2008 Fatboy Detachable backrest help please
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2008 Fatboy Detachable backrest help please
I am going to buffalo from Canada to pick up my new Detachable backrest (Essentials Kit) \\;for my 08 Fatboy It is 40% cheaper that I did it \\;this way. Only thing is I will have to install it myself. Will I have to relocate the rear turn signal lights???? I may have bitten off more than i can chew.. But hell I am saving $400.00.
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RE: 2008 Fatboy Detachable backrest help please
ORIGINAL: devo5566
Will I have to relocate the rear turn signal lights
Laim
Will I have to relocate the rear turn signal lights
Laim
I bought the same kit for mine and they told me I would have to relocate the signal lights. (haven't installed them yet)
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From: Lufkin, Tx.
RE: 2008 Fatboy Detachable backrest help please
You will have to relocate your turn signals which from what I understand just sticks them farther out. I got strut end lights made by Alloy Art, they really clean up the rear end. Sorry, I have'nt figured out how to do pics yet but you can order them direct or from Drag Specialties.(just an option for the relocation kit. As for installing all this yourself,It really isn't that hard. The instructions that come with the docking hardware are pretty good. Did mine in a couple of hours. Good luck.
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From: Leander Texas
RE: 2008 Fatboy Detachable backrest help please
http://www.haulenass.com/sissy_bars_backrests
yes you have to relocate unless you get one of these. I love mine because i am solo most of the time
http://www.haulenass.com/customer_pics
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remember the dollar conversion when comparing prices
yes you have to relocate unless you get one of these. I love mine because i am solo most of the time
http://www.haulenass.com/customer_pics
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remember the dollar conversion when comparing prices
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RE: 2008 Fatboy Detachable backrest help please
HD Relo kit neededdealer did mine at purchase. Sticks the lights a little further back but not an issue appearance wise for me or any I have heard. \\;I love mine.
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Luggage rack attaches and goes on and off with the backrestI recommend.
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NOTE: \\; I got touring wide back rest pad that matches Fat Boy seat etc and wife loves it. \\; The T-Bag line includes some bags that will fit over the wise back rest. \\; I am 500+ miles in a trip now using that set-up.
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Luggage rack attaches and goes on and off with the backrestI recommend.
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NOTE: \\; I got touring wide back rest pad that matches Fat Boy seat etc and wife loves it. \\; The T-Bag line includes some bags that will fit over the wise back rest. \\; I am 500+ miles in a trip now using that set-up.
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RE: 2008 Fatboy Detachable backrest help please
Hi,
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This is no big deal at all. Did mine in the garage. Everythig was finished within an hour. Bear in mind - you will have to take the rear fender off to access the bolts.
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This is no big deal at all. Did mine in the garage. Everythig was finished within an hour. Bear in mind - you will have to take the rear fender off to access the bolts.
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RE: 2008 Fatboy Detachable backrest help please
 \\; \\; DID MINE ON MY 03 SOFTAIL STANDARD,HAD TO RELOCATE BACK AND KIT CONTAINED \\;DIFFERENT SIGNAL MOUNTS.I HAD TO SPLICE \\; WIRES AND ALMOST CAME UP TO SHORT. JUST WANTED TO MENTIONTHIS AS THAT WAS THE ONLY THING THAT  \\;MADE MINE AWKWARD. \\; EASIER THAN I THOUGHT. GOOD LUCK.
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