Polaris 2016 INDIAN Chief Classic - Manual (Page 73)

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Pre-Ride Inspections
Front Brake Fluid Level
1. Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright
position. Position the handlebars so that the fluid
reservoir is level.
2. View the fluid level
through the sight
glass. The fluid
should be clear.
Replace cloudy or
contaminated fluid.
3. The fluid level should
be above the
minimum indicator
mark in the sight
glass.
4. If the fluid level is
low, inspect brake
pads as outlined on
pages 110-111. If pads are not worn beyond the service
limit, inspect the brake system for leaks. Check for
signs of brake fluid leaks around hoses, fittings,
reservoir, and brake calipers.
5. Add brake fluid if necessary. See page 109.
Front Brake Lever
1. Pull the front brake lever toward the handlebar and hold
it. The lever should move freely and smoothly. The lever
should feel firm and continue to feel firm until released.
2. Release the lever. It should return to its rest position
quickly when released.
3. If the front brake lever fails to perform as stated, service
the brake lever before riding.
Rear Brake Pedal
1. Press downward on the rear brake pedal. It should move
freely and smoothly. The pedal should feel firm and
continue to feel firm until released.
2. Release the pedal. It should return to its rest position
quickly when released.
3. If the rear brake pedal fails to perform as stated or
travels too far before beginning to engage the brake,
service the brakes before riding.
Sight
Glass
Minimum
Level Mark