Polaris 2015 INDIAN Scout - Manual (Page 72)

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Maintenance
Swing Arm/Rear Axle Inspection
1. Sit in the operator's seat and slowly bounce the rear
suspension a few times. Make sure the suspension
moves freely without binding. Listen for abnormal
noises.
2. Elevate and support the motorcycle with the rear tire
slightly off the floor. See page 90.
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.
4. With the transmission in neutral, slowly rotate the rear
wheel. If the wheel does not rotate smoothly, see your
dealer for service.
Front Fork/Suspension Inspection
1. Place the motorcycle on the
sidestand and inspect the
front forks. If fork oil is
present on the outer tube,
do not ride the motorcycle.
See your dealer for service
before operating. If fork oil
is present around the fork
seals or inner tubes,
replace the fork seals.
2. Clean the fork tubes to
remove bugs, tar or buildup
which may cause seal wear
or leakage. Inspect the
outer surfaces of the inner
fork tubes for scratches or
damage from foreign
objects.
3. Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright
position. Apply the front brake and push downward
(hard) on the handlebars several times. The front
suspension should operate smoothly and quietly.
4. Fork oil condition and level affects front suspension
performance and internal component wear. Replace
fork oil at the recommended intervals. Special tools are
required to perform this procedure. See the INDIAN
MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN
MOTORCYCLE dealer.
Inner Tube
Seal
Outer
Tube