Back Rest Classic

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BestRest Products, LLChttp://www.bestrestproducts.com 6908 - 220th St. SW (425) 673-10e-mail: [email protected] Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 fax(425) 673-05__________________________________________________________________________________________

BackRest Installation R11xxGSClassic Model Stainless Steel Frame

Thank you for purchasing a BestRestBackRest! Were confident itll improve yourding comfort and expand your ridingdventures.

f you have problems with installation orperation of the BackRest please call us athe number on the letterhead.

Ride safe and God Bless!David & Judy Petersen

FOR PROPER INSTALLATION &SAFE OPERATION, PLEASEREAD ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE STARTING

Unpack the BackRest Assembly and partsag from the shipping container. For theR1100/R1150GS you should have theollowing items:

2 - M5 x 12 button head cap screws2 - M6 x 40 socket head cap screws2 - M6 x 25 socket head cap screws2 - M6 nylon locknuts2 - #10 flat washers (small)4 - #12 flat washers (large)2 - 6mm split ring lock washers1 - Front (long) subframe bar4 - Rubber grommets1 - 5 mm hex wrench

Remove the two large ring-pins holding theBackRest in the folded position by gentlyulling on the rings. These ring-pins have aetent ball and will click as they clear eachole.

Unfold the BestRest. As you do this the SlideAssemblies in the middle of the BackPlatewill drop down. Align the 5/16 holes at thends of the Lower Slide with the holes in thewo upright Rear Posts. Reinsert one of the/16 ring-pins thru these four holes to securehe BackPlate the upright position. Store theemaining ring-pin in one of the twoemaining storage holes. As you move the

BackPlate thru its full range of motion youmay need to remove the second ring-pin andelocate it to another storage hole.

ee page 3 for information on how toonfigure, adjust, and secure your BackRest.

BackRest In Riders Position(Only for R11xxGS)

. Remove passenger seat and toolkit lid.Remove the 6mm screw holding the rear ofoolbox. (Fig. 1)

Fig. 1

2. Rotate rear of toolbox upward, then pullgently rearward (Fig. 2). The front of thetoolbox is held in place by two plastic tabsthat fit into the forward cross frame member.

Fig.2

3. Installation of the Subframe Bar. To holdthe BackRest Assembly onto the motorcycle,you must install a Subframe Bar (Fig. 3). Itwill fasten beneath the cross frame rail, which

is located just in front of recess for thetoolbox. (Fig. 3 shows Subframe Bar next tothe cross frame rail.) Two M5x12 pan headscrews hold this Bar tightly against theunderside of the rail, preventing the Bar fromshifting. The larger 6mm holes are for thescrews that hold the BackRest in place. Allfour screws will pass thru the two small slotsin the frame as shown in Fig. 3.

Fig. 3

Special note: The Subframe Bars shown inthese photos are prototypes without thepressed screw fittings.

Special note: The Subframe Bar is markedUP on one side. Make sure that the Bar ismounted properly or the pressed screw

fittings may come loose. The fittings shbe on the bottom of the bar.

4. To assist placing the Subframe Bar uthe cross rail, we suggest using a small ziptie or piece of string. Insert the tie thrhole in the Bar and thread the end of thup thru the small slot in the frame (FigPull the Subframe bar into place (Fig.Its much easier this way!

Fig. 4a

Fig

5. Once the Subframe Bar is in beneath the frame, LOOSELY thread theM5x12 flat head screws (with flat wasinto the Bar (Fig. 5a).

We recommend use of a semi-permathread-locking compound to hold these screws. Blue Thread Lock will prevenscrews from coming loose, which wcause the Subframe Bar to drop or othemove out of alignment. Do NOT upermanent (red) thread compound.

Fig. 5a

The two (empty) M6 screw holes musequidistant left and right. They must alscentered fore and aft in the slots (Figs. 5c). If theyre offset in any axis, adjusSubframe Bar as needed. Its importaalign the bar properly or youll have diffinserting and threading the BackRest down screws.


