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Old Mar 4, 2014 | 07:51 PM
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Default Softail slim fender conversion - 2up problem

So I want to convert to this kit:
http://shadetreefabrications.com/store/softail-parts/99-and-up-narrow-tire-fender-conversion-kit-for-softails/

But my gf is upset because it eliminates the passenger seat. Is there a seat similar to the rocker c passenger seat that can fit a slim? Can the rocket c passenger seat setup fit my slim?

I basically need a solution where I can have my rear fender conversion but have a detachable passenger seat. Any help would be apprec. Please provide links where I can buy with your response. Thanks in advance
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 07:07 AM
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The Rocker uses a 240 rear tire and your slim is a 140. There is no way the Rocker part will even come close to fitting. Might be time for the gf to get her own bike.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 08:18 AM
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There aren't a ton of aftermarket stuff that will fit the slim's yet. It's better than last year, but not many yet.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 10:11 AM
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It's a nice look, but it's designed to bob you out. No passenger. Plus if you mounted that Rocker C set up somehow, you'd pretty much be obscuring the look you're going for, IMHO.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 10:17 AM
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Totally agree SoCal, that's why I'd want it easily detachable or removable if possible. Don't get me wrong I hate the look it would just be temp while I ride with my girl. Just trying to get the best of both worlds but I can't seem to find a solution. If you convert the rear like that it seems like u just have to give up having a passenger I guess?
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Proslim
Totally agree SoCal, that's why I'd want it easily detachable or removable if possible. Don't get me wrong I hate the look it would just be temp while I ride with my girl. Just trying to get the best of both worlds but I can't seem to find a solution. If you convert the rear like that it seems like u just have to give up having a passenger I guess?
Kinda. But I'm a guy on crutches till I can ride again in about a month, so my judgement is not so great right now. haha.

I did see a Slim in the "show us your pics" thread, kinda early in the thread, that had mounted a rocker c passenger set up. I believe it was with the stock fender though. Might want to scan that thread.

I do think a Slim looks real cool bobbed out with a fender conversion, not necessarily the huge rear tire thing, more a classic bob like you are going for.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 12:06 PM
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Sounds like you better buy a second bike.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 12:24 PM
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Hspring - lol, I would love a second bike, just waiting on that lottery win

SoCal- sorry to hear you are on crutches man feel better soon. I'll scan the slim posts, thanks for the advice
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 01:37 PM
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hey, found that fender converstion/rocker c thread. Felt bad leaving you to look for it:

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/softa...l-slim-21.html
 
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Old Mar 5, 2014 | 02:29 PM
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Google: suction cup passenger pillion. Only problem with these is they will f#ck up your paint unless you cover your fender with a clear vinyl.

Edit: Forgot that kit mounts to the swingarm and not the frame, so you might be SOL.
 

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