9 PREPARING FOR USE
9.3
156
Loading the vehicle
Warning
Danger of accidents Total weight and axle loads influence the handling characteristic.
The total weight consists of: motorcycle ready for operation and with a full tank, driver and passenger
with protective clothing and helmet, and luggage.
–
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 characteris-
tic.
–
Mount and secure cases and tank rucksack according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Warning
Danger of accidents Carrying luggage alters handling characteristics at high speed.
–
Adapt your speed to your payload.
–
Ride more slowly if your motorcycle is loaded with cases or other luggage.
Maximum speed with luggage
Warning
Danger of accidents The luggage system will be damaged if it is overloaded.
–
Read the manufacturer information on maximum payload when mounting cases.
150 km/h (93.2 mph)