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ACCESSORIES, LOADING AND PASSENGERS
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Never ride an accessory equipped
motorcycle, or a motorcycle carrying a
payload of any kind, at speeds above
80 mph (130 km/h). In either/both of
these conditions, speeds in excess
of 80 mph (130 km/h) should not be
attempted even where the legal speed
limit permits this.
The presence of accessories and/
or payload will cause changes in
the stability and handling of the
motorcycle.
Failure
to
motorcycle stability may lead to loss
of motorcycle control and an accident.
When riding at high speed, always
be aware that various motorcycle
configuration
factors
can
stability
of
example:
- Incorrectly balanced loads on both
sides of the motorcycle
- Incorrectly adjusted front and rear
suspension settings
- Incorrectly adjusted tire pressures
- Excessively or unevenly worn tires
- Side winds and turbulence from
other vehicles
- Loose clothing.
Remember that the 80 mph (130 km/h)
absolute limit will be reduced by
the
installation
accessories, incorrect loading, worn
tires, overall motorcycle condition and
poor road or weather conditions.
Warning
allow
for
changes
and
environmental
adversely
affect
your
motorcycle.
of
non-approved
Loading
Always make sure that any loads
carried are evenly distributed on both
sides of the motorcycle. Make sure
that the load is correctly secured so
that it will not move around while the
motorcycle is in motion.
Evenly distribute the load within each
pannier (if equipped). Pack heavy items
at the bottom and on the inboard side
of the pannier.
Always
check
in
regularly
motorcycle is in motion) and make
sure that the load does not extend
beyond the rear of the motorcycle.
Never exceed the maximum vehicle
loading weight as specified in the
the
Specifications section.
For
This maximum loading weight is made
up from the combined weight of the
rider,
passenger,
installed and any load carried.
For
models
suspension settings, make sure that
front and rear spring preload and
damping settings are suitable for the
loading condition of the motorcycle.
Note the maximum permissible payload
for the panniers is stated on a label
inside the pannier.
Incorrect loading may result in an
unsafe riding condition leading to an
accident.
Warning
the
load
(though
not
while
any
accessories
that
have
adjustable
security
the
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