My Mods Thread - 2016 Softail Slim S
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Wachuko, few more ideas...
Here's what a Rocker saddlebag looks like on a Slim.
Just in case that swingarm bag turns out to not hold enough.
It didn't for me, so I switched it out...
Custom Dynamics LEDs for license lights
Other idea, StreetStalker front fender
(Cycle Electric regulator visible too)
Just a few more ideas... Hope it helps,
T.
Here's what a Rocker saddlebag looks like on a Slim.
Just in case that swingarm bag turns out to not hold enough.
It didn't for me, so I switched it out...
Custom Dynamics LEDs for license lights
Other idea, StreetStalker front fender
(Cycle Electric regulator visible too)
Just a few more ideas... Hope it helps,
T.
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Wachuko, few more ideas...
Here's what a Rocker saddlebag looks like on a Slim.
Just in case that swingarm bag turns out to not hold enough.
It didn't for me, so I switched it out...
Custom Dynamics LEDs for license lights
Other idea, StreetStalker front fender
(Cycle Electric regulator visible too)
Just a few more ideas... Hope it helps,
T.
Here's what a Rocker saddlebag looks like on a Slim.
Just in case that swingarm bag turns out to not hold enough.
It didn't for me, so I switched it out...
Custom Dynamics LEDs for license lights
Other idea, StreetStalker front fender
(Cycle Electric regulator visible too)
Just a few more ideas... Hope it helps,
T.
I did not even noticed you had an aftermarket front fender...
You had to change the rear light mounts... guessing that was due to the rack mounts... I need to decide if I modify the rack or give up the nice-looking turn signal base/mount... and I really like the base of the rear turn signals and do not want to give that up for the few times a rack would be install...
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Rack, Windshield are in...
Mirrors came in...
Cover insert came in...
Installing the flush mount covers for gas and fuel gauge in tank...
You have to remove the pins from the plug to be able to pull the old gas gauge out... this tool came handy for that. A very thin flat screwdriver also works.
Mirrors came in...
Cover insert came in...
Installing the flush mount covers for gas and fuel gauge in tank...
You have to remove the pins from the plug to be able to pull the old gas gauge out... this tool came handy for that. A very thin flat screwdriver also works.
Last edited by wachuko; Oct 14, 2015 at 10:06 PM. Reason: Added more photos
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Thank you. Couple of things that I see... Custom Dynamics tag lights, I have those in storage for when it is time to mod the tag mount... still not decided how to change the stock unit. So stock for now is fine.
I did not even noticed you had an aftermarket front fender...
I did not even noticed you had an aftermarket front fender...
are a bit dated... And its not "aftermarket", its from HD, guess it'd be
better said non-stock...
You had to change the rear light mounts... guessing that was due to the rack mounts... I need to decide if I modify the rack or give up the nice-looking turn signal base/mount... and I really like the base of the rear turn signals and do not want to give that up for the few times a rack would be install...
rearward on the strut. As for the licenseplate relocation, I moved it to an
axle mount, but the one I used was fixed, so I lost the swivel feature.
So its not only the small rack, but even the HD QD sissybars need to TS relocation.
I guess you could go with a bowman fixed/permanent type sissybar, but I wanted
all my "accessories" to be Quick Detach. Even the Rocker saddlebag comes off
in about 5 seconds....
hth,
T.
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On the relocation kit... Turn Signal Relocation Kit P/N 54296-11
Reading some feedback in the HD site for that kit..
So just for that I lose side mounted tag and the nice looking turn signal base... I don't think so... not for now at least...
Reading some feedback in the HD site for that kit..
MAJOR ADDITIONAL PARTS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION ON FLS SLIM
September 5, 2014
The instructions were complete (with the exception of what I discuss below), well written, and easy to follow. It would be nice if a plain spacer was provided for use in place of the docking point bushing, part number 67621-94.
The instructions do state "Separate purchase and installation of additional parts or accessories may be required for proper installation of this kit on your model motorcycle". However, more information should be provided.
Installing this kit requires you to also install the License Plate Relocation Kit which is an additional $110. This Turn Signal Relocation Kit is shown to only be used on the FLS Slim. Since it is a specific model kit the instructions certainly should give the buyer this important piece of information. I noticed the issue after the Turn Signal Relocation Kit had been ordered and was able to order the License Plate Relocation Kit the next day so my installation wasn't delayed.
How many people have received the Turn Signal Relocation Kit, started installation #which requires removal of the fender#, and then realized the stock license plate mount won't work now? Well durn it all, what now? Do I put it back together until I figure out what to do? Or is the bike down until this gets resolved?
September 5, 2014
The instructions were complete (with the exception of what I discuss below), well written, and easy to follow. It would be nice if a plain spacer was provided for use in place of the docking point bushing, part number 67621-94.
The instructions do state "Separate purchase and installation of additional parts or accessories may be required for proper installation of this kit on your model motorcycle". However, more information should be provided.
Installing this kit requires you to also install the License Plate Relocation Kit which is an additional $110. This Turn Signal Relocation Kit is shown to only be used on the FLS Slim. Since it is a specific model kit the instructions certainly should give the buyer this important piece of information. I noticed the issue after the Turn Signal Relocation Kit had been ordered and was able to order the License Plate Relocation Kit the next day so my installation wasn't delayed.
How many people have received the Turn Signal Relocation Kit, started installation #which requires removal of the fender#, and then realized the stock license plate mount won't work now? Well durn it all, what now? Do I put it back together until I figure out what to do? Or is the bike down until this gets resolved?
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Guess you could paint it though.
T.
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I ran into the same problem in trying to install a HD sissy bar on my FLSS. The turn signal relo kit necessitated the license plate relo kit (which places the plate below the fender lip and surrounded by cheap reflectors). I told the HD people that I like the plate where it is. Stalemate. They said there is no other alternative from HD. So now I'm trying to find a non-HD license bracket that I can place near where the original one was.
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Thank you. I can't wait to see it finished either. I will probably put the stock wheels back to be able to ride it this weekend to Biketoberfest in Daytona.
Still waiting on the spacers, the sensor, and dyna beads for the rear tire (since I had to remove the tire and turn it around, had to get rid of the beads that were there...)... All of that should be here by Friday, but I do not want to rush into the wheel swap and miss something that would put me at risk...
Still waiting on the spacers, the sensor, and dyna beads for the rear tire (since I had to remove the tire and turn it around, had to get rid of the beads that were there...)... All of that should be here by Friday, but I do not want to rush into the wheel swap and miss something that would put me at risk...