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9 PREPARING FOR USE
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Warning
Danger of accidents Changed handling characteristics and longer stopping distance with excessive payload.
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Adapt your speed according to your payload.
Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable handling characteristics due to slipped baggage.
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Check the way your baggage is fixed regularly.
Warning
Danger of burns A hot exhaust system can burn baggage.
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Fasten your baggage in such a way that it cannot be burned or singed by the hot exhaust system.
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If you carry luggage, make sure you secure it firmly as close as possible to the center of the vehicle and ensure even weight distribu-
tion between the front and rear wheels.
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Do not exceed the maximum permissible weight and the maximum permissible axle loads.
Guideline
Maximum permissible overall weight 406 kg (895 lb.)
Maximum permissible front axle load 160 kg (353 lb.)
Maximum permissible rear axle load 260 kg (573 lb.)