Opening
  1. See Figure 1. Unlock the saddlebag latch using the ignition key.
  2. Place fingers under the latch and lift.
  3. Lift the outside edge of the cover and gently push the cover in toward the motorcycle to disengage the cover from the catch on the inner side of the saddlebag.
  4. Lift the inside edge of the cover and swing it over the saddlebag to open.
  5. As you swing the cover outward, let it flip over so the inside faces up. Let the cover rest against rub bars and nylon check strap.
NOTE
The saddlebag lids are designed to stay attached to the bags at all times.
Closing
  1. See Figure 1. Raise the outside edge of the cover and swing it over the saddlebag.
  2. Push the latch to secure the saddlebag. The cover will engage the catch on the inner side of the saddlebag.
NOTE
The saddlebag latch should be closed and locked whenever the motorcycle is in operation.
Removing
  1. See Figure 3. Inside the saddlebag, pull the knob outward and rotate to the UNLOCK position.
  2. See Figure 2. Hold the saddlebag and slide it toward the rear of the motorcycle to remove it from the three docking posts.
NOTE
Saddlebags may be easily tipped if not secured in the upright position. The right saddlebag has a larger cavity along the bottom to accommodate the brackets for the exhaust system. Place saddlebags on a level surface, preferably supported against a wall or other surface. Avoid dragging the saddlebags on the ground to prevent scratches.
Installing
NOTE
If the docking bushings on the saddlebag are damaged or missing, install new bushings before mounting the saddlebags on the motorcycle.
  1. See Figure 2. With the knob in the UNLOCK position, slide the saddlebag on to the motorcycle, engaging the saddlebag brackets to the three docking posts on the side of the motorcycle.
  2. See Figure 3. Pull the knob outward and rotate to the LOCK position until the knob snaps into place.
  3. Check that the saddlebag is secure on all three docking posts and the locking latch is secure. Gently pull the saddlebag to the rear to check that it is secure on the motorcycle.
1Latch
2Lock knob
Figure 1. Saddlebag: FLD Model
1Docking posts
2Saddlebag brackets (with docking bushings)
Figure 2. Saddlebag Installation: FLD Model
1Lock
2Unlock
Figure 3. Saddlebag Lock Knob: FLD Model