a different paired device at a location, select that device and press to select it.
Page 219 AUDIO SYSTEM B B L L U U E E T T O O O O T T H H D D R R I I V V E E R R D D E E V V I I C C E E T T U U N N E E R R C C L L E E A A R R P P R R E E S S E E T T S S 1.
Page 220 AUDIO SYSTEM R R A A D D I I O O B B R R O O A A D D C C A A S S T T D D A A T T A A S S Y Y S S T T E E M M ( ( R R B B D D S S ) ) 1.
Page 221 The audio system diagnostic menu allows the following actions for Key pad diagnostics allows the user to the test the function of each you or your INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer: button on the left hand audio control block. • View radio software version •...
Page 222 AUDIO SYSTEM T T U U N N E E R R L L O O C C A A T T I I O O N N S S E E T T T T I I N N G G S S TIP: Partial screen shown.
Page 223 AUDIO SYSTEM A A U U D D I I O O C C O O M M P P L L I I A A N N C C E E I I N N F F O O R R M M A A T T I I O O N N S S P P E E E E D D D D I I A A G G N N O O S S T T I I C C F F C C C C A A N N D D I I N N D D U U S S T T R R Y Y C C A A N N A A D D A A C C O O M M P P L L I I A A N N C C E E The Speed Diagnostic menu displays vehicle speed.
Page 225: Ride Command
RIDE COMMAND™ R R I I D D E E C C O O M M M M A A N N D D ™ ™ O O V V E E R R V V I I E E W W WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash, and injury.
Page 226 RIDE COMMAND™ C C U U S S T T O O M M I I Z Z E E Y Y O O U U R R R R I I D D E E R R S S C C R R E E E E N N S S 2.
Page 227 RIDE COMMAND™ 3. From the options shown on the left side of the display screen 4. From the options shown on the right side of the display screen select the option you want displayed on the left side of your , select the option you want displayed on the right side of Rider Screen.
Page 228 RIDE COMMAND™ 5. When you have finished, press the return icon on the display screen to save and return.
Page 229 RIDE COMMAND™ A A U U D D I I O O 2. Press the Audio button again, or press the Source button the upper left corner of your display screen. The Audio Section of RIDE COMMAND™ allows you to change the audio source, adjust volume level, and set radio presets.
Page 230 RIDE COMMAND™ 3. Choose audio source from available options. NOTE Current audio source is shown inside red circle on display screen.
Page 231 RIDE COMMAND™ T T U U N N E E R R 2. Press the Scan button to toggle through stations. The tuner will stop at each station with a strong signal and play for a If you select FM or AM as your audio source, a tuner will show on limited time, before moving on to the next station.
Page 232 RIDE COMMAND™ 4. To save a station to your presets, be on the station you wish to save and press and hold on an empty preset button...
Page 233 RIDE COMMAND™ D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y O O N N / / O O F F F F S S C C R R E E E E N N 2.
Page 234 RIDE COMMAND™ B B L L U U E E T T O O O O T T H H P P A A I I R R P P H H O O N N E E T T O O R R I I D D E E C C O O M M M M A A N N D D ™ ™ To pair phone to touchscreen display, do the following: 1.
Page 235 RIDE COMMAND™ NOTE 3. Press the Bluetooth icon on the right side of the display. While accepting notifications on your phone, remember to select the “Do Not Show Again” box if applicable. P P A A I I R R H H E E A A D D S S E E T T T T O O R R I I D D E E C C O O M M M M A A N N D D ™ ™ NOTE For the Bluetooth features of RIDE COMMAND™...
Page 236 RIDE COMMAND™ N N A A V V I I G G A A T T I I O O N N 2. Press the Search button in the lower right of the RIDE COMMMAND™ display. The Navigation Screen provides you with directions to your destinations.
Page 237 RIDE COMMAND™ 3. Press the Address Search button 4. Press the Country button at the top of the display screen enter the name of the country you are searching for into the search field, then press the confirm button 5. Enter the name of the City into the search field and press the confirm button.
Page 238 RIDE COMMAND™ 6. The display will ask you if you want to travel to the city center. 9. The RIDE COMMAND™ display will show an overview of the Select City Center if you wish to navigate to the city center, or route.
Page 239 RIDE COMMAND™ N N A A V V I I G G A A T T I I O O N N O O P P T T I I O O N N S S 10. Press the confirm button to confirm selection and begin navigation.
