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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 11:58 AM
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Default Pass backrest FLHX?

I want to get a removable passenger backrest for my StreetgLide. I do not plan on adding a tourpack or luggage rack. I am ssuming all I will need to buy is the following: Bakrest pad, Upright and docking hardware. Am I missing anything else? any help is appreciated
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 11:59 AM
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Stinx-you are exactly right. Thats whatya need! Pull out your wallet!
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 12:05 PM
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thanks I priced it at Zanotti Hd and it was $251.16 shipped.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 12:06 PM
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51633-06 Backrest
52933-97B Backrest Kit
53803-06 Docking Kit

Cha-ching $$$$$$$$$$$$
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 05:30 PM
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Yep. That'll get you set-up. Lots of $$$$$$ though.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 07:39 PM
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Well worth it. My wife loves it (makes her feel much more comfortable). The big test will be next weekend when we ride up to Laconia.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 10:46 PM
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My only advice would be to use the instructions as a reference, not a guide. If you plan on doing this yourself, do what looks right. It will work. I did this by the book then threw the book away after several times asking myself what the f..k??? Wife likes it...on and off in a jiffy.



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Old Jun 10, 2007 | 03:40 AM
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I put one on my bike last month. Make sure you have some way of grinding downbolts, have a rat-tail file handy to enlarge and enlongate some bracketry and you will be fine. I agree with Skydriver, take your time and look at the photos then throw away the instructions-they suck. Plan on dry fitting a few times before final wrenching. Don't forget to use Locktite. I had nearly a hand full of nuts and bolts left over from the kit so don't weird out thinking you forgot something.
 
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Old Jun 10, 2007 | 06:09 AM
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well according to Harley you need the kit to mount the pad to the back rest.
kinda sucks they get you every where..

 
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Old Jun 10, 2007 | 03:45 PM
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I have one for my SG as well, you may also want to add the chrome piece that goes on the back of the pad ads a nice touch, I think they only offer 2 or 3 styles for the 3 bolt SG pads.

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