Triumph Thunderbird Service Manual page 427

Frame and Bodywork
Pillion Seat Side Panels
Removal Removal
1.
Remove the rear fixing using the Allen key provided
in the tool kit. Lift the seat up at the back for
complete removal from the motorcycle.
1. Pillion seat hooks
2. Location peg
3. Pillion seat bracket
2. Engage the seat's two hooks and location pin into
the bracket behind the rider's seat.
3. Fit and tighten the rear fixing to 10 Nm.
Before starting work, ensure the motorcycle is stabilised
and adequately supported. This will help prevent it from
falling and causing injury to the operator or damage to
the motorcycle.
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1. Side panel (right hand shown)
2. Grommets
1. Check that the three side panel grommets are
correctly located in the frame.
2. Position the three locating dowels to the grommets,
then press firmly to secure the panel.
3. Ensure the panel is correctly located over the upper
and lower locating dowels.
4. Finally, grasp the panel and ensure that it is fully
retained.
Installation
1. To remove either side panel, grasp the panel firmly
in both hands pull the panel away from the
motorcycle until it clears the three retaining
grommets (leaving the grommets in place).
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1. Pillion seat fixing
Installation
To prevent detachment of the seat during riding, after
fitting always grasp the seat and pull firmly upwards. If
the seat is not correctly secured in the lock it will detach
from the rear frame. A loose or detached seat could
cause loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
SelVice Manual - Thunderbird
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