Loading And Accessories - Honda CBX250 Twister Owner's Manual

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Loading and Accessories

Your motorcycle has been designed to carry you and
one passenger. When you carry a passenger, you may
feel some difference during acceleration and braking.
But so long as you keep your motorcycle well-
maintained, with good tyres and brakes, you can
safely carry loads within the given limits and
guidelines.
However, exceeding the weight limit or carrying an
unbalanced load can seriously affect your
motorcycle's handling, braking and stability. Non-Honda
accessories, improper modifications, and poor
maintenance can also reduce your safety margin.
The following pages give more specific information on
loading, accessories and modifications.
Loading
How much weight you put on your motorcycle, and how
you load it, are important to your safety. Anytime you
ride with a passenger or cargo, you should be aware of
the following information.
WARNING
!
Overloading or improper loading can cause a crash
and you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in
this manual.
Load Limit
Following is the load limit for your motorcycle:
Maximum weight capacity:
156 kg (344 lbs)
It includes the weight of the rider, passenger, all cargo
and all accessories.
Loading Guidelines
Your motorcycle is primarily intended for transporting
you and a passenger. You may wish to secure a jacket
or other small items to the seat when you are not
riding with a passenger.
If you wish to carry more cargo, check with your
Honda dealer for advice, and be sure to read the
information regarding accessories on page 11.
Improperly loading your motorcycle can affect its
stability and handling. Even if your motorcycle is
properly loaded, you should ride at reduced speeds
and never exceed 130 km/h (80 mph) when carrying
cargo.
Follow these guidelines whenever you carry a
passenger or cargo:
• Check that both tyres are properly inflated.
• To prevent loose items from creating a hazard, make
sure that all cargo is securely tied down before you
ride away.
• Place cargo weight as close to the center of the
motorcycle as possible.
• Balance cargo weight evenly on both sides.
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