Accessories And Modifications - Honda XL700V Owner's Manual

Follow these guidelines whenever you
carry a passenger or cargo:
• Keep cargo small and light. Make sure it
cannot easily be caught on brush or
other objects , and that it does not
interfere with your ability to shift position
to maintain balance and stability.
• Place weight as close to the center of
the motorcycle as possible.
• Do not attach large or heavy items (such
as a sleeping bag or tent) to the
handlebar, fork, or front fender.
• Make sure that all cargo is tied down
securely.
• Never exceed the maximum wei ght limit.
• Check that both tyres are properly
inflated (page 54).
• If you change your normal load , you may
need to adjust the rear suspension
(page 41).
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Accessories and Modifications
Modifying your motorcycle or using non-
Honda accessories can make your
motorcycle unsafe. Before you consider
making any modifications or adding an
accessory, be sure to read the following
information.
A WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications
can cause a crash in which you can
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be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow
all
instructions in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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