2018+ Softail Models Breakout

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Old May 10, 2022 | 03:42 PM
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Can you loosen the bolts for the luggage rack part and slide(force) it down further to try to flatten it out.
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by TedMan
Thanks all for replies. I may try to loosen the bolts and adjust, but judging by the way the brackets hold the rack onto the upright, there may not be much wiggle room. Appreciate the responses.
Unless you don't have the lock fully connected to the lower slot, then I would say that you have what you're going to get. You do have your attachment plates on right so I can't think of anything else that would change your results unless there is something different about your Holdfast mount that is different from my Sport Glide.
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Calif Fat Bob
Can you loosen the bolts for the luggage rack part and slide(force) it down further to try to flatten it out.
That's what I thought at first but the bolts on the side plates are for the backrest.
I think it is what it is.
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 05:24 PM
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Definitely angled.
I would loosen all the bolts and see if it locks in place and see what it looks like . If it looks better then start tightening bolts to see where the problem is.
If it does not level then live with it the way it is but it is not correct.
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 05:58 PM
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Perhaps when someone is seated on the motorcycle the rack will then be more level.
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Doublefelix
What seat is the Indian sporting? It looks grey/black two-tone?

Not trying to hijack. The rack looks a little canted but if it is seated, then it shouldn't be an issue. it will probably settle a little bit from use. The hold fast doesn't seem to be "overbuilt" and some flex may happen.
My Corbin 2 piece seat is colored the same way, grey with diamond stitch and black outside.
Sorry about adding to the hi-jack.
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Harfar
My Corbin 2 piece seat is colored the same way, grey with diamond stitch and black outside.
Sorry about adding to the hi-jack.

 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 06:28 PM
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How do you like the Indian?
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 06:43 PM
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Box it back up and return it. That definitely is noticeable. I couldn't deal with that if it was my ride.
 
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Old May 10, 2022 | 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by jammerx
How do you like the Indian?
Now I'm hijacking my own thread. It's a blast. It's really an updated version of a Dyna. It is quick as snot and when you put it in sport mode, you forget about upgrading the cam in the 116. I'm lucky to own both, and if forced to choose, would have to go with the Heritage, because it is far more capable two-up and has better rear suspension. The Indian is more than capable in this regard, though, and I wouldn't be shy about taking it on a long trip solo. It has cruise control and rides very well at speed.

Back on point, I loosened up all the bolts and was able to budge it a smidge, but not sure it really changed anything after I tightened it back up. When I go in for my 1K service, I'm going to ask them about it. Thanks again for all the input.
 
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