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 9.1 kg (20 lb) in each saddlebag.
Opening
  1. See Figure 1. Unlock saddlebag lock with the key.
  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. Rotate the mounting studs 1/4 turn counterclockwise to disengage the saddlebag from the mounting bracket.
    3. NOTE
    Some vehicles have mounting studs with a wire form "bail" for easy removal by hand. International models require a flat blade screwdriver.
  3. 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. Saddlebags with a curved bottom will not rest upright on the ground. Improper care can damage the saddlebags.
Installing
  1. See Figure 1. Carefully place saddlebag in position on saddlebag rail and align the mounting studs with the support bracket.
  2. See Figure 2. Push in the mounting studs and rotate 1/4 turn clockwise to mount the saddlebag to the bracket. The mounting stud must securely engage the wireform clip as shown in Figure 3.
  3. Check that the saddlebag is secure on the motorcycle.
  4. Close and lock the saddlebag.
1Saddlebag lock
2Unlock position (toward rear of vehicle)
3Lock position (toward front of vehicle)
4Lever
Figure 1. Saddlebag
1Mounting studs
2Saddlebag rail
Figure 2. Saddlebag Removal/Installation
Figure 3. Mounting Stud Installation (cutaway view)