Rear fender light question.
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Rear fender light question.
I was messing with the tail light on my '05 Fat Boy and I noticed there is a junction block behind the light that everything plugs in to. I see one plug is empty. Is that unused plug where a person would plug a fender light into? If so, I'm pretty sure I have found something I want to install. After all, lots of light in the a$$ end of a motorcycle is always a good thing. At least IMHO it it. So my question is this..... what year fender tip light will plug into that receptacle? Does it have to be from a Softail, or can I use one from a touring bike? If so, what years. The research I have done this far shows any light from a 2000-2008 touring bike will plug in, and all I would need to do is drill 2 holes in the fender to mount it. Does this sound correct? Please give me some input so I can order the right part. Its probably pointless to even go to a dealer since those retards will just say Fat Boys don't have rear fender lights so we can't get you one. Please advise.
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I'd think if fender measurements match it would work. As for the plug a test light or multi meter would be your best bet to see if it has power if not, a simple splice into the running light wire would work.
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Thanks guys. Yes, the empty receptacle does in fact have power when the key is turned on. My concern is whether the 2000-2008 touring light will plug into that Softail junction block. If it will, then its a simple plug and play. If not, then I have to find the right plug or start soldering wires. Which is fine, but I would prefer the easy way if possible. I am already drilling holes in the fender to mount the light, so if I can get one with the correct plug I would rather just avoid the hassle.
Benway, a pic would be great. The light part numbers all seemed to switch in 2009, so if it fits yours, I suspect it will fit and plug into my '05.
Benway, a pic would be great. The light part numbers all seemed to switch in 2009, so if it fits yours, I suspect it will fit and plug into my '05.
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