Sissy Bar Question
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Sissy Bar Question
I know there are tons of smart wrenches on this site, so I thought I would throw this out there. I scored this sweet "Retro" style sissy bar of a great guy on E-Bay. The problem is I am sure it is off an old xl sporty (Back tire size likely 130mm), I have bought it thinking I could take a hydraulic jack and spread it in the middle, while putting it in a press and pressing the two outer bars back in at the same time (with a little heat of course) to fit my 04 FXSTS. I cant think of any other way, but thought maybe somebody on here might have an idea?.........Thanks. I have to get it re-chromed/powder coated once it is done, so iam open to all options!.
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I know there are tons of smart wrenches on this site, so I thought I would throw this out there. I scored this sweet "Retro" style sissy bar of a great guy on E-Bay. The problem is I am sure it is off an old xl sporty (Back tire size likely 130mm), I have bought it thinking I could take a hydraulic jack and spread it in the middle, while putting it in a press and pressing the two outer bars back in at the same time (with a little heat of course) to fit my 04 FXSTS. I cant think of any other way, but thought maybe somebody on here might have an idea?.........Thanks. I have to get it re-chromed/powder coated once it is done, so iam open to all options!.
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From: Leander Texas
I made mine fit the 05 sportster harley fixed side-plates by drilling the extra hole for the bolt. You should get about $200 american money for the bar and maybe another $100 for the brackets.
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From: trivoli illinois
i think i'd come up with a different sideplate setup before messing with that nice vintage bar. swap meet a set of late model sideplates, and have them modified. steve
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Road Warrior
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Please!!!! Don't touch it. That beautiful piece belongs as is on a bike out there just waiting to be graced with it. What an awesome sissy bar!!!
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I think I am going to leave it alone!!! I can appreciate history!!!!! If anybody knows anybody looking for one $250 U.S. + Shipping and it is gone (Everything you see in the picture), plus I do have an extra set of sideplates!!!
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