Load Capacity Ratings; Speedrack; Personal Choices - Arctic Cat 500 Operato's Manual

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Load Capacity Ratings

Arctic Cat ATV Load Capacity Ratings
ITEM
Max Load Capacity
Max Load Capacity - TBX
Front Rack (Max)
Rear Rack (Max)
Rear Cargo Box - TBX (Max) 300
Side Storage Box (each) -
TBX (Max)
Tongue Weight
Rear Rack and Tongue
Weight (Max)
Rear Cargo Box and Tongue
Weight - TBX (Max)
Towing Capacity
Max Load Capacity - Total weight of
operator, accessories, tongue weight, and
cargo on front and rear racks.
Tongue Weight - Weight on trailer
tongue.
Rear Rack and Tongue Weight - Total
weight on trailer tongue, Speedpoint, and
rear rack.
Rear Rack/Cargo Box and Tongue
Weight - Total weight on trailer tongue,
Speedpoint, and rear rack/cargo box.
Towing Capacity - Total weight of
trailer and all cargo in the trailer.
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NOTE: Tongue and
weight (winch, snowplow, Speed-
point, gun scabbard brackets, etc.)
must be included as part of the front
and rear rack/cargo box weights.

Speedrack

When installing Speedrack accesso-
ries, read and carefully follow the
instructions provided in each kit.

NOTE: Use extra caution when
operating an ATV with additional
loads such as accessories and/or
cargo. Handling of the ATV may be
adversely affected. Reduce speed
when adding additional loads.
! WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Specifications
Overloading the ATV or carrying or tow-
(lb) (kg)
ing cargo improperly.
515 233
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
600 272
Could cause changes in ATV handling,
100 45
which could lead to an accident.
200 91
HOW TO AVOID THE
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HAZARD
20 9
Never exceed the stated load capacity
for the ATV.
35 16
Cargo should be properly distributed
200 91
and securely attached.
Reduce speed when carrying cargo or
300 135
pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance
1050 477
for braking.
Always follow the instructions in this
Operator's Manual for carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer.

Personal Choices

A safe, enjoyable ride is dependent on
many personal choices. An ATV, like all
motorized vehicles, can be dangerous to
operate if you choose to ignore safety
precautions, take unnecessary chances, or
ride beyond your ability or your vehicle's
capability. Don't allow the thrill of free-
dom or adventure to affect your ability to
make good, safe choices.
Alcohol and Drug
accessory
Consumption
It's extremely dangerous and often illegal
to drink alcoholic beverages and ride...
it's also very foolish.
Substances to avoid when riding:
1. Alcohol
2. Over-the-counter or prescription
drugs
3. Illegal/mood altering drugs
Indicates a potential hazard that could
result in a serious injury or death.
! WARNING
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