16 SAFETY INFORMATION
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distributed equally on both sides of
the motorcycle. Avoid carrying bag-
gage that extends beyond the rear
of the motorcycle.
2. Baggage should be securely at-
tached. Make sure that the baggage
will not move around while you are
riding. Recheck baggage security
as often as possible (not while the
motorcycle is in motion) a n d adjust
as necessary.
3. Do no t carry heavy or bulky items
on a luggage rack. It is designed
for light items, and overloading can
affect handling due to changes in
weight distribution and aerodynamic
forces.
Accessories
1. Do not install accessories or carry
baggage that impairs the perfor-
mance of the motorcycle. Make
sure that you have not adversely
affected any lighting components,
road clearance, banking capability
(i.e., lean angle), control operation,
wheel travel, front fork movement,
or any other aspects of the motor-
cycle’s operation.
2. Weight attached to the handlebars
or front fork will increase the mas s
of the steering assembly and can
result in an unsafe riding condition.
3. Fairings, windshields, backrests,
and other large items have the ca-
pability o f adversely affecting stabil-
ity and handling of t he m otorcycle,
not only due to their weight, but
also due to the aerodynamic force