Polaris 2015 INDIAN Scout - Manual (Page 34)

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Instruments, Features and Controls
Gear Shift Lever
The gear shift lever is located on the left side of the
motorcycle. Operate the lever with your foot.
• Press downward on the toe lever to shift to a lower gear.
• Lift upward on the toe lever to shift to a higher gear.
• Release the lever after each gear shift.
• See pages 48-50 for gear shifting procedures.
Sidestand
WARNING! An improperly retracted sidestand could contact the
ground and cause a loss of control resulting in serious injury or
death. Always retract the sidestand fully before operating the
motorcycle.
To park the motorcycle, swing the end of the sidestand
downward and away from the motorcycle until it is fully
extended. Always turn the handlebars to the left for
maximum stability. Lean the motorcycle to the left until the
sidestand firmly supports the motorcycle.
CAUTION! If the motorcycle weight is not resting on the sidestand,
it will not lock. In this situation, any movement of the motorcycle
could cause the sidestand to retract slightly. If the sidestand is not in
the full forward position when the motorcycle weight is rested on it,
the motorcycle could fall over, possibly causing injury and damage to
the motorcycle.
To retract the sidestand, straddle the motorcycle and bring
it to the fully upright position. Swing the end of the sidestand
upward and toward the motorcycle until it is fully retracted.
See page 52 for parking instructions, including parking on
slopes and soft surfaces.
Gear Shift Lever