Oxford Drystash Series Instruction Manual

DRYSTASH LUGGAGE GUIDELINES
WATERPROOF TRAVEL BAG

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The information included in this booklet was correct at time of going to print, subject to errors and omissions.
Product specification subject to change.
If you require any further help or advice, do not hesitate to contact either your local authorised Oxford dealer or
Oxford direct on [phone]
Oxford Products Ltd.
De Havilland Way
Range Road
Witney OX29 0YA
www.oxfordproducts.com
[email protected]
General Advice for Users of Soft Luggage 3
Fitting Guidelines 4
How to Fit and Not to Fit Your Tailpack 5
French 6 - 7
German 8 - 9
Spanish 10 - 11
Italian 12 - 13
Polish 14 - 15
Japanese 16 - 17
Product Care 18
Returns Procedure 18

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Motor Cycle Industry Association Ltd.
A motorcycle is a relatively ‘hostile environment’ for luggage and the following general guidelines are provided to
ensure that the luggage performs as the manufacturer intended. As with all types of luggage, users should always
pay particular attention to the manufacturer’s own safety, fitment and usage instructions included with this product.
LOADING Always ensure that luggage is loaded as evenly as possible and within the stated
maximum capacity and weight limits. Heavy objects should be loaded at the bottom
and particular care should be taken with sharp objects to avoid damaging the luggage.
Dependent on the type and specification of the luggage, the contents may have to be
protected against the elements (e.g. water, dirt, etc.) by wrapping in plastic bags for example.
FITMENT All adjacent surfaces of the motorcycle should be clean and smooth to avoid possible
abrasion. Where the possibility of abrasion exists, the necessary precautions should be
taken - see page 18. The luggage should be securely attached to the motorcycle and
should be mounted clear of moving parts and sources of heat such as engine and exhaust
system(s).It is recommended that riders check the security/mounting of luggage at regular
intervals throughout their journey.
RAINCOVERS Where rain covers are fitted. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure rain covers are fitted
safely and correctly (see fitment advice above) i.e insure that they are fitted snugly to the
luggage and are not left baggy and able to fill with air when on the move.
USAGE As the fitment of luggage may affect the stability or operating characteristics of the
motorcycle, riders should always heed the stated recommended maximum speeds for
both solo and ‘two-up’ use. Care should also be taken with luggage that uses magnetic
mountings as these may affect items containing magnetic data such as credit cards, film,
etc. This luggage has been designed for universal fitment on motorcycles, for road use only.
PRODUCT To ensure longevity of the luggage, the manufacturer’s own cleaning and storage instructions
should always be observed.
IMPORTANT The manufacturer cannot accept any liability for damage caused to the vehicle, the luggage
or its contents arising out of its misuse or any failure to fit and use it in accordance with the
above guidelines and the manufacturer’s special instructions.

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Included: • 1 Tailpack • Integral Seatbelt • 1 Pack of Webbing Straps
Advice to the user:
Before fitting your Tailpack, always ensure that the surface onto which it is to be fitted is completely free from any
dirt. This is because even the finest of residue can lead to marking. It is designed to be attached onto a removable
rear seat/pillion seat of a motorcycle, not onto a seat hump/cover nor a rack. Roll closure at least 3 times and
secure with clip buckles.
To fit:
1. Unlock and lift seat of motorcycle (or pillion seat pad if motorcycle has one).
2. Thread the Hook and Loop seat straps through the holes provided in the
fold-out flaps (where applicable.)
3. Fasten bag securely to seat using Hook and Loop strap provided. This Hook
and Loop strap must be fitted tightly. Replace seat and lock into place.
4. If the Hook and Loop strap is too long it can be cut down with a pair of scissors. However, ensure a minimum
15cm overlap/contact patch is still achieved.
5. Bungees or webbing straps have been included which are suitable for many motorcycles. However, you
may need to purchase bungees to suit your specific motorcycle to ensure a completely secure and stable
attachment.
6. Attach the straps under tension to suitable, secure parts of the motorcycle frame, such as a dedicated luggage
hook or foot rest. Ensure that the front straps are tensioned towards the front of the motorcycle and the rear
straps are tensioned towards the back of the motorcycle.
7. Ensure that no part of the straps or bag can damage your motorcycle and that it does not rub
against any moving or hot parts of the motorcycle, thus causing it to fray, burn or otherwise weaken.
8. There are two Hook and Loop rings on the base of some tailpacks and matching D-rings on the main bag.
Once the base is zipped on the loops should be passed through the D-rings and the Hook and Loop attached
to the base of the bag.
WARNING
• Donotoverload–maximumrecommendedloadingcapacity5kg
• Itistheowner’sresponsibilitytoensurethattheluggageisattachedinsuchawaythatitdoesnot
damageorputatrisktheowneroranypropertyoftheowner.
• DonotexceedtheUKlegalspeedlimit.ThisproducthasonlybeentestedforuseatUKroadlegal
speeds.
• Regularlycheckcordsforwearandreplaceiftheyshowanysignsofweakeningorfrictiondamage.
Thesecanbepurchasedfromyourlocaldealer.
• Whenusingbungeecordsshouldnotbestretchedbeyondtheirelasticity(approx.175%oftheiroriginal
size).
• Ensurethatnopartofthestrapsorbagcandamageyourmotorcycleandthatitdoesnotrubagainst
anymovingorhotpartsofthemotorcyclesuchastheexhaust,thuscausingittofray,burnorotherwise
weaken.
Tailpacks must be attached
to the pillion seat using the
integral seat-belt strap &
additional straps
• If the luggage is not attached securely, it may become detached and fall into the back wheel, causing serious injury and even
death
• Tailpacks must NOT be attached to motorcycle seat humps They are only suitable for motorcycles with detachable seats (under
which the Hook and Loop strap should be locked into place). The Hook and Loop strap should NOT be fastened underneath the
rear body work where it may come into dangerous contact with the rear wheel.
PLEASE NOTE
TAILPACKS

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TAILPACKS
If still unsure, the use of a Cargo Net is recommended.