Warning! Refer to the Accessories and Weight section in the instruction manual. If the load is unacceptably large, distributed incorrectly, or accessories are installed incorrectly, the stability and controllability of the motorcycle may deteriorate, which in turn can lead to serious injury or death.
Warning! Do not exceed motorcycle load rating GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or the rated permissible axle load of a motorcycle wheel GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). If these rated weights are exceeded, the motorcycle's stability and handling may be impaired. This, in turn, can lead to serious injury or death.
GVWR is the sum of the weight of the motorcycle (with accessories) with the maximum total weight of the driver, passenger and transported cargo, which still ensures traffic safety.
GAWR is the maximum weight that can be carried on the axle of each motorcycle wheel.
GVWR and GAWR are shown on the information plate; this plate is located on the motorcycle frame below the pipe.
Warning! Do not tow a trailer with a motorcycle. When towing a trailer, the load on the tires may be excessive and the brake performance, stability and controllability of the motorcycle will deteriorate. This could result in serious injury or death.
Accessories and Weight Recommendations
When equipping your motorcycle, transporting passengers and cargo, you must follow the recommendations below.
Warning! Drive at a speed appropriate to the road surface and driving conditions. Never exceed the posted speed limit. If you exceed the speed limit, you may lose control, which could result in serious injury or death.
Do not exceed the official speed limit or ride your motorcycle at a speed that is too high for the current conditions. In poor driving conditions, always reduce your speed. At high speeds, the influence of all other conditions on the stability of the motorcycle increases, and the likelihood of loss of control increases.
Pay great attention to the condition of the road surface and wind speed. Any two-wheeled vehicle is subject to rollover forces caused by wind loads from passing trucks, potholes, uneven road surfaces, driver control errors, etc. If this occurs, reduce your speed and drive the motorcycle in a relaxed manner while being aware of your surroundings. situation. Do not brake sharply or lift the motorcycle by the handlebars. This may cause the motorcycle to become unstable.
Distribute the load so that the heaviest items are as close to the motorcycle as possible. This ensures the smallest shift in the motorcycle's center of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly on both sides of the motorcycle.
Do not place heavy objects too far behind the driver, do not hang a load on the handlebars or front fork.
Do not exceed the maximum load capacity specified in the motorcycle data sheet for each saddle bag.
Only lightweight items should be carried in trunks. Do not overload the trunks.
Make sure that the load is securely attached so that it will not move while the motorcycle is moving. Periodically check that the load is secured securely. Accessories that change the rider's riding position may increase the rider's reaction time, resulting in poor control of the motorcycle.
Additional electrical equipment may overload the motorcycle's electrical system, causing it to fail or causing a component to fail.
Warning! Front and/or rear guards may provide leg protection and minor overall motorcycle protection (with some restrictions). (When the motorcycle is stopped, the flaps are lowered; at low speed, the flaps move.) Shields do not protect against injury in the event of a collision with another vehicle or any other object.
Accessories with large surface areas such as fairings, windshields, seat backs, and racks may impair motorcycle handling. Should be installed (and rightly so) Only original accessories manufactured by Harley-Davidson specifically for this motorcycle model.
Warning! Do not use front forks or other parts made by other manufacturers, including non-factory parts (homemade). This may adversely affect the performance and handling of the motorcycle. If parts manufactured at the Harley-Davidson factory are removed or modified, the performance and handling of the motorcycle could be adversely affected and could result in serious injury or death.
Warning! The stroller can only be used with Harley-Davidson motorcycle models intended for motorcycle touring. See your Harley-Davidson dealer for information about this. When using the sidecar with other motorcycle models) serious injury and death are possible.