Viking 53963 Leather Motorcycle Saddlebags Installation Guide

Viking 53963 Leather Motorcycle Saddlebags

COMPLETE KIT INCLUDES

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

A Pair of Saddlebags (Left – 1 qty and Right – 1 qty):

Mounting Kit Parts

1. FAT Bracket x4
2. 8mm x 15mm Flip Head Bolts with Washer x4
3. 8mm Collar Nuts x4
4. 10mm Flat Washers x4
5. Tilt Control x4
6. 10mm Spring Washer x4
7. 8mm Spring Washer x8

Parts Diagram

Model-Specific Bolt Kit Parts

• Allen Key Head Bolt (model specific size)  x4
• Lock Nut (model specific size)  x4
• 1/4 in x 10mm Spacer x4
• 1/2 in x 10mm Spacer x4
• 10mm Spring Washer 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.

Instructions

Step 1:
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.
Fig 1. Find a Suitable Position

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 2:
Once the bag is in the desired position, hold the bag in place and mark the fender bolt positions on the back of the bag with marker/ chalk. These points are where holes will be drilled and the mounting bolts inserted.

Step 3:
With the bag laying on the floor, place the fat bracket on the back of the bag such that the uppermost hole in the bracket is aligned with the marked point on the back of the bag and the bottom of the bracket is 45 Degree angled to the bottom of the bag. With bracket in position, mark the position of the bottom most hole in the bracket. Repeat the same process for the second marked point.

Position the mounting bracket on the back of the bag

Step 4:
Drill the marked points where you plan to insert the mounting bolts.

Note:
Please make sure the drill bit size matches the size of the fender bolts for the top holes and also matching flip head bolt for the bottom. Do not drill the bag if you are missing parts or unsure about any of the installation steps.

Step 5:
With the brackets in place, insert the 8mm x 15mm flip head bolts with washers first through both of the two bottom holes in the back of the bag, and then through the bottom holes of 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 keep all the bolts secure.

Step 6:
The flat side of the bracket should be facing the back of the bag. Using 10mm flat washers, insert a Allen key head bolt from inside the bag through each of the two top holes and then through the bracket.

Step 7:
Place the saddlebags against the fender and align the 2 fender bolts, then push the Allen key head bolts through the fender holes and tighten using 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).

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.

Last Update: 5 August, 2024

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