COMPACT BACKREST PAD KITS

J065092022-09-28

GENERAL INFORMATION

Table 1. General Information

Kits	Suggested Tools	Skill Level⁽¹⁾
52300556A, 52300555A, 52300558A, 52300559A, 52300617A	Safety Glasses, Torque Wrench

(1) Tightening to torque value or other moderate tools and techniques required

KIT CONTENTS

Figure 1. Kit Contents: Compact Backrest Pad Kit

Table 2. Kit Contents: Compact Backrest Pad Kit

	Verify that all contents are present in the kit before installing or removing items from vehicle.
	Item	Qty	Description	Part No.	Notes
	1	1	Backrest pad	Not sold separately
	2	1	Bracket, mounting	52300565A
	3	1	Medallion	Not sold separately
	4	2	Screw	94385-92T
Items mentioned in text, but not included in kit
	A	1	Original Equipment (OE) Detachable sissy bar upright

GENERAL

Models

For model fitment information, see the Parts and Accessories (P&A) Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com.

Verify that the most current version of the instruction sheet is used. It is available at: h-d.com/isheets

Contact Harley-Davidson Customer Support Center at 1-800-258-2464 (U.S. only) or 1-414-343-4056.

Installation Requirements

WARNING

Rider and passenger safety depend upon the correct installation of this kit. 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. (00308b)

INSTALL (TOURING/SOFTAIL)

1.	See Figure 1. Position backrest pad (1) so that contour in base aligns with top of OE sissy bar upright (A). NOTE Side of bracket (3) are not symmetrical. Width at top is narrower than width at bottom. Use a mixture of 50:50 isopropyl alcohol and water solution to thoroughly clean surface of OE upright (A) before installing bracket (2). Allow to dry completely. Install at room temperature. 10–32 °C (50–90 °F)
2.	Remove adhesive backing from left and right sides of bracket (3).
3.	See Figure 1. Place mounting bracket against pad so that OE sissy bar upright (A) is between pad (1) and bracket (2).
4.	Position and press bracket (2) firmly onto OE sissy bar upright (A).
5.	Insert screws (4). Tighten. Torque: 6.8 N·m (60 in-lbs)

MEDALLION ALIGNMENT

1.	See Figure 1. Use a mixture of 50:50 isopropyl alcohol and water solution to thoroughly clean surface of OE sissy bar upright (A) before installing bracket (2). Allow to dry completely. Install at room temperature. Temperature: 10–32 °C (50–90 °F)
2.	See Figure 2. Place a three inch piece of masking tape (2) centered over bar and shield of medallion (1).
3.	Remove paper from adhesive backing. NOTE See Figure 3. Side of bracket (3) are not symmetrical. Width at top is narrower than width at bottom. See Figure 3. Align medallion horizontal bar (1) with lower edge (2) of bracket. These two must be parallel.
4.	See Figure 2. Install medallion to bracket. a. Holding tape, lower medallion into recessed area on bracket. b. Apply uniform pressure for one minute.

1	Medallion
2	Masking tape

Figure 2. Apply Tape to Medallion

1	Medallion, horizontal bar
2	Bracket, lower edge
3	Rounded sides of bracket

Figure 3. Medallion Alignment

BRACKET ATTACHMENT

1.	See Figure 1. If necessary, cut plastic rain seal away from pre-cut screw holes in backrest pad (1) to prevent plastic from catching in the threads.
2.	Position backrest pad (1) so that contour in base aligns with top OE of sissy bar upright (A). NOTE See Figure 3. Sides of bracket (3) are not symmetrical. Width at top is narrower than width at bottom. See Figure 1. Use a mixture of 50:50 isopropyl alcohol and water solution to thoroughly clean surface of OE sissy bar upright (A) before installing bracket (2). Allow to dry completely. Install at room temperature. 10–32 °C (50–90 °F)
3.	See Figure 3. Remove adhesive backing from left and right sides of bracket (3).
4.	See Figure 1. Place mounting bracket (2) against pad (1) so that OE sissy bar upright (A) is between pad and bracket.
5.	Position and press bracket (2) firmly onto OE sissy bar upright (A).
6.	See Figure 1. Insert screws (4). Tighten. Torque: 6.8 N·m (60 in-lbs)

INSTALL (RH975)

1.	See Figure 1. Align pad (1) with bracket (2).
2.	Install screws (4). Tighten. Torque: 6.8 N·m (60 in-lbs)