This kit has been modified from it's original application to facilitate the installation of the Bad Dad's Extended Saddlebags and the Bad Dad Stretched Softail Fender onto the Harley Davidson Softail ® platform. The kit contains components that will properly space the Bad Dad bags from the Bad Dad fender. It is important to note, however, that the addition of the Extended Saddle Bags WILL require an alternative turn signal arrangement (Not Included).

On applications where the Bad Dad Stretched Softail Fender will not be used, the rear turn signals will still need to be removed from struts and on EVO FLSTC®, turn signal bar will need to be relocated. May not work with rear axle covers. Will work with rigid or quick release sissy bar side plates.

Note: This kit does not include the Harley Davidson Rubber Isolators (P.N. 11464) (QTY 4) nor does it include the Harley Davidson Saddlebag Support Cushions (P.N. 90764-93) (QTY 4). These rubber parts must be used in order to obtain proper Saddlebag fitment.

Note: Exhaust pipes must be lower than rear axle.

Note: On 2008 and UP Softails, remove the rear axle and install from the opposite side of the bike. Add the 1 1/4" spacer between the inside of the frame and the lower bag rail on the left side.

Note: Loctite EVERYTHING!

Note: Check Tire Clearance BEFORE riding.

Instructions

Begin by tearing down the rear end of the motorcycle. For our bike, we were also installing one of our Stretched Wide Rear Fenders, so we removed the seat, taillight assembly, and turn signals. If we were not installing one of our Rear Fenders, removal of the seat and taillight would not be necessary.

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Next, install the upper saddlebag rails. These rails will bolt to the struts using the stock hardware. Install these upper rails on both sides of the motorcycle.

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Now you will install the lower saddlebag rails. Before doing this, you must first remove the rear passenger peg.

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With the rear peg removed, install the lower rail behind the frame, and re-install the passenger peg. Install these lower rails on both sides of the motorcycle.

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Next, we will install the rear "bumper bracket" in order to help brace the left side assembly to the right side. Here is a photo of the bumper with the included bolts and spacers attached.

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Now install the bumper bracket. When installing, you will be joining the upper saddlebag rails, the lower saddlebag rails, and the bumper bracket together. The brackets should be bolted together in this order, starting with the bracket closest to the front of the bike:

1. Lower saddlebag rail
2. Spacers
3. Upper saddlebag rail
4. Bumper bracket

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Now you can install the four (4) "S" hooks onto the upper saddlebag rails. Here is a photo of the "S" hooks.

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"S" hooks installed.

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Next, set the saddlebags onto the lower saddlebag rail, and use the bail head studs and washers to pin the saddlebags to the upper saddlebag rail.

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The saddlebags are now installed on the motorcycle. Again, be sure to make sure all of your bolts are tightened and they you have appropriate clearances before riding.

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Finished assembly using Bad Dad’s Extended Saddle Bags and Softail Rear Fender.

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