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ACCESSORIES AND CARGO
Royal Enfield cannot test and make specific
rec ommen datio ns co ncerning specific o r a
combination of accessories sold. Therefore, the
rider must be responsible for safe operation of
the motorcycle when installing accessories or
carrying additional weight.
The following guidelines should be used when
equipping a motorcycle, carrying cargo and /or
passengers.
WARNING
DO NOT load weight or install accessories
improperly on the motorcycle. Doing so may affect
the motorcycle’s stability handling characteristics,
and safe operating speed which could result in
serious accident causing serious injury.
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DO NOT exceed 70 MPH (110 Km/h) riding solo.
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DO NOT exceed 55 MPH (90 Km/h) when
carrying a passenger or cargo.

Keep cargo weight concentrated close to the
m otorcycle and as low as possible; this
minimizes the change in the motorcycle’s center
of gravity
 Distribute weight evenly on both sides
of the motorcycle.
 DO NOT load bulky items too far behind
the rider or add weight to the handlebars
or front forks.
 DO NOT exceed 5 pounds (2.3 kgs)
maximum load in each saddlebag.
 Recheck the cargo periodically

Be sure cargo is secured and will not shift while
riding. Accessories secured loosely may affect
the riding of the motorcycle and affect the
stability of the motorcycle.
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Additional electrical accessories and
equipments may overload the motorcycle’s
electrical system and will result in system and/
or component failure.