Polaris 2016 INDIAN Chief Classic - Manual (Page 16)

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Safety
Modifications
Modifying the motorcycle by removing any equipment or by
adding equipment not approved by the manufacturer may
void your warranty. Such modifications could make the
motorcycle unsafe to ride and could result in severe injury
to operator or passenger, as well as damage to the
motorcycle. Some modifications may not be legal in your
area of operation. If in doubt, contact your authorized
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer.
Parking the Motorcycle
When leaving the motorcycle unattended, turn the engine
off. Park the motorcycle where people are not likely to touch
the hot engine or exhaust system or place combustible
materials near these hot areas. Do not park near a
flammable source such as a kerosene heater or an open
flame, where hot components could ignite combustible
materials.
Park the motorcycle on a firm, level surface. Sloped or soft
surfaces may not support the motorcycle. If you must park
on a slope or soft surface, follow the precautions outlined on
page 87.
Saddlebags, Trunk and Other Storage
Whenever operating a motorcycle equipped with cargo
storage features such as saddlebags, a trunk, racks, glove
boxes or other storage compartments:
• Never ride at excessive speeds. Storage features and
cargo, combined with the lifting or buffeting effects of
wind, can make a motorcycle unstable and cause loss of
control.
• Distribute weight evenly on each side of the motorcycle.
• Do not exceed the individual weight limit of any
saddlebag, trunk or other storage compartment. Refer to
the storage capacity label located on or near the storage
feature. See page 20.
• NEVER EXCEED the GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING
(GVWR) or the GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR),
regardless of whether or not any storage feature is loaded
to capacity. Exceeding the weight rating can reduce
stability and handling and cause loss of control.
• Adjust ride height as needed. See pages 99-101.