Dowco Power Sports Fastrax Saddlebags - Manual

DOWCO, Inc. Fax: 920-682-5891
4230 Clipper Drive Phone: 1-800-558-7755
Manitowoc, WI 54220 Website: www.dowcopowersports.com Item 01073
Revised 12/5/06
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Printed in China
Installation Instructions
SADDLE BAG
Elite Sport Bike Luggage System
Please Read! Please read and understand these instructions completely before installation to avoid possible injury to
yourself, or damage to the accessory or vehicle. Read all Cautions, Warnings and Notes within installation instructions
and on bags. If you are unsure about securing the bag, please contact us at 1-800-558-7755 ext. 123. Monday through
Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm CST
1. PARTS LIST:
This Product contains the following components. Before beginning installation confirm there are no
missing or damaged components.
Item # Description Qty
1. Saddle Bags 1 Set
2. Shoulder Strap 2
3. Strap 29” long w/(2) Hooks 1
4. Strap 20” long w/(1) Hook 2
5. Strap 17” long w/(1) Hook 2
6. Protective Strap Pads 3
7. Black Cotton Panels 1 Set
2. PREPARATION:
Note: This product is supplied with a scratch resistant rubberized side panel. Care should be taken to avoid
gas spills and a heavy buildup of dust and/or dirt on the bag that may become embedded in the sides and
lead to scratches in the painted finish. Therefore the following preparation should take place before mounting
the luggage.
a. Place motorcycle on a secure stand.
b. Clean all mounting surfaces and luggage before beginning installation
.
3. INSTALLATION:
Note: This product is supplied with a number of different straps and strap lengths. Below are only a few
suggested combinations to securely mount to a motorcycle. You must decide what combination is best for
your motorcycle.
Mounting Saddle Bag Only
a. Determine location of exhaust pipe(s). If exhaust pipe(s) are
located on side of bike, skip to step “d”.
b. If exhaust pipe is under tail section of bike, place velcro
black cotton panels on back of bags. This will protect the
saddlebags from the heat of the exhaust pipe. (Fig. 1)
c. Adjust cotton panel so that it does not touch the bike. If it
does it may cause scuffing were contact is made.
Exhaust Pipe
Cotton Panels
*The saddlebags must be installed so as not to interfere
with rear wheel or suspension components. Failure to
assure adequate clearance will result in serious injury.
*Secure the bag to the vehicle so the bag will not shift
during operation. Failure to do so may result in injury
or property damage.
* Hanging straps may become entangled in the wheel,
drive chain or belt resulting in serious personal injury
and/or property damage.
* SADDLEBAGS MUST BE LOADED EVENLY SIDE-TO-
SIDE. MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE LOAD LIMIT IS 7 LBS
PER BAG.
!
WARNING
Fig. 1