WARNINGSee ACCESSORIES AND CARGO section within the SAFETY FIRST 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. (00021c)
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)
The saddlebags are fastened to the bike at several points, each by an integral frame. Two saddlebags with attached brackets are mounted on each side of the rear fender. Each saddlebag is mounted to the fender brace and the frame of the motorcycle. Each saddlebag bracket supports the saddlebags and is mounted to the fender brace and the motorcycle frame.
Removal
- See Figure 1. Unbuckle the saddlebag straps.
- Use one hand to support the saddlebag and another hand to unscrew the flange locknuts from the saddlebag bracket.
- Remove flange locknuts, washers, acorn nuts, and the saddlebag from the fender brace.
Installation
| 1. | See Figure 1. Place the saddlebag in position with the mounting holes on the fender brace. | |
| 2. | Push the bag hanger studs, washers and flange locknuts through the saddlebag mounting holes, saddlebag frame and fender brace as shown. | |
| 3. | Tighten fasteners to 13.6–16.3 N·m (120–144 in-lbs). | |
| 4. | Buckle saddlebag straps. |
WARNINGDo 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)
For proper saddlebag maintenance, see Accessories Maintenance → Leather Care.
| 1 | Quick disconnects |
| 2 | Buckle |
| 3 | Flange locknuts and washers |
| 4 | Bag hanger studs |
| 5 | Fender brace |
| 6 | Saddlebag frame |
Figure 1. Saddlebag Assembly: FLSTC Shown