Honda XR250 Tornado Owner's Manual page 93

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Loading Guidelines
Your motorcycle is primarily intended for transporting
you and a passenger. You may wish to secure a jacket
or other small items to the seat when you are not
riding with a passenger.
If you wish to carry more cargo, check with your
Honda dealer for advice, and be sure to read the
information regarding accessories on page 11.
Follow these guidelines whenever you carry cargo:
• Keep cargo small and light. Make sure it cannot
easily be caught on brush or other objects, and that
it does not interfere with your ability to shift position
to maintain balance and stability.
• Place weight as close to the center of the
motorcycle as possible.
• Do not attach large or heavy items (such as a sleeping
bag or tent) to the handlebar, fork, or front fender.
• Make sure that all cargo is tied down securely.
• Never exceed the maximum weight limit.
• Check that both tyres are properly inflated.
Accessories and Modifications
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.
WARNING
!
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.
Accessories
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
dealer for assistance and always follow these
guidelines:
• Make sure the accessory does not obscure any
lights, reduce ground clearance and banking angle,
limit suspension travel or steering travel, alter your
riding position or interfere with operating any
controls.
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