Softail Models Standard, Custom, Night Train, Deuce, Springer, Heritage, Fatboy, Deluxe, Rocker and Cross Bones.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Frame Protectors Soft tail

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 25, 2014 | 12:05 PM
  #1  
thomasf59's Avatar
thomasf59
Thread Starter
|
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 2,257
Likes: 1
From: Papillion Ne 68133
Default Frame Protectors Soft tail

Bought the Harley frame protectors 94675-99, those of you that are using them did you cut them so to clear the cross member or cut a notch in the protector to fit around the cross member?
 

Last edited by thomasf59; Oct 25, 2014 at 12:33 PM.
Reply
Old Oct 25, 2014 | 01:08 PM
  #2  
Hollywood Ball's Avatar
Hollywood Ball
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 2,759
Likes: 3
From: NCWV
Default

Had them when I had my Night Train, and yes, I trimmed a spot out for the crossmember.
 
Reply
Old Oct 25, 2014 | 01:16 PM
  #3  
Bluraven's Avatar
Bluraven
Grand HDF Member
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 3,971
Likes: 901
From: Omaha
Default

Thanks for mentioning this Thomas.
I was looking to find something to do this afternoon so I might just head over to Lowes and see what I get get to custom build my own.

BTW, where did you get yours and did you have to order them?
 
Reply
Old Oct 25, 2014 | 01:22 PM
  #4  
thomasf59's Avatar
thomasf59
Thread Starter
|
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 2,257
Likes: 1
From: Papillion Ne 68133
Default

I found the directions I cut them, first cut on both 5 1/4 inches works perfect on both sides, side stand on a block about 2 inches thick, rubber pads removed from Red jack, looks like it will slide under will out any problem will find out when I have some help on the first lift try.
 
Reply
Old Oct 25, 2014 | 02:57 PM
  #5  
thomasf59's Avatar
thomasf59
Thread Starter
|
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 2,257
Likes: 1
From: Papillion Ne 68133
Default

Bluraven

Had to order them from Holistens normally a stock item they were out, took 4 days to get them.I though about trying to make something that would work, these fit the frame can't put them on wrong once there cut.Once I figure out the balance point I'll mark them and no guessing from there on out. Just a matter of deciding on how to tie the bike to the jack from there.
 
Reply
Old Oct 25, 2014 | 04:23 PM
  #6  
cocky's Avatar
cocky
Stellar HDF Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Liked
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 2,062
Likes: 153
From: Midlands of SC
Default

I used an idea I read here. Heater hose slit longwise. 1 inch inside diameter and Its 3/8 thick and thats thick enough that the jack doesnt touch the shocks. Advanced auto, $3.18.
 
Reply
Old Oct 25, 2014 | 04:35 PM
  #7  
Bluraven's Avatar
Bluraven
Grand HDF Member
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 3,971
Likes: 901
From: Omaha
Default

Originally Posted by cocky
I used an idea I read here. Heater hose slit longwise. 1 inch inside diameter and Its 3/8 thick and thats thick enough that the jack doesnt touch the shocks. Advanced auto, $3.18.
Great minds must think alike.
The only difference is I used 3/4" hose and I got my hose from Auto Zone.

Works great and just gets the jack off the shocks.
 
Attached Thumbnails Frame Protectors Soft tail-sears-yellow-jack-with-progressive-shocks.jpg   Frame Protectors Soft tail-sears-yellow-jack.jpg  
Reply
Old Oct 25, 2014 | 04:55 PM
  #8  
98hotrodfatboy's Avatar
98hotrodfatboy
Seasoned HDF Member
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Top Answer: 5
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 21,095
Likes: 7,622
From: Poolville
Default sweet

I learned something new today. now I can have some fun. Thanx..........

Originally Posted by cocky
I used an idea I read here. Heater hose slit longwise. 1 inch inside diameter and Its 3/8 thick and thats thick enough that the jack doesnt touch the shocks. Advanced auto, $3.18.
 
Reply
HD Forum Stories

The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders

story-0

7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-3

10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-4

Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Oct 27, 2014 | 11:59 AM
  #9  
SUUIE's Avatar
SUUIE
Road Master
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 796
Likes: 0
From: Mission Viejo, CA
Default

The heater hose is a great cheap way to protect but, I have to wonder if they offer the same stability that the frame protectors, which aren't that expensive, offer.
 
Reply
Old Oct 27, 2014 | 02:09 PM
  #10  
Bluraven's Avatar
Bluraven
Grand HDF Member
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 3,971
Likes: 901
From: Omaha
Default

Originally Posted by SUUIE
The heater hose is a great cheap way to protect but, I have to wonder if they offer the same stability that the frame protectors, which aren't that expensive, offer.
After putting the hose on I found the stability no different than when the jack was directly on the frame.

That being said, I don't see anything wrong with the frame protectors and for $25 it ain't going to break the bank.
 
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:42 AM.

story-0
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson built its reputation on nostalgia, but every so often, the company took a hard left turn into the future.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-20 11:18:19


VIEW MORE
story-1
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles

Slideshow: The bar-and-shield logo shows up on far more than motorcycles, some of the company's most unexpected products have nothing to do with riding.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 16:50:35


VIEW MORE
story-2
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: Not every Harley gets it right, but these are the ones that genuinely earned their reputation.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-15 14:23:21


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever

Slideshow: From the troubled AMF years to modern misfires, these bikes earned reputations for reliability issues, questionable engineering, or disappointing performance.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-01 20:01:09


VIEW MORE
story-4
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In

Slideshow: Killer Custom's "Jail Breaker" build focuses more on stance and visual aggression than mechanical overhaul.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-18 19:20:32


VIEW MORE
story-5
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?

Slideshow: The Swiss custom shop has taken a Harley Softail and stretched it into something so long and low that it looks closer to a rolling sculpture than a conventional motorcycle.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-07 16:15:30


VIEW MORE
story-6
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson's new RMCR concept revives the café racer formula with modern hardware-and it may be exactly the reset the company needs.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-04 12:23:37


VIEW MORE
story-7
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II

Slideshow: A standard cruiser becomes an intricate metal canvas in the hands of a Swiss custom house known for pushing Harley-Davidson platforms far beyond their factory brief.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-02-24 18:19:44


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy

Slideshow: There is no shortage of great motorcycles to buy, but we would avoid these ten.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-02-19 14:50:51


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026

Slideshow: Harley-Davidson's challenges aren't abstract; they show up in dropping shipments, shrinking dealer traffic, and strategic decisions that aren't yet translating into growth.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-01-13 18:33:17


VIEW MORE