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Maintenance, Exhaust system inspection, Elevating the motorcycle – Polaris 2015 INDIAN Scout User Manual

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Maintenance

Exhaust System Inspection

Check the exhaust system for stains from leaking exhaust

gasses. Replace damaged or leaking exhaust gaskets.

Check all exhaust system fasteners. Tighten loose clamps

and fasteners. Do not overtighten. See the INDIAN

MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN

MOTORCYCLE dealer.

Elevating the Motorcycle

WARNING! Serious injury or death can occur if the motorcycle tips

or falls. Make sure the motorcycle will not tip or fall while elevated or

while on the sidestand.

Some procedures require raising the motorcycle to remove

weight from the component being inspected. Elevate the

motorcycle by placing a stable, flat platform jack or lift

mechanism on a firm, flat surface and lifting under the

engine crankcase. The platform should be a minimum of 12

inches (30 cm) square. DO NOT attempt to lift the

motorcycle without proper equipment. Always secure the

motorcycle properly before lifting so it cannot tip or fall

when elevated.

Road Test

Before returning the motorcycle to regular use, perform a

road test in a safe area. Pay special attention to the proper fit

and operation of all serviced components.
Make any corrections or additional adjustments promptly to

ensure safe, reliable and enjoyable vehicle performance.

Fastener Inspection

1. Inspect the entire motorcycle chassis and engine for

loose, damaged or missing fasteners. Tighten loose

fasteners to the proper torque. See the INDIAN

MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN

MOTORCYCLE dealer.

2. Always replace stripped, damaged or broken fasteners

before riding. Use genuine INDIAN MOTORCYCLE

fasteners of equal size and strength.

Fastener Torques

Some procedures and fastener torques are not listed in this

manual. See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an

authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer.