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How do I take the harness out from the stock headlight casing. Im not good with this **** and would appreciate some assistance fast becuase I am in the middle of this right now.
 
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The headlight unplugs under the tank on the left side of the bike, at lest if it is like my 2005. there is a plastic "clip" that houses all the wiring plugs that can be pushed forward off the tab that hold it. Once the housing is detached unplugging the light is simple.
 
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The headlight unplugs under the tank on the left side of the bike, at lest if it is like my 2005. there is a plastic "clip" that houses all the wiring plugs that can be pushed forward off the tab that hold it. Once the housing is detached unplugging the light is simple.
Thanks for the help. I hope its that simple.
 
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Originally Posted by HarleyGoodies
The headlight unplugs under the tank on the left side of the bike, at lest if it is like my 2005. there is a plastic "clip" that houses all the wiring plugs that can be pushed forward off the tab that hold it. Once the housing is detached unplugging the light is simple.
Does your 05 have that stupid headlight lid too?
 
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