General

WARNING

Improper loading of cargo or installation of accessories can affect motorcycle stability and handling, which could result in death or serious injury. (00099a)

Take notice of the following precautions when using your saddlebags.

Keep cargo weight concentrated close to the motorcycle and as low as possible to minimize the change in the center of gravity.
Distribute weight evenly on both sides of the vehicle.
Do not load bulky items too far behind the rider or add weight to the handlebars or front forks.
Do not exceed 9.1 kg (20 lb) maximum load in each saddlebag.

NOTE

Police models (except international) feature quick release fasteners called bail head studs that allow rapid saddlebag removal and installation.

International models do not have the wire form bail. Use a flat bladed screwdriver to turn studs on international models.

Opening and Closing

To open the saddlebag, rotate the knob on the top of the lid in a counterclockwise direction and lift. Lid will open outwards.

To close the saddlebag, close the lid and rotate the knob counterclockwise until it stops.

Removal

Open saddlebag.
Grasp bail wire inside saddlebag and rotate each stud a full 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
Remove bail head studs with flat washers.
Remove saddlebag.

Installation

Position saddlebag on vehicle. Verify that molded rubber insert on saddlebag fits snugly on lower saddlebag support rail. If saddlebag is not fully seated, loosen bolts securing mounting brackets to saddlebag support and frame.
Install bail head studs.
1. Place flat washers on bail head studs.
2. With groove at end of stud held in a horizontal position, insert stud through holes in saddlebag and front mounting bracket.
3. When groove engages wire form of spring plate on inboard side of bracket, turn stud clockwise a full 1/4 turn until it snaps into place.
4. Install remaining bail head stud in the same manner.
If loosed previously, tighten bolts securing mounting brackets to saddlebag support and frame.
Close saddlebag.