Hauling Cargo - Polaris Sportsmabn X2 500 EFI Owner's Manual

OPERATION

Hauling Cargo

WARNING
Overloading the vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly
can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake
instability. Always follow these precautions when hauling cargo:
S Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle.
S Never carry cargo in the rear box when operating the ATV in the
2-up mode with a passenger.
S Reduce speed and allow a greater distance for braking.
S When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and
cargo to maintain stable driving conditions.
S WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION in the cargo bed should be as far for-
ward and as low as possible. Carrying a high load raises the
center of gravity and creates a less stable operating condition.
Reduce load weight when cargo is high. When handling off-
centered loads that cannot be centered, secure the load and
operate with extra caution.
S ALL LOADS MUST BE SECURED BEFORE OPERATING.
Unsecured loads may shift and create unstable operating condi-
tions, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle. Always
be sure that the cargo bed is lowered and latched before mov-
ing the vehicle.
S EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED when operating with
loads extending beyond the rack or cargo bed. Stability and
maneuverability may be adversely affected, causing the ma-
chine to overturn.
S Carrying a load on only the front rack or cargo bed may cause
an imbalanced condition and increases the possibility of vehicle
overturn. Balance loads proportionally between the front rack
and cargo bed, but do not exceed the stated load capacity.
S Use extreme caution when applying brakes with a loaded ve-
hicle. Avoid terrain or situations that may require backing down-
hill.
S Always attach the tow load to the hitch point.
S The vehicle should never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) while towing
a load on a level surface. Vehicle speed should never exceed 5
mph (8 kph) when towing loads in rough terrain, while cornering,
or while ascending or descending a hill.
S Do not obstruct the headlight when loading the front rack.
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