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Old Mar 8, 2010 | 12:19 PM
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Hey there,

In the process of messing about with the external (rear fender) seat screw, It popped out and now, I'm wondering if you have to actually remove the back tire to get this back in there...

there is a large part, and plastic cowling that goes on top, but unless you have arms like an anorexic, I can't see how to get it up in there...

any clues, thoughts, tips or tricks?
 
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Old Mar 8, 2010 | 12:23 PM
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I took a piece of wire and knotted one end, threaded it through the nut and up through the hole in the fender attaching the plastic retaining piece. is that what you meant?
 
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awesome idea...Thanx Rider1200...I'm going to attempt that..
 
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You're a star Rider1200...worked like a charm...I owe the rest of this fine riding day to you my friend...Cheers!
 
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Glad I could help hope you enjoy the ride.
 
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Anybody else reading this....a ziptie works great
 
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Anybody else reading this....a ziptie works great
+1......

Ziptie's ....... never leave home with out'm!
 
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cool...i'll keep some of those handy...Thanks all..
 
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+1......

Ziptie's ....... never leave home with out'm!


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For sure.I have a few with me all the time
 
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Absolutely.

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