Getting Back Rest Installed

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Jan 28, 2011 | 04:45 PM

phlatkat

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From: Tulsa, OK

Getting Back Rest Installed

Ok, bought a 2010 Ultra with a standard rider back rest already on it. Took it off to put charger leads on battery (that was fun!) and now, can't for the life of me get the back rest back on. It sits so deep under the seat and towards the back I can't get enough grip on the bars to pinch them together so they will slip into the holder. Am I missing a trick? Any suggestions appreciated!

Jay

Last edited by phlatkat; Jan 28, 2011 at 04:47 PM.

Jan 28, 2011 | 05:28 PM

bwana1

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From: TN

Work at it. Use your right hand to pull the slot open, see the slot that the back rest has to go into and squeeze and insert with left hand.

Bwana

Jan 28, 2011 | 05:47 PM

mkguitar

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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins

using all the same mounting holes on the backrest bracket?

if you aren't sure, look for marks from previous bolts/nuts in the other holes

Mike

Jan 28, 2011 | 05:51 PM

aviator

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From: San Antonio, Republic of TEXAS

not sure how your seat attaches. but on my RKC stock seat, I have to pinch the seat back by sliding one hand under the seat - before the seat is bolted down.

Jan 28, 2011 | 06:13 PM

Pops

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If you are referring to the one with the two rods and a spring in the middle I turn my hand so my palm is facing the rear. Squeeze the parts together then slide it down. You are right about not having a lot of room. You can also get one side in then the opposite. Just take your time.

Jan 28, 2011 | 06:28 PM

we_brown

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From: Atlanta, GA

I push the rods together with one hand and then slip both hands down through the opening to help find the bracket. Once I find the bracket and get it positioned properly I take the hand not squeezing the bars out and slide the backrest rods in. It is an acquired skill.