2011 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 Owners Manual - Page 73

2011 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 Manual

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OPERATION Hauling Cargo Never exceed the weight capacities specified for your ATV on warning labels and in the specifications sec2/3 tion of this manual. 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. 1/3 Towing Loads Always attach a towed load to the hitch point. Remove the hitch from the ATV when not towing a trailer. 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. • The total load (operator, accessories, cargo and weight on hitch) must not exceed the maximum weight capacity of the vehicle. NOTICE: 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 4" (10 cm). Never install automotive accessories on your POLARIS ATV. Always install POLARIS-approved (or equivalent) accessories designed for ATV use. Maximum 4" (10 cm) Maximum Towing Capacities Do not exceed the following maximum capacities when towing. Avoid towing on inclines. 550 Maximum Towed Load (Level Ground) Maximum Vertical Hitch Weight 1500 lbs. (680 kg) 150 lbs. (68 kg) 850 1500 lbs. (680 kg) 150 lbs. (68 kg) 69

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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
Never exceed the weight capacities
specified for your ATV on warning
labels and in the specifications sec-
tion of this manual.
Cargo weight should be evenly dis-
tributed (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. Remove the hitch from
the ATV when not towing a trailer. 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.
°
The total load (operator, accessories, cargo and weight on hitch) must
not exceed the maximum weight capacity of the vehicle.
NOTICE:
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 4" (10 cm). Never install
automotive accessories on your
POLARIS ATV. Always install
POLARIS-approved (or equivalent)
accessories designed for ATV use.
Maximum Towing Capacities
Do not exceed the following maximum capacities when towing. Avoid
towing on inclines.
550
850
Maximum Towed Load (Level Ground)
1500 lbs. (680 kg)
1500 lbs. (680 kg)
Maximum Vertical Hitch Weight
150 lbs. (68 kg)
150 lbs. (68 kg)
1/3
2/3
Maximum
4" (10 cm)