Indian Lower Spring 7045683

Genuine Indian Lower Spring — OEM Part #7045683

Small parts hold an Indian together. The genuine Indian Lower Spring is the exact factory fastener or fitting specified for your Indian motorcycle, with the correct size, thread, length, grade and finish.

OEM hardware is engineered for a specific location and load. The wrong grade, length or finish can strip threads, loosen with vibration or look out of place on a show-quality bike. This part is confirmed for 34 Indian models from 2021 to 2026.

Lower Spring at a Glance

• OEM part number: 7045683
• Brand: Indian (genuine Polaris-made OEM part)
• Part type: Spring
• Indian fitment: Challenger, Chieftain, Dark Horse, Pursuit and Roadmaster, 2021–2026
• Condition: New

Models and Years This Lower Spring Fits

Genuine part #7045683 fits the models and years below. To be certain, match the part number to the factory parts diagram for your machine or contact us with your VIN before ordering.

Indian Motorcycle Fitment

Why Choose a Genuine Indian OEM Lower Spring?

• Exact factory size, thread pitch and length
• Correct strength grade for its location
• Factory chrome, black or plated finish
• No guessing at metric sizes
• Sold by Witchdoctors, an Indian and Victory OEM parts specialist

Features and Materials

Key Features

• Genuine Indian OEM hardware, part #7045683
• Matches the original thread, length, head style and grade
• Corrosion-resistant finish
• Used across several Indian assemblies, as listed in the fitment table
• Ideal for replacing lost, stripped or one-time-use fasteners

Materials and Construction

Indian fasteners are heat-treated alloy or carbon steel, or stainless steel where appearance and corrosion resistance matter, with chrome, black oxide or zinc finishes. Grommets, bushings and O-rings are rubber or polymer.

Common Reasons Riders Replace This Part

• Replacing hardware that vibrated loose
• Replacing stripped, rusted or rounded fasteners
• Rebuilds that call for new one-time-use hardware
• Replacing hardened grommets that cause rattles

Signs Your Lower Spring Needs Replacing

• Rounded heads or damaged threads
• Rust or pitted chrome
• Missing hardware or rattling panels
• Cracked or hardened grommets
• Self-locking nuts that were already reused

Installation Tips

1. Check the Indian parts diagram for the location and quantity.
2. Clean threads in the mating part.
3. Use thread locker only where the service manual specifies.
4. Start fasteners by hand to avoid cross-threading.
5. Torque to the factory spec.

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 #7045683 and every part installed with it in the factory parts diagrams for your model:

• 2022 Indian Challenger Dark Horse parts diagrams
• 2022 Indian Challenger Elite parts diagrams
• 2022 Indian Challenger Limited parts diagrams
• 2022 Indian Challenger Standard parts diagrams
• All Indian Motorcycle OEM 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:

• Indian Upper Spring (#7045684)
• Indian Input Shaft Bearing Retainer (#5143550)
• Indian Camshaft Bearing (#3514915)
• Indian Connecting Rod Bolt Mj9X1.0X50 (#7520202)

Recommended Accessories and Maintenance Supplies

Pair your Lower Spring with these parts and supplies:

• Motorcycle hardware — Fasteners and hardware kits
• Essential maintenance items — Maintenance parts
• Garage tools — Torque wrenches and tools
• Factory OEM repair parts — More OEM repair parts
• Indian Challenger parts — more parts for your Challenger
• Indian Pursuit parts — more parts for your Pursuit

Helpful Guides from the Witchdoctors Blog

• Spring Tune-Up for Your Victory or Indian Motorcycle: Get Ready to Ride
• Victory & Indian Motorcycle Spring Inspection Checklist

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OEM part number for this Indian Lower Spring?

The genuine part number is 7045683. Use it to match this part to your factory parts diagram.

Which Indian motorcycles does part #7045683 fit?

It fits 34 Indian models (Challenger, Chieftain, Dark Horse, Pursuit and Roadmaster) from 2021 to 2026. 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 Indian models, not an aftermarket copy.

Can I use a hardware-store bolt?

Grade, pitch, length and finish often differ. For brakes, suspension and engine parts, use the specified OEM fastener.

Is this sold individually?

This listing is for the part number shown. Check the diagram for the quantity used.

Order Your Genuine Indian Lower Spring Today

Keep your Indian motorcycle on the road. Add the genuine Indian Lower Spring (part #7045683) 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?
• Shipping and return policy
• Questions about fitment? Contact us
• Shop all Indian OEM parts

Where to Ride Your 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.

• Chief Joseph Scenic Byway — Wyoming: a mountain link between Cody and the Beartooth
• Back of the Dragon (VA 16) — Marion to Tazewell, Virginia: 32 miles over three mountains