ACCESSORIES, LOADING AND PASSENGERS
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Warning
The maximum safe load for each
pannier is stated on a label inside the
pannier.
Never exceed this loading limit as this
may cause the motorcycle to become
unstable leading to loss of motorcycle
control and an accident.
Warning
Never attempt to store any items
between the frame and the fuel tank.
This can restrict the steering and will
cause loss of control leading to an
accident.
Weight attached to the handlebar or
front fork will increase the mass of the
steering assembly and can result in
loss of steering control leading to an
accident.
Warning
Do not use the passenger seat to
carry any objects.
Carrying objects on the passenger
seat may lead to loss of motorcycle
control and an accident.
Note
Adjust the headlight aim to compensate
for additional loads (see page 158).
Passengers
Warning
The handling and braking capabilities
of a motorcycle will be affected by the
presence of a passenger.
The rider must make allowances for
these changes when operating the
motorcycle with a passenger and
should not attempt such operation
unless trained to do so and without
becoming familiar and comfortable
with the changes in motorcycle
operating characteristics that this
brings about.
Motorcycle operation without making
allowances for the presence of a
passenger could lead to loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
Warning
Do not carry a passenger unless he
or she is tall enough to reach the
footrests provided.
A passenger who is not tall enough
to reach the footrests will be unable
to sit securely on the motorcycle and
may cause instability leading to loss of
control and an accident.
