2010 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 950 Tourer Owners Manual - Page 31

INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU47060 Sidecases EWA12520 WARNING Improper loading or overloading can cause loss of control and possibly an accident or personal injury. See pages 1-1 and 7-15 for important loading and tire pressure information. G Always securely close the sidecases before riding. G Distribute weight evenly on each side of the motorcycle. G Do not exceed the load limit of 5 kg (11 lb) for each sidecase. G Do not exceed the maximum load of 190 kg (419 lb) for the vehicle. G Do not exceed 120 km/h (80 mi/h) when riding with luggage in the sidecases, otherwise handling could be affected. Improper loading, poor tire or overall motorcycle conditions, poor road surfaces or adverse weather conditions may make it necessary to further reduce the riding speed. To open a sidecase 1. Insert the key into the lock, turn it counterclockwise, and then push it in. To close a sidecase 1. Fold the sidecase lid down. 2. Turn the key clockwise, and then remove it. TIP G G 1 2 1. Sidecase lock 2. Unlock. 2. Fold the sidecase lid up. Push the lid down so that the latch snaps into place. Water can be harmful to untreated leather. Use Yamaha Saddle Soap or another quality brand according to the manufacturer's directions to clean the leather on the sidecases. Polish the dry leather with a soft cloth, and then treat with Yamaha Mink Oil or another high-quality leather protectant for increased water resistance. ECA13090 4 1 NOTICE To avoid locking the key in, never lock either sidecase and remove the key from the lock before closing the lid. 1. Storage compartment 4-13