IND-10.2.2025
Other
This Ask Polaris article provides information regarding troubleshooting steps for concerns related to front wheel shake or wobble during deceleration on model year 2020-2025 Indian Challenger / Pursuit motorcycles.
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2021 INDIAN CHALLENGER
Service bulletins
40 bulletinsTechnical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.
IND-07.28.2025
Other
This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides details regarding removal and replacement of the battery on Model Year 2020 + Indian Challenger motorcycles.
I-22-09-01 (R02)
Service Campaign
Indian Motorcycles is releasing a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid cooled motorcycles. This Team Tip provides additional details on the systems and components that may contribute to misfire or runabillity concern, along with how to repair them.
IND-03.27.2025
Other
This Ask Polaris article provides information for dealer technicians information regarding troubleshooting and resolving concerns related to 2020-2025 Indian Challenger and Pursuit motorcycles experiencing a front wheel shake or wobble during deceleration.
I-24-08_R04
Service Campaign
Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM) may not fully power off, resulting in unnecessary current draw from the battery. To address this concern, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Bulletin with instructions to update the VCM and/or WCM software. Revision 4 Added notice that bulletin part I-24-08-CA should not be performed on Japan models.
IND-2.28.2025-4
Other
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding belt inspection and tension adjustment on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
IND-02.14.2025-01
Other
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding engine oil and filter replacement on 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
IND-02.14.2025-06
Other
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding air filter inspection and replacement on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
IND-02.14.2025-07
Other
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding inspection and maintenance of the brake system on model year 2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
IND-02.14.2025-08
Other
This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding clutch lever inspection and adjustment on model year 2020 Indian Challenger motorcycles.
I-24-08 (R03)
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM) may not fully power off, resulting in unnecessary current draw from the battery. To address this concern, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Bulletin with instructions to update the VCM and/or WCM software.
I-24-08_R02
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM) may not fully power off, resulting in unnecessary current draw from the battery. To address this concern, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Bulletin with instructions to update the VCM and/or WCM software.
I-24-08_R01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has determined that model year 2020-2024 Challenger, 2022-2024 Pursuit and 2024 Chief motorcycles may encounter a scenario in which the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) or Wireless Control Module (WCM) may not fully power off, resulting in unnecessary current draw from the battery. To address this concern, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Bulletin with instructions to update the VCM and/or WCM software.
ISA-24-02
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has developed an updated Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration for 2020 - 2022 OEM, Stage 1 and Stage 2 North American Challenger / Pursuit motorcycles. The updated ECM calibration improves low speed operation, misfire detection, and idle performance. The updated ECM calibration will also increase the accuracy of the fuel level and expected range.
2023-01-10.26.23
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Some RIDE COMMAND 7" displays may experience a blank screen, blackout, or the impression that it won't turn on, leading to display replacement.
IND-08.30.2023
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Indian Motorcycle Help Center article provides detail on the proper procedure regarding inspection and adjustment of clutch levers on MY2020+ Indian Challenger motorcycles.
ISA-23-01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has developed a new power windshield motor which is now used on some MY23 Indian Motorcycles. In an effort to deliver consistent quality, Indian Motorcycle has released this Service Advisory to address worn power windshield motor bushings on some MY20-MY23 Indian Motorcycles.
IND-05.15.23
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycles has released a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid-cooled motorcycles. View Team Tip I-22-09-01 (https://www.polarisdealers.com/VirtualMaster/StopSiteFiles/TeamTips/IND/I-22-09-01.pdf) for additional details and diagnostics on the systems and components that may contribute to a runability or misfire concern.
IND-2-03.07.2023
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RIDE COMMAND 1.3.1 SOFTWARE OVERVIEW (7â DISPLAYS) The new Ride Command 1.3.1 software includes a new feature and many great usability improvements. The software comes standard on all model year 2023 Challenger, Indian Pursuit, Chieftain and Roadmaster bikes. It will be sent out as an over-the-air update on connected bikes (on 3/6/23) and can also be downloaded from the Ride Command website on any model year 2020 or newer Challenger, Indian Pursuit, Chieftain or Roadmaster.
I-22-09-01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycles is releasing a guide to aid in misfire diagnosis on heavyweight air and liquid cooled motorcycles. This Team Tip provides additional details on the systems and components that may contribute to misfire or runabillity concern, along with how to repair them.
G-08.02.2022
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Polaris and Indian Motorcycle has determined that certain Ride Command displays (produced between 2019 and 2021) installed in vehicles do not fully conform to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements. As part of our program to address this matter, Polaris is sending letters to impacted consumers to outline the nature of this matter and provide options on having updated software installed. Consumers will be encouraged to perform the update themselves but will be given the option to bring vehicles into a dealership for this software update to be performed at no cost to them.
IND-08-02-2022
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Polaris and Indian Motorcycle has determined that certain Ride Command displays (produced between 2019 and 2021) installed in vehicles do not fully conform to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements. As part of our program to address this matter, Polaris is sending letters to impacted consumers to outline the nature of this matter and provide options on having updated software installed. Consumers will be encouraged to perform the update themselves but will be given the option to bring vehicles into a dealership for this software update to be performed at no cost to them. Coverage only applies to Ride Command displays showing certain versions. Refer to Identifying The Software Version.
01IND2022-06-20
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The purpose of this communication is to explain that Type 1 oil (P/N 2208093) has been tested on the Challenger model line of Indian Motorcycles. Type 1 oil can be used on Challenger models in the even that type 2 oil (PN 2884244) is not available.
I-22-03-02
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle identified that on Indian Scout Models there is a potential for damage to occur to electrical hardware or the vehicle harness if the battery ground cable and ground joint is not connected properly. Damage can occur during procedures that require the battery cable to be disconnected or during battery removal and installation.
ISA-22-01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian Motorcycle has developed an updated ECM calibration for 2020 - 2022 OEM, Stage 1 and Stage 2 North American Challenger motorcycles. The updated ECM calibration improves low speed operation, misfire detection, and idle performance. The updated ECM calibration will also increase the accuracy of the fuel level and expected range.
IND-02-14-2022
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
01IND2021-12-07
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Indian General Ride Command Diagnosis
DEX.11.24.21
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Polaris has identified an issue with a population of the 2881779-156 and 2881779-521 Air Intake Kits.
01IND2021-11-04
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Miscellaneous issues with Indian Challengers have been resolved by replacing the key fob battery.
01IND2021-10-04
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
We have had a few cases for the light setting not changing on Ride Commands when they were in the auto settings. In some of those cases it was determined the operator did not realize there was an auto setting for brightness and a second auto setting for Day/Night modes
03IND2021-08-12
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DW communication problem when using MultiLink Module
02IND2021-08-03
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Challenger Driving Lights, DW Update
01IND2021-06-23
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Excessive Parasitic Draw
01IND2021-05-18
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
We have identified conditions on model year (MY) 2020 and 2021 Challengers that could cause multiple indicator lights to illuminate due to low tire pressure.
02IND2021-05-18
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
We have identified on model year (MY) 2020 and 2021 Challengers an Anti-Theft fault populates as the bike powers up and the fault goes historic prior to the Ride Command unit booting up.
I-21-04-01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
For international models, Indian Motorcycle has introduced new software for the Ride Command 7 inch display. This update includes the improved keyboards and keyboard support.
I-21-04-01 FAQ
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Additional details associated with the I-21-04-01 bulletin.
I-21-04-01Email
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Notifying dealers of the release of Team Tip I-21-04-01
IDH-21-01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected Challenger motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
IDH-HOLD
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
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