Polaris 2002 Victory Touring Cruiser - Manual (Page 26)

Safety Precautions
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Use the following guidelines when attaching cargo or accessories to the motorcycle. Where applicable, these
guidelines refer to accessories and their contents.
S Keep cargo and accessory weight to a minimum, and keep it as close to the motorcycle as possible, to
minimize a change in the motorcycle’s center of gravity. Changing the center of gravity can lessen
stability and handling and could cause you to lose control of the motorcycle.
S Distribute weight evenly on both sides of the motorcycle. Maintain even weight distribution by checking
accessories and cargo to make sure they are securely attached to the motorcycle before riding and
whenever you take a break while riding. Uneven weight distribution, or accessories or cargo that shift
suddenly while you are riding, can make the motorcycle hard to handle and cause you to lose control of
the motorcycle.
S Do not attach large or heavy cargo such as sleeping bags, duffle bags, or tents to the handlebars, front fork
area, or front fender. If you add accessories to the handlebars or the front fork area, they must be as small
and as lightweight as possible. Cargo or accessories placed in any of these areas can cause instability due
to improper weight distribution or aerodynamic changes, and can cause you to lose control of the
motorcycle. Such items can also block airflow to the engine and could cause overheating that can damage
the engine.
S Do not exceed the maximum cargo weight limit of any accessory (see accessory instructions and labels),
and do not attach cargo to an accessory not designed for that purpose, as either of these could result in an
accessory failure that could cause you to lose control of the motorcycle.
S Except for highway footrests, do not attach anything else to the highway bar.