Custom Headlight Mounting Problems
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Tourer
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From: Birmingham _ England
Custom Headlight Mounting Problems
As said guys i have bought a 5-3/4" wide 9" long chrome Custom Headlight.
It mounts at the bottom but sits back way too far using the existing mounting block and the rear of the light is hitting the neck of the frame.
I have searched high and low for an alternative bracket but cant find anything.
I have seen lights similar on some of the bikes here so i know they can be purchased.
Can anybody help me out with a part number or another suggestion ?
Thanks
-=BJ=-
It mounts at the bottom but sits back way too far using the existing mounting block and the rear of the light is hitting the neck of the frame.
I have searched high and low for an alternative bracket but cant find anything.
I have seen lights similar on some of the bikes here so i know they can be purchased.
Can anybody help me out with a part number or another suggestion ?
Thanks
-=BJ=-
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RE: Custom Headlight Mounting Problems
Are you looking for something like these? Try J&P Cycles or do a google. search, the parts you want are out there, it's just a matter of how far out you want the HL to go.
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RE: Custom Headlight Mounting Problems
I just purchased a 5 3/4 X 8" light and had questions about the mount as well.
The info I received was from Member OhioSkully. He has the same light and recommened this mount whichhe provided the link to on eBay
Here is a Pic
I should have the light and mount by next week. I'll post any info after install.
This is OhioSkully's bike with the light installed. I think it looks Great and was the look and function I was going for.
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RE: Custom Headlight Mounting Problems
Skully , the light you have installed is exactly like the one i am trying to fit . . .. looks awesome mate.
I have found and ordered this from Guernsey HD.
69611-06
Headlamp Mounting System for Bullet Headlamp. Chrome-plated headlamp mounts are designed to position the Bullet Headlamp Kit in the proper location for specific vehicle applications. The mount is machined from solid steel for performance and durability, and is polished and plated for a superior custom look. Tall Mount. Fits '96-later XL1200C, '98-later XL883C, '06-later FXD, FXDL, FXDC, FXDB, FXD35, FXDWG, FXDSE, FXDF, and '99-'00 FXR 2 , FXR 3 , FXR 4 models. Also fits '00-later FX Softail models equipped with Custom Inverted Fork Kit.
-=BJ=-
I have found and ordered this from Guernsey HD.
69611-06
Headlamp Mounting System for Bullet Headlamp. Chrome-plated headlamp mounts are designed to position the Bullet Headlamp Kit in the proper location for specific vehicle applications. The mount is machined from solid steel for performance and durability, and is polished and plated for a superior custom look. Tall Mount. Fits '96-later XL1200C, '98-later XL883C, '06-later FXD, FXDL, FXDC, FXDB, FXD35, FXDWG, FXDSE, FXDF, and '99-'00 FXR 2 , FXR 3 , FXR 4 models. Also fits '00-later FX Softail models equipped with Custom Inverted Fork Kit.
-=BJ=-
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RE: Custom Headlight Mounting Problems
Looks like we are are very familiar with the mount and the light. Have the same one on mine and spoke w/ Skully about his as well. Excellent light and love the look!
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RE: Custom Headlight Mounting Problems
Yep Shorerider is the one that hooked me up with all my info and a big thanks to you man.
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Cruiser
Joined: Oct 2007
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From: Southeast New York
RE: Custom Headlight Mounting Problems
Did same on my 04 fxdwg. All the brackets I purchased " Almost made it ".
Finally drilled new holes in bottom of light, sealed old ones, moved mounting
baseand mounted on the factory lug. Could have saved $50 bucks if I did that first.
Finally drilled new holes in bottom of light, sealed old ones, moved mounting
baseand mounted on the factory lug. Could have saved $50 bucks if I did that first.
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