Tires, rims, and air valves must be correctly matched to wheel rims. Only use tires approved by INDIAN MOTORCYCLE for the model of the motorcycle. See your dealer. Use of unapproved or an improperly mixed front and rear tire can result in decreased handling performance and stability, potentially leading to reduced control of the motorcycle. INDIAN MOTORCYCLE-recommended tires provide proper clearance between fenders, swingarm, drive chain and other components. See the Specifications section for details.

Inspect the tire sidewalls, road contact surface, and tread base for cuts, punctures, and cracking. Replace damaged tires immediately. See the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer or other qualified dealer.

Replace any tire with a tread depth of less than 1/16 in (1.6 mm).

Tread wear indicators are located in at least three places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approximately 1/16 in (1.6 mm). The tread wear indicators appear as a solid band across the tread.

You may also use a depth gauge or an accurate ruler to measure the depth of the center tire tread on both front and rear tires.

Always check and adjust tire pressure when tires are cold. Do not adjust tire pressure immediately after riding. Wait at least 3 hours after riding to check pressure. If pressure checked and adjusted while tires are warm, the pressure will drop as tires cool and result in under inflation.