Hi all - my 2012 700 has been at dealer's because large pannier lids occasionally open (while riding) and at times will not close/latch (I have always been careful in closing them). This really sucks.
Honda dealer has only seen a couple other NT700's; they have no experience with this problem. Honda US of no technical help since they don't carry the big lids.
We want to verify the proper orientation of the two asymmetrical 'lock bars' that are along the topside of each lid.
The manual does not help and the big lid install instruction diagram does not clearly show the orientation.
I have attached the install directions.
Clear photos or line drawings would be super helpful!
Also, I know that some owners have installed aftermarket latches, but exclusive of that solution, are there any common part failures, and/or repair/adjustment tips re: the original latching mechanism that I can pass on to the dealer tech?
Thank you in advance!
Best,
Scott Johnston (Philadelphia area)
Honda dealer has only seen a couple other NT700's; they have no experience with this problem. Honda US of no technical help since they don't carry the big lids.
We want to verify the proper orientation of the two asymmetrical 'lock bars' that are along the topside of each lid.
The manual does not help and the big lid install instruction diagram does not clearly show the orientation.
I have attached the install directions.
Clear photos or line drawings would be super helpful!
Also, I know that some owners have installed aftermarket latches, but exclusive of that solution, are there any common part failures, and/or repair/adjustment tips re: the original latching mechanism that I can pass on to the dealer tech?
Thank you in advance!
Best,
Scott Johnston (Philadelphia area)