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ig. 5b Fig. 5c

inished installation of the Subframe Barhould look like Fig. 5d:

Fig. 5d. Now that youve temporarily fitted theubframe Bar, its time to mount the

BackRest assembly onto the frame. TheBackRest has hooks on the underside,eneath the black plastic spacer. The hooks

t into the two large slots shown in Fig. 6a.

ig. 6a

it the hooks into the frame slots, loweringhe BackRest so its sitting on the frame, thenlide rearward 3/8 to engage the hooks ashown in Fig 6b.

ig. 6b

Once the hooks have been inserted into theirlots and the assembly is moved rearward/8, the M6 holes in the BackRest Carrierlate should align with the 6mm holes in theubframe Bar youve just installed. First timetting may be snug; if this occurs, gently taphe BackRest rearward with a rubber mallet ifecessary. Do not use a steel hammer orther hard instrument! If you encounterroblems also check to ensure the Subframe

Bar has not shifted out of alignment.

7. If the holes are aligned, insert the M6 x20mm screws (with lock and flat washers)into the holes shown in Fig. 7. The screwsshould thread easily into the Subframe Bar.If necessary remove the BackRest and adjustthe Subframe Bar for the best fit, then tightenthe M5 screws holding the Subframe Bar inplace. Replace BackRest and check againfor alignment - this may take a couple tries.Once youre satisfied everything is correct,snugly tighten the small M5 screws, lockingthe Subframe Bar in place. Use commonsense and do not over-tighten the screws oryoull damage the threaded fittings. Thepurpose of these M5 screws is to keep theSubframe Bar from shifting there are nostructural requirements involved.

Fig. 7

Note: The Subframe Bar may be left in placeindefinitely; it will not interfere with placementof the Rider or Passenger seats, or thetoolkit.

8. After youve confirmed proper location ofthe Subframe Bar, replace the toolkit (Fig. 2,reverse process). Slide the two front plastictabs of the toolkit into their slots in the frameand tighten the screw at the rear of thetoolbox (Fig. 1). Replace the toolkit lid.

9. Reinstall the BackRest in the RidersPosition (Fig 9).

Fig. 9

Remember to fully tighten both two M6x25screws. Use common sense and do notover-tighten. These M6 screws should bechecked on a frequent basis to confirmtheyre secure, since they hold the BackRestin place on the motorcycle.

Removal of the BackRest is easilyaccomplished by removing the two M6x20

screws. Slide the BackRest slightly forand lift up. You may then placePassenger seat back in place if desired.

Note: You can store the M6x25 screwtheir respective holes but you cannot fipassenger seat if these screws are in pla

BackRest InPassenger Posit ion

1. Read the above instructions to familyourself with BackRest installation inRider Position.

2. Install the BestRest CargoRest accoto instructions, per your specific model.

3. The hooks on the underside ofBackRest (Fig. 6b) fit into the two sqslots machined in the CargoRest (Fig. 10

Model C is shown below; Models J ahave similar hole and slot patterns.

Fig. 10

4. Lower the BackRest onto the Cargoand slide the BackRest assembly slrearward so the M6 holes align with the hin the CargoRest (Fig. 10). These holealso line up with the threads in the SubfBar, beneath the CargoRest. InsertM6x40 screws (with lock and flat wasand tighten. Use common sense and dover-tighten. To provide added streand security weve included two extranylon locknuts. While not requiredrecommend attaching them to the boends of these M6 x 40 screws.

Note: If the stock grab rail preventsBackRest from fitting down onto CargoRest, change the angle of BackPlate. Once in place, readjust todesired angle and tighten the screws.

Removal of the BackRest is eaccomplished by removing the two Mscrews. Slide the BackRest slightly forand lift up. When the BackRest is nplace on the CargoRest store the Mscrews by threading them down thru


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CargoRest and into the Subframe Bar. Thisway youll never misplace them.

When installed in the passenger position, theBackRest should look like Fig. 11.

