INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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Open the throttle and make sure
that the throttle grip returns
properly when released, other-
wise an accident or injury could
result.
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Saddlebags [XV17ATZ(C)]
WARNING
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Improper loading or overloading can
cause loss of control and possibly
an accident or personal injury. See
pages 1-1 and 7-19 for important
loading and tire pressure informa-
tion.
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Always securely close each
saddlebag before riding.
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Distribute weight evenly on
each side of the motorcycle.
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Do not exceed the load limit of 5
kg (11 lb) for each saddlebag.
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Do not exceed the maximum
load of 177 kg (390 lb) for the ve-
hicle.
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Do not exceed 120 km/h (80
mi/h) when riding with luggage
in the saddlebags, otherwise
handling could be affected. Im-
proper loading, poor tire or
overall motorcycle conditions,
poor road surfaces or adverse
weather conditions may make it
necessary to further reduce the
riding speed.
To open a saddlebag
Unbuckle the belts and fold up the flap.
To close a saddlebag
Fold the flap down and buckle both
belts securely.
TIP
For saddlebag cleaning and care, see
page 8-1.
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