Victory & Indian Fork Tube Cap 5137273

Genuine Victory & Indian Fork Tube Cap — OEM Part #5137273

Worn fork seals, tired shocks or a bent triple tree make a Victory wallow and wander. The genuine Victory & Indian Fork Tube Cap restores the factory ride and steering on your Victory Vision.

Forks, triple trees, shocks, swingarms and steering bearings control how the bike steers, absorbs bumps and carries weight. Because Victory, Indian and Polaris are all Polaris Inc. brands, this part number is shared across Victory motorcycles and Indian motorcycles. Every model it fits is listed below.

Fork Tube Cap at a Glance

• OEM part number: 5137273
• Brand: Victory & Indian (genuine Polaris-made OEM part)
• Part type: Fork Cap
• Victory fitment: Vision, 2010–2013
• Indian fitment: Chief and Chieftain, 2014–2020
• Condition: New

Models and Years This Fork Tube Cap Fits

Genuine part #5137273 fits the models and years below, across Victory motorcycles and Indian motorcycles. To be certain, match the part number to the factory parts diagram for your machine or contact us with your VIN before ordering.

Victory Motorcycle Fitment

Indian Motorcycle Fitment

Why Choose a Genuine Victory & Indian OEM Fork Tube Cap?

• Factory geometry and handling
• Restores original ride height and damping
• Correct seal, bushing and bearing fit
• Built for full touring and passenger loads
• Sold by Witchdoctors, a Victory and Indian parts specialist since the Victory years

Features and Materials

Key Features

• Genuine Victory & Indian OEM suspension part, part #5137273
• Original dimensions and mounting points
• Corrosion-resistant finish where applicable
• Designed for the listed Victory & Indian models
• Works with factory fork oil, seals and hardware

Materials and Construction

Victory suspension parts use chromed steel fork tubes, aluminum fork legs and triple clamps, steel swingarms, and shocks with oil damping and air or coil springs.

Common Reasons Riders Replace This Part

• Fixing leaking fork seals
• Restoring damping on worn shocks
• Replacing parts bent in a crash
• Fixing a headshake or clunk at the steering head

Signs Your Fork Tube Cap Needs Replacing

• Oil on fork tubes or brake rotor
• Bouncy or harsh ride
• Clunk when braking
• Headshake or wandering
• Visible bends or pitting on fork tubes

Installation Tips

1. Support the bike securely with the front or rear unloaded.
2. Follow the Victory service manual for fork oil level and torque specs.
3. Replace seals and bushings as a set.
4. Torque axle and pinch bolts in the specified order.
5. Check steering lock-to-lock and test-ride gently.

Not sure whether to tackle it yourself? Read when to seek professional help or DIY before you start.

Parts Diagrams for Your Bike

Find part #5137273 and every part installed with it in the factory parts diagrams for your model:

• 2020 Indian Chief Dark Horse parts diagrams
• 2020 Indian Chief Vintage parts diagrams
• 2019 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse parts diagrams
• 2018 Indian Chief Classic parts diagrams

Related OEM Parts for the Same Bikes

Doing the job right? These genuine parts fit the same models and are often replaced at the same time:

• Victory Suspension Link Needle Roller Bearing (#3514544)
• Victory Steering Stem Bearing (#3514416)
• Victory Lower Fork Bolt (#7519082)
• Victory Swingarm Bearing (#3514414)
• Victory Oil Lock (#2203973)
• Victory Seal (#3610096)

Recommended Accessories and Maintenance Supplies

Pair your Fork Tube Cap with these parts and supplies:

• Fork seals and bushings — Seals and bushings
• Fork oil — Fork oil
• Shock absorbers — Shocks
• Fork and suspension tools — Tools for fork service
• Victory OEM parts diagrams — find every factory part for your bike

Helpful Guides from the Witchdoctors Blog

• Motorcycle Fork Oil: Functions & Benefits Explained
• Lowering a Motorcycle Pros and Cons
• Victory OEM Parts vs Aftermarket Parts: Which Is Right?
• Why did Polaris kill Victory to save Indian?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OEM part number for this Victory & Indian Fork Tube Cap?

The genuine part number is 5137273. Use it to match this part to your factory parts diagram.

Which Victory motorcycles does part #5137273 fit?

It fits the Victory Vision (2011–2013); Victory Vision Tour (2010).

Does part #5137273 fit Indian motorcycles?

Yes. It fits 5 Indian models (Chief and Chieftain) from 2014 to 2020. See the Indian fitment table above.

Is this a genuine OEM part?

Yes. This is a genuine Polaris-made OEM part, the same part number used at the factory for Victory, Indian models, not an aftermarket copy.

What fork oil should I use?

Use the weight and level in your manual. Our blog has a guide to choosing Victory and Indian fork oil.

Should I replace both fork seals?

Yes. Replace seals in pairs so both legs damp evenly.

Can a bent fork tube be straightened?

No. Replace bent tubes and triple clamps.

Order Your Genuine Victory & Indian Fork Tube Cap Today

Keep your Victory Vision on the road. Add the genuine Victory & Indian Fork Tube Cap (part #5137273) to your cart today, and order the related parts above at the same time so you can finish the job in one go.

• How long will it take to receive my order?
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• Questions about fitment? Contact us
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Where to Ride Your Victory or Indian

Put fresh parts to work on two of America's great motorcycle roads. Check road conditions, seasonal closures and park rules before you go.

• Historic Route 66 — Illinois to California: America's most famous road trip
• Tunnel of Trees (M-119) — Harbor Springs, Michigan: a narrow, wooded Lake Michigan shoreline road