Content Source: 2020 Indian Scout Bobber / Bobber 20 Owner’s Manual (9929432 R03) > Warranty Chapter

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INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Warranty Policy

LIMITED WARRANTY

Indian Motorcycle Company, 2100 Highway 55, Medina, Minnesota 55340 (INDIAN MOTORCYCLE) gives a LIMITED WARRANTY on all components of your INDIAN motorcycle against defects in material or workmanship. This warranty covers parts and labor charges for repair or replacement of defective parts and begins on the date of purchase by the original retail purchaser. This warranty is transferable to another owner during the warranty period through an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer, but any such transfer will not extend the original term of the warranty.
This warranty will be in effect for a period of:
TWENTY-FOUR (24) MONTHS for privately used motorcycles.
SIX (6) MONTHS for commercially used motorcycles or motorcycles that at any point during the warranty period were the subject of commercial rent.
The product is used commercially when it is used in connection with any work or employment that generates income, or is licensed for a commercial purpose during any part of the warranty period.
The duration of this warranty may vary in your jurisdiction based upon local laws and regulations.

REGISTRATION

At the time of sale, the Warranty Registration Form must be completed by your dealer and submitted to INDIAN MOTORCYCLE within ten days of purchase. Upon receipt of this registration, INDIAN MOTORCYCLE will record the registration for warranty. No verification of registration will be sent to the purchaser as the copy of the Warranty Registration Form will be your proof of warranty coverage. If you have not signed the original registration and received the customer copy, please contact your dealer immediately. NO WARRANTY COVERAGE WILL BE ALLOWED UNLESS YOUR MOTORCYCLE IS REGISTERED WITH INDIAN MOTORCYCLE. Initial dealer preparation and set-up of your motorcycle is very important in ensuring trouble-free operation. Purchasing a vehicle in the crate or without proper dealer set-up will void your warranty coverage.

WARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCLUSIONS:
LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES

This INDIAN MOTORCYCLE limited warranty excludes any failures that are not caused by a defect in material or workmanship. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER CLAIMS OF DEFECTIVE DESIGN. This warranty also does not cover acts of God, accidental damage, normal wear and tear, abuse or improper handling. This warranty also does not cover any motorcycle, component, or part that has been altered structurally, modified, neglected, improperly maintained, or used for purposes other than for which it was designed.
This warranty excludes damages or failures resulting from: improper lubrication; improper engine timing; improper fuel; surface imperfections caused by external stress, heat, cold or contamination; operator error or abuse; improper component alignment, tension, adjustment or altitude compensation; snow, water, dirt or other foreign substance ingestion/contamination; improper maintenance; modified components; use of aftermarket or unapproved components, accessories, or attachments; unauthorized repairs; or repairs made after the warranty period expires or by an unauthorized repair center.
This warranty excludes damages or failures caused by abuse, accident, fire, or any other cause other than a defect in materials or workmanship and provides no coverage for consumable components, general wear items, or any parts exposed to friction surfaces, stresses, environmental conditions and/or contamination for which they were not designed or not intended, including but not limited to the following items:
  • Wheels and tires
  • Suspension components
  • Brake components
  • Seat components
  • Clutches and components
  • Steering components
  • Batteries
  • Light bulbs/Sealed beam lamps
  • Filters
  • Lubricants
  • Bushings
  • Sealants
  • Coolants
  • Bearings
  • Finished and unfinished surfaces
  • Fuel Injectors/Throttle body components
  • Engine components
  • Drive belts
  • Hydraulic components and fluids
  • Circuit breakers/Fuses
  • Electronic components
  • Spark plugs

LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS

  1. Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may cause engine damage. We recommend the use of INDIAN MOTORCYCLE engine oil.
  2. Damage or failure resulting from the use of non-recommended lubricants or fluids is not covered by this warranty.
This warranty provides no coverage for personal loss or expense, including mileage, transportation costs, hotels, meals, shipping or handling fees, motorcycle pick-up or delivery, replacement rentals, loss of vehicle use, loss of profits, or loss of vacation or personal time.
The exclusive remedy for breach of this warranty shall be, at INDIAN MOTORCYCLE’s option, repair or replacement of any defective materials, components, or products. THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY ARE THE ONLY REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO ANY PERSON FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. INDIAN MOTORCYCLE SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY DESCRIPTION, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHER TORT OR OTHERWISE. THIS EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTAL, INCIDENTAL, AND SPECIAL DAMAGES IS INDEPENDENT FROM AND SHALL SURVIVE ANY FINDING THAT THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS EXCLUDED FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. ALL OTHER IMPLIED WARRANTIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY) ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ABOVE one year WARRANTY PERIOD. INDIAN MOTORCYCLE DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOT STATED IN THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT PERMIT THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU IF INCONSISTENT WITH CONTROLLING STATE LAW.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

