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Warning
Continued
This maximum loading weight is made
up from the combined weight of the
rider, passenger, any accessories fitted
and any load carried.
For models that have adjustable
suspension settings, ensure that front
and rear spring preload and damping
settings are suitable for the loading
condition of the motorcycle (see Rear
Suspension).
Note
the
maximum
permissible payload for the panniers is
stated on a label inside the pannier.
Warning
Do not install accessories or carry
luggage that impairs the control of the
motorcycle. Make sure that you have
not adversely affected any lighting
component, road clearance, banking
capability (i.e. lean angle), control
operation, wheel travel, front fork
movement, visibility in any direction, or
any other aspect of the motorcycle's
operation.
Warning
Never ride an accessory equipped
motorcycle, or a motorcycle carrying a
payload of any kind, at speeds above
130 km/h (80 mph). In either/both of
these conditions, speeds in excess of
130 km/h (80 mph) should not be
attempted even where the legal speed
limit permits this.
Warning
Continued
The presence of accessories and/or
payload will cause changes in the
stability
and
handling
of
the
motorcycle.
Failure to allow for changes in
motorcycle stability may lead to loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
When riding at high speed, always be
aware
that
various
motorcycle
configuration
and
environmental
factors can adversely affect the
stability of your motorcycle. For
example:
Incorrectly balanced loads on both
sides of the motorcycle
Incorrectly adjusted front and rear
suspension settings
Incorrectly adjusted tire pressures
Excessively or unevenly worn tires
Side winds and turbulence from other
vehicles
Loose clothing.
Remember that the 130 km/h (80 mph)
absolute limit will be reduced by the
installation
of
non-approved
accessories, incorrect loading, worn
tires, overall motorcycle condition and
poor road or weather conditions.
Warning
This motorcycle must not be operated
above the legal road speed limit except
in authorized closed-course conditions.
