Content Source: 2020 Indian FTR 1200 Owner’s Manual (9931391 R02) > Features and Controls Chapter

IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Side-stand

The FTR 1200 is equipped with a side-stand safety switch to prevent operation of the motorcycle if the side-stand is deployed.
WARNING
An improperly retracted side-stand could contact the ground and cause a loss of control resulting in serious personal injury or death. Always retract the side stand fully before operating the motorcycle.
To park the motorcycle, swing the end of the side-stand downward and away from the motorcycle until it is fully extended. Always turn the handlebars to the left for maximum stability. Lean the motorcycle to the left until the side-stand firmly supports the motorcycle.
caution
If the motorcycle weight is not resting on the side-stand, it will not lock. In this situation, any movement of the motorcycle could cause the side stand to retract slightly. If the side-stand is not in the full forward position when the motorcycle weight is rested on it, the motorcycle could fall over, possibly causing personal injury and damage to the motorcycle.
To retract the side-stand, straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright position. Swing the end of the side-stand upward and toward the motorcycle until it is fully retracted.
See Parking for parking instructions, including parking on slopes and soft surfaces.
WARNING
Do not sit on the motorcycle when it is supported on the side-stand.

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