Yamaha VIKING Owner's Manual page 83

You can measure tongue weight with a bath-
room scale. Put the tongue of the loaded trail-
er on the scale with the tongue at hitch height.
Adjust the load in the trailer, if necessary, to
reduce the weight on hitch. If you are carrying
cargo and towing a trailer, include the tongue
weight in the maximum vehicle load limit.
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
Vehicle loading limit (total weight of
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cargo, operator, passengers and
accessories and tongue weight):
445 kg (981 lb)
Cargo bed: 272 kg (600 lb)
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Trailer hitch:
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Pulling load (total weight of trailer and
cargo): 680 kgf (1500 lbf)
Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer
hitch point): 50 kgf (110 lbf)
Operating when loaded with cargo or tow-
ing a trailer
Drive more slowly than you would without a
load. The more weight you carry, the slower
you should go. Although conditions vary, it is
good practice to keep the vehicle in low gear
whenever you are carrying heavier loads or
when towing a trailer.
WARNING
Carrying loads or towing a trailer can in-
crease the risk of loss of control, an over-
turn, or other accident. To reduce the risk
of an accident:
Reduce speed, operate in low gear
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only, and allow more room to stop. A
heavier vehicle takes longer to stop.
Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose
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terrain carefully. Use extreme caution
when towing or carrying a load on in-
clines.
● Turn gradually and go slowly.
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