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A Word to the Indian Rider

Use this Manual in keeping your INDIAN in tip top condition. It was written and printed just for you - as an INDIAN Rider. You will find an index in the last section, which tells you accurately just where to find any instructions contained in this booklet. 

Extra care given to your motorcycle during its first 1000 miles will replay you in length and satisfaction of service. 

Moving parts are closely fitted or adjusted at the factory and high speeds must be approached gradually to give these parts a chance to be properly "run in." Refrain from sustained high speeds with a new machine and never race your motor while the motorcycle is at rest.

See page 33 for instructions on breaking in your new motor. 

Follow your motor lubrication and lubrication charts carefully. Results obtained will repay you in improved performance and minimum repair costs. 

Become well acquainted with your INDIAN dealer! While the care of an INDIAN Motocycle is a comparatively simple matter, even to an inexperienced person, nevertheless there are certain adjustments and repairs which require the skilled mechanic. 

For major repairs or adjustments, you should take your motorcycle to your INDIAN dealer, where it will receive the particular attention of factory trained mechanics, using genuine INDIAN service materials. 

Paying a fair price for a few minutes' work to an experienced man is more satisfactory than putting in several hours of uncertainty yourself on the same task. 

Yours for Service, 
INDIAN MOTOCYCLE COMPANY