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Motorcycle Safety
Accessories & Modifications
Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar
to, your motorcycle. Your motorcycle was not
designed for these attachments, and their use
can seriously impair your motorcycle’s
handling.
Loading
Carrying extra weight affects your
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motorcycle’s handling, braking and stability.
Always ride at a safe speed for the load you
are carrying.
Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep
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within specified load limits.
Maximum weight capacity / Maximum
luggage weight
Tie all luggage securely, evenly balanced and
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close to the center of the motorcycle.
Do not place objects near the lights or the
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muffler.
WARNING
Overloading or improper loading can
cause a crash and you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
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