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When loading a trailer properly, two
items are critical: Gross Trailer Weight
(the weight of the trailer plus cargo) and
Trailer Tongue Weight.
Trailer Tongue Weight is the downward
force exerted on the hitch by the trailer
coupler when the trailer is fully loaded
and the coupler is at its normal towing
height. Refer to the Load Capacity Rat-
ings chart for tongue weight information.
Always maintain a slow speed when
trailering and towing and avoid sudden
accelerations, quick maneuvers, and sud-
den stops. Braking distance will be
affected when towing a trailer. When
towing a trailer, always maintain slow
speed and allow more stopping distance
than when not towing a trailer.
Transporting
When transporting the ATV, the ATV
must be in its normal operating position
(on all four wheels) and the following pro-
cedure must be used.
1. Engage the brake lever lock and
place the transmission in gear.
2. Secure the ATV with load rated
hold-down straps.
NOTE: Suitable hold-down straps
are available from your authorized
dealer. Ordinary rope is not recom-
mended because it can stretch under
load.
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! WARNING
Make sure that the load in the trailer is
properly secured and will not shift
while moving. Also, do not overload
the trailer.
! WARNING
Never exceed any of the ATV weight
restrictions.
! WARNING
Riding an ATV without extra caution
when towing a trailer will be hazard-
ous. Trailer towing can affect the han-
dling and braking of the ATV. Never tow
a trailer without a rigid tongue and
never exceed 10 mph. Avoid sudden
accelerations and stopping of the ATV.
Do not make quick maneuvers. Avoid
uneven surfaces and do not tow on
hills.
! WARNING
Never tow people in or on any device
except when towing a disabled vehi-
cle with operable brakes and steering
or on a trailer designed for passen-
gers that has a rigid tow bar.
CAUTION
Failure to engage the brake lever lock
and place the transmission in gear
could result in the ATV rolling off the
trailer in the event of tie-down strap
failure.
CAUTION
If using additional hold-down straps
in any other areas, care must be
taken not to damage the ATV.
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