Suzuki V Storm, Owner'S Manual

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LOADING GUIDELINES
This motorcycle is primarily
intended to carry small items
when you are not riding with a
passenger. Follow the guidelines
below to carry a passenger or
cargo:
•
Balance the load between the
left and right side of the motor-
cycle and fasten it securely.
• Keep cargo weight low and
close to the center of the
motorcycle as possible.
• Do not attach large or heavy
items to the handlebars, front
forks or rear fender.
• Do not install a luggage carrier
or a luggage box protruding
over the tail end of the motor-
cycle.
• Do not carry any items that
protrude over the tail end of
the motorcycle.
• Check that both tires are prop-
erly inflated to the specified
tire pressure for your loading
conditions. Refer to page 7-34.
• Improperly loading your motor-
cycle can reduce your ability to
balance and steer the motor-
cycle. You should ride at
reduced speeds, less than 130
km/h (80 mph), when you are
carrying cargo or have added
accessories.
• Adjust suspension setting as
necessary.
MODIFICATION
Modification of the motorcycle, or
removal of original equipment
may render the vehicle unsafe or
illegal. Obey all applicable equip-
ment regulations in your area.
The frame of this motorcycle is
made of an aluminum alloy.
Therefore, never make any modi-
fications such as drilling or weld-
ing to the frame as it weakens the
frame significantly. This could
result in an unsafe vehicle operat-
ing condition and subsequent
accident. Suzuki will not be
responsible in any way for per-
sonal injury or damage to the
motorcycle caused by frame mod-
ifications.
Bolt-on-accessories that do not
modify the frame in any way may
be installed, provided that the
GVWR is not exceeded.

WARNING
Modification to an aluminum
alloy frame, such as drilling or
welding, weakens the frame.
This could result in an unsafe
operating condition and may
lead to an accident.
Never make any modifications
to the frame.