Fig.11

Adjust ing The BackRest

The patented BestRest Products BackRest isnfinitely adjustable. As you examine thearious assemblies, youll see how easy it iso adjust the height, angle and pitch for youromfort and riding style.

Take note of the nylon locknuts fitted to thends of the M6 screws that adjust the swingrms and back pad. The nuts are there torevent the screws from vibrating loose andalling out along the road. The nuts donteed to be tightened, and should be left ashey come from the factory.

Adjustments to the BackRest should never bettempted when operating the motorcycle. Ifdjustments are needed, come to a completetop, turn off the ignition and secure the

motorcycle against tipping or falling. Makeny required adjustments, then tighten allcrews, fittings and fasteners. Quick release

ng-pins must be fully inserted and locked inlace. Before resuming travel, inspectarefully to ensure all parts are in place androperly secured.

To change the angle of BackRest:

1. Loosen the two M6 screws locatedon the Upper Slide, allowing it tomove over the top of the LowerSlide. This sliding movement resultsin a change of the BackPlate angle.

2. Adjust the angle as needed and re-tighten all screws.

The Upper and Lower Slides are screwedogether in the most common setting. If youequire more range of movement, remove theylon locknuts and M6 screws and replacehem in two of the five holes found on theower Slide. Note Always install BOTH

M6 screws and tighten securely! Do NOTely on one screw to hold the Upper andower Slide in place. Failure to use bothcrews may result in unexpected movementf the BackRest!

To change the angle or height of theBackPad:

1. Loosen the eight M6 screws holdingthe four SwingArms, adjust asneeded, and tighten.

2. Note that as the BackPad is movedthru its arc of rotation the pad movesup/down as well as forward/back,always staying parallel to theBackPlate.

To change the elevation of the BackPad:

1. Remove the eight M6 screws,locknuts, and four SwingArms.

2. Move the BackPad up/down alongthe BackPlate to the required height.Replace the M6 screws andlocknuts and tighten securely.

Changing the four SwingArms from theirfactory setting (parallelogram) to a trapezoidallows the BackPad to change pitch as itrotates in its arc of motion. You canexperiment with these settings to get exactlythe configuration you require.

To store your BackRest horizontally:

1. To lower the Backrest, pull bothring-pins and allow the BackPlate tofold rearward.

2. As you do so, lift the SlideAssemblies until theyre parallel withthe BackPlate. The 5/16 holes inthe BackPlate Angle will align withholes in the two Rear Posts.

3. Insert a ring-pin thru all four holes,locking the BackPlate in a horizontalposition.

4. Insert the other ring-pin into theholes in the Upper Slide and the

BackPlate Angle. This will lock theSlides in a horizontal position andkeeps them from damaging the topof your toolkit.

5. If the top of the BackPad hits theBMW grab rail when the BackRest isfolded, loosen the SwingArms andmove the BackPad slightly forward.

You can strap duffels and other gear over afolded BackRest, however it is NOT designedto handle the weight of a Passenger.Excessive loading will void any warrantees.

Do not remove or adjust the spring circlip or

clevis pin holding the Upper and Lower SlideAssemblies to the BackPlate Angles.

Helpful Hints:

Lanyard Later production models come witha stainless steel lanyard connecting the tworing-pins. If yours does not have a lanyard,make one from nylon cord or other line toprevent loss of the ring-pins. Tie one endthru a hole in the BackRest, pass the cordthru one ring-pin and tie the cord to thesecond ring-pin. Adjust the length of the

lanyard as needed were found a 12is the best size.

Hex wrench storage - Weve provided a sstorage holes for your hex wrench, soalways available to adjust or removeBackRest. Look for two small holes dnear the bottom of the Rear Posts. your hex wrench thru these holes and the rubber grommets onto the wrench, tweach end. This effectively locks the wrenplace until needed. The grommets are meant to fit into the holes of the posts.

