Need help with Adjustable Backrest mount
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Need help with Adjustable Backrest mount
Does anyone have the 52596-09A mount installed on their bike? I have the mount installed that holds the back rest but am not sure about the other end where the cable lever is located. I put the clip on and mounted the lever but apparently stripped out the bolt that goes through it with a 1/4" ratchet somehow and am not sure I have it attached correctly. The instructions kept referring to the mid-frame air deflector which my 2014 SGS does not have. I also wasn't sure if the cable was supposed to go through the hole on the side of the bracket.
A picture or 2 of the lever end mounted on a Street Glide or other bike without the deflector would be a huge help. Thanks in advance.
A picture or 2 of the lever end mounted on a Street Glide or other bike without the deflector would be a huge help. Thanks in advance.
Last edited by martinjd; Jun 8, 2014 at 08:57 AM.
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Glad you got it figured out...I was about to post some pics for you. The H-D instructions for this kit are not very good. I was able to figure it out as well, despite the instructions, not because of them.
Love my adjustable backrest, but I need to get mine straightened out a bit--the stock bend in the backrest seems to place it a little too far forward, even when it is back as far as it will go. I tried to straighten it myself, even using a torch with MAPP gas, but couldn't get it adjusted enough. I'm going to bring it to a buddy who has an oxy-acetylene rig for a bit more heat. I only need a couple more degrees to get it perfect.
Love my adjustable backrest, but I need to get mine straightened out a bit--the stock bend in the backrest seems to place it a little too far forward, even when it is back as far as it will go. I tried to straighten it myself, even using a torch with MAPP gas, but couldn't get it adjusted enough. I'm going to bring it to a buddy who has an oxy-acetylene rig for a bit more heat. I only need a couple more degrees to get it perfect.
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I see that yeah, maybe someone can reposition that welded pin-hole plate on the back lower and cut off a portion of the top, then it will sit as low as you need. Looks like it can be done if someone has that capability.
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I cut about 2" out of the bracket below the pad above the angle, and rewelded it. You can't tell by looking at it, and it sits nice and low when I run my Street Glide seat. When I use my Ultra seat, I just simply adjust the pad up to the higher holes on the bracket. Too easy.
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I cut about 2" out of the bracket below the pad above the angle, and rewelded it. You can't tell by looking at it, and it sits nice and low when I run my Street Glide seat. When I use my Ultra seat, I just simply adjust the pad up to the higher holes on the bracket. Too easy.
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