BRP Can-Am Commander XT 1000R 2021, Operator'S Manual

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MOVING LOADS AND DOING WORK
Working with your Vehicle
Your vehicle can help you perform a
number of different LIGHT tasks rang-
ing from snow removal to pulling wood
or carrying cargo. A variety of acces-
sories are available from your autho-
rized Can-Am dealer. To prevent pos-
sible injury, follow the instructions and
warnings that accompany the acces-
sory. Always respect the load limits
of the vehicle. Overloading the vehi-
cle can overstress the components
and cause failure. Avoid overexerting
yourself if you lift or pull heavy loads or
manually push the vehicle.
Carrying Loads
WARNING
– On 1-UP models, NEVER exceed
90 km/h (55 MPH) if total load is
more than 164 kg (360 lb).
– On 2-UP models, NEVER exceed
90 km/h (55 MPH) if total load is
more than 132 kg (291 lb).
– On 2-UP models, NEVER exceed
90 km/h with a passenger.
Any load carried on the vehicle includ-
ing a passenger (2-UP models) and/or
the carrying rack(s) will affect the han-
dling, stability and braking distance of
the vehicle. Do not exceed the total
load allowed for this vehicle, includ-
ing the weight of operator and pas-
senger cargo, accessories and trailer
tongue weight. Refer to
SPECIFICA-
TIONS
. Always make sure the cargo
is secured, properly distributed (1/3
of cargo weight in front and 2/3 of
cargo weight in back) and cannot in-
terfere with controls lights. Always be
aware that the cargo may slide or fall
off and cause an accident. Avoid loads
that may protrude sideways and get
snagged or caught in bushes or other
obstacles.
WARNING
The vehicle handling, stability and
braking distance are affected when
loading racks and using the vehi-
cle. Correct loading and weight
distribution are therefore impor-
tant. Never overload, tow or carry
cargo
improperly. Always en-
sure the cargo is safely secured
and properly distributed on the
rack(s) before operating the vehi-
cle. Safely reduce speed accord-
ing to terrain conditions when car-
rying cargo or pulling a trailer, and
avoid hills and rough terrain. Al-
low greater distance for braking,
especially on inclined surfaces and
when a passenger (2-UP models)
is on board. Be careful not to skid
or slide. Always secure cargo as
low as possible on the rack(s) to
reduce the effect of a higher center
of gravity. Failure to follow the rec-
ommendations here could cause
changes in vehicle handling which
could lead to an accident.
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1. 1/3 of cargo weight
2. 2/3 of cargo weight
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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