Dowco Iron Rider Modular Luggage User Manual

Please Read! 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 8:00am - 4:30 pm C.S.T.

DOWCO Inc.
4230 Clipper Dr.
Manitowoc, WI 54220 USA

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
email: [e-mail]

I-Sheet 00754
Revised 06/20/07
Page 1
Printed in China

MLS-MB
Main Bag

MLS-RB
Roll Bag

MLS-GB

Garment Bag

MLS-CB

Commuter Briefcase

Installation Instructions For Single Mount Bags:

1. Separate the velcro strap(s) on the back side of the luggage. Lower
the bag onto the luggage rack keeping straps on opposite sides of
the Sissy Bar/Backrest (Fig.1)

2. Be sure the bag is centered and sitting firmly on the luggage rack.
Tighten the velcro straps around the backrest. Fasten velcro straps
to secure the bag.

Note:An additional strap assembly has been provided to aid in

Fig. 1

* Recommended for use with a sissy bar/backrest and luggage rack combination which is perma-

nently attached to the motorcycle. Mount the bag at this location ONLY.

* Do not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended load capacity of the luggage rack or motor-

cycle.

* Consult owner’s manual for tire inflation pressures and gross axle weight rating. Failure to follow

recommended weight loading capacities may affect handling. This may result in injury or property

damage.
* Secure the bag to the vehicle so the bag will not shift during operation.
* Verify that straps do not obstruct exhaust system, reflectors, turn signals, or tail lamp.
* Allowing straps to hang loose may cause damage to packs and/or painted finishes. Hanging

straps may become entangled in the wheel or drive chain or belt resulting in serious personal

injury and/or property damage.

MLS-OB

Overnight Bag

MLS-LRB

Large Roll Bag

4. Locate the zippers on either side at the bottom of the
bag. (Commuter Bag buckles are not contained within a
zippered pocket.) Unzip and pull out the two short straps
with buckles (see Fig. 4). Locate the mounting strap kit
included with the bag. Connect the long mounting straps
to the short straps that are attached to the bag. These
straps use side release buckles to offer quick attachment
and release.

5. Loop the long mounting straps (on both sides of the bag)
around the directional indicator bar (or similar sturdy
mounting area), and connect the final side release buck­les (see Fig. 5). Be sure the buckle has “snapped” into
place, and the connection is secure.

6. Pull the slack out of the loose end of the strap to tighten.
Excess strap material should be knotted or removed and
end sealed to prevent unravelling. Ensure that your bag
is securely mounted.

7. Periodically check each bag to ensure attachment is
secure as straps may loosen during riding.

Allowing straps to hang loose may cause damage to packs and/or painted
finishes. Hanging straps may become entangled in the wheel or drive chain
or belt resulting in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

DOWCO Inc.
4230 Clipper Dr.
Manitowoc, WI 54220 USA

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
email: [e-mail]

I-Sheet 00754
Revised 06/20/07
Page 2
Printed in China

Garment Bag only

2a. Connect straps to sides of bag - Hook to one D-ring (Fig. 8). Go under the luggage rack. Secure

to D-ring on opposite side. Pull tight. (Fig.2)
Connect straps to front of bag - Hook to one D-ring (Fig.8). Position down front of bag and under
the luggage rack where accessible and up the other side to opposite D-ring. Pull tight. (Fig. 3)

3. This will complete installation of the Garment Bag and Roll Bag. For completing the installation of
the Main, Overnight, and Commuter Bags continue to Step 4.

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Fig. 5