Polaris 2016 INDIAN Chief Classic - Manual (Page 105)

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Maintenance
Steering Head Inspection
1. Elevate and support the motorcycle with the front tire
slightly off the floor. See page 128.
CAUTION! Make sure the motorcycle is stable when elevated.
Injury may occur if the motorcycle tips or falls.
2. Turn the handlebars from stop to stop. The action should
be smooth but not loose. Make sure wires, hoses and
control cables do not interfere with smooth steering.
3. Position the front wheel straight ahead. Grasp the front
forks near the front axle and attempt to move the wheel
front-to-back. If there is front-to-back movement at the
steering head, see your dealer for service.
4. If steering binds, feels rough or uneven, or if movement
is detected at the steering stem, see your dealer for
service.
5. Rotate the front wheel and inspect for smooth rotation of
front wheel bearings. If roughness or unusual sounds
are present, see your dealer for service.
6. Turn handle bars full right or left and hold against the
fork stop. Attempt to move front wheel side-to-side. If
movement is observed, see your dealer for service.
Crankcase Breather Hoses
Inspect both breather hoses along their length and at both
ends. Make sure hoses are not restricted, kinked, cracked or
otherwise damaged. Replace any worn or damaged hoses.
Breather Hoses