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 6.8 kg (15 lb) in each saddlebag.
Saddlebag Speakers
The saddlebags and speakers are designed to prevent water intrusion and to allow water to drain during washing or riding in all weather. To remove any standing water from the speakers, open the saddlebags and gently shake any remaining water from the speakers.
Lock
See Figure 1. Insert key. Rotate key one-quarter turn toward front of vehicle. Return key to center to remove key.
Unlock
See Figure 1. Insert key. Rotate key one-quarter turn toward rear of vehicle. Return key to center to remove key.
Open
  1. See Figure 1. Unlock saddlebag.
  2. Lift the saddlebag lever.
  3. Lift the lid from the inner side of the saddlebag.
Close
  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.
Removal
  1. See Figure 1. Open the saddlebag.
    2. NOTE
    Some vehicles have mounting studs with a wire form "bail" for easy removal by hand. International models require a flat blade screwdriver.
  2. See Figure 2. Rotate the mounting studs one-quarter turn counterclockwise to disengage the saddlebag from the mounting bracket.
  3. Support the saddlebag. Disconnect the audio connector.
    1. Right saddlebag: See Figure 3. Pull out the locking bar. Separate the connector.
    2. Left Saddlebag: See Figure 4. Pull out the locking bar. Separate the connector.
  4. 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. Improper care can damage the saddlebags.
Installation
  1. See Figure 1. Carefully place saddlebag in position on saddlebag rail and align the mounting studs with the support bracket.
  2. Support the saddlebag. Connect the audio connector.
    1. Right saddlebag: See Figure 3. Install the connector. Snap in the locking bar.
    2. Left Saddlebag: See Figure 4. Install the connector. Snap in the locking bar.
  3. See Figure 2 and Figure 5. Push in the mounting studs. Rotate studs one-quarter turn clockwise to mount the saddlebag to the bracket.
  4. Check that the saddlebag is secure.
  5. Close and lock the saddlebag.
1Saddlebag lock
2Unlock position (toward rear)
3Lock position (toward front)
4Lever
Figure 1. Saddlebag
1Mounting studs
2Saddlebag rail
Figure 2. Saddlebag Removal/Installation
Figure 3. Right Connector Locking Bar
Figure 4. Left Connector Locking Bar
Figure 5. Mounting Stud Installation (cutaway view)