Kriega US-40 RACKPACK FITTING User Guide
- June 7, 2024
- Kriega
Table of Contents
US-40 RACKPACK FITTING GUIDE
TO MOUNT A US-40 YOU REQUIRE 4 MOUNTING POINTS ON THE BIKE TO ATTACH 4 x LONG HOOK STRAPS.
MOUNTING POINTS – 2 OPTIONS
- The LONG HOOK STRAPS can be looped around bars on a rear rack or other metal structural parts ie: pillion hand grips or pannier frame bars and then LOOPED BACK to the bag and secured.
- Where there are no ideal mounting points, the LONG HOOK STRAPS can be hooked onto the SUBFRAME LOOPS which are mounted to the bike’s subframe usually under the seat.
Depending on the bike design you can use all OPTION 1 or all OPTION 2 or in some cases a combination of both.
OPTION 1. LOOP-BACK
Once you have located the ideal mounting point, pass a LONG HOOK STRAP through
and loop-back to the US-40. Hook-on to the loop next to the adjustment buckle.
Then repeat with the other three straps. Pull-on each strap to take-up the
tension. To achieve maximum pack compression, push down on the pack’s top
surface near the adjustment buckle while pulling down on the strap. Once all
four straps are equally tight, fold-up the remaining strap ends and use the
hook + loop keepers on each strap to hold in place. (see page 2)
IDEAL TYPES OF RACK FOR OPTION 1
OPTION 2. SUBFRAME LOOPS
For bikes with no rear rack, mount the US-40 across the pillion seat. Here all
four SUBFRAME LOOPS will be required. Attach the SUBFRAME LOOPS as described
on the next page. Some bike models have loops already built into the underside
of the pillion seat. Others may have a small rear rack that will provide two
rear mounting points to LOOP-BACK the straps; therefore, only two SUBFRAME
LOOPS will be required. Each bike model is slightly different, but the system
is flexible enough to find the best mounting solution for your bike.
Once you have all four straps attached, take-up the tension. To achieve
maximum pack compression, push down with your other hand on the pack’s top
surface near the adjustment buckle while pulling down on the strap. Once all
four straps are equally tight, fold-up the loose ends and use the hook & loop
keepers on each strap to hold in place.
IMPORTANT Ensure the quick-release buckles are correctly clicked `in’ at
all times.
DO NOT connect the quick release buckles when the strap is under tension.
SUBFRAME LOOPS FITTING
To fit, attach the LONG HOOK STRAPS to your US-40 and place it in the ideal
mounting position on the bike. Determine where to attach the subframe loops,
ideally on the bike’s metal rear subframe. It may be necessary to remove the
seat to get access to the frame, and in some cases, slots will need to be cut
in the interior plastics if no metalwork is exposed. Thread the loop strap
around the subframe and back through the buckle. (A) Keep the loop length
to a minimum where possible. Replace the seat, if removed, to check for any
interference with the hook. If all fits nicely, secure the strap by locking it
off back through the buckle. ( B ) Cut off any excess strap and seal the
frayed edge with a lighter. The subframe loops can be left on the bike even
when not carrying a US-40.
BIKES WITH PART SUBFRAME
If there is only enough exposed subframe to fit two subframe loops, use the
pillion seat to hold the other two subframe loops in place by converting them
into a single double-ended loop strap. To do this, cut the strap from one
subframe loop and thread the other strap through its buckle. ( C ) Place
in position under the seat and adjust the web length until both ends sit proud
of the closed seat edge. Lock-off the loop by threading it back through the
buckle. ( D ) Replace the seat and ensure that it is fully locked down.
BIKES WITH NO SUBFRAME see overleaf
BIKES WITH NO SUBFRAME
Special FIT-KITS are available for a few specific bikes that do not have any
visible subframe, these are sold separately and include:
DUCATI PANIGALE 899/1199 – KAPGL
DUCATI PANIGALE 959/1299 – KAPFK
DUCATI XDIAVEL – KAXFK
DUCATI PANIGALE V4 – KAPFK
DUCATI SCRAMBLER 800 – Full Throttle / Racer – KADSFK
APRILIA TUONO FACTORY – KATFFK
TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE – KASTFK
TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLE – KASPFK
YAMAHA T700 – KAYTFK (as illustrated)
New FIT-KITS are being added all the time, check the website for the
latest updates.
OS-RACK LOOPS – KTM FIT also sold separately are another alternative for
mounting a US-40 on a KTM 1090, 1190, 1290 OEM rear rack. Bolt-on to the
existing holes in the rear rack to provide four hook-on mounting points –
KOSRLK For full details and fitting videos go to
KRIEGA.COM
DRYPACK PROPER USE The roll-top must be closed correctly to ensure water cannot enter. Place the webbing strips together and fold over three times before closing the buckles. Avoid packing sharp or square cornered objects that could cause high abrasion, as this could compromise the waterproof fabric. We recommend such items be placed in a soft case.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
The white liner can be easily removed for cleaning. Both the liner and the
main pack can be hand washed in warm water with mild soap. CAUTION: detergents
will damage the waterproof fabric coatings. DO NOT tumble-dry or place on
direct sources of heat.
It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure all Kriega bike packs are attached
in such a way that they do not damage or put at risk the owner or the property
of the owner or a third party. Do not exceed the UK legal speed limit. This
product has only been tested for up to UK road legal speeds.
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