SOFTAIL STANDARD SIZED BACKREST PAD KITS
J065102024-01-25
GENERAL INFORMATION
Table 1. General Information
Kits | Suggested Tools | Skill Level(1) |
|---|---|---|
52300557, 52300560, 52300733 | Safety glasses, Torque wrench |  |
(1) Tightening to torque value or other moderate tools and techniques required
KIT CONTENTS
Figure 1. Kit Contents: Standard Sized Backrest Pad (Softail)
Table 2. Kit Contents: Standard Sized Backrest Pad Kit (Softail)
 | 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 | 3 | Spacer | 51593-05 | |
| 3 | 3 | Screw | 94554-97 | |
Items mentioned in text, but not included in kit | |||||
| A | 1 | Detachable sissy bar upright | ||
| B | 1 | Mounting bracket | ||
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
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)
INSTALL
| 1. | See Figure 1. If necessary, cut plastic rain seal away from two pre-cut holes in backrest (2) to prevent plastic from catching in the threads. | |
| 2. | Place mounting bracket (B) against spacers (2), so that holes of mounting bracket align with spacers. | |
| 3. | Insert one screw (3) from kit through one hole in bracket (B) and spacer (2). NOTE To avoid misalignment and cross threading of screws, start all three screws into backrest before tightening. a. Carefully thread screw 4-5 turns into mating hole in brackrest pad (1). | |
| 4. | Repeat step 3 for remaining two screws (3). DO NOT tighten a screw until all three screws have been started. | |
| 5. | Once all three screws (3) have been carefully started into the three holes of backrest pad (1), tighten screws. Torque: 6.2 N·m (55 in-lbs) |