If your motorcycle requires warranty service, you must take it to an INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Servicing Dealer. When requesting warranty service you must present your copy of the Warranty Registration Form to the dealer. (THE COST OF TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE DEALER IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY). INDIAN MOTORCYCLE suggests that you use your original selling dealer; however, you may use any INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Servicing Dealer to perform warranty service.

In the Country where your motorcycle was purchased:

Warranty or Service Bulletin repairs must be done by an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. If you move or are traveling within the country where your motorcycle was purchased, Warranty and Service Bulletin repairs may be requested from any authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer.

Outside the Country where your motorcycle was purchased:

If you are traveling temporarily outside the country where your motorcycle was purchased, you should take your motorcycle to an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer. You must show the dealer photo identification from the country of the selling dealer’s authorized location as proof of residence. Upon residence verification, the servicing dealer will be authorized to perform the warranty repair.

If you move:

If you move to another country, be sure to contact INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Customer Assistance and the customs department of the destination country before you move. Vehicle importation rules vary considerably from country to country. You may be required to present documentation of your move to INDIAN MOTORCYCLE in order to continue your warranty coverage. You may also be required to obtain documentation from INDIAN MOTORCYCLE in order to register your motorcycle in your new country. You should warranty register your motorcycle at a local INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer in your new country immediately after you move to continue your warranty coverage and to ensure that you receive information and notices regarding your motorcycle.

If you purchase from a private party:

If you purchase an INDIAN motorcycle from a private party, to be kept and used outside of the country in which the motorcycle was originally purchased, all warranty coverage will be denied. You must nonetheless register your motorcycle under your name and address with a local INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer in your country to ensure that you receive safety information and notices regarding your motorcycle.

EXPORTED VEHICLES

EXCEPT WHERE SPECIFICALLY REQUIRED BY LAW, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR SERVICE BULLETIN COVERAGE ON THIS VEHICLE IF IT IS SOLD OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY OF THE SELLING DEALER’S AUTHORIZED LOCATION. This policy does not apply to vehicles that have received authorization for export from INDIAN MOTORCYCLE. Dealers may not give authorization for export. You should consult an authorized dealer to determine this vehicle’s warranty or service coverage if you have any questions. This policy does not apply to vehicles registered to government officials or military personnel on assignment outside the country of the selling dealer’s authorized location. This policy does not apply to Safety Bulletins.

NOTICE

If your vehicle is registered outside of the country where it was purchased and you have not followed the procedure set above, your vehicle will no longer be eligible for warranty or service bulletin coverage of any kind, other than safety bulletins. Vehicles registered to government officials or military personnel on assignment outside of the country where the vehicle was purchased will continue to be covered by the Limited Warranty.
Please work with your dealer to resolve any warranty issues. Should your dealer require any additional assistance, they will contact the appropriate person at INDIAN MOTORCYCLE.

Motorcycle Noise Regulation

Tampering with noise control systems is prohibited. Federal law prohibits the following acts or causing thereof:
  • The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for the purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use, or
  • The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.

    Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are:

  • Removal or puncturing of the muffler, baffles, header pipes, or any other component which conducts exhaust gasses.
  • Removal or puncturing of any part of the intake system.
  • Lack of proper maintenance.
  • Replacing any moving part of the vehicle, or parts of the exhaust system or intake system, with parts other than those specified by the manufacturer.
This product should be checked for repair or replacement if the motorcycle noise has increased significantly through use. Otherwise, the owner may become subject to penalties under state and local ordinances.

Noise Emission Warranty

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE warrants that this exhaust system, at the time of sale, meets all applicable U.S. EPA Federal noise standards. This warranty extends to the first person who buys this exhaust system for purposes other than resale, and to all subsequent buyers.
Warranty claims should be directed to:
  • An authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer, or
  • INDIAN MOTORCYCLE COMPANY, 2100 Highway 55, Medina, MN 55340

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