2018 Deluxe Engine Guard Install

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Jun 24, 2020 | 07:53 AM

hardstorm

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2018 Deluxe Engine Guard Install

Hi everyone. So i'm new to the forum and as a Harley owner. My Deluxe didn't come with an engine guard so i bought the HD one for it since i know it'd be a sure fit. Only thing i got home last night and was looking and I don't see any bolt holes anywhere. The diagram it came with looks like the hole would be where the front bolt for the floorboards are bolted on. Anyone have any advice/pictures? I know this should be an easy install, but i was scratching my head as i looked at this last night. Thanks for the help.

Jun 24, 2020 | 08:27 AM

Phil13

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The bolt holes for the lower mounts are capped with black plastic inserts to protect the thread. Just unscrew them.

Jun 24, 2020 | 08:36 AM

hardstorm

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I had seen that black cap looking thing, but was iffy about messing with it to much. Again, I'm a newbie when it comes to working on motorcycles. Awesome. Thanks for the help.

Jun 24, 2020 | 09:24 AM

AJ88V

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Surprised the instructions weren't in the package you received. But Harley also posts the installation instructions online with the parts listing on their Accessories webpage.

For example, if you look up an engine guard (listed under "vehicle protection") for your 2018 Deluxe
https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/e...ard/p/49000140
then go to Details, you'll find the installation instructions
https://serviceinfo.harley-davidson....3?locale=en_US

I often review the instructions before buying Harley parts to get a feel for how much work is involved.

Jun 26, 2020 | 07:10 AM

jtodd

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Quote:

Originally Posted by hardstorm

I had seen that black cap looking thing, but was iffy about messing with it to much. Again, I'm a newbie when it comes to working on motorcycles. Awesome. Thanks for the help.

Glad you asked. We were all newbies once. That’s why we are here. To help each other and learn more ourselves. Welcome.

Jun 26, 2020 | 07:12 AM

Iceman24

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Curious...didn't your new engine guard come w/ installation instructions?

Jun 26, 2020 | 07:32 AM

GalvTexGuy

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Originally Posted by Iceman24

Curious...didn't your new engine guard come w/ installation instructions?

I think he had the instructions, though he says "diagram" in his first post.

I'll be the first to admit that I've had trouble understanding some of the installation instructions that come with H-D parts and accessories, but I'm pretty sure I could understand "Remove plastic plugs from frame mounting holes, if present."