DYNA CUSTOM SEAT KITS
J037412015-10-15
GENERAL
Kit Numbers
See Table 1.
Models
For model fitment information, see the P&A Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only).
Kit Contents
See Figure 6 and Table 2.
See Table 1 for the grab strap part number associated with each seat kit.
Table 1. Kit Numbers and Grab Strap Usage
Kit Number
Grab Strap
Kit Number
Grab Strap
51297-06
51705-06
51417-08
51705-06
51298-06
51705-06
51420-08
51705-06
51299-06
51705-06
51423-08
51705-06
51301-06
51705-06
51424-08
51705-06
51305-07
51705-06
51425-08
51705-06
51306-07
51333-07
51439-08
51705-06
51353-06
51705-06
51447-08
51705-06
51359-06
51705-06
51452-08
51705-06
51364-07
51705-06
52046-06
None
51366-07
51705-06
52047-06
None
51369-06
51705-06
52048-06
51705-06
51375-06
None
52051-06
51705-06
51381-06
51705-06
51621-09
51705-06
51626-09
51705-06
Installation Requirements
Separate purchase of more parts or accessories may be required for proper installation of this seat to your model motorcycle. Refer to the latest P&A Retail Catalog for a list of required parts or accessories for your model.
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)
WARNING
Do not install these seat kits on motorcycles that are not equipped with an appropriate grab strap and passenger footpegs. If footpegs and grab strap are not installed, passenger could fall from moving motorcycle or grab onto operator, causing loss of control and death or serious injury. (00410b)
REMOVAL
NOTE
Avoid scratching painted surfaces with tools or metal seat tabs.
1. Remove currently installed seat following the instructions in the owner's manual.
2. For Models with Solo Seat: See Figure 1. Remove the Bar & Shield hole plug (11) from the rear seat mounting hole (1).
3. For Models with two-up Seat: At the front seat mounting hole (3), remove the retention washer (10) from the seat retention nut (9). From the underside of the fender, remove the seat retention nut from the vehicle. Insert the Bar & Shield hole plug into the front seat mounting hole.
4. See Figure 2. Obtain the cable strap (3) from the kit.
a. Place the retention nut (1) over the cable strap (3) so the wide end of the nut rests on the eye of the cable strap.
b. Thread the cable strap up under the fender and through the rearmost seat mounting hole.
c. Pull up on the cable strap to hold the nut snug against the underside of the fender.
d. With the rib on the retention nut seated into the notch in the fender hole, slide the retention washer (2) into place from the rear locking the retention nut in place. Remove cable strap.
5. For Models with two-up Seat: See Figure 3. Remove the four foam squares (1) from the fender. For Models with Solo Seat: See Figure 4. Remove the two foam squares (2) from the fender.
6. Remove any adhesive residue remaining on the fender with a general-purpose adhesive remover (3M part number 051135 or equivalent). Rinse with clear water and dry thoroughly with a clean white cloth. Clean surfaces with isopropyl alcohol. Allow to dry completely.
1Seat mounting hole, rear
2Fender hole, center
3Seat mounting hole, front
4Grab strap mounting hole
5Wire routing hole (reference)
6Fender hole, front (reference)
7Hardware location for two-up seat
8Hardware location for solo seat
9Seat retention nut
10Retention washer
11Hole plug, Bar & Shield
12Hole plug, plain
Figure 1. Fender Hole Identification and Hardware Locations
1Retention nut
2Retention washer
3Cable strap (installation aid)
Figure 2. Retention Nut Installation
1Two-up seat foam squares (4)
2Solo seat foam squares (2)
3Protective tape
4Rounded notch in tape
5Center fender hole
Figure 3. Foam Squares and Protective Tape (Two-Up Seat)
1Solo seat foam squares (2)
2Two-up seat foam squares (4)
3Protective tape
4Rounded notch in tape
5Seat mounting hole, front
Figure 4. Foam Squares and Protective Tape (Solo Seat)
INSTALLATION
1. See Figure 6. From the underside of the fender, insert the screw (9) up through the grab strap mounting hole. Secure with the plastic retention nut (10). For 2010 and Later FXDWG Models: See Figure 5. Verify that the head of the flange screw (1) is clear of the wire guide (2) is installed against the fender.
NOTE
One end of the new grab strap (8) has a single mounting hole, and the opposite end has two holes.
2. Install the end of the new grab strap with the single hole over the screw threads. Bring the opposite end of the strap over the first end as shown. For all Kits EXCEPT 51381-06: Insert the screw threads through the outer hole (A). For Kit 51381-06: Insert the screw through the inner hole (B).
3. Install the washer (11) and hex nut (12) onto the screw to secure the grab strap. Tighten to 6.8–10.2 N·m (60–90 in-lbs).
4. Peel the adhesive backing from the protective tape (3). Carefully position the rounded notch (4) around the center fender hole or seat mounting hole (5) as shown. Smooth the tape firmly into place.
5. See Figure 6. For Models with two-up Seats: Slide the rear of the new seat (1) through the grab strap (8). Rest the seat on the frame backbone. For Models with Solo Seats: Slide the seat toward the front until the front tang locks into the channel in the frame.
6. Secure the seat to the fender with the knurled knob (2) and neoprene washer (3) from the kit.
NOTE
Ambient temperature of at least 60 °F (16 °C) for proper adhesion of the emblem to the knob.
7. Remove the liner from the adhesive backing of the Bar & Shield emblem (4). Rotate the emblem for best appearance, and apply the emblem to the center recess on the knurled knob. Apply even pressure to the emblem for one minute for proper adhesion.
1Flange screw
2Wire guide
Figure 5. Grab Strap Installation - FXDWG Models
SERVICE PARTS
Figure 6. Service Parts: Dyna Custom Seat Kits
Table 2. Service Parts Table
Kit
Item
Description (Quantity)
Part Number
Common items
for ALL seat kits
1
Seat
Not sold separately
2
Knurled knob, 1/4-20
3649
3
Washer, neoprene
6205
4
Emblem, Bar & Shield
14628-96
5
Cable strap (installation aid)
10039
6
Leather dressing
Not sold separately
7
Protective tape
59546-02
Two-up seat kits
additional contents
8
Grab strap
See Table 1
9
Screw, hex head, 1/4-20 x 3/4 inch with washer
3574
10
Retention nut, plastic
7891
11
Flat washer
6036
12
Hex nut, 1/4-20
7792
Items referenced in text, but not included in text:
A
Outermost hole, grab strap
B
Innermost hole, grab strap
C
Retention nut and washer