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)
WARNING
Do not operate motorcycle without saddlebags attached because they contain side and/or rear reflectors. Motorcycle operation without reflectors can violate local regulations and lead to decreased visibility of the motorcycle to other motorists, which could result in death or serious injury. (12904a)
NOTE
Maximum saddlebag weight capacity is 6.8 kg (15 lb) in each saddlebag.
Locking
See Figure 1. Insert key. Rotate key one-quarter turn toward front of vehicle. Return key to center to remove key.
Unlocking
See Figure 1. Insert key. Rotate key one-quarter turn toward rear of vehicle. Return key to center to remove key.
Opening
  1. See Figure 1. Unlock saddlebag.
  2. Lift the saddlebag lever (3).
  3. Lift the lid from the inner side of the saddlebag.
Closing
  1. See Figure 1. Close the saddlebag lid.
  2. Push the lever (3) down to engage the latches. Check that the lid is secure.
  3. Lock the saddlebag.
Remove
  1. See Figure 1. Open the saddlebag.
  2. See Figure 2. Turn the mounting screw levers (1) counterclockwise to remove the mounting screws from the support bracket.
  3. Lift the saddlebag from the saddlebag rail.
NOTE
Do not drag or scrape saddlebags on the ground. Improper care can damage the saddlebags.
Install
  1. See Figure 2. Carefully place saddlebag in position on saddlebag rail (3). Align the mounting grommets with the support bracket (2).
  2. See Figure 2. Install the mounting screws (1) through the grommets into support bracket (2). Turning the levers clockwise, tighten the mounting screws so the levers are pointed downward between the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions as shown.
    3. NOTE
    The rear mounting screw lever will interfere with the saddlebag cover unless positioned with lever pointed downward.
  3. Check that the saddlebag is secure.
  4. Close and lock the saddlebag.
1Unlock position (toward rear)
2Lock position (toward front)
3Lever
4Saddlebag lock
Figure 1. Saddlebag
1Mounting screw with lever (2)
2Support bracket
3Saddlebag rail
Figure 2. Saddlebag Removal/Installation