Removing Rail on a Street Glide?

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Jul 3, 2006 | 11:48 PM

FFeric

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Removing Rail on a Street Glide?

I wasn't sure the best term for it? I would like to remove that rail that runs over the top of the back fender around the seat. I like the clean look of the SG. Is there a kit or something to remove this rail? I do have the quick release passanger backrest. Is this possible? Thanks, Eric

Jul 4, 2006 | 12:31 AM

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RE: Removing Rail on a Street Glide?

Passenger grab rail, 2 bolts on each side, have to remove some docking hardware & fender strut covers to get at 'em. Seems like the rail adds some structural support, not sure if I would remove it, plus it looks okay. When travelling I lock my detach backrest/luggage rack/tourbag to the rail with a cable lock for added security. I was thinking about getting the rail and strut covers powercoated black.

Jul 4, 2006 | 01:19 AM

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RE: Removing Rail on a Street Glide?

I have seen lots of touring bikes with this chrome strut removed. On non-Street Glide touring models it's used as a license plate support.

If you check out J&P Cycles catalog there are light kits which go in the end of the frame mounts that will be left when you remove this rail.

Jul 4, 2006 | 01:54 PM

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RE: Removing Rail on a Street Glide?

Strut or Brace...I've seen them removed too. Look at Fireman Joe

Jul 4, 2006 | 01:59 PM

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RE: Removing Rail on a Street Glide?

I've seen a few SG's with it removed, so it can be done. Have seen a light kit to add also that gives you more LED's at the rear and they mount where the bar enters the strut cover. May have been cycle visions that carries them.