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Old Jun 9, 2014 | 05:03 PM
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I just spent almost 400 bucks on the 4 point docking hardware and luggage rack set up for my 2010 SG. I already had the detachable backrest and with the 2 point docking hardware the fit was fine. Now i have to wrestle the backrest and luggage rack on. Anyone have a solution or a trick?
 
Old Jun 9, 2014 | 05:06 PM
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i have to pull mine apart at the rear, ever so slightly to get the back rest to latch down

I figure, makes for a rattle free fit?
 
Old Jun 9, 2014 | 06:44 PM
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I agree. My four point is a bitch to get on
 
Old Jun 9, 2014 | 07:35 PM
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I have the 4 point system on my FLHTC. At first it was a very tight fit. I use the tour pac in the rear most position, a police squad box forward behind a solo seat and a luggage rack behind the solo seat. They all get just a bit easier to mount after a few thousand miles.
 
Old Jun 9, 2014 | 07:41 PM
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there just that tight
 
Old Jun 9, 2014 | 10:27 PM
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deleted. misunderstood the question.
 
Old Jun 9, 2014 | 10:38 PM
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Mine is a bit tight, as well. Better than not tight enough . . .
 
Old Jun 13, 2014 | 09:22 AM
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I recently switched from 2point to 4point. For the backrest I set it on the ground and pulled on it to widen it a bit, fits fine now. For my Razor Pack rack, it fits, but the detachable latches need a little finagling.
 
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It's better to have a snug fit, but I don't have to fight it.
 
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