Installing the Seat Cowl Weld-On Kit (SR400/500): Cutting the Seat Rails and Welding the Brackets
Installation steps for the Seat Cowl Weld-On Kit for the SR400/500. Photos walk you through where to cut the seat rails, welding the bracket about 50mm behind the shock mount, capping with steel plate, and aligning with the seat.
- Where to cut the seat rails (the bend line at the pressed seam)
- Welding the frame-side bracket about 50mm behind the shock mount
- Positioning so the seat's side cover doesn't touch the frame
The Seat Cowl Weld-On Kit lets you fit a seat cowl to the SR400/500 by cutting the seat rails and welding on frame-side brackets. Because it involves cutting and welding the frame, it requires fabrication equipment and skills.
This page walks you through cutting the seat rails, welding the brackets, and aligning with the seat.
01 Modification and installation steps
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Behind the shock mount, there's a bend line right at the pressed seam of the seat rail; cut there. The frame-side bracket is welded about 50mm behind the shock mount, so cap the seat rail with 3-5mm steel plate and weld it while matching the fore-aft position to the seat. The rib at the pressed seam will be in the way, so grind it off before welding.
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Here's how it looks with just the brackets fitted and no seat. Use the rear holes for mounting turn signals or similar.
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Weld the frame-side brackets there, aligned with the seat.
When welding the frame-side brackets, make sure the seat's side cover won't touch the frame.
02 Before use
This modification involves cutting and welding the frame and requires specialized equipment and skills. Always check all fasteners and welds before use, and if you notice anything unusual during use, stop using it immediately and inspect it. If you are unsure about the installation, be sure to have it done by someone experienced or by a custom shop. For any questions, please reach us through our contact form.
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*Installation is at your own risk. If you're unsure about doing the work yourself, we recommend consulting your local motorcycle shop.
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