relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster

pynki · Aug 14th, 2009, 01:47 AM

Hi I have been running across a reoccuring theme while looking for bags for my nightster. I can't firgure out why there are so many things that it is excluded from as far as accessories go. I want to put in an easy bracket and know I need to relocate the rear turn signals and find a new place for my license plate. It seems that so much stuff always has (does not fit XL883N or XL1200N). Is it because of the cropped rear fender and if so can i replace it with something more user friendly? If so, what?
Thanks for your knowledge
Pynki

NEWHD74FAN · Aug 14th, 2009, 02:17 AM

The Nightster is slightly different beast than Sportsters, it is lowered and uses a "darker theme" to appeal to the younger crowd. That said, it does have different hardware. Depending on your preference, you can "layback" the plate, get a curved plate that conforms to the fender. You can lay it sideways on the left side (if US, Japan) or the right (for those driving on the left), and move your turn signal pods to both side of it using a bracket w/ dirlled out tubes w/mounting bolts.

Hobbit · Aug 14th, 2009, 02:20 AM

the US bike has the side mount plate, juste mount it at the rear as per the international model, as for the turn signal relocation every sportster sufferd from this issue ther need to be move 2-3" further back HD can supply said kit but i think its chrome

the Sporty is not alone in this dilemma the dyna is the same, as i found out recently not even sporty bags fit in the gap between the shock and tune signal

pynki · Aug 14th, 2009, 05:18 AM

This is a perfect example of what I am coming across

Layback License Plate and Turn Signal Relocation Kit
This kit combines our popular Layback License Plate Mount with an integrated turn signal bar to add a stylish slant to the rear fender. Kit relocates the Original Equipment billet-style turn signals from the fender strut to the turn signal bar to allow clearance for saddlebags. This kit is a stylish alternative to Turn Signal Relocation Kit P/N 68732-02A, and includes all necessary mounting, hardware. Fits '04-later XL models (except XL1200N) and '02-later Dyna." models (except FXDWG, FXDF and '09 FXDB).

hjacobson1 · Aug 14th, 2009, 09:16 AM

I have the same dilemma and will most likely get the kit that HD sells for moving the license plate to the rear of the Bike. This is the kit that is used for European versions. Then with this done, I will get a license plate frame with led lights in it that can be wired to the turn signals.

Once I have this, I can remove the turn signals and add what ever bags I want to.

Once I am employed again, I will do this and post pics.

Hobbit · Aug 14th, 2009, 02:44 PM

this is how the nightster looks in the UK with the reg plate at the bottom of the fender

i do miss this bike despite it trying to kill me more than once (engine issue)

NEWHD74FAN · Aug 15th, 2009, 12:39 AM

Bad Bike...Bad Bike...Don't hurt Hobbit lest he brings things most evil upon thee with great vengence and anger...

Okay now pet it gently...ease out the garage and down the driveway...now start it up and ride it like you stole it! Thats how you get the upper hand on that bike especially if it trys to kill you more than once.

Seriously that bike looks like Clark Kent without the glasses, a real wolf in sheeps clothing, no labels, no "cute-sy stuff" just bare bones raw. I really would like a street machine like that. Next time you fashion a fire breather, don't get rid of it...send it 'cross the pond to me...I will watch...well maybe roost on it a bit until it behaves if you want Rob...I'll even leave the license tag alone, as I probably would ride "incognito"

Hobbit · Aug 15th, 2009, 01:46 AM

the new owner loves it but has never hit the limiter which means his never ridden properly ;) (JK) - the issue was injectors and fuel pump from what i gather from the dealer, it cut out going round an island on full tilt, when the rear locked up i was just about quick enough to get the clutch in and stand it up, that was the 2nd time thats when it became a Buell, i keep looking at them still they just look right but the engine mods i would do to one now would make it as quick as my Dyna

Aug 14th, 2009, 01:47 AM	#1
pynki New Family Ride: nightster 2009 Join Date: Jul 18th, 2009 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 9 My Mood:	relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster Hi I have been running across a reoccuring theme while looking for bags for my nightster. I can't firgure out why there are so many things that it is excluded from as far as accessories go. I want to put in an easy bracket and know I need to relocate the rear turn signals and find a new place for my license plate. It seems that so much stuff always has (does not fit XL883N or XL1200N). Is it because of the cropped rear fender and if so can i replace it with something more user friendly? If so, what? Thanks for your knowledge Pynki

