What hardware do i need to install a detachable sissy bar? 2012 Wide Glide

 

and it's not really my bike. it's my boyfriend's and i am trying to help him by surprising him by being able to order the right parts. if anyone can help.

 

i have a huge catalog. i know what the bar is i just dont know the extra stuff i need.

 

Call a HD dealer. You have to have matching parts that can work. Several shops take phone orders, and then ship to you. I've had good lucke with Tri-County. http://www.tricountyharley.com/

 

Have it done, if you scratch the paint you'll be in deep doo-doo.

 

it was 6 bolts on my Street glide. and I agree. If my wife surprised me with a scratch, Id be pissed .. Get him a gift card from the local HD

 

I think it's sweet that you want to do it. On a bike other than the Wide Glide I would say go for it but because of the stock grab bar it's more complicated on that model. If you have someone to help, though, give it a shot.

 

detachable side plates
docking hardware
sissy bar
pad
possibly a turn signal relocation kit? (needed for FXD)

 

Go to your local Harley dealer and prepay for all the parts and labor and hand him a a gift card stating your surprise install appt.

 

I just took mine off and it was not easy. Had to loosen the strut bar bolts and the lower bolts in the shocks. I then lifted the bike to lower the wheel enough to get the bolts out. You will have to unplug the turn signals and tag light (mark them as you take them off for easy reconnect)from under the seat and remove them. You can then remove the stock sissy bar.

Tape the rear tin with blue painters tape before you start.

You can now install the new sissy bar.

Re route all of your wiring ensuring it is behind the wire holder inside the tin,run them and reconnect. Start your strut boltsand snug them up. Lower the bike and replace the shock bolt. Tighten everything up.

If the new bar is not quick disconnect, I would modify it with cut outs to ensure that you will not have to go through it again.