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Accessories, Loading and Passengers
The handling and braking capabilities of a
motorcycle will be affected by the presence
of a passenger. The rider must make
allowances for these changes when
operating the motorcycle with a passenger
and should not attempt such operation
unless trained to do so and without
becoming familiar and comfortable with
the changes in motorcycle operating
characteristics that this brings about.
Motorcycle operation without making
allowances for the presence of a passenger
could lead to loss of motorcycle control
and an accident.
Never attempt to store any items between
the frame and the fuel tank. This can
restrict the steering and will cause loss of
control leading to an accident.
Weight attached to the handlebar or front
fork will increase the mass of the steering
assembly and can result in loss of steering
control leading to an accident.
Do not carry animals on your motorcycle.
An animal could make sudden and
unpredictable movements that could lead
to loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
If the passenger seat is used to carry small
objects, they must not exceed 5 kg in
weight, must not impair control of the
motorcycle, must be securely attached and
must not extend beyond the rear or sides
of the motorcycle.
Carriage of objects in excess of 5 kg in
weight, that are insecure, impair control or
extend beyond the rear or sides of the
motorcycle may lead to loss of motorcycle
control and an accident.
Even if small objects are correctly loaded
onto the rear seat, the maximum speed of
the motorcycle must be reduced to
80 mph (130 km/h).
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