Polaris 2000 Victory Special Edition - Manual (Page 12)

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Loading
WARNING: The total weight of the operator, passenger, accessories and
cargo must not exceed the maximum load limit of 379 lbs.
WARNING: Accessory and cargo weight should be kept as low and close to
the center of gravity of the machine as possible. Distribute the weight evenly on
both sides of the machine.
WARNING: Shifting weights while operating the machine can upset the han-
dling of the motorcycle. It is imperative to attach cargo and accessories securely.
Inspect all accessory mounts and cargo attachments every time before riding your
machine. Loose cargo can become entangled in wheels, belts, etc., and cause a
serious accident.
WARNING: Heavy, large items should never be carried on the handlebars,
front forks, or the front fender. Carrying large, heavy, bulky items in these areas will
create ill-handling and/or slow steering response.
WARNING: Your Victory motorcycle was not designed to pull trailers or at-
tach sidecars. Doing so will drastically change the handling characteristics and is
not recommended by Victory.
WARNING: Do not install accessories or carry cargo that changes the design
parameters of the machine. After installing accessories or cargo, carefully inspect
the machine to determine if:
D Ground clearance has been reduced
D Cornering clearance has been reduced.
D Suspension travel has been reduced.
D Steering travel has been reduced or restricted.
D Control operation has been obscured or restricted.
D Lights or reflectors have been covered.
NOTE: Bulky accessories and/or cargo may change the aerodynamics of the ma-
chine and affect stability during normal riding, crosswinds or wind created by pass-
ing vehicles.
WARNING: Adding electrical accessories may exceed the capacity of the
electrical system. This could lead to an electrical failure which could cause a dan-
gerous loss of lights and/or engine power.
WARNING: Improper loading of your Victory motorcycle can adversely affect
its handling and overload the tires.
D This can cause a loss of control or a tire blow-out.
D Always follow recommendations in this manual for loading of the motorcycle and
care of tires. See especially pages 5 and 28.