Removal
  1. See Figure 1. Reach under front end of tailsection. Press the two seat tabs inward.
  2. Pull front of seat upward to disengage seat from the front end of the tailsection.
  3. Pull seat forward over fuel tank.
NOTE
  • When removing the seat, verify that the mounting bracket under the seat is tightly secured to the seat bottom.
  • Check for loose or missing rivets.
  • Inspect passenger strap for damage or excessive wear. The passenger strap is not sold separately. Replace entire seat if the strap is damaged.
Figure 1. Front Seat Tabs (under tailsection): XR 1200X
Installation
  1. See Figure 2. Align the guides in the seat bracket with the seat posts. Place rear of seat into tailsection.
  2. Push down on front of seat until the two tabs engage the front end of tailsection.
WARNING
After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift causing loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00070b)
1Seat
2Seat tabs
3Seat posts
4Passenger pillion
5Pillion tabs
6Pillion seat post
Figure 2. Seat and Pillion: XR 1200X