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OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
Your ATV has been designed to carry or tow a certain amount of load.
Always read and understand the load distribution warning labels on the
vehicle, and never exceed the weight capacities outlined in the specifi-
cations section of the owner's manual and on the safety decals.
WARNING
Overloading the vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly can alter
vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake instability.
• Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle.
• Do not obstruct the headlight when loading the front rack.
• Cargo should be properly distributed and carried as low and forward in the
cargo box as possible.
• Reduce speed and allow a greater distance for braking.
• Use extreme caution when applying brakes with a loaded
• vehicle. Avoid terrain or situations that may require backing downhill.
• Always attach the tow load to the hitch point.
• Do not tow any trailer on a grade steeper than 15
°
.
• Vehicle should never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) while towing a load on a
level surface. Vehicle speed should never exceed 5 mph (8 kph) when
towing loads in rough terrain, while cornering, or while ascending or
descending a hill.
Maximum Cargo Capacities (Level Ground)
Total Cargo
875 lbs. (397 kg)
Front Rack Cargo
75 lbs. (34 kg)
Cargo Box
800 lbs. (363 kg)
Maximum Towing Capacities
Towed Load (level ground)
1500 lbs. (681 kg)
Towed Load (up to 15
°
incline)
850 lbs. (386 kg)
Vertical Hitch Weight
150 lbs. (68 kg)
Towing Grade
15
°