Polaris 2016 INDIAN Chief Classic - Manual (Page 114)

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Maintenance
Wheel Spokes (if equipped)
Inspect both wheels for loose, bent, broken or missing
spokes (if equipped). To identify loose spokes, grasp each
spoke and try to move it side to side or up and down. All
spokes should be equally tight and have the same amount of
flex. Tighten loose spokes and replace bent, broken or
missing spokes (see an authorized dealer).
WARNING! Spokes adjusted or replaced improperly could distort
the wheel, make the motorcycle difficult to handle, and cause loss of
control.
Wheel Inspection
Inspect both wheels for cracks or damage and replace
damaged wheels promptly. Do not operate the motorcycle if
wheels are damaged or cracked. See the INDIAN
MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN
MOTORCYCLE dealer.
Wheel Alignment
Inspect rear wheel alignment at regular service intervals,
whenever the rear wheel is removed and when the rear
drive belt is adjusted. Please see your dealer for this
service.
Front Wheel Installation
If the front wheel is
removed for any
reason, it must be
reinstalled in the
correct rotating
direction.
Clean all wheel
components before
installation. Apply a
light coat of all-
purpose grease to
the axle and both
spacers.
Axle Bolt
52 ft-lbs (70 Nm)
Right
Fork
Tube
Left
Fork
Tube
Wheel Spacers
0.925 in. (23.5 mm)
Pinch Bolts
18-19 ft-lbs
(24.4-25.7 Nm)