Page 240 RIDE COMMAND™ 2. Press the Audio icon on the Navigation screen to bring up a 3. Press the X icon to pause the navigation, or stop navigation. list of audio options, such as volume controls and mute. 4. Pinch the screen with 2 fingers to zoom out of your map, pinch your fingers outward to zoom in.
Page 241 RIDE COMMAND™ 5. You can also use the + and - buttons located in the lower left 7. Press the re-center button to re-center your map. corner of the touchscreen to zoom in and out of your map. 6. Swipe your finger across the touchscreen display to pan around the map.
Page 242 RIDE COMMAND™ P P O O I I N N T T O O F F I I N N T T E E R R E E S S T T ( ( P P O O I I ) ) 2.
Page 243 RIDE COMMAND™ 5. When prompted to Calculated Route, press Yes. 6. Press the Confirm button located in the lower right of the RIDE COMMAND™ display.
Page 244 RIDE COMMAND™ H H A A N N D D C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S A A U U D D I I O O C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S T T R R I I G G G G E E R R C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S 1.
Page 245 RIDE COMMAND™ R R I I D D E E C C O O M M M M A A N N D D ™ ™ S S E E T T T T I I N N G G S S The Settings Menu is where you can personalize your Navigation System.
Page 246 RIDE COMMAND™ G G E E N N E E R R A A L L T T I I M M E E Press the General button to access the General Settings. Press the Time button to access the Time Settings. From the General settings menu you can do the following:.
Page 247 RIDE COMMAND™ A A U U D D I I O O V V E E H H I I C C L L E E Press the Audio button within the settings menu to access the Press the Vehicle button to access the Vehicle Settings. Audio Settings.
Page 248 NOTE 2. Power up your Indian Motorcycle. O O N N Y Y O O U U R R R R I I D D E E C C O O M M M M A A N N D D ™ ™ D D I I S S P P L L A A Y Y S S C C R R E E E E N N Use the date listed in the file name to determine most recent file.
Page 249 O O N N Y Y O O U U R R M M O O T T O O R R C C Y Y C C L L E E storage area above the display. 2. Power up your Indian Motorcycle. 1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB cable located within the storage area above the RIDE COMMAND™...
Page 251 INDEX Battery Removal........147 Crankcase Breather Hoses....124 Battery Voltage ........52 Cruise Control........100 About the Rider’s Manual..... 11 Bluetooth Music Mode Settings....203 Accelerate ........101 ABS Sensor Inspection .......133 Bluetooth Setup.........210 Cruise Control Tips ......100 ABS Tone Ring Inspection ....133 Bluetooth Sources ......202 Cruise Control, Cancel ....101 Accelerating ........
Page 252 INDEX Engine Error Codes......43 Front Wheel Installation .....135 Engine Hours ........51 Fuel and Exhaust Safety ...... 18 Hand Grip Heater Switch..... 36 Engine Identification Number ....9 Fuel Cap........... 78 Hazard Switch........33 Engine Oil Recommendation ....175 Fuel Economy Display ......50 Headlight Aim Adjustment....142 Engine Oil/Filter Change ....111 Fuel Filter ........112...
Page 253 INDEX Multi-Function Display (MFD)..41, 48 Pre-Ride Inspections......79 Mute ..........192 Brake Lines ........86 Key Fob Compliance Statement .... 19 Mute, Low Voltage ......192 Electrical Inspections ...... 80 Keyless Ignition ......... 34 Engine Oil Level ......82–83 Fasteners ........88 Front Brake Fluid Level ....
Page 254 INDEX Rear Brake Pad Inspection ....132 Hard Bag Removal......71 Shock Air Pressure Adjustment..120–121 Rear Brake Pedal.......128 Soft Bag Removal ......72 Side Covers ........139 Rear Drive Belt Cleaning ....115 Saddlebags, Trunk and Other Storage ... 16 Sidestand.......... 73 Rear Drive Belt Condition ....115 Safe Riding Practices ......
Page 255 INDEX Tire Replacement......136 Washing the Motorcycle.....159 Tire Tread Depth.......136 Weight ..........170 Tires ..........136 Wheel Alignment ......134 Toggle Switches......... 36 Wheel Inspection ......134 Transporting the Motorcycle ....18 Wheel Spokes ........133 Trip 1 Hours ........49 Wheels And Tires......173 Trip 2 Hours ........50 Windshield Adjustment.......
Page 257 To locate your nearest dealer, visit www.indianmotorcycle.com Indian Motorcycle Company 2100 Highway 55 Medina, MN 55340 Phone: 1-877-204-3697 French: 1-800-268-6334 Part No. 9927621 Rev 03 Printed in USA...

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