R and G LP0379 Tail Tidy Installation Guide

: September 9, 2024
: R AND G

Table of Contents

LP0379 Tail Tidy
Product Information
Specifications:
Product Usage Instructions:
- FAQ:
Q: Where can I find digital copies of the instructions?
Q: What should I do if any parts are missing?
Q: Can I discard rubber washers used to hold components onto

LP0379 Tail Tidy

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Product Information

Specifications:

Model: LP0379 Licence Plate Bracket
Manufacturer: R&G
Torque Settings: M4 = 8Nm, M5 = 12Nm, M6 = 15Nm, M8 = 20Nm, M10
= 40Nm, M12 = 40Nm

Product Usage Instructions:

Affix the TB0299 Part 2 plate mount bracket (item 2) using 4 x
M5x12mm bolts (item 7), 4 x M5x12mm washers (item 8), and remaining
M5 Nyloc Nuts (item 9).
Insert the rubber bung RB0002 Rubber bung (item 11) into the
large hole in the mounting face of the tail tidy.
Place one section of heat shrink (item 12) over the wires of
LA0002 (item 3) and heat carefully until wires are covered
neatly.
Affix the LA0002 shroud if not already and secure with a small
drop of superglue, this will direct the light towards the licence
plate when fitted.
Fix the LA0002 (item 3) to the licence plate mount bracket
using the 2 x nuts and washers provided using a 6mm socket as shown
on Assembly diagram 1.
Attach the CON0014 (item 10) to the bullet connectors, ensuring
to connect both BLACK wires together.

FAQ:

Q: Where can I find digital copies of the instructions?

A: Digital copies of the instructions are available at www.rg- racing.com

Q: What should I do if any parts are missing?

A: Do not proceed until you are sure all parts are present. If
any parts are missing, contact the manufacturer or your dealer for
assistance.

Q: Can I discard rubber washers used to hold components onto

bolts?

A: Yes, in the event of rubber washers being used, they can be
thrown away.

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LP0379

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR LP0379 LICENCE PLATE BRACKET

This kit contains the items pictured and labelled over page. Some parts may be shown for clarity of instructions only. Do not proceed until you are sure all parts are present. Please read all instructions before proceeding.
IF IN ANY DOUBT WHEN FITTING OUR PRODUCTS, CONSULT ONE OF OUR DEALERS OR HAVE FITTED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
Please note that the way the kit is packed does not necessarily represent the way of mounting to the bike.
In the event of rubber washers being used to hold components onto bolts, these rubber washers can be thrown away.
DIGITAL COPIES OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FROM WWW.RG-RACING.COM
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LP0379

TOOLS REQUIRED
· Set of metric Hex keys · T25 & T30 Torx head tool · Set of metric sockets and wrench. · 8mm & 10mm spanners.
· Cable cutters

GENERAL TORQUE SETTINGS M4 BOLT = 8Nm M5 BOLT = 12Nm M6 BOLT = 15Nm M8 BOLT = 20Nm
M10 BOLT = 40Nm M12 BOLT = 40Nm

ITEM No. ITEM 1 ITEM 2 ITEM 3 ITEM 4 ITEM 5 ITEM 6 ITEM 7 ITEM 8 ITEM 9 ITEM 10 ITEM 11 ITEM 12 ITEM 13 ITEM 14 ITEM 15

LEGEND
DESCRIPTION TB0379 TAIL TIDY BRACKET TB0299 PART 2 – LICENCE PLATE MOUNT PLATE LA0002 – NUMBER PLATE LIGHT M6 x 1.00 x 20mm LONG BUTTON HEAD BOLT
M6 x 12mm O/D WASHER M6 NYLOC NUTS
M5 x 0.8 x 12mm COUNTERSUNK BOLTS M5 x 10mm O/D WASHERS M5 NYLOC NUTS
CON0014 LICENCE PLATE CONNECTOR RB0002 RUBBER BUNG
200mm LENGTH OF HEAT SHRINK CT100 100mm CABLE TIE
CLIP 1 SELF ADHESIVE CABLE CLIPS REFL 3 REFLECTOR

QTY 1 1 1 3 6 3 4 4 4 1 1 1 4 4 1

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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 1

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Assembly Diagram 2 ANCILLERY COMPONENTS
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FITTING PICTURES

