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Start the engine and let it idle for 45 seconds before turning it off. This will heat the pipe slightly, allowing you to unscrew the Allen bolts with ease.

Unscrew the three bolts on the tip of the exhaust canister with an Allen wrench.

Pull the exhaust tip out, using a pair of gloves to avoid any burns. The spark arrestor is attached to the exhaust tip and will slide out as one unit.

Place the motorbike securely on the stand so that the rear wheel is elevated. Check to see if the wheel spins freely. Ensure that the bike cannot move at all before you begin.

Use the wrench to remove the muffler by by loosening the drive clamps and heat shield.

Take off the axle nut with the wrench and use the wooden mallet to tap the axle free from the wheel. Move the axle to a safe place to avoid it being damaged.

Caully remove the brake disc from the brake caliper and slip the drive belt from its socket. Pull the rear wheel away from the frame and place it on a flat surface to work on.

Gently tap the bearings out from around the wheel using the long drift bar. Ensure that the bearing does not become twisted around the hub. Repeat the process on the opposite side.

Align the bearings where the old ones were. Use the old bearings to softly tap the new bearing in place. Turn the wheel over and fit the second bearing the same way

Reattach the wheel to the Yamaha DT following the removal steps in reverse. Spin the wheel to ensure it moves freely.

Identify the pistol-shaped fender rail on both sides of your rear fender. Work on one side at a time. Remove the two rear bolts from one fender rail with a ratchet. Unpack the saddlebags and identify the left and right saddlebags. Attach the right saddlebag first. Unpack the mounting brackets and identify the brackets, bolts, spacers, washers and screws. You should have four of each. Read the instructions included with the brackets.

Use two short screws and two long bolts to attach two brackets to the right saddle bag.

Use two spacers and your original fender rail bolts to attach the right saddlebag to the right fender rail with a box wrench.

Repeat with the left saddlebag.

Purchase parts directly from the source, especially if you have a Yamaha warranty on your shocks. You can find a local Yamaha dealer on the Yamaha Dealer Locator. Tell them which shocks you need. If you arent sure, theyll be able to help you.

Go to a local motorcycle retailer, even if they dont specifically stock Yamahas. They should have access to the type of shocks you need and can help you find the correct part if you give them the model and year of your Yamaha.

Purchase parts online. There are hundreds of retailers who sell Yamaha parts over the Internet, including jcwhitney.com, bikebandit.com and motorcycle-superstore.com. If you have the product information for your shocks, you can find them on an online site and have them sent to you. You will have to pay shipping if you order your shocks online.