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I searched the forums for threads on the Detacheable rack for a Sportster 1200. I found some comments but nothing covers the question i have. I have a 2010 Sportster 1200 L. I want to install the rack and i have the proper docking equipment (bolts etc) from Harley. Before I pull the existing screws out of rear fender ; i "positioned" the rack to see how it would "fit.' If anyone has this rack installed, did you have to relocate your rear signal lights? Just from 'positioning' the rack and hearing comments on previous threads about the length of the bolts it looks like this equipment will interfere with the lights. Before I starrt making a mess, is there anyone out there who can answer my question: are the tail lights in the way of the bolts and rack. Thanks in advance.
I have that rack for my '16 Iron. The lights are not relocated or removed. Its a nice quick-attach design. Takes about 5 seconds to attach or rewove, once the hardware is installed on the fender. If you overtighten the bolts (squeeze the fender together a bit) the rack won't align into the slots just right. Just an fyi.
My detachable sissybar/backrest/rack did not need the rear turns relocated. If there is a notch about 3" long in the bottom of the side plates you prob won't have to either. I ended up moving mine later for saddlebags anyway.
Pics of your setup will help. Mine was already on my bike so I am no help on bolt length.
Actually, I might still have the ones that were in it. I swapped mine to add the attachment points for my saddlebags. Will post in a minute.
Ok I found the ones I THINK were what HD used to add the quick detach points for the sissybar.
The camera was hard to line up correctly, but I THINK the chrome one on the bottom was the HD part, and it is 2 3/16" long, and pretty sure 5/16 coarse thread. The ones above were what I picked up at ACE hardware. About 3/16" longer and stainless steel. All are allen head cap screws. Don't take this as gospel unless someone can verify. Again, these were what came from HD to mount the sissybar QD attactment points.
Having read the first post again all I have to add is just read the installation instructions for the docking hardware kit. It is all explained and really couldn't be any clearer that the indicators can stay where they are.
What confused me was the directions: it focuses on installing saddlebags - doesn't even mention the rack -- . The directions go into greater detail about the how to install the bags. You have to figure out how to install the rack - which i guess is the same steps. . The directions you posted here : https://serviceinfo.harley-davidson....6?locale=en_US focuses just on thye rack installation - much more clearer than what I have.
I'm going to use the directions above to install. Thanks all for your clarity on this.
They gave you the wrong kit. Actually, that one should work, but there is a separate part for adding the rack without saddlebags. 53529-04 is what you need if you don't need saddlebags.
You are absolutely right Furious George. After I read the threads below and looked at the pix posted by Handirifle I knew something was wrong.
Thanks for all your help guys! Another trip to the Harley dealer is in order. Im going to make a very strong case however if they give me static on their return policy which says returns have to be done within 10 days. It's over a month for me. But that's a battle I'll have to fight. Thanks again everyone. U R The Best!
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Detacheable rack for Sportster 1200 L
