potentially stupid newbie post #2, on luggage rack install

manlio · Post by **manlio** » Sun Nov 11, 2007 10:50 pm

Ok, so I bought a used luggage rack and system cases for my 2004 Rockster (they are the same as the classic R 1150 and mount in the same way).

I assume bolting on the rack would be fairly simple, but I didn't even get to find that out. The plastic pieces that cover the rear threaded holes to secure the rack in the back are easily removed.
However I was not able to remove those black "things" from the spot where the rack has to be bolted in for the front. They are not simple plastic push-in caps, as I thought. They do not screw out, as I tried to do with a plier from the other side, and the plier seemed to damage the little tip pointing inside. I tried to push it out by hammering. I inserted a blade between the metal part (hosting the nut) and the plastic but nothing other than scratches.

I don't have a clue as how to remove the damn thing. Even breaking it away seems to be quite difficult as you have to work from the other side between the tire and the seat.

Any obvious solutions that I am too blind to see?
Your help is much appreciated.

thanks a lot, ride safe

Manlio

allanj255 · Post by **allanj255** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 7:16 am

As far as I remember these just push out. It may be easier to take the panier rails off (only held on with a few screws) and push out the plugs from the rear.
I know fitting mine 4 years ago was straight forward. Hope this helps

darth_rockster · Post by **darth_rockster** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 11:57 am

I ran into this too

http://r1150r.org/board/viewtopic.php?t ... highlight=

I ended up prying from the inside with a screwdriver and the plugs spit in half...

Sunfire · Post by **Sunfire** » Mon Nov 12, 2007 5:44 pm

Manlio, where you by Port Jarvis this Sunday? If yes, then I just want to let you know that I managed to find the entrance to the park. The road up there was great, by the way.

It was great seeing another Rockster!

Take care,
Paul