downtube in some destinations.
Refer to weight tables. See Specifications.
Do not pull a trailer with a motorcycle. Pulling a trailer can
cause tire overload, damage and failure, reduced braking
performance, and adversely affect stability and handling,
which could result in death or serious injury. (00018c)
Accessories and Cargo Guidelines
The following guidelines should be used when equipping a motorcycle, carrying passengers
and/or cargo.
Travel at speeds appropriate for road and conditions and
never travel faster than posted speed limit. Excessive
speed can cause loss of vehicle control, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00008a)
Do not exceed the legal speed limit or drive too fast for existing conditions. Always reduce
speed when poor driving conditions exist. High speed increases the influence of any other
condition affecting stability and increases the possibility of loss of control.
Pay strict attention to road surfaces and wind conditions, and keep both hands on the
handlebar grips at all times when riding the motorcycle. Any two wheeled vehicle may be
subject to upsetting forces such as wind blasts from passing trucks, holes in the pavement,
rough road surfaces, rider control error, and so on. These forces may influence the handling
characteristics of your motorcycle. If you experience these conditions, reduce speed and
guide the motorcycle with a relaxed grip to a controlled condition. Do not brake abruptly or
force the handlebar. This may aggravate an unstable condition.
Keep cargo weight concentrated close to the motorcycle and as low as possible. This
minimizes the change in the motorcycle's center of gravity.
Distribute weight evenly on both sides of the vehicle.
Do not load bulky items too far behind the rider or add weight to the handlebars or front
forks.
Do not exceed maximum specified load in each saddlebag.
Luggage racks are designed for lightweight items. Do not overload racks.
Be sure cargo is secure and will not shift while riding and recheck the cargo periodically.
Accessories that change the operator's riding position may increase reaction time and affect
handling of the motorcycle.
Additional electrical equipment may overload the motorcycle's electrical system possibly
resulting in electrical system and/or component failure.
Front and/or rear guard(s) can provide limited leg and
cosmetic vehicle protection under unique circumstances.
(Fall over while stopped, very slow speed slide.) It is not
made or intended to provide protection from bodily injury
in a collision with another vehicle or any other object.
(00022b)
Large surfaces such as fairings, windshields, backrests, and luggage racks can have an
adverse effect on stability and handling.
Only properly installed Genuine Harley Davidson accessories designed specifically for your
motorcycle model should be used.
Pay particular attention to the weights of accessories, cargo, riding gear, passenger and
rider and how the sum total of all these weights affect the loading capacity of your
motorcycle.
Harley Davidson parts and accessories are designed for
