Harley Sportster Fairing Install

[@teddyrocker003]

Great video. Got the exact same kit and I thought I’d share my tips on how to get it nice and tight. First of all, mount the fairing frame on the bike, not on the fairing. Keep the nut holdning the headlight ON, just tighten the extender nut on the remaining threads, I’m sure that’s the intention, I tried it without the original nut and it was close to impossible to the the fairing to line up. Loosen the handlebars and the speedometer for better access, I just let it hang on the tank with a cloth between. There’s nothing wrong with using washers, put the washer between the fairing bracket and the bolt! And of course, the thick washer between the fairing bracket and stock headlight holder. Hope this helps anyone. Sorry about the snapped bolt dude, that’s a gigantic pain in the ass. Ride safe.

[@Etienne_Diecast]

I thought you were mistaken when I first saw the video, but when I attempted installing it on my 2022 model I encountered the same issues. Great vid

[@AlenGarner]

Thanks for the comment, don’t forget to sub and if you would like me to film anything else

[@daytonmunk3128]

Thanks for this install video, the bolts are random as hell and I am still curious what the ones we cant figure out what they are for are actually for... On my way to ACE hardware for some decent hardware for install as we speak.

[@Yamahoe07]

I have the same kit gave up on it for a month but the best way I found to mount this was to throw all the hardware away go to hardware store and get I think m6 Allen bolt (socket caps I think they’re called) undo the 2 bolts holding the stock headlight