Loading The Vehicle - KTM RC 390 2018 Owner's Manual

9 PREPARING FOR USE
9.3

Loading the vehicle

Warning
Danger of accidents Total weight and axle loads influence the handling characteristic.
The overall weight consists of: motorcycle ready for operation and with a full tank, driver and passenger with protective clothing
and helmet, and luggage.
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Do not exceed the maximum permissible overall weight or the axle loads.
Warning
Danger of accidents Improper mounting of cases or the tank rucksack impairs the handling characteristic.
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Mount and secure cases and tank rucksack according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Warning
Danger of accidents The luggage system will be damaged if it is overloaded.
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Read the manufacturer information on maximum payload when mounting cases.
Warning
Danger of accidents Luggage which has slipped impairs visibility.
If the tail light is covered, you are less visible to traffic behind you, especially when it is dark.
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Check that your luggage is fixed properly at regular intervals.
Warning
Danger of accidents A high payload alters the handling characteristic and increases the stopping distance.
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Adapt your speed to your payload.
Warning
Danger of accidents Pieces of luggage which have slipped impair the handling characteristic.
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Check that your luggage is fixed properly at regular intervals.
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