Yamaha Grizzly 700 2011, Manual

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bulky object attached to the handlebars which
could make steering difficult, an accessory that
limits your ability to move around on the seat, or
one that limits your view.
● Use extra caution when riding an ATV with ac-
cessories. The ATV may handle differently than
it does without accessories.
EBU27571
Loading
WARNING
EWB00820
Never exceed the stated load capacity for this
ATV. Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow-
ing cargo improperly could cause changes in
ATV handling which could lead to an accident.
Cargo should be properly distributed and se-
curely attached. Reduce speed when carrying
cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater dis-
tance for braking.
Cargo or a trailer can change the stability and han-
dling of an ATV.
You must use common sense and good judgment
when carrying cargo or towing a trailer. Keep the
following points in mind:
● Never exceed the weight limits shown. An over-
loaded ATV can be unstable.
●
Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight.
You can measure tongue weight with a bath-
room scale. Put the tongue of the loaded trailer
on the scale with the tongue at hitch height. Ad-
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
ATV loading limit (total weight of rider, cargo,
accessories, and tongue):
220.0 kg (485 lb)
Front carrier:
45.0 kg (99 lb)
Rear carrier:
85.0 kg (187 lb)
Front storage compartment:
0.5 kg (1 lb)
Rear storage compartment:
2.0 kg (4 lb)
Trailer hitch:
Pulling load (total weight of trailer and car-
go):
5880 N (600 kgf, 1322 lbf)
Tongue weight (vertical weight on trailer
hitch point):
147 N (15 kgf, 33 lbf)
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