NOTICE

Check that saddlebag frame(s) are fully seated and tightly secured with mounting hardware. Failure to do so could result in the saddlebags becoming detached and/or damaged. (00171b)

WARNING

Do not exceed saddlebag weight capacity. Put equal weight in each bag. Too much weight in saddlebags can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00383a)

NOTE

Maximum saddlebag weight capacity is 6.80 kg (15 lb) in each saddlebag.

Opening

1.	See Figure 1. Unlock saddlebag. a. Insert key into lock (1) and rotate one-quarter turn counterclockwise. b. Remove key.
2.	Lift latch lever (2).
3.	Open saddlebag by pulling outer clamshell (3) away from inner clamshell.

Closing

1.	See Figure 1. Close saddlebag. a. Close clamshell by lifting outer clamshell (3). b. While holding saddlebag outer clamshell closed lower latch lever (2).
2.	Lock saddlebag. a. Insert key into lock (1) and rotate one-quarter turn clockwise. b. Remove key.

Removal

1.	See Figure 1. Open saddlebag outer clamshell (3).
2.	Pull out and turn lock knob (4) to the unlocked position (5).
3.	Close saddlebag outer clamshell and lower latch lever (2).
4.	See Figure 3. Slide saddlebag rearward to disengage the saddlebag docking rod (4) from the mounting bracket grommet (5).
5.	Lift saddlebag outward away from motorcycle.

Installation

1.	See Figure 1. Open saddlebag outer clamshell (3).
2.	Pull out and turn lock knob (4) to the unlocked position (5).
3.	See Figure 2 and Figure 3. Place saddlebag mounting bracket (2) on mounting studs (3) while aligning the saddlebag docking rod (4) with the mounting bracket grommet (5). Slide saddlebag completely forward.
4.	NOTE Indicator flag is for showing when lock knob is unlocked only. Do not use indicator flag (1) to lock or unlock saddlebag from motorcycle. Rotate lock knob to the locked position until a click is heard. Without pulling out on the knob, verify that knob cannot rotate back to the unlocked position.
5.	Verify the indicator flag (1) is not showing and saddlebag is securely fastened.
6.	Pull saddlebag rearward to verify it is secure.
7.	Close saddlebag.

WARNING

Do not allow passenger to use saddlebags as grab handles. Failure to use a grab strap, designed for passengers to hold onto when riding, could result in death or serious injury. (00081a)

WARNING

See the Accessories and Cargo section in your owner's manual. Improper cargo loading or accessory installation can cause component failure and adversely affect stability, handling and performance, which could result in death or serious injury. (00021b)

For proper saddlebag loading, see the Accessories and Cargo section of Safety First → Safe Operating Rules.

1	Lock
2	Latch lever
3	Outer clamshell
4	Lock knob
5	Unlocked position
6	Locked position

Figure 1. Saddlebag Lock Knob

1	Indicator flag (unlocked position)
2	Mounting bracket
3	Mounting stud (2)
4	Docking rod
5	Mounting bracket grommet

Figure 2. Saddlebag Mounting Bracket

1	Indicator flag (unlocked position)
4	Docking rod
5	Mounting bracket grommet

Figure 3. Saddlebag Docking Rod