VIKING BAGS Hammer Leather Wrapped Motorcycle Hard Saddlebags Installation Guide

VIKING BAGS Hammer Leather Wrapped Motorcycle Hard Saddlebags

COMPLETE KIT INCLUDES

1. Saddlebags (Pair)
2. Mounting Kit (Package)
3. Model Specific Bolt Kit (Package)

Mounting Kit Parts

1. LOW Bracket: x4
2. 8mm x 15mm Flip Head Bolts with Washer: x8
3. Tilt Control: x4

Parts Diagram

Specific Bolt Kit Parts

1. 8mm x 70mm Allen Key Head Bolt: x4
2. 8mm Lock Nut: x4
3. 1/4 in x 8mm Spacer: x4
4. 1/2 in x 8mm Spacer: x4
5. 8mm Spring Washer: x12
6. 8mm x 100mm Allen Key Head Bolt: x4
7. 8mm x 80mm Allen Key Head Bolt: x2
8. 8mm Washers: x4

Note

You may receive extra bolts and spacers; not all of them will be used. Please use the ones that match your bike’s fender bolt thread and length. If the bolt is too long, you can use more or thicker spacers.

Kit Diagram

Tools Required

1. Adjustable Wrench
2. Socket Wrench
3. Combination Wrench
4. Drill
5. Drill Bits
6. Screw Driver
7. Marker/ Chalk
8. Thread Locker
9. Ruler / Measuring Tape

Tools Diagram

IMPORTANT
Before you start, inspect the bags and parts to make sure they are not damaged. Also, make sure you have all the mounting kit parts and bolt kit. Do not proceed if you are missing any parts. Please contact us about any missing parts and we will provide them for you.

Installation Instruction

• Step 1:
  Install the Low bracket onto the fender as shown in the image. Fig 1

• Step 2:
  Hold the bag against the fender to find a suitable position to mount it.
  Note: Having a helper will make the positioning & marking process much easier.

IMPORTANT
Before you mark where to drill the holes, please make sure you have a minimum clearance space of 2 inches from other parts such as the exhaust, shocks, belt guard, turn signal, and axle nut. Sit on the bike to make sure there is that 2 inches of space after the shock compresses. You should also check if a passenger can sit and reach the passenger foot pegs comfortably.

• Step 3:
  Once the bag is in the desired position, hold the bag in place and mark the position of the second and fourth holes from top on the back of the bag with marker/ chalk. These points are where holes will be drilled and the mounting bolts inserted.

• Step 4:
  After marking the holes, lay the bag on a flat surface. Position the mounting bracket on the back of the bag until top bracket hole aligns with the top mark on the back of the bag, and the bottom of the bracket parallel to the bottom the bag. While holding the bracket in place, mark the position of the bottom hole in the bracket with marker/ chalk. Repeat the same process for the second mounting bracket.

• Step 5:
  Drill the marked points for second and fourth holes

Note:
Please make sure the drill bit size matches the size of the flip head bolt for 4 holes. Do not drill the bag if you are missing parts or unsure about any of the installation steps.

• Step 6:
  Install the bracket to the bike’s fender with the supplied bolts. With the brackets installed on the bike’s fender, insert the 8mm x 15mm flip head bolts with washers first through all four holes in the back of the bag, and then through both brackets from inside to outside, with the bolt heads staying inside the bag. Tighten the bottom bolts using the nuts and a wrench.

Note:

  * Please add thread locker on the nuts to secure your bolts.
  * If the bolts are too long and risk hitting the tire, please use spacers. Insert the Allen key head bolts through spacers first before inserting them through the back of the bag and the brackets.
  * If a bag is too close to shock or turn signals, you can add more spacers for more clearance.
  * If a bag is too close to the chain guard or axle bolt, use the optional tilt control adapter (included).

• Step 7:
  Repeat the process for the other side.

Congratulations! you have successfully finished mounting your bags.

Warnings!

• Do not use defective parts.
  Periodically check for any signs the bags or bolts are loose and that no mounting kit parts are interfering your motorcycle’s drive train, suspension, brakes, wheels, etc.

• If you do not mount these saddlebags properly, they may cause damage to themselves and/or your motorcycle.

• The mounting kit parts nor the bags should not be touching the motorcycle while it is running.

• Seek professional assistance from a qualified mechanic or dealer if you find the mounting instruction unclear.

• Ensure to test ride after installation and double check that the fender bolts don’t protrude more than 5mm inside the fender, make sure the bolts are not hitting the tire and the bags are not hitting any bike parts when riding with full weight and full shock swing.

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