H-D DETACHABLES FLD SIDEPLATES
J053192014-06-30
GENERAL
Kit Number
52300070A
Models
For model fitment information, see the P&A Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
NOTE
This kit is designed to be used ONLY with Genuine Harley-Davidson sissy bar uprights.
Installation Requirements
Loctite® 262 (red) (Part Number 94759-99) is required for the proper installation of this kit.
Separate purchase of additional parts or accessories may be required for proper installation of this H-D® Detachables™ Kit. See the P&A retail catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only) for a list of required parts or accessories.
WARNINGRider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. Use the appropriate service manual procedures. If the procedure is not within your capabilities or you do not have the correct tools, have a Harley-Davidson dealer perform the installation. Improper installation of this kit could result in death or serious injury. (00333b)
NOTE
This instruction sheet references service manual information. A service manual for your model motorcycle is required for this installation and is available from a Harley-Davidson Dealer.
WARNINGAfter installing sissy bar/sideplate assembly, pull upward to be sure it is locked in position. While riding, a loose sissy bar/sideplate assembly can shift causing loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00388a)
INSTALLATION
Sissy Bar Installation to Sideplates and Docking Points
| 1. | See Figure 4 and Table 1. Insert the legs of the sissy bar upright (A) all the way into the channels (B) of the sideplates (1 and 2) as shown. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2. | Apply a few drops of Loctite 262 - Red to the threads of the button head screws (4). Thread the screws into the holes in the sideplate channels, and tighten to 11–14 N·m (96–120 in-lbs). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 3. | See Figure 1. Place the left-side and right-side front sideplate notches (2) into the front docking points on the fender supports. See Figure 2 for views of correct and incorrect sideplate engagement. NOTE Failure to properly align the front docking points and sideplates may result in damage to the rear docking points. | 
Figure 1. Installing Front Sideplate Notch to Docking Point 
Figure 2. Sideplate Fit to Front Docking Points 
Figure 3. Lower Rear Notches Onto Rear Docking Points | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 4. | See Figure 3. Position the rotary latches (1) over the rear docking points (4). Pull the rotary latches (1) back to their rearmost position as shown. Check to be sure the sideplate notches (3) and latches fit into the neck (5) of the rear docking points as shown.This may require some gentle squeezing or spreading of the sideplates (2). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 5. | Push the rear of the sideplates downward and close the rotary latches by pressing the latch levers as far forward as they will go (see Figure 4). A "CLICK" will be heard when the latches are in place. If the latches do not easily close, do not force. Check the sissy bar alignment again, as described in steps 3 and 4. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 6. | To remove the sissy bar and sideplate assembly, press the release button (1) on each side and pull the latch levers back. Carefully lift the rear of the sideplates up and pull the sissy bar assembly out of the front docking points. |
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 4. Service Parts: H-D Detachables FLD Sideplates
Table 1. Service Parts
Item | Description (Quantity) | Part Number |
|---|---|---|
1 | Sideplate, right | Not sold separately |
2 | Sideplate, left | Not sold separately |
3 | Pivot stud (2) | Not sold separately |
4 | Screw, button head (4) | 94592-98 |
5 | Rotary latch kit (2) (includes items 6-9) | 50300108 |
6 |
| Not sold separately |
7 |
| 6828 |
8 |
| 6827 |
9 |
| 2957 |
Items mentioned in text, but not included in kit. | ||
A | Sissy bar upright | |
B | Channel in sideplate | |
C | Rotary latch release button | |