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2026 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain / Roadmaster / Limited / Elite Oil Capacities, Coolant & Fluid Specifications

Verified fluid capacities for 2026 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain / Roadmaster / Limited / Elite: engine oil 5.20 L (5.50 US qt), viscosity Indian Motorcycle Semi-Synthetic 20W-40, coolant Air-Cooled Architecture, brake fluid, and fork oil levels.

Gen 2014–2026

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2014 through 2026.

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Engine

1890cc

Drive

Not Available

Cooling

Air-Cooled with Integrated Oil Cooler and Rear Cylinder Deactivation

Fluids & Service Capacities

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Engine Oil (Drain & Filter Change)5.20 L (5.50 US qt)

Engine Oil (Drain Only)N/A

Recommended Oil ViscosityIndian Motorcycle Semi-Synthetic 20W-40

Coolant System CapacityAir-Cooled Architecture

Brake Fluid StandardNot Available

Drivetrain, Chain & Gearing

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Drive Chain PitchBelt Drive

Chain Link Count141-Tooth Carbon-Fiber Reinforced (30mm width)T Belt

Front Sprocket TeethN/A

Rear Sprocket TeethN/A

Final Drive ConfigurationCarbon Belt Drive

Ignition & Electrical Specifications

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OEM Spark Plug Part NumberNGK DCPR8E

Electrode Spark Plug Gap0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)

OEM Battery Reference CodeYTX20HL-BS

Battery Output & RatingNot Available

Spark Plug Inspection IntervalN/A

Wheels, Tires & Inflation Pressures

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Front Tire Dimensions130/60B19 61H

Cold Front Inflation PressureN/A

Rear Tire Dimensions180/60R16 80H

Cold Rear Inflation PressureN/A

OEM Wheel Rim Widths (F / R)3.50" / 5.50"

Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

3 Active Campaigns

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

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The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 3 safety recall campaigns associated with this platform. Independent repair shops and riders should confirm that authorized dealership warranty remedies have been applied.

NHTSA #24V550000SUSPENSION:REAR

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Defect Description

Polaris Bulletin I-24-07: Rear suspension pushrod on 2024 Chieftain and Roadmaster touring models may buckle under highway or luggage loads.

Safety Hazard / Consequence

Loss of rear ride height, chassis harness pinching, and tire contact hazard.

Factory Remedy & Repair Action

Dealers install reinforced forged steel pushrod countermeasure torqued to 80 N·m.

NHTSA #22V635000EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

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NHTSA #18V228000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

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OEM Workshop Archives

Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

3 Documented Bulletins

Bulletin #I-19-05Safety Recall Bulletin I-19-05 / NHTSA 19V-882: Indian Heavyweight & FTR 1200 10A Circuit Breaker Triad Upgrade (PN 4011371)

Source: RCRIT-19V882-6411.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 8.5 N·m (75 in-lb) (Right V-Cover Chrome Fasteners)Torque: 5 N·m (44 in-lb) (Fuse Box Carrier Bracket Screws)

Consumable Specs:Dielectric Silicone Terminal Grease

Genuine Part Numbers:40113714011371-RD2411993

Recalls 22V-837 & 19V-882Thunderstroke 111 / 116 Platform

Indian Thunderstroke Fuel Pump & 10A Circuit Breaker Architecture

Fuel pump star torque sequence (5 N·m), red-dot circuit breaker triad (PN 4011371), tank mounts (10 N·m), and dual drain plugs (20 N·m).

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Bulletin #I-24-07Safety Recall Bulletin I-24-07 / NHTSA 24V-550: Challenger, Pursuit, Chieftain & Springfield Heavy-Duty Rear Suspension Pushrod Replacement

Source: RCAK-24V550-7267.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 80 N·m (59 lb-ft) (Upper & Lower Suspension Pushrod Link Bolts)Torque: 88 N·m (65 lb-ft) (Rear Axle Nut)Torque: 12 N·m (106 in-lb) (Belt Adjuster Jam Nuts)

Consumable Specs:Loctite 243 Medium Strength ThreadlockerMoly Paste 65

Genuine Part Numbers:514489275199827556153

Safety Recall 24V-550 / Bulletin I-24-07PowerPlus 108ci Platform

Indian Challenger & Pursuit Inverted 43mm Fork & Pushrod Architecture

Inverted fork pinch bolts (24 N·m), front axle (75 N·m), Brembo radial calipers (50 N·m), and heavy-duty pushrod link (80 N·m).

Click on Triple Clamps, Front Axle, Rear Pushrod Linkage, or Brembo Caliper to view engineering torque specs.

Bulletin #I-16-02Safety Recall Bulletin I-16-02 / NHTSA 16V-446: Thunderstroke 111/116 3-Cam Engine Misfire & Exhaust Temperature ECM Calibration

Source: RCAK-16V446-3002.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 18 N·m (13.3 lb-ft) (NGK DCPR8E Dual Spark Plugs)Torque: 11 N·m (97 in-lb) (Rocker Arm Carrier & Pushrod Lifter Blocks)Torque: 20 N·m (14.8 lb-ft) (Dual Oil Drain Plugs - Sump & Transmission)

Consumable Specs:Polaris PS-4 Extreme 15W-60 Synthetic Oil (5.20 L)Dielectric Spark Plug Boot Grease

Genuine Part Numbers:NGK DCPR8E54146115414612

Factory Engineering SpecificationThunderstroke 111 / 116 ci

Indian Chief Thunderstroke 3-Cam Gear Train & Pushrod Valvetrain

Helical gear-driven 3-cam valvetrain, zero-lash hydraulic roller lifters, dual-plug heads (18 N·m), and 11 N·m rocker/lifter torque specs.

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Workshop Maintenance Kit & Factory Fluids

Authentic factory-grade motor oil, oil filter, and high-temp brake fluid matched precisely to 2026 Indian Motorcycle Chieftain / Roadmaster / Limited / Elite capacities.

Full Kit Subtotal

$68.95

10W-40 JASO MA2

Silkolene Pro 4 4T Synthetic Oil 10W-40 (4 Liter)

4-Liter Factory Full Jug

Matches factory 10W-40 spec (Oil spec: 5.20 L (5.50 US qt))

Item Price

$68.95

Factory OEM Spark Plug Spec

NGK DCPR8E

Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)

Inspection milestone: Not Available. Exact factory part specification.

Authentic OEM Reference

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Complete Workshop Maintenance Package3 Essential Service Items

Includes 10W-40 JASO MA2 engine oil (4-Liter Factory Full Jug), high-flow filter & DOT 4 fluid.

Kit Total

$68.95

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Subsystem Guide/torques

Fastener Torques

Engine drain plug, axle spindles, caliper mounts, triple clamp pinch bolts & thread lubrication derating guide.

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Fuses & Relays

Main: N/A • Location: N/A

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Compression & Leakdown

Ratio: N/A

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Valve Clearances

Intake: N/A mm • Exhaust: N/A mm

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Subsystem Guide/fuel-delivery

Fuel Delivery & TB Sync

Idle: N/A • Rail Pressure: N/A • Vacuum: N/A

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Charging & Battery

Battery: YTX20HL-BS

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Subsystem Guide/tires

Tires & Gearing

Front: 130/60B19 61H • Rear: 180/60R16 80H

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Subsystem Guide/suspension

Suspension & Sag

Front Travel: N/A • Rear Travel: N/A

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