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Check tires for wear, damage and proper inflation before each use and every 100 miles.
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Tire pressure should be 60 PSI.
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Check and tighten lug nuts. Tighten to 85-90 ft.-lbs. of torque.
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RETIGHTEN AFTER FIRST 25, 50 AND 100 MILES AND BEFORE TOWING THEREAFTER.
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OPERATION
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Know how to properly control your towing vehicle-trailer combination on the highway under all
conditions. It is important
to
remember that the loaded weight of the trailer will increase your
braking and stopping distances appreciably.
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When towing a trailer over long distances, stop and check tightness of all connections, lights and
running gear every
100 miles.
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Carry emergency flares, and fire extinguisher if required for operation in your state.
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It is desirable to carry extra bulbs and fuses if you are towing the trailer at night.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
All maintenance, service or repairs listed in this manual are only to be
attempted by a qualified service technician.
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Check and maintain the trailer, coupler, ball and hitch before each use and every 200 miles.
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Inspect coupler, hitch and ball for damage before each use.
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Ball or hitch can be damaged in parking, hitting curbs, dragging when crossing ditches or railroad
tracks.
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Check safety chains and hooks for wear and do not allow safety chains to drag on ground.
•
To prevent bearing damage, disassemble and repack wheel bearing with a good grade of wheel
bearing grease every 2000-3000 miles or yearly.
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If you do not know how to repack wheel bearing, take your trailer to a qualified technician.
IMPORTANT:
The purpose of the following notices is to give you tips on safe use and operation of your motorcycle trailer.
1. Read the instructions carefully and follow them step-by-step for easy assembly. Keep this manual in a
safe place.
2. Double check the Assembly instructions to be sure each is followed.
3. Before using, please inspect your trailer.
4.
Do not remove the VIN sticker from the tow bar.
NOTE:
Always comply with the following before using your trailer:
1) Tighten U-bolts
2) Tighten wheel lug nuts.
3) Make sure coupler is secured to the ball and is properly adjusted.
4) Cross and connect safety chains.
5) Trailer load must not exceed its 700-lb. capacity and must be properly secured.
6) Trailer load size must not exceed trailer’s bed size.
TRAILER LICENSING NOTICE
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