2016 Indian Scout Technical Service Bulletins

31 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Indian Scout. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11032379Apr 16, 2026Steering. This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to install grips on model year(s) 2015-2024 Scout.
• 11023576Sep 16, 2025Suspension. This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding shock inspection and adjustment on model year 2015 - 2024 Indian Scout motorcycles.
• 11021137Jul 16, 2025Exterior lighting. This Indian Help Center article provides details regarding how to remove and replace the headlamp bulb Model Year 2015-2024 Indian Scout Motorcycles.
• 11021135Jul 16, 2025Engine. This Indian Help Center article provides information regarding how to change the oil on Model Year 2015-2024 Indian Scout motorcycles.
• 11017441Apr 17, 2025Electrical system. 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.
• 11014766Mar 1, 2025Seats. This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to remove the driver's seat on Indian Scout motorcycles.
• 11014763Mar 1, 2025Electrical system. This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to remove and replace the battery on your Scout, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber Twenty or Scout Rogue.
• 11014757Feb 26, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to inspect and adjust the drive belt tension on your Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Bobber Twenty or Scout Rogue.
• 11014756Feb 26, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding how to properly maintain and adjust the clutch lever on your Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Bobber Twenty, and Scout Rogue.
• 11014753Feb 26, 2025Brakes. This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding the inspection and maintenance of the brake system on Indian Scout, Scout Sixty, Scout Bobber, Scout Bobber Twenty and Scout Rogue motorcycles.
• 11014752Feb 12, 2025Engine. This Indian Motorcycle help center article provides information regarding replacement of the air filter on model year 2015-2024 Indian Scout and Scout Bobber motorcycles
• 10209965Mar 22, 2022Electrical system. 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.
• 10208642Feb 14, 2022Equipment, Electrical system. Best practices for gauges, speedometers, and tachometers providing information regarding how to clean and maintain. The version has been translated into French.
• 10189626Mar 15, 2021Equipment. EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: STOP SALE on affected motorcycle(s) identified in your inventory until further notice.
• 10185170Dec 18, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This Team Tip has been released by Indian Motorcycle to provide information regarding odometer maintenance and address concerns about correct odometer value.
• 10167641Sep 27, 2019Equipment. Updated information has been added to all Indian Motorcycle Service Manuals to provide dealers with clear directions when servicing the fuel system. Be sure to reference the applicable Service Manual for the most accurate information.
• 10167640Sep 27, 2019Engine cooling. This Team Tip identifies differences between crankcases used throughout Indian Motorcycle 111 C.I. engine production, and introduces a new service crankcase for 2014-2020 models.
• 10178866Mar 21, 2019Equipment. This Team Tip has been released to assist dealers when servicing vehicles that have, or are suspected to have, aftermarket (non-OEM) modifications. It is critical for expedient and accurate diagnosis of a motorcycle, to identify and disclose all existing modifications to Indian Technical Service. Use of aftermarket components can create operating characteristics and sensor feedback that do not align with factory…
• 10178861Oct 25, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. Digital Wrench update version 09/13/2018 and later now REQUIRES an internet connection to perform ECM Reprogramming on Scout/Scout Sixty/Scout Bobber motorcycles. The new Reconfiguration Procedure automatically confirms vehicle information accuracy during ECM reprogramming.
• 10178859May 29, 2018Brakes, Equipment. Indian Motorcycle dealers should be aware that they may encounter 2015–2018 Indian Scouts with any of three different front brake levers. Any of these are acceptable equipment on any Scout outlined, but you should take note of installation instructions/differences for each variation.
• 10178858May 10, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. 2014-2018 Indian Motorcycles utilize Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries which are selected for their superior vibration resistance, weight savings, and high output. This Team Tip is being released to provide the Indian dealer network with specific recommendations to help maintain and restore the AGM type batteries used in Indian Motorcycles.
• 10179072Oct 26, 2017Body and structure, Equipment. At Polaris, we are committed to the safety of our customers and riders. Through product design, dedicated safety engineering, and increased consumer awareness, Polaris continues to work toward a safe riding experience and proper operation of our products. The following information can be used to help identify and report Product Safety Concerns.
• 10178890Jun 15, 2017Electrical system. Indian Motorcycle has determined that some Indian Scout and Scout Sixty motorcycles could develop a slow crank or no start situation due to a starter that was potentially manufactured with a defect. This Service Advisory has been released to communicate a process which enables dealers to assist customers and repair qualified motorcycles without requiring pre-authorization from Indian Motorcycle.
• 10178855Feb 10, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Indian Motorcycle has implemented an update to the Scout 1200 transmission assembly which will affect how service parts can be ordered for 2015 - 2016 models.
• 10178854Jan 24, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Indian Motorcycle has implemented an update to the Scout 1200 transmission assembly which will affect how service parts can be ordered for 2015 - 2016 models.
• 10178876Jun 16, 2016Engine cooling. Indian Motorcycle has developed an updated ECM calibration for 2015-2016 Scout 69ci motorcycles that improves RPM stability at engine idle and during closed throttle conditions.
• 10179070Feb 26, 2016Equipment. There is no doubt that for a Polaris customer the process of picking up a brand new vehicle is one of the most exciting times in the ownership experience. To ensure that all Polaris dealers are equipped to deliver a world-class experience that matches the high quality and excitement of the products, PCDX was developed to create a mobile streamlined dealership delivery experience. PCDX combines the setup…
• 10179069Jan 15, 2016Equipment. PCDX is an online and mobile interface for providing a consistent dealer setup and customer delivery experience. The interface walks the dealer and the customer through a standardized online form that includes the PDI (pre-delivery inspection), general warnings, assembly and inspection, safety bulletins, test ride, customer information, customer walkaround and discussion, and customer acceptance.
• 10179209Dec 10, 2015Equipment. Your vehicle was assembled with two different, mismatched fork caps. Unfortunately the fork caps are not interchangeable and replacement of the fork leg assembly is required. The forks can be differentiated by observing the flat surface on the nut portion of the fork cap (see photo). The fork assemblies using a flat fork cap are no longer available.
• 10179068Dec 10, 2015Equipment. This Team Tip is being released to dealers to provide information regarding the required transition to online PCDX and PCDX training.
• 10178875Dec 9, 2015Engine, Equipment. Indian Motorcycle has determined that 2016 Scout motorcycles, designated for sale in the US and Canada, were manufactured with a VECI decal that lists the valve clearance as “Self-Adjusting”. The engine used in Scout models utilizes a graded-bucket configuration, and valves should be inspected/adjusted every 20,000 miles (32,000 km).

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