BILLET LICENSE-PLATE FRAME KIT
J032842013-11-01
GENERAL
Kit Number
60060-04
Models
For model fitment information, see the P&A retail catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
WARNINGRider 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)
INSTALLATION
All Models
| 1. | Remove the screws and nuts fastening the license plate (if installed) to the bracket. NOTE In most cases, the Billet License-Plate Frame can be mounted with the nameplate cavity either at the top or the bottom. See Figure 1. See reflector note later in these instructions for exception. |  Figure 1. License Plate Frame Orientation Options |
| 2. | See Figure 5. Obtain the licensee plate frame (1) and two T-slot screws (3 or 4) from the kit. Slide the screws into the lower slots in the frame. | |
| 3. | Place the license-plate frame on the bracket, aligning the screws in the frame to the bottom screw holes of the stock bracket. |
- If the bottom of the license-plate frame covers any part of the reflector on the bottom of the stock bracket, go to Step 4.
- If the bottom of the license-plate frame does not cover any part of the reflector on the bottom of the stock bracket, go to first step for your model motorcycle.
- Set the frame and screws aside. Remove the existing reflector. Clean any remaining adhesive from the bracket with a mixture of 50 to 70% isopropyl alcohol and 30 to 50% distilled water or, if necessary, straight isopropyl alcohol. Allow the bracket to dry thoroughly, then go to first step for your model motorcycle.
For Models With Three-Point License Bracket:
NOTE
If the original reflector was removed, and the new reflector will not fit below the new license-plate frame, the frame should only be installed with the nameplate cavity at the top.
| 1 | 1. Original equipment license plate bracket |
| 2 | License plate back plate |
| 3 | New short screws, nuts and washers (2) |
| 4 | New long screws, nuts and washers (2) |
| 5 | Billet license plate frame |
Figure 2. Install License and Frame (Models With 3-Point Mounting Bracket)
| 1. | See Figure 2. Rotate the new license-plate frame to place the nameplate cavity at the top or bottom, as desired (see Figure 1 ). Insert two long T-slot screws (4) from the kit into the lower slots in the frame. Insert the two short T-slot screws (3) into the upper slots in the frame. | |
| 2. | Place the vehicle license-plate over the threads of the four T-slot screws installed in Step 1. Install the backing plate, with the tab up and bent away from the license plate, over the screw threads. | |
| 3. | Hook the tab at the top of the backing plate under the OE license-plate bracket clamp. Insert the two lower screws through the holes in the bracket. Install a flat washer and lock nut from the kit onto each of the four screws. Tighten all lock nuts to 0.1 N·m (10 in-lbs). Proceed to ALL MODELS section. |
For 2000 and Later FX Softail Models, 1999 and later FXDWG Models, for all VRSC Models, and for models fitted with a Bobtail Fender Kit:
| 1 | Original equipment license plate/ tail lamp bracket |
| 2 | License plate back plate |
| 3 | License plate |
| 4 | Original screws and nuts (2) |
| 5 | Drill bit |
Figure 3. Drill License Bracket Mounting Holes (FX Softail and FXDWG Models)
| 1. | See Figure 3. Temporarily fasten the bottom of the license-plate back plate (2) and license plate (3) to the OE license-plate/ tail lamp bracket (1) with the screws and nuts (4) removed in All Models section, Step 1, but do not tighten. | |
| 2. | Place a block of wood between the rear tire and the OE license-plate bracket. a. Use the license plate as a template to mark the frame's two upper mounting locations on the OE bracket. Remove the back plate from the bracket. b. Drill a 1/16-inch pilot hole through the bracket at each of the two upper mounting locations. c. Enlarge the pilot holes using a 9/32-inch drill bit. d. Remove the wood block. Remove and discard the OE screws and nuts. | |
| 3. | Rotate the new license-plate frame to place the nameplate cavity at the top or bottom, as desired (see Figure 1 ). Insert four long T-slot screws (4) from the kit into the slots in the frame. | |
| 4. | Place the vehicle license plate over the threads of the four T-slot screws installed in Step 3. Install the backing plate, with the tab up and bent away from the license plate, over the screw threads. | |
| 5. | Insert the four screws through the holes in the OE bracket. Install a flat washer (5) and lock nut (6) onto each screw. Tighten all fasteners to 0.1 N·m (10 in-lbs). Proceed to ALL MODELS section. |
For Touring Models:
NOTE
If the original reflector was removed, and the new reflector will not fit below the new license-plate frame, the frame should only be installed with the nameplate cavity at the top.
| 1 | Original equipment license plate bracket |
| 2 | License plate back plate |
| 3 | New screws, nuts and washers (4) |
| 4 | Billet license plate frame |
Figure 4. Install License and Frame (Touring Models)
| 1. | See Figure 4. Rotate the new license-plate frame to place the nameplate cavity at the top or bottom, as desired (see Figure 1 ). Insert two long T-slot screws (4) from the kit into the lower slots in the frame. Insert the two short T-slot screws (3) into the upper slots in the frame. | |
| 2. | Place the vehicle license plate over the threads of the T-slot screws installed in Step 1. Install the backing plate, with the tab up and bent away from the license plate, over the screw threads. | |
| 3. | Insert the screws through the holes in the original equipment license-plate bracket. Install a flat washer and lock nut from the kit onto each of the four screws. Tighten all lock nuts to 0.1 N·m (10 in-lbs). Proceed to ALL MODELS section. |
All Models
- See Figure 5. If the original reflector was removed:
- Choose the appropriate nameplate (8) from the kit. Remove the adhesive-strip cover from the back of the nameplate.
- Position the nameplate in the nameplate cavity and press the adhesive backing firmly into place.
- Firmly rub the nameplate, applying enough pressure to verify a strong adhesive bond to the frame.
- Obtain the new rear reflector (7) from the kit. Remove the adhesive-strip cover from the back of the reflector.
- Position the upper edge of the replacement reflector against the bottom edge of the new license-plate frame and press the adhesive backing firmly to the original equipment license-plate bracket. If the reflector does not fit below the license-plate frame, install the reflector at the bottom of the frame.
- Firmly rub the replacement reflector, applying enough pressure to the reflector to verify a strong adhesive bond to the stock bracket.
WARNINGFederal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108 requires motorcycles to be equipped with rear and side reflectors. Be sure rear and side reflectors are properly mounted. Poor visibility of rider to other motorists can result in death or serious injury. (00336b)
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 5. Service Parts
Table 1. Service Parts
Item | Description (Quantity) | Part Number |
|---|---|---|
1 | License plate frame (billet) | Not sold separately |
2 | Back plate, license plate frame | Not sold separately |
3 | Screw, T-slot, 1/4-20 x 5/8 in. long (2) | 4397 |
4 | Screw, T-slot, 1/4-20 x 7/8 in. long (4) | 4398 |
5 | Flat washer, chrome, 1/4 in (2) | 6868 |
6 | Lock nut, Nylock, 1/4-20, chrome (4) | Not sold separately |
7 | Reflector, rear (red) 59988-72A | |
8 | Nameplate, "Harley-Davidson" Nameplate, "Fat Boy" Nameplate, "Road King" Nameplate, "Sportster" | Not sold separately |
Not included in kit: A License plate | ||