Accessories & Modifications - Honda 2003 ST1300lA Owner's Manual

Accessories
&
Modifying your motorcycle or using non-Honda accessories can make your
motorcycle unsafe. Before you consider making any modifications or adding an
accessory, be sure to read the following information.
Improper accessories or
modifications can cause a crash
in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner's manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
We strongly recommend that you use only genuine Honda accessories that have
been specifically designed and tested for your motorcycle. Because Honda
cannot test all other accessories, you must be personally responsible for proper
selection, installation, and use of non-Honda accessories.
Check with your Honda dealer for assistance and always follow these
guidelines:
Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, reduce ground clearance
and lean angle, limit suspension travel or steering travel, alter your riding
position, or interfere with operating any controls.
Do not add any electrical equipment that will exceed the motorcycle's
electrical system capacity (page 175
or engine power (page 163
Do not pull a trailer or sidecar with your motorcycle. This motorcycle was not
designed for these attachments, and their use can seriously impair your
motorcycle's handling.
Carefully consider the weight of any accessories and any cargo stored in
those accessories to avoid exceeding the maximum weight limits.
For more information, see Load
4
Motorcycle Safety
Modifications
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