Kuryakyn 7647 TRAILER HITCH FOR GL1800 - Manual (Page 4)

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WARNING! MOTORCYCLE PERFORMANCE IS ALWAYS AFFECTED BY ADDING A TRAILER
TO
A MOTORCYCLE. ALWAYS RIDE IN A CONSERVATIVE AND SAFETY
CONSCIENCE MANNER WHEN TOWING A TRAILER WITH A MOTORCYCLE.
REMEMBER:
1. We recommend only trailers from reputable suppliers, designed for motorcycle towing, and
with a proven history of good handling. TOWING A TRAILER WITH POOR HANDLING CAN
RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH FROM AN ACCIDENT.
2.
Tow only those trailers equipped with a 1-7/8” coupler to match the 1-7/8” ball supplied with the
hitch.
3. When connecting to trailer, always make sure ball is tight on hitch, and that coupler is tight on
ball. When connecting to trailers equipped with hand wheel couplers, hand-tighten only. Do not
tighten with a wrench. Periodically, check these areas for tightness.
4. Always use approved safety chains, and have them securely attached. Cross the safety chains
under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated
from the hitch. Always leave just enough slack so that you can turn without binding. And, NEVER
allow safety chains to drag on the ground.
5. Gross Vehicle Weight, tongue weight, tire pressure and suspension settings MUST COMPLY with
the motorcycle and motorcycle trailer manufacturers recommendations. OVERLOADING YOUR
MOTORCYCLE AND/OR TRAILER CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
6. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out on an extended ride,
get to know your rig. Check the trailer hitch, coupler, safety chains, electrical connector, lights
and tires. When pulling a trailer with a motorcycle, extra distance must be allowed for
stopping, and a slower speed MUST BE USED when cornering and in inclement weather.
The motorcycle and trailer combination is now longer, so allow more passing distance. Reduce
speed when traveling downhill (may have to downshift). USE EXTRA CAUTION AND DON’T
EXCEED YOUR RIDING CAPABILITIES. During the trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lights are still working.
7. The coupler is susceptible to physical damage when trailer is parked. Prop tongue off ground when
trailer is not in use. Carefully inspect coupler for damage or missing parts before each
hook-up.
8. If trailer sways or bounces while towing, SLOW DOWN BY REDUCING SPEED GRADUALLY and
STOP TOWING IMMEDIATELY. Unless cause can be determined, i.e., shifted load, low tire
pressure etc., which can be corrected, DO NOT RESUME TOWING.
9. If motorcycle is involved in an accident or spill, with or without trailer attached, the hitch and all
attachment points and components on the motorcycle must be inspected for physical
damage before towing.
10.
Periodically, inspect hitch to insure it is not bent or cracked and check tightness of all
hardware relating to trailer hitch assembly and trailer.
11. Never exceed posted speed limits for vehicles pulling trailers which can be different than
non-towing vehicles.
12. Many states exclude, by law, vehicles towing trailers from the left hand, or so called fast lanes.
Ride On!
TRAILER HITCH for GL 1800
INSTALLATION