LP0379

Picture 1

Picture 2

Picture 3

Picture 4

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Picture 5

Picture 6

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

· To fit the R&G tail tidy, remove both seats from the bike using the key. · Remove the rear luggage rack plate by removing the 7x bolts shown in picture

· Disconnect the tail unit wiring connection arrowed in picture 2. · To remove the tail unit, use a 10mm socket or spanner to hold the 3 nuts circled in picture 2,
while using a T30 torx to remove the 3x bolts from the underside of the tail unit in the locations circled in picture 3, being careful to thread the wiring through the slot in the bike as the unit is removed. · The OEM tail unit will need to be partially disassembled to re-use the wiring sub-loom for indicators and licence plate light. To do this, remove the 4x screws circled in picture 4 and remove the plastic panel. · Remove the wiring sub loom by disconnecting the indicator and licence plate light connections and removing the sub-loom from the securing clip, arrowed in picture 5. · To assemble the R&G tail tidy, refer to the Assembly Diagram 1 and follow the steps below:
o Affix the TB0299 Part 2 plate mount bracket (item 2) using 4 x M5x12mm bolts (item 7), 4 x M5x12mm washers (item 8) and remaining M5 Nyloc Nuts (item 9).
o Insert the rubber bung RB0002 Rubber bung (item 11) into the large hole in the mounting face of the tail tidy.
o Place one section of heat shrink (item 12) over the wires of LA0002 (item 3) and heat carefully until wires are covered neatly.
o Affix the LA0002 shroud if not already and secure with a small drop of superglue, this will direct the light towards the licence plate when fitted.
o Fix the LA0002 (item 3) to the licence plate mount bracket using the 2 x nuts and washers provided using a 6mm socket as shown on Assembly diagram 1.
o Attach the CON0014 (item 10) to the bullet connectors, ensuing to connect both BLACK wires together.

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· Remove the OEM indicators from the OEM tail unit by removing the securing nut from each indicator and thread the wire through the bracket to remove.
· Ensuring fix the indicators to the correct side, thread the connector and wire through the indicator mount on the licence plate mount bracket and the wire hole on TB0379 (item 1). And affix the indicators securely with the with the OEM nut.
· With the light and indicators fixed to the tail tidy the OEM sub-loom removed earlier can be attached by connecting the relevant connectors to their counterparts.
· Secure the wiring and connectors by using the cable ties (item 13) to keep the wires together. · Push the opposite end of the loom through the rubber bung in the main bracket (item 1) and
pull through the extra wire. · Use the self-adhesive cable clips (item 14) to tidy any loose wires. · The tail tidy is now fully assembled and can be affixed to the bike, offer the tail tidy up to the
bike. Ensure to push the protruding section of the rubber bung (item 11) through the slot, as shown in Picture 6. · From below, pass the M6x20mm bolts (item 4) through the main bracket (item 1), M6 washers (item 5) and undertray, so the end of the bolt is accessible from the inside of the bike. · Secure these bolts in place by using another M6 washer (item 5) and an M6 Nyloc nut (item 6) for each bolt. · Adjust the tail tidy on the slots if necessary, to ensure all components line up correctly · Now fully tighten each bolt to the correct torque so the tail tidy is fully secured to the bike. · Reconnect the OEM sub-loom to the OEM connector removed previously. · Test both indicators and the licence plate light function correctly. If lights fail to illuminate, then swap the bullet connectors around and re-test. · Re-fit the bodywork as previously fitted by reversing the steps above. · Re-fit the licence plate (it may require drilling). · Depending on local laws, attach enclosed reflector (item 15) in an appropriate location. · Test the licence plate illuminator and all lights before riding. · IMPORTANT: IF FITTING A FULL-SIZE LICENCE PLATE AND PLACING IT FAR DOWN ON THE LICENCE PLATE HANGER, THERE IS A SMALL CHANCE OF THE LICENCE PLATE HITTING THE BACK WHEEL UNDER HEAVY LOAD AND OVER LARGE BUMPS IN THE ROAD. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO CHECK FOR THIS POSSIBILITY AND TAKE AVOIDING ACTION. FAILURE TO CHECK THIS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
ISSUE 1 07/05/2024 (MH)
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