READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE STARTING!
You are responsible for the correct installation and safe use of this bag. Seek qualified instruction if you are uncertain about its capabilities and
limitations or if you need help with installation. Use of the bag in a manner other than its intended purpose or contradictory to the warnings and
instruction provided could cause loss of control of your motorcycle, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Do not use this bag if any part of the mounting system has deteriorated, loosened or is beginning to fail. If you have any doubts as to the
security of bag’s installation, stop using it.
You must mount saddlebags properly and securely before riding motorcycle. Failure to do so could result in damage to the saddlebag and
motorcycle. For every installation, it is critical that the saddlebags are securely mounted so that it can not shift during operation and that no
part of the bag or the mounting system can touch any moving part of the motorcycle, the drive train or controls during operation.
Additional, bolt-on saddlebag supports are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to keep saddlebags from moving, contacting or interfering with shocks,
swing arm, brakes and wheel. We recommend our S4 Universal saddlebag supports available through your local dealer.
Saddlebags must be tied down and secured to a solid part of the motorcycle to prevent any movement during operation.
Do not exceed 10 pounds total weight of each saddlebag, contents and attachments or the load limits of the motorcycle as specified in
the owner’s manual supplied with the bike or from the bike manufacturer.
After every stop check the bags to be certain that twist locks are still engaged and that bags have not shifted while riding and verify that the
straps will not contact or interfere with any part of the drive train, suspension, brakes or wheels.
When the bag is removed, all loose straps must be removed from the motorcycle, or secured, so that they do not contact or interfere with any
part of the drive train, suspension, brakes or wheels before operating the motorcycle.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THESE SADDLEBAGS IF....
……you do not understand these instructions, the warning label attached inside the bag or how to safely and securely mount these bags,
please SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP at your qualified motorcycle dealer or by calling SADDLEMEN at 310-638-1222
Motorcycling is an inherently dangerous activity. Installation of any accessory, including this bag, can add to the danger if it is not installed
safely. You must install this product in a manner in which it will not contact any part of the drive train, suspension or steering, or interfere
with any operation of the motorcycle. If you do not know how to do this, or have any doubts as to your ability, please see a qualified
motorcycle mechanic.
PARTS LIST
2
-Saddlebags
1
- Split yoke, includes nylon strap with D-rings
2
-side release buckle keys (
Desperado, Drifter
)
2
-Locks w/Keys (
Cruis’n &
Face Pouch Models
)
2-
Rubber Plugs (
Installed
)
1
-Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Saddlemen Express saddlebags mount over the back seat or rear fender of most
motorcycles, with one saddlebag on each side of the motorcycle and the mounting
yoke resting on the fender or seat. Both saddlebags must be securely mounted and
tied down in a manner that does not interfere with any part of the motorcycle’s
operation, including turn signals, tail or brake lights, or the suspension or drive train.
2.
We HIGHLY RECOMMEND that your bike is equipped with saddlebag supports
(Saddlemen’s S4 supports, Fig. A, available at your dealer, or comparable
supports). If saddlebag supports are not available for your bike, use Saddlemen
part #5108 Saddlebag Tie Down Kit, or comparable, to connect the two loops
located at the ends of each saddlebag bottom to your bike’s frame.
3.
Your saddlebags must be at least two inches clear of any exhaust pipe, while
stationary and moving. For height adjustment of the bags, separate the two yoke
halves and reposition them. Adjust the yoke shorter for higher saddlebags, and vice
versa. See Fig. B. When you have the yoke in the correct position, tighten the nylon
safety strap using the adjustable D-rings (Fig. C) on the top of the yoke.
4.
Saddlebags are adjustable towards the front/rear of the bike for clearing turn
signals and shock absorbers. See Figs. D and E for options.
-Turn yoke around 180 degrees;
-Position twist locks towards the front or rear of bags (use the included plug to fill
the fourth, unused hole)
-Place two yoke halves together at an angle to adjust bag position
NOTE: If you feel the yoke length is excessive on your bike, you can cut each yoke
end as long as you allow enough hook-and-loop to secure them.
5.
When you’ve placed the bag on your bike in the proper position, use the strap
located on the bottom of each bag (Fig. F) to connect the bag to the saddlebag
support. These lower straps are length-adjustable; wrap them around the support,
buckle the ends together, then adjust the length so that straps are tight and they are
supporting some of the saddlebags’ weight. (Fig.G)
Express
Saddlebags
17801 S. Susana Rd.
Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221
(310) 638-1222 Fax (310) 761-1234
www.saddlemen.com
WARNING:
!
Fig. C
Fig. A
Fig. B
Fig. D
Yoke adjustment
options
