Yamaha YFM400AS, Owner'S Manual

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Loading and accessories
Use extra caution when riding the ATV with
additional loads, such as accessories or car-
go. The ATV’s handling may be adversely af-
fected. Reduce your speed when adding
additional loads.
MAXIMUM LOADING LIMIT
● Vehicle loading limit: 210 kg (463 lb)
* Total weight of cargo, rider and
accessories, and trailer hitch
vertical load.
● Front carrier: 40 kg (88 lb)
● Rear carrier: 80 kg (176 lb)
● Storage box: 2.0 kg (4.4 lb)
● Trailer hitch:
Pulling load: 500 kgf (1,102 lbf)
Total weight of trailer and cargo.
● Tongue weight: 15 kgf (33 lbf)
Vertical weight on trailer hitch point.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Overloading this ATV or carrying or tow-
ing cargo improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause changes in vehicle han-
dling which could lead to an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never exceed the stated load capacity
for this ATV.
Cargo should be properly distributed
and securely attached.
Reduce speed when carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer. Allow greater distance
for braking.
Always follow the instructions in your
Owner’s Manual for carrying cargo or
pulling a trailer.
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