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Old Aug 23, 2020 | 06:21 PM
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I have a 2017 48. I am used to having the mirrors on top of the bars instead under them. Maybe because I'm used to them on top but it doesn't seem like I can see what's behind as well. Can you mount them on top like a regular sportster and if so, do I need any parts to do it? Thanks
 
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No parts needed...just flip them back up on top of control mounts.
 
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Thank you so much
 
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I have a 2020 48 with the stock underslung mirrors rear view was poor so I fitted HD mirror extensions. HD claim they dont fit but only due to one of the extensions having a lug/tab on it ( I pick up pattern parts) so I just cut it off on a bench grinder....fits great so I set the mirrors up so I can just so the outer edge of my hip. with no apparent blind spot from mirror to shoulder check...
 
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Only way i could get mine to adjust to be able to see good was to loosen my controls and push them forward just a bit , then they was to close to tank for my comfort so i flipped em back on top , and ordered a diff set of mirrors
 
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