Modification
Modifications made to the motorcycle not approved by Yamaha, or the removal of original
equipment, may render your motorcycle unsafe for use and may cause severe personal injury.
Modifications may also make your motorcycle illegal to use.
Loading and accessories
Adding accessories or cargo to your motorcycle can adversely affect stability and handling if
the weight distribution of the motorcycle is changed. To avoid the possibility of an accident,
extreme caution should be used if adding cargo or accessories to your motorcycle. Use extra
care if riding a motorcycle which has added cargo or accessories.
Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for use on this motorcycle. Since
Yamaha cannot test all other accessories which may be available, you must personally be
responsible for the proper selection, installation and use of non-Yamaha accessories. You
should use extreme caution when selecting and installing any accessories. Keep in mind these
guidelines for mounting accessories in addition to those provided under “LOADING”.
1. Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the performance of your motor-
cycle. Carefully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure it does not in any way
reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or
control operation, or obscure lights or reflectors.
a. Accessories fitted to the handlebar or the front fork area can create instability due to
improper weight distribution or aerodynamic changes. If accessories are added to the han-
dlebar or front fork area, they must be as lightweight as possible and should be kept to a
minimum.
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