2005 Polaris Touring Cruiser Owners Manual - Page 20

2005 Polaris Touring Cruiser Manual

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SAFETY Saddlebags When operating a motorcycle with saddlebags: S Never ride at speeds exceeding 80 mph (120 km/h). Depending on load and weather conditions, the maximum safe operating speed may be less than 80 mph (120 km/h). Saddlebags, combined with the lifting or buffeting effects of wind, can make the motorcycle unstable and cause loss of control. S Distribute weight evenly in each of the saddlebags. S Do not exceed the maximum cargo weight limit of the saddlebags. Leather saddlebags = 7 lbs. (3.2 kg) each Lockable hard saddlebags = 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) each S Do not exceed the motorcycle's gross vehicle weight rating. Exceeding the weight rating can reduce stability and handling and cause loss of control. Transporting the Motorcycle If you must transport the motorcycle: S Use a truck or trailer. Do not tow the motorcycle with another vehicle, as towing will impair the motorcycle's steering and handling, which can cause loss of control. S Position and restrain the motorcycle so it remains upright on the truck or trailer, as gasoline may leak out of the fuel tank if the motorcycle leans to one side. Gasoline is a fire hazard and it can also damage the motorcycle's finish. S Do not restrain the motorcycle using the handlebars. Place tie-downs around the fork tubes above the lower triple clamp. 17

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SAFETY
Saddlebags
When operating a motorcycle with saddlebags:
S
Never ride at speeds exceeding 80 mph (120 km/h). Depending on load and weather conditions, the maximum
safe operating speed may be less than 80 mph (120 km/h). Saddlebags, combined with the lifting or buffeting
effects of wind, can make the motorcycle unstable and cause loss of control.
S
Distribute weight evenly in each of the saddlebags.
S
Do not exceed the maximum cargo weight limit of the saddlebags.
Leather saddlebags = 7 lbs. (3.2 kg) each
Lockable hard saddlebags = 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) each
S
Do not exceed the motorcycle’s gross vehicle weight rating. Exceeding the weight rating can reduce stability and
handling and cause loss of control.
Transporting the Motorcycle
If you must transport the motorcycle:
S
Use a truck or trailer. Do not tow the motorcycle with another vehicle, as towing will impair the motorcycle’s
steering and handling, which can cause loss of control.
S
Position and restrain the motorcycle so it remains upright on the truck or trailer, as gasoline may leak out of the
fuel tank if the motorcycle leans to one side. Gasoline is a fire hazard and it can also damage the motorcycle’s
finish.
S
Do not restrain the motorcycle using the handlebars. Place tie-downs around the fork tubes above the lower triple
clamp.