Touratech
ZEGA Pro Luggage System for BMW R1300GS Installation Guide
Model: 01-035-5700/5710/5720-0 with Stainless Steel Carrier
Date: June 2024
General Recommendations and Safety Information
Touratech recommends having the installation of this product carried out in a workshop with appropriately trained personnel.
Key Terms and Symbols
- ⚠️ Caution/Attention: Indicates important safety or operational notes.
- ? Note/Remark: Provides additional information or clarification.
- ⚠️ Warning: Indicates potential hazards or risks.
- ? Liquid: Refers to fluids or liquids.
- ⚙️ Torque: Specifies tightening force in Newton-meters (Nm).
- ? Template: Refers to a template or stencil.
- ? 2 Persons: Indicates that two people may be required for the task.
- ?️ Original Motorcycle Part: Refers to a component from the original motorcycle.
Important Considerations
- Touratech accepts no liability for incorrectly fitted parts and resulting material damage or personal injury!
- Please observe applicable road vehicle (construction and use) regulations as well as EC/ECE Directives and applicable laws in your country. If parts are fitted which require inspection and/or approval after fitting, take your vehicle to a testing station immediately and have the vehicle papers updated.
- Check and if necessary tighten all bolted connections after 50 km. Standard tightening torques in Nm for bolted connections with strength class 8.8 are provided. For special tightening torques, refer to a workshop with appropriately trained personnel!
- Please take into account that fitting panniers, crash bars, foot peg lowering kits (rider and pillion), Kickstand enlargmentplate, front spoilers and engine guards may restrict the bike's lean angle!
- If modifications are made to the fairing, stem, handlebar, fairing parts, etc., ensure that electrical wiring, brake lines, accelerator and clutch cables are refitted correctly. Check clearance, both sides with full steering lock.
- Always disconnect the battery when working on the electrics! ⚡
- We recommend cutting protective film to size and applying it to impact areas that are likely to be chipped by stones. ?️
- Work on the brake system and suspension should always be carried out in a workshop with appropriately trained personnel.
- The maximum load on luggage racks is 5 kg! Luggage racks ZegaPro TC is 10 kg!
- If other original accessories or aftermarket accessories are used, ensure clearance, fitment and do not come into contact with other parts!
- Apply conventional lubricant to stainless steel bolts prior to assembly. ?
- PDF fitting instructions are also available for download from the Touratech webshop.
Installation Instructions
Step 1: Preparation and Initial Mounting
Diagram 1: Overview and Initial Parts
- The diagram provides an overview of the rear motorcycle area for mounting the luggage system.
- It illustrates removing original parts and installing new components.
- A specific "view" area is highlighted.
- An instruction "Cut off excess" is noted, likely for protective film or a component.
- A rubber buffer is shown to be installed.
- The process involves removing original screws and installing new ones.
- A "speed nut" is indicated for one of the attachment points.
- A warning symbol ⚠️ is displayed with the instruction "insert screws do not tighten", meaning screws should be loosely fitted initially.
- A note confirms: "Fitting of left and right side is identical".
Step 2: Bracket Assembly (Detail Views)
Diagram 2: Mounting Bracket Details
- This section shows detailed views of how the mounting brackets are assembled and attached to the motorcycle frame.
- Specific bolts and spacers are used for secure attachment.
- Hardware and Components:
- M8 x 55 bolts with spacers (16 x 25)
- M8 x 20 bolts
- M8 x 65 bolts with spacers (16 x 30)
- M6 x 25 bolts
- The diagrams clearly indicate the correct placement of bolts and spacers for each mounting point.
- The note "Fitting of left and right side is identical" is repeated for clarity.
Step 3: Attaching the Luggage System to the Carrier
Diagram 3: Connecting the ZEGA Pro System
- This diagram illustrates the process of attaching the main ZEGA Pro luggage system components to the previously mounted carrier structure.
- It involves aligning the system and securing it, with a "press" action indicated by a button symbol and the word "press" (step 2).
- Numbered steps (1, 2, 3) guide the user through this attachment process.
Step 4: Operating the ZEGA Pro Pannier Case
Diagram 4: Pannier Case Latch Mechanism
- This section demonstrates how to operate the latches for securing and opening the ZEGA Pro pannier cases.
- Open: A knob is shown being pushed and rotated (indicated by hand symbol and curved arrow).
- Close: The knob is shown being rotated in the opposite direction to close the latch.
- Tighten: A close-up view shows the knob being tightened to secure the case.
- A view of the mounted pannier case is shown, highlighting the latch mechanisms.
Step 5: Final Tightening
Diagram 5: Securing All Fasteners
- After all components are in place and the system is assembled, a warning symbol ⚠️ is displayed.
- It is followed by the instruction "tighten all screws" and the torque specification "Nm".
- This step signifies that all previously loosely fitted screws should now be fully tightened to the specified torque values to ensure a secure installation.