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Loading guidelines
This motorcycle is primarily intended to
carry small items when you are not riding
with a passenger. Follow the loading guide-
lines below:
• When loading luggage onto the rear
seat, fix it firmly in place with rubber
straps, etc. Do not overload with lug-
gage.
• Balance the load between the left and
right side of the motorcycle and fasten it
securely.
• Keep cargo weight low and as close to
the center of the motorcycle as possible.
• Adjust suspension setting as necessary.
• Do not attach large or heavy items to the
handlebars, front forks or rear fender.
• Do not attach luggage compartments,
load boxes, or other items that protrude
from the tail end outside the body of the
motorcycle.
• Check that both tires are properly
inflated to the specified tire pressure for
your loading conditions. Refer to “TIRE
PRESSURE AND LOADING” on page 3-
61.
• Improperly loading your motorcycle can
reduce your ability to balance and steer
the motorcycle. Ride more slowly when
carrying luggage or with accessories
attached.