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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 05:41 PM
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I just got a new H-D Reach seat for my 07 DB. When I installed the grab strap, it does not fit flush across the seat like the one on the Sundowner I replaced it with.

I followed the instructions, replacing the strap using the existing hardware etc. I even tried it a second time at the smallest "hole", it is still too loose (by loose, I mean you can easily slip your arm under it).

Am I missing something?
 
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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 05:45 PM
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If you need the strap, trying punching new holes in the strap to make it smaller.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 06:29 PM
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The easiest way to get it to lie flush is to throw in a larged base trash can.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by jmpancoast
The easiest way to get it to lie flush is to throw in a larged base trash can.
+1 or if you can't stand to throw it away, toss it in the bottom of the box the seat came in. That's where I keep all of mine. They are not worth the effort when it comes time to swap out seats.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 06:49 PM
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Good points. I was going to skip it but I felt guilty somehow. I guess I'll just stash it. If I even plan to do much 2-up riding I will get a sissy bar of some sort anyhow, can't see anyone using the strap.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 07:12 PM
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I tossed mine as soon as I got the bike home. I can't see anyone using it anyways. Much cleaner look IMO.
 
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Old Jan 25, 2009 | 07:13 PM
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When you do get a passenger, just have her hold on to you!
 
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I put my strap in a box with my stock mufflers. Didn't care for them on my bikes in the 70's and don't like them any better now. They get all stretched out over time.
 
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whats the point of riding 2 up if you dont get ***** in your back?
 
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whats the point of riding 2 up if you dont get ***** in your back?
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