Removal
  1. See Figure 1. Remove seat mounting screw from top of rear fender.
  2. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Seats: Softail Models → Seat Tongue. Push seat rearward to free tongue at front of seat from slot or bracket in frame back.
  3. Remove seat from frame.
  4. Install seat mounting screws to fender. Secure until snug.
NOTE
The FXSTB model does not have a removable seat bracket. It is riveted to the bottom of the seat.
Installation
1. Place seat on frame back.
2. Slide seat toward front of motorcycle until the tongue locks into the bracket or slot in the frame back.
3. Push seat forward until rear fender seat retention nut is centered in hole of mounting bracket.
4. Install seat mounting screw.
WARNING
After installing seat, pull upward on seat to be sure it is locked in position. While riding, a loose seat can shift causing loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00070b)
5. Pull up on seat to verify that it is properly secured.
1Seat mounting fastener
2Seat
Figure 1. Seat: FX Softail Models