Aug 14th, 2009, 02:17 AM	#2
NEWHD74FAN Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200RS Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 4,999 My Mood:	Re: relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster The Nightster is slightly different beast than Sportsters, it is lowered and uses a "darker theme" to appeal to the younger crowd. That said, it does have different hardware. Depending on your preference, you can "layback" the plate, get a curved plate that conforms to the fender. You can lay it sideways on the left side (if US, Japan) or the right (for those driving on the left), and move your turn signal pods to both side of it using a bracket w/ dirlled out tubes w/mounting bolts. __________________ Please stop by the "Self Help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<<

Aug 14th, 2009, 02:20 AM	#3
Hobbit Moderators Ride: 09 CVO Ultra Classic Join Date: May 18th, 2007 Location: The Shires UK Posts: 8,740 My Mood:	Re: relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster the US bike has the side mount plate, juste mount it at the rear as per the international model, as for the turn signal relocation every sportster sufferd from this issue ther need to be move 2-3" further back HD can supply said kit but i think its chrome the Sporty is not alone in this dilemma the dyna is the same, as i found out recently not even sporty bags fit in the gap between the shock and tune signal __________________ Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

Aug 14th, 2009, 05:18 AM	#4
pynki New Family Ride: nightster 2009 Join Date: Jul 18th, 2009 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 9 My Mood:	Re: relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster This is a perfect example of what I am coming across Layback License Plate and Turn Signal Relocation Kit This kit combines our popular Layback License Plate Mount with an integrated turn signal bar to add a stylish slant to the rear fender. Kit relocates the Original Equipment billet-style turn signals from the fender strut to the turn signal bar to allow clearance for saddlebags. This kit is a stylish alternative to Turn Signal Relocation Kit P/N 68732-02A, and includes all necessary mounting, hardware. Fits '04-later XL models (except XL1200N) and '02-later Dyna." models (except FXDWG, FXDF and '09 FXDB). Attached Thumbnails

Aug 14th, 2009, 09:16 AM	#5
hjacobson1 Contributor$ Ride: Nightster Join Date: Jan 22nd, 2008 Location: Waterford, WI Posts: 99 My Mood:	Re: relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster I have the same dilemma and will most likely get the kit that HD sells for moving the license plate to the rear of the Bike. This is the kit that is used for European versions. Then with this done, I will get a license plate frame with led lights in it that can be wired to the turn signals. Once I have this, I can remove the turn signals and add what ever bags I want to. Once I am employed again, I will do this and post pics.

Aug 14th, 2009, 02:44 PM	#6
Hobbit Moderators Ride: 09 CVO Ultra Classic Join Date: May 18th, 2007 Location: The Shires UK Posts: 8,740 My Mood:	Re: relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster this is how the nightster looks in the UK with the reg plate at the bottom of the fender i do miss this bike despite it trying to kill me more than once (engine issue) __________________ Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

Aug 15th, 2009, 12:39 AM	#7
NEWHD74FAN Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200RS Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 4,999 My Mood:	Re: relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster Bad Bike...Bad Bike...Don't hurt Hobbit lest he brings things most evil upon thee with great vengence and anger... Okay now pet it gently...ease out the garage and down the driveway...now start it up and ride it like you stole it! Thats how you get the upper hand on that bike especially if it trys to kill you more than once. Seriously that bike looks like Clark Kent without the glasses, a real wolf in sheeps clothing, no labels, no "cute-sy stuff" just bare bones raw. I really would like a street machine like that. Next time you fashion a fire breather, don't get rid of it...send it 'cross the pond to me...I will watch...well maybe roost on it a bit until it behaves if you want Rob...I'll even leave the license tag alone, as I probably would ride "incognito" __________________ Please stop by the "Self Help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<< Last edited by NEWHD74FAN; Aug 15th, 2009 at 12:43 AM.

Aug 15th, 2009, 01:46 AM	#8
Hobbit Moderators Ride: 09 CVO Ultra Classic Join Date: May 18th, 2007 Location: The Shires UK Posts: 8,740 My Mood:	Re: relocating tail lights and license plate on a 2009 nightster the new owner loves it but has never hit the limiter which means his never ridden properly ;) (JK) - the issue was injectors and fuel pump from what i gather from the dealer, it cut out going round an island on full tilt, when the rear locked up i was just about quick enough to get the clutch in and stand it up, that was the 2nd time thats when it became a Buell, i keep looking at them still they just look right but the engine mods i would do to one now would make it as quick as my Dyna __________________ Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

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