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 6.8 kg (15 lb) in each saddlebag.
Saddlebag Speakers
The saddlebags and speakers are designed to prevent water intrusion and to allow water to drain during washing or riding in all weather. To remove any standing water from the speakers, open the saddlebags and gently shake any remaining water from the speakers.
Locking
Key: See Figure 1. Insert key. Rotate key one-quarter turn toward front of vehicle. Return key to center to remove key.
Power lock switch: See Controls and Indicators → POWER LOCKS → Power Lock Switches. With vehicle turned on, press the power lock switch in the fairing cap panel. The turn signals flash twice to indicate the vehicle is locked.
Key fob: See Controls and Indicators → POWER LOCKS → Key Fob. Press the LOCK button on the key fob. The turn signals flash twice to indicate the vehicle is locked.
Unlocking
Key: See Figure 1. Insert key. Rotate key one-quarter turn toward rear of vehicle. Return key to center to remove key.
Power lock switch: See Controls and Indicators → POWER LOCKS → Power Lock Switches. With vehicle turned on, press the power unlock switch in the fairing cap panel. The turn signals flash once to indicate the vehicle is unlocked.
Key fob: See Controls and Indicators → POWER LOCKS → Key Fob. Press the UNLOCK button on the key fob. The turn signals flash once to indicate the vehicle is unlocked.
Opening
  1. See Figure 1. Unlock saddlebag.
  2. Lift the saddlebag lever.
  3. Lift the lid from the inner side of the saddlebag.
Closing
  1. See Figure 1. Close the saddlebag lid.
  2. Push the lever down to engage the latches. Check that the lid is secure.
  3. Lock the saddlebag.
Removing
  1. See Figure 1. Open the saddlebag.
  2. See Figure 2. Turn the mounting screw levers counterclockwise to remove the mounting screws from the support bracket.
  3. Support the saddlebag and disconnect the audio connector.
    1. Right saddlebag: See Figure 3. Pull out the locking bar. Separate the connector.
    2. Left Saddlebag: See Figure 4. Pull out the locking bar. Separate the connector.
  4. Lift the saddlebag from the saddlebag rail.
NOTE
Do not drag or scrape saddlebags on the ground. Set saddlebags on a level surface to prevent tipping. Improper care can damage the saddlebags.
Installing
  1. See Figure 1. Carefully place saddlebag in position on saddlebag rail. Align the mounting grommets with the support bracket.
  2. Support the saddlebag. Connect the audio connector.
    1. Right saddlebag: See Figure 3. Install the connector. Snap in the locking bar.
    2. Left Saddlebag: See Figure 4. Install the connector. Snap in the locking bar.
    3. NOTE
    The rear mounting screw lever will interfere with the saddlebag cover unless positioned with lever pointed downward.
  3. See Figure 2. Install the mounting screws through the grommet into support bracket. Turning the lever clockwise, tighten the mounting screws so the levers are pointed downward between the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions as shown.
  4. Install the mounting screws through the grommet into bracket. Tighten so the lever is pointed downward between the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions as shown.
  5. Check that the saddlebag is secure.
  6. Close and lock the saddlebag.
1Saddlebag lock
2Unlock position (toward rear)
3Lock position (toward front)
4Lever
Figure 1. Saddlebag
1Mounting screw with lever
2Saddlebag rail
3Support bracket
Figure 2. Saddlebag Removal/Installation
Figure 3. Right Connector Locking Bar
Figure 4. Left Connector Locking Bar