Installing the Bikini Cowl (Rebel 250 MC49)
Installation steps for the bikini cowl for Rebel250 (MC49). Covers replacing the headlight bracket, applying the protective rubber, fitting the clamp brackets, and temporarily securing and then fixing the cowl, with photos.
- Replacing the stock headlight bracket with the supplied bracket
- Applying the protective rubber (with adhesive tape) and fitting the clamp brackets
- Temporarily securing the lower screws, then fixing the sides with bolts, washers and collars
The bikini cowl is a compact cowl that covers the headlight area of the Rebel250 (MC49). The headlight is held with the supplied bracket, and the cowl is mounted to clamp brackets fitted on the forks.
This page walks through the process, from replacing the headlight bracket to securing the cowl, following the original instructions.
01 Preparing the headlight area
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Remove the stock headlight bracket, sandwich the supplied bracket as shown in the photo, and secure the headlight.
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Apply the supplied protective rubber (with adhesive tape) to the headlight (see photo).
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Fit the supplied clamp brackets onto the forks.
02 Installing the bikini cowl
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Position the bikini cowl and temporarily secure the bottom with screws.
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Using a bolt, washer and collar in the hole on each side of the bikini cowl, fix it to the clamp bracket.
After installation, be sure to check that everything is tight and that the cowl and wiring do not interfere when you turn the handlebar fully left and right. If you are unsure about installing it yourself, please have the work done by someone with the proper knowledge or by a custom shop. If you have any questions, please contact us via 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.
*The content and photos reflect the time of writing. Please check each product page for current specifications, fitment and stock.