Suzuki LT-F400 Owner's Manual page 57

ACCESSORY USE AND
VEHICLE LOADING
There are many types of accessories
for sale. However, Suzuki can not
have direct control over the quality or
suitability of non-Suzuki accessories.
Suzuki can not test each accessory
that is available. If you add the wrong
accessories or misuse the vehicle
with some accessories installed, it
can make the ATV less safe to ride.
Use caution when choosing and
installing accessories for your Suzuki.
Your Suzuki dealer may be able to
help you choose accessories and
install them correctly. The guidelines
below should help you decide how to
equip your ATV and how to use it cor-
rectly when you use accessories or
carry cargo.
 WARNING
Operating this ATV with improper
modifications can be hazardous.
Improper installation of accesso-
ries or modification of the vehicle
may cause changes in handling
which could lead to an accident.
Never modify the ATV with
improper installation or use of
improper accessories. All parts
and accessories added to the ATV
should be genuine Suzuki parts or
their equivalent that have been
designed for use on this ATV.
Install and use them according to
their instructions. If you have any
questions, contact your Suzuki
dealer.
Accessory Use and Vehicle Loading
Guidelines.
1. The combined weight of the rider,
gear trailer tongue weight, and
any accessories or cargo must
never exceed the vehicle's load
capacity of 172 kg (380 lbs).
2. Check accessory mounting brack-
ets and other attachment hard-
ware to make sure they provide a
rigid, non-movable mount.
3. Accessories added to the handle-
bars of the machine should be as
light as possible. The extra weight
can cause the vehicle to be harder
to steer.
4. Do not add accessories or cargo
which interfere with controls or
other equipment.
5. Do not carry heavy or bulky cargo.
Cargo racks are designed to carry
light items.
6. Distribute cargo weight evenly
between the front and rear of the
vehicle as well as both sides of
the vehicle. Locate cargo weight
as close to the center of the vehi-
cle as possible. (e.g. load cargo to
the rear of front racks and to the
front of rear racks). Do not let
cargo stick out beyond the edges
of the racks.
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