Some models have fairing lowers. The fairing lowers provide an extra level of riding comfort by blocking wind and water from the rider's legs.
Compartment
WARNING
Improper loading of cargo or installation of accessories can affect motorcycle stability and handling, which could result in death or serious injury.
  • Keep cargo weight concentrated close to the motorcycle and as low as possible to minimize the change in the motorcycle's center of gravity.
  • Distribute weight evenly on both sides of the vehicle.
  • Do not load bulky items too far behind the rider or add weight to the handlebars or front forks.
  • Do not exceed maximum load capacity stated on the label for bags, luggage, and racks, if equipped. Combined load of luggage rack and Tour-Pak must not exceed load capacity on the label within the Tour-Pak.
  • Do not exceed the maximum load capacity stated within the media compartment, when indicated and if equipped.
  • Check that cargo is secure. The cargo cannot shift while riding. Periodically recheck load.
  • Close and lock luggage before riding or leaving the vehicle unattended.
  • Accessories that change the operator's riding position may increase reaction time and affect handling of the motorcycle.
  • Items with large surface areas, such as fairings, windshields, backrests and luggage racks (if equipped) can adversely affect stability and handling.
(14717c)
Open:See Figure 1. Push in at top of storage door (1) to release latch. Door is spring loaded to open.
Close: Firmly push storage door shut until latch engages.
Keep storage door closed while riding to prevent items from falling out. Remove valuable items from the compartment before leaving the vehicle unattended.
Vent Door
See Figure 1. The fairing lower vent door (3) can be adjusted to direct airflow for rider and passenger comfort. Rotate the vent door lever (2) to adjust or close the vent door.
NOTE
  • Adjust vent doors with vehicle parked.
  • For best results in warm weather conditions, begin with vent fully open and adjust for desired airflow.
1Storage door
2Vent door lever
3Vent door
Figure 1. Fairing Lowers: Center-Cooled Models