2002 Yamaha Motorsports V Star Custom Owners Manual - Page 12

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SAFETY INFORMATION Loading The total weight of the operator, passenger, accessories and cargo must not exceed the maximum load limit of XVS650(C): 397 lb (180 kg)/XVS650A(C): 441 lb (200 kg). When loading within this weight limit, keep the following in mind: 1. Cargo and accessory weight should be kept as low and close to the motorcycle as possible. Make sure to distribute the weight as evenly as possible on both sides of the motorcycle to minimize imbalance or instability. 2. Shifting weights can create a sudden imbalance. Make sure that accessories and cargo are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding. Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequently. 3. Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar, front fork, or front fender. These items, including such cargo as sleeping bags, duffel bags, or tents, can create unstable handling or slow steering response. Accessories Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for use on this motorcycle. Since Yamaha cannot test all other accessories that may be available, you must personally be responsible for the proper selection, installation and use of non-Yamaha accessories. Use extreme caution when selecting and installing any accessories. Keep the following guidelines in mind, as well as those provided under "Loading" when mounting accessories. 1. Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the performance of your motorcycle. Carefully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce ground clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or control operation, or obscure lights or reflectors. 1 1-4

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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Loading
The total weight of the operator, passenger, accessories and cargo must not exceed the maximum load
limit of XVS650(C): 397 lb (180 kg)/XVS650A(C): 441 lb (200 kg). When loading within this weight limit,
keep the following in mind:
1.
Cargo and accessory weight should be kept as low and close to the motorcycle as possible. Make
sure to distribute the weight as evenly as possible on both sides of the motorcycle to minimize im-
balance or instability.
2.
Shifting weights can create a sudden imbalance. Make sure that accessories and cargo are secure-
ly attached to the motorcycle before riding. Check accessory mounts and cargo restraints frequent-
ly.
3.
Never attach any large or heavy items to the handlebar, front fork, or front fender. These items, in-
cluding such cargo as sleeping bags, duffel bags, or tents, can create unstable handling or slow
steering response.
Accessories
Genuine Yamaha accessories have been specifically designed for use on this motorcycle. Since
Yamaha cannot test all other accessories that may be available, you must personally be responsible for
the proper selection, installation and use of non-Yamaha accessories. Use extreme caution when select-
ing and installing any accessories.
Keep the following guidelines in mind, as well as those provided under “Loading” when mounting acces-
sories.
1.
Never install accessories or carry cargo that would impair the performance of your motorcycle.
Carefully inspect the accessory before using it to make sure that it does not in any way reduce
ground clearance or cornering clearance, limit suspension travel, steering travel or control opera-
tion, or obscure lights or reflectors.