• and should be kept to a minimum.
Bulky or large accessories may se-
riously aect the stability of the
motorcycle due to aerodynamic ef-
fects. Wind may attempt to lift the
motorcycle, or the motorcycle may
become unstable in cross winds.
These accessories may also cause
instability when passing or being
passed by large vehicles.
• Certain accessories can displace
the operator from his or her nor-
mal riding position. This improper
position limits the freedom of mo-
vement of the operator and may
limit control ability, therefore, such
accessories are not recommended.
• Use caution when adding electrical ac-
cessories. If electrical accessories exceed
the capacity of the motorcycle’s electri-
cal system, an electric failure could re-
sult, which could cause a dangerous loss
of lights or engine power.
Aftermarket Tires and Rims
The tires and rims that came with your motor-
cycle were designed to match the performan-
ce capabilities and to provide the best combi-
nation of handling, braking, and comfort.
Other tires, rims, sizes, and combinations may
not be appropriate. Refer to page 6-16 for tire
specications and more information on repla-
cing your tires.
Transporting the Motorcycle
Be sure to observe following instructions be-
fore transporting the motorcycle in another
vehicle.
• Remove all loose items from the motor-
cycle.
• Check that the fuel cock (if equipped) is
in the “ ” position and that there are no
fuel leaks.
• Point the front wheel straight ahead on
the trailer or in the truck bed, and choke
it in a rail to prevent movement.
• Shift the transmission in gear (for mo-
dels with a manual transmission).
• Secure the motorcycle with tie-downs or
suitable straps that are attached to solid
parts of the motorcycle, such as the fra-
me or upper front fork triple clamp (and
not, for example, to rubber-mounted
handlebars or turn signals, or parts that
could break). Choose the location for the
straps carefully so the straps will not rub
against painted surfaces during tran-
sport.
• The suspension should be compressed
somewhat by the tie-downs, if possible,
so that the motorcycle will not bounce
excessively during transport.
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