2008 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Touring Owners Manual - Page 61

2008 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Touring Manual

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Hauling Cargo OPERATION 2/3 Your ATV has been designed 1/3 to carry or tow a certain amount of load. Always read and understand the load distribution warning labels on the vehicle, and never exceed the weight capacities outlined in the specifications section of the owner's manual and on the safety decals. Cargo weight should be evenly distributed (1/3 on the front rack and 2/3 on the rear rack) and mounted as low as possible. When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo weight to maintain stable driving conditions. Do not obstruct the headlight beam with cargo. Use low forward gear when hauling or towing heavy cargo to extend belt life. Towing Loads Always attach a towed load to the hitch point. If towing a load, reduce rear rack cargo weight by the amount of tongue weight. The combination of rear rack cargo weight and tongue weight must not exceed the rear rack capacity. CAUTION Using an improper hitch or exceeding the maximum tongue weight capacity can result in serious damage to the vehicle and will void your ATV warranty. Never install a hitch longer than 6 3/4" (17 cm). Never install automotive accessories on your Polaris ATV. Always install Polaris-approved (or equivalent) accessories designed for ATV use. Maximum 6 3/4" (17 cm) Maximum Towing Capacities Do not exceed maximum towing capacities. Avoid towing on inclines. 500 EFI Maximum Towed Load (Level Ground) Maximum Vertical Hitch Weight 1225 lbs. (557 kg) 120 lbs. (55 kg) 800 EFI 1500 lbs. (680 kg) 150 lbs. (68 kg) 61

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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
Your ATV has been designed
to carry or tow a certain
amount of load. Always read
and understand the load distri-
bution warning labels on the
vehicle, and never exceed the
weight capacities outlined in
the specifications section of the
owner's manual and on the
safety decals.
Cargo weight should be evenly distributed (1/3 on the front rack and 2/3
on the rear rack) and mounted as low as possible. When operating over
rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo weight to maintain stable
driving conditions. Do not obstruct the headlight beam with cargo. Use
low forward gear when hauling or towing heavy cargo to extend belt
life.
Towing Loads
Always attach a towed load to the hitch point. If towing a load, reduce
rear rack cargo weight by the amount of tongue weight. The combina-
tion of rear rack cargo weight and tongue weight must not exceed the
rear rack capacity.
Maximum Towing Capacities
Do not exceed maximum towing capacities. Avoid towing on inclines.
CAUTION
Using an improper hitch or exceeding
the maximum tongue weight capacity
can result in serious damage to the
vehicle and will void your ATV warranty.
Never install a hitch longer than 6 3/4"
(17 cm). Never install automotive
accessories on your Polaris ATV. Always
install Polaris-approved (or equivalent)
accessories designed for ATV use.
500 EFI
800 EFI
Maximum Towed Load (Level Ground)
1225 lbs. (557 kg)
1500 lbs. (680 kg)
Maximum Vertical Hitch Weight
120 lbs. (55 kg)
150 lbs. (68 kg)
2/3
1/3
Maximum
6 3/4" (17 cm)