Polaris 2002 Victory Touring Cruiser - Manual (Page 24)

Safety Precautions
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Protective Apparel (continued)
S Wear heavy boots and pants to prevent or reduce abrasions, lacerations, or burns that you can suffer if you
fall. Wear boots with low heels because boots with high heels can catch on pedals or footrests. The
combination of your boots and pants should completely cover your legs, ankles, and feet, protecting you
from engine and exhaust system heat. The engine and exhaust system get hot soon after the engine is
started, and stay hot for about half an hour after the engine is turned off.
S Do not wear loose, flowing clothing or long boot laces, as they can catch on components like handlebars,
levers, or footrests, or get caught in the wheels, causing you to lose control of the motorcycle.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
Gross vehicle weight is the total weight of the motorcycle, the operator, and the passenger.
S The weight of the motorcycle includes: the motorcycle and all its fluids; any accessories and their
contents; and any additional cargo on the motorcycle.
S The weight of the operator or passenger includes: body weight, all apparel, and objects in or on apparel.
Do not exceed the motorcycle’s gross vehicle weight rating. Exceeding the weight rating can reduce stability
and handling and could cause you to lose control of the motorcycle.
For the gross vehicle weight rating of your specific Victory model, see Specifications or the certification label
on the steering head.