Installing the Rear Conversion KIT (Rebel 250/500)
Installation steps for the Rear Conversion KIT for the Rebel 250 (MC49)/500 (PC60). We go in order from removing the stock tail section and setting up the lights to routing the wiring, securing the fender and kit, and connecting the wiring.
- Removing the seat, taillight and fender
- Setting the taillight, turn signals and reflector in the kit
- Routing the wiring, securing the kit and connecting it using the wiring reference diagram
The Rear Conversion KIT changes the tail section of the Rebel 250 (MC49)/500 (PC60) to an LED round taillight style. The variations with a flared case and with a smooth rib case are installed with the same steps.
This page covers everything from removing the stock parts to assembling the kit, fitting it to the bike and wiring.
01 Removing the stock parts
Remove the seat, taillight and fender.
02 Preparing the rear conversion kit
Take out the product and set the taillight, turn signals and reflector in it.
03 Fitting it to the bike
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As with the stock taillight, route the wiring through the cutout in the fender.
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Leaving slack in the taillight and other wiring, put the fender over it.
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Fit the conversion kit and secure each bolt.
04 Wiring
Connect each wire using the wiring reference diagram.
Explanations of the tools used and general wiring work are omitted. Due to variation between individual bikes, some minor adjustment or improvisation may be needed. If you're unsure about the installation, always have it done by someone knowledgeable or a custom shop. For questions or anything unclear, please contact us via the 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.