Caring For Your BackRest

The BackRest assembly and the mouhardware are made from high qstainless steel. While not completely proof, they exhibit excellent corrresistant qualities. To further protecfinish we recommend a light coating of pwax or silicone protectant.

Wash the BackRest with a solution of detergent and water. Use common sens

water does not penetrate the seamssaturate the padding of the BackPadplastic bag over the BackPad helps prethis.

While its OK to leave the BackRest expto the elements for short periods, we strosuggest protecting your investment wtarpaulin or other covering, or park yourinside, away from acid rain and UV rays.

Occasionally lubricate the main hinge pothe BackRest, using a lightweight, penetrating oil. Do not lubricate other copoints since they rely on friction to holdangle youve set.

Do not use penetrating agents or solvsince they may attack the thread locompounds used in assembly. Solventsalso affect the nylon inserts on the lockand or the nylon spacer on the bottom oBackRest.

Do not attempt to loosen the small M4 scthat connect the BackRest subassemThese are secured at the factory wpermanent thread-locking compound. Iunlikely event they come loose, retig

them, using a permanent thread compou

The finish on the BestRest is obtained wrandom orbit sander and 150 grit alumoxide abrasives. You can touchup BackRest with fine sandpaper or Scotchpads. DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL, sinwill infect the stainless steel surfaces iron oxides, causing rust to form. If rudoes occur, sand the affected areas genremove any rust spots, then apply a cowax, silicone, or other quality protectant.


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Safety Inspections andConsumer Warnings

Do not proceed with installation unless youre qualified to complete the installation in aafe fashion and as described herein. Do notse these products unless you have read allf the instructions and understand how theseroducts work and what limitations, if any,hey may have. Failure to read and followhese instructions could result in seriousodily injury or death!

t is the Consumer's responsibility to inspectll screws, fasteners and fittings on a dailyasis, tighten or replace them as necessary,nd to regularly inspect the entire BestRestystem for signs of missing parts, excessive

wear, metal fatigue, or imminent failure.hould any of these be observed the

BestRest System should be removed fromhe motorcycle and not used until inspectednd repaired by BestRest Products.

t is the responsibility of the Consumer tovaluate the suitability of these products forersonal use. Consumers must evaluate

whether these products meet their needs andwhether these products can be mounted andsed in a safe fashion. The Consumerccepts full and complete responsibility forelection of products and for mounting and

maintenance of these products. TheConsumer agrees to follow and abide by anynd all instructions, recommendations,

warnings, or other information supplied orublished by BestRest Products, LLC.

BestRest Products, LLC, it's employees,

gents, and owners assume no liability of anyind whatsoever for property damage,ersonal injury or other losses resulting fromhe Consumers failure to properly install ormaintain these products, for unauthorizedmodifications of any kind, for use ofnauthorized parts (including bushings,crews, pins, or other fasteners), or for

misuse of any BestRest Product in a fashionot intended by BestRest or described as auggested application in BestRest literature.

Because installation of these products isone by others outside our control, we cannotssume any liability or responsibility

whatsoever for improper or unsafe installationr items installed contrary to the latestublished instructions, that are improperlyecured or maintained, that are improperlyghtened or otherwise secured, or which aretherwise improper fitted to the motorcycle.

Only authorized BestRest replacement partsassemblies, screws, fasteners or fittings)hall be used when mounting or installing any

BestRest products. Authorized replacementarts may be purchased only from BestRestroducts. Parts from other sources orendors are not covered under warrantee

and will void any Consumer claims againstBestRest or others. Any use, modifications,or applications of any BestRest Product,other than those authorized by us in writing,are specifically prohibited.

BestRest, BestRest System, BestRest-GS,BestRest Products, BackRest, andCargoRest, BackPad, designs and logos areall trademarks of BestRest Products, LLC.The BestRest System is registered andpatented with the US Patent and TrademarkOffice. Please respect our Trademark,Copyright and Patent rights.

Rev. 05/15/03 2003 BestRest Products LLC

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