Indian Motorcycle® Service Tips & Tricks

Hello, fellow Indian Motorcycle® riders in Sturgis and all around the Black Hills. This is cycle support brought to you by the official Indian Motorcycle® YouTube channel and Indian Motorcycles® of Sturgis. Check out the videos below for issues ranging from diagnostic to cosmetic. And always remember, if you can't find help on this page, contact Indian Motorcycles® of Sturgis at (605) 206-7830 or click here to schedule maintenance online right now.

How to Change the Oil on the Indian Chief and Indian Chieftain

Learn how to change the oil and oil filter on your Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chief Vintage, or Indian Chieftain. This video provides tips on how to watch for the position of the engine drain plugs, oil filter and dipstick. Indian Motorcycle® recommends using the Indian Motorcycle® Oil Change Kit (PN 288067) whenever you change the oil on your Indian Motorcycle®.
How to Check the Indian Chieftain Oil Level

Learn how to check the oil level on your Indian Chieftain. Watch for the recommended oil level found between the add line and the full line on the dipstick.
How to Remove and Install an Indian Motorcycle® Battery

If you need to replace the battery on your Indian Motorcycle®, watch this video to see how to remove and install a new battery with the proper procedures.
How to Remove and Replace Your Indian Chieftain Air Filter

Learn how to remove and replace the air filter on your Indian Chieftain. In order to properly remove and replace, watch this video for the correct techniques.
How to Remove and Replace the Indian Chief Light Bulbs

Learn how to remove and replace the headlamp and spot lamp bulbs on your Indian Chief Vintage and Indian Chief Classic. This video will show you proper safety procedures.
How to Remove and Replace the Indian Chieftain Light Bulbs

Learn how to remove, replace and change the direction of the beam of the headlight, spot lamp and taillight bulbs on your Indian Chieftain. Watch for specific details about the hardware of your motorcycle and understand the proper safety procedures to follow.
How to Adjust Indian Chief Rear Shocks

Learn how to adjust the rear shocks on your Indian Chief Vintage or Indian Chief Classic. This shows the proper procedures for elevating your motorcycle, measuring the preload versus sag weight and adjusting the rear shocks according to riding style to get the most out of your ride.
How to Change Your Indian Chieftain Suspension

Learn how to adjust your air suspension on your Indian Chieftain based on rider, passenger, and cargo weight. Watch for tips on having the right suspension set to get the most out of your ride.
How to Remove and Install the Indian Chief Vintage Windshield

Learn how to remove and reinstall a windshield on your Indian Chief Vintage. This video will explain proper placement of the windshield, the location of the grommets and the position of an excess fastener hole for added security.
How to Remove and Replace Indian Chief Saddlebags

To properly remove and replace your Indian Chief Vintage saddlebags, watch this video for instructions.
How to Remove and Replace Indian Chieftain Saddlebags

To properly remove and replace your Indian Chieftain hard saddlebags, watch this video for instructions.
How to Remove and Install Indian Motorcycle® Seats

If you are looking to change out the seats on your Indian Motorcycle®, watch this video for the how to of removing and installing seats.
How to Remove the Indian Chieftain Side Panels

Learn how to remove and reinstall the left-hand side panels on your Indian Chieftain to access the fuse box, the air valve for your air shock and swingarm pivot shaft. You can also learn how to remove the right-hand side panels to access the connector for your saddlebag.
Using the Indian Chief Classic and Chief Vintage Instrument Cluster

This video gives you an overview of the different controls on your Indian Chief Classic and Indian Chief Vintage.
Using the Indian Chieftain Instrument Cluster

This video gives you an overview of the the different controls on your Indian Chieftain.
How to Use Your Indian Chieftain Radio

Get the most out of your Indian Chieftain radio with this video overview.
Using the Bluetooth Radio on Your Indian Chieftain

Pair your device with the Indian Chieftain Bluetooth connectivity function. Watch the overview below for how to use this feature on your bike.
How to Reset Your Indian Motorcycle® Pin Code

The Indian Motorcycle® P.I.N code keeps your bike safe. If you have forgotten your P.I.N code, this video will show you how to reset the code using the master P.I.N.