Accessories, Passengers And Loading
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Warning
Never ride an accessory equipped
motorcycle, or a motorcycle carrying a
payload of any kind, at speeds above
80 mph (130 km/h). In either/both of
these conditions, speeds in excess of
80 mph (130 km/h) should not be
attempted even where the legal speed
limit permits this.
The presence of accessories and/or
payload will cause changes in the
stability and handling of the
motorcycle.
Failure to allow for changes in
motorcycle stability may lead to loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
When riding at high speed, always be
aware that various motorcycle
configuration and environmental
factors can adversely affect the
stability of your motorcycle. For
example:
Incorrectly balanced loads on both
sides of the motorcycle
Incorrectly adjusted front and rear
suspension settings
Incorrectly adjusted tyre pressures
Excessively or unevenly worn tyres
Side winds and turbulence from other
vehicles
Loose clothing.
Remember that the 80 mph (130 km/h)
absolute limit will be reduced by the
fitting of non‑approved accessories,
incorrect loading, worn tyres, overall
motorcycle condition and poor road or
weather conditions.
Warning
Your passenger should be instructed
that he or she can cause loss of
motorcycle control by making sudden
movements or by adopting an incorrect
seated position.
The rider should instruct the
passenger as follows:
It is important that the passenger sits
still while the motorcycle is in motion
and does not interfere with the
operation of the motorcycle.
To keep his or her feet on the
passenger footrests and to firmly hold
onto the seat strap or the rider's waist
or hips.
Advise the passenger to lean with the
rider when travelling around corners
and not to lean unless the rider does
so.
Warning
Do not carry a passenger unless he or
she is tall enough to reach the
footrests provided.
A passenger who is not tall enough to
reach the footrests will be unable to sit
securely on the motorcycle and may
cause instability leading to loss of
control and an accident.
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