Suzuki LT-F160 2006, Owner'S Manual

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4-3
Accessory Use and Vehicle Loading
Guidelines.
1. The combined weight of the rider,
gear, trailer tongue weight and
any accessories or cargo must
never exceed the vehicle’s load
capacity of 130 kg (285 lbs).
2. Check accessory mounting brack-
ets and other attachment hard-
ware to make sure they provide a
rigid, non-movable mount.
3. Accessories added to the handle-
bars of the machine should be as
light as possible. The extra weight
can cause the vehicle to be harder
to steer.
4. Do not add accessories or cargo
which interfere with controls or
other equipment.
5. Do not carry heavy or bulky cargo.
Cargo racks are designed to carry
light items.
6. Distribute cargo weight evenly
between the front and rear of the
vehicle as well as both sides of
the vehicle. Locate cargo weight
as close to the center of the vehi-
cle as possible. (e.g. load cargo to
the rear of front racks.) Do not let
cargo stick out beyond the edges
of the racks.
7. Secure your load well. Shifting
weight can affect your ability to
handle the vehicle safely.
8. Ride at slow speeds and avoid
hills when carrying cargo. Carry-
ing loads can affect the stability
and handling of your ATV.
9. Allow enough stopping distance.
Stopping distance increases when
you carry loads. Use engine brak-
ing as much as possible.