Riding over the MAX load capacity - How bad is it really?
#11
Canada is further from the equator than the US so the force of gravity isn't as much of a factor there and thus they can have a slightly higher max load rating.
BTW, welcome aboard.
#13
You could also damage the trans by clutchless shifting too hard under too much power. 2nd gear gets the worst beating usually.
Anyway. Jump the preload clicker up on the shock a few notches, stay in the power band, ride smooth and no one should have a problem with the weight.
#14
Canada is further from the equator than the US so the force of gravity isn't as much of a factor there and thus they can have a slightly higher max load rating.
either way, I don't think it would have enough effect to actually justify a different rating. Its probably just something lost in translation from Metric to American that its less for the US.
Last edited by justasquid; 02-18-2011 at 04:02 PM.
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#18
i believe that Canada has a little higher standard to allow the Vechicle on the road than US. US standards are very low. thats why we are able to see cars that are have current registration but they are as dangerous (rust buckets) as a blind man behind wheel.
what im trying to get at... that maybe the bikes that are made for the state side are made a bit on a cheaper side.
on the other hand it might be just that government wouldnt let them bring anything state side until it meet theyre standards. and thats why we have the difference.
there could be million other explanations. it is what it is.
i think that your brother will be fine as long as he will keep in mind that he needs to keep it safe.
what im trying to get at... that maybe the bikes that are made for the state side are made a bit on a cheaper side.
on the other hand it might be just that government wouldnt let them bring anything state side until it meet theyre standards. and thats why we have the difference.
there could be million other explanations. it is what it is.
i think that your brother will be fine as long as he will keep in mind that he needs to keep it safe.
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