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)
Removal
- See Figure 1. Unbuckle the saddlebag straps.
- Use one hand to support the saddlebag and another hand to remove the flanged locknuts and washers (1) from the saddlebag mounting studs (2).
- Remove acorn nut and washer (5) and the saddlebag from the saddlebag mounting bracket (4).
- If operating the motorcycle without the saddlebags, remove and store the nylon retaining washer (6) and the carriage bolt (7) from the saddlebag mounting bracket.
Installation
| 1. | See Figure 1. If removed, install the saddlebag mount carriage bolt (7) and retaining washer (6). | |
| 2. | Align the saddlebag with the mounting holes on the fender support. | |
| 3. | Push the mounting studs (2) through the saddlebag mounting holes. | |
| 4. | Install fasteners: a. Install flanged locknuts and washers (1). b. Install washer and acorn nut (5) over the saddlebag mounting bracket. c. Tighten to 20.3–24.4 N·m (15–18 ft-lbs). | |
| 5. | 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 Care and Cleaning → Leather and Vinyl Care.
| 1 | Flanged locknuts and washers |
| 2 | Mounting studs |
| 3 | Fender support |
| 4 | Saddlebag mounting bracket |
| 5 | Acorn nut and washer |
| 6 | Retaining washer |
| 7 | Carriage bolt |
Figure 1. Saddlebag Assembly: FLSTC