Modification - Suzuki 2004 VL800 Owner's Manual

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. Select an electric accessory
which does not exceed motor-
cycle's electrical system
capacity. Severe overloads
may damage the wiring har-
ness or create hazardous situ-
ations.
. Do not pull a trailer or sidecar.
This motorcycle is not
designed to pull a trailer or
sidecar.
Loading Limit
-AWARNING
Overloading or improper load-
ing can cause loss of motorcy-
cle control and this may result
in an accident.
Follow loading limits and load-
ing guidelines in this manuaL.
The combined weight of the rider,
passenger, riding gear, accesso-
ries and cargo must never exceed
load capacity of 206 kg (454 Ibs).
The accessory and cargo weight
must never exceed 25 kg (55Ibs).
Loading Guidelines
This motorcycle is primarily
intended to carry small items
when you are not riding with a
passenger. Follow the guidelines
below to carry a passenger or
cargo:
. Balance the load between the
left and right side of the motor-
cycle and fasten it securely.
. Place cargo weight as close to
the center of the motorcycle as
possible.
. Do not attach large or heavy
items to the handlebars, front
forks or rear fender.
. Check that both tires are prop-
erly inflated to the specified
tire pressure
for your loading
conditions. Refer to page 65.
. Improperly loading your motor-
cycle can reduce your abilty to
balance and steer the motor-
cycle. You should ride at
reduced speeds, less than 130
km/h (80 mph), when the
cargo is loaded or accessory is
fitted.
. Adjust suspension settings as
necessary.
MODI
FICA TION
Modification of the motorcycle, or
removal of original equipment
may render the vehiCle unsafe or
illegaL. Obey all applicable equip-
ment regulations in your area.
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