2022 Kawasaki KLR650 ABS Top Case (KL650J) Owners Manual

2022 Kawasaki KLR650 ABS Top Case (KL650J)

Top Case (KL650J)

The top case is provided at the rear of the motorcycle to carry baggage.

To open the top case lid

• Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder.
• Turn the ignition key to the T position.
• Pull up the handle.
• Open the top case lid while pulling the release lever.

To close the top case lid

• Close the top case lid, and push it down to lock it.
• Pull down the handle.
• Turn the ignition key to the position, and remove it.
• Make sure that the top case lid is securely locked.

To remove the top case

• Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder.
• Turn the ignition key to the position.
• Pull up the handle.
• While pulling the lock lever on the top case, pull up the rear part of the top case to clear the hook.
• Remove the top case backward to clear the hooks.

To install the top case

• Insert the hooks of the top case into the slots of the plate.
• While pulling the lock lever on the top case, insert the hook of the plate into the lock portion of the top case.
• Release the lock lever.
• Make sure that the top case is seen as currently locked.
• Pull down the handle.
• Turn the ignition key to the position, and remove it.

WARNING

Overloading the motorcycle with cargo and/or passengers, and/or not balancing the weight of items carried in the top case may cause adverse handling, loss of control and an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Do not carry loads of more than 5 kg (11 lb) in the top case. Do not exceed the total payload limit of 182 kg (401 Ib), including rider, passenger, baggage, and accessories. Do not exceed the vehicle speed of 130 km/h (80 mph) when carrying a passenger and/or cargo. Also reduce speed according to road or weather conditions, etc. Failure to adjust the speed to compensate for added weight and other conditions may result in a loss of control and subsequent accident.