Do not
pull
a trailer
with
a
motorcycle. Pulling
a trailer can
cause
tire overload,
reduced
braking efficiency and
adversely
affect stability and
handling, which
could
result
in
death
or serious
injury.
(00018b)
Direct contact of
D.O.T. 4
brake
fluid with
eyes can cause
irritation.
Avoid eye contact.
In
case of eye contact flush
with
large amounts of
water
and
get
medical attention.
Swallowing
large amounts of D.O.T.4 brake fluid can cause
digestive
discomfort. lf swallowed, obtain medical atten-
tion.
Use in well ventilated area. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
(00240a)
Consult
a Harley-Davidson dealer regarding any
questions
or
problems
that occur in the operation of
your
motorcycle.
Failure to do so can aggravate an initial
problem,
cause
costly
repairs, cause an accident and could result in death
or serious
injury.
(00020a)
.
Be sure all equipment required by federal, state and local
law is
installed
and
in
good
operating condition.
Do not
open
storage compartments while riding. Distrac-
tions while riding can lead to loss of control, which could
result in death or serious injury.
(00082a)
RULES OFTHE
ROAD
.
Keep to the right side of the road centerline when meeting
other vehicles coming in the opposite direction. Ride to
left
of center of
your
lane to avoid oily
pavement
ahead.
.
Always
sound
your
horn, actuate
your
turn signals, and
exercise caution
when
passing
other vehicles
going
in the
same
direction. Never try to
pass
another vehicle
going
in
the same direction at street
intersections,
on curves, or
when
going
up or down
a hill.
.
At
street
intersections
give
the right-otway to the vehicle
on
your
right. Do not
presume you
have the right-olway,
as
the
other driver
may not know it is
your
turn.
.
Always
signal
when
preparing
to
stop, turn or
pass.
.
All traffic
signs,
including those
used
for the
control of
traffic
at
intersections,
should
be
obeyed
promptly.
SLOW
DOWN
signs
near
schools and CAUTION signs at
railroad
crossings
should always
be
observed and
your
actions
governed
accordingly.
.
When intending to turn to the left,
signal at
least
30.5
meters
(100
feet)
before
reaching the turning
point.
Move
over
to
the centerline of
the
street
(unless
local rules
require
otheruvise), slow down, enter the
intersection
of
the
street and then turn carefully to the left.
.
Never anticipate a traffic light. When a change is indicated
lrom
GO to STOP
(or
vice versa)
in
the traffic control
systems
at
intersections,
slow
down
and
wait for the light
to
change.
Never run through
a
yellow
or
red tratfic light.
.
While
turning either
right
or
left, watch
for
pedestrians,
animals, as
well
as
vehicles.
.
Do not leave the
curb or
parking
area
without
signaling.
Be
sure
your
way is
clear to enter moving traffic. A moving
line
of
traffic
always
has the right-of-way.
.
Be
sure
your
license
plate
is installed in the
position
spe-
cified by
law
and
is
clearly
visible
at all
times. Keep
the
olate clean.
.
Ride
at a safe speed that is consistent with the type of
highway
you
are on.
Pay
strict attention to whether the
road
is
dry, oily, icy or wet.
.
Watch for
debris such as leaves or loose
gravel.
.
Weather
and
traffic
conditions on the highway dictate
adjusting
your
speed and driving
habits
accordingly.
ACCESSORIES AND CARGO
Harley-Davidson Motor Company cannot test and make specific
recommendations
concerning every accessory or combination
of accessories sold. Therefore, the rider must be responsible
for
safe operation of the motorcycle when installing accessories
or carrying additional weight.
See the Accessory and Cargo section in
your
Owner's
Manual. lmproper loading of cargo or installatibn
of
accessories can affect motorcycle stability and handling,
which
could result in death or serious injury.
(00021a)
Do not exceed the motorcycle's Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
(GVWR)
or Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR).
Exceeding these weight ratings
can affect stability and
handling, which
could
result in
death or serious
injury.
(00016e)
.
GVWR is the sum of the weight
of
the motorcycle,
accessories, and the maximum weight
of
the rider,
pas-
senger and
cargo
that can be
safely carried.
.
GAWR is the maximum amount of weight that
can be
safely
carried
on each axle.
.
The
GVWR and GAWR are shown on
the information
olate
which is located on the frame
down
tube.
Do not
pull
a trailer with
a
motorcycle. Pulling
a
trailer
can
cause
tire
overload,
reduced
braking efficiency and
adversely affect stability and
handling, which
could result
in
death or serious
injury.
(00018b)
Accessory
and Cargo Guidelines
The following
guidelines
should be used when equipping
a
motorcycle, carrying
passengers
and/or cargo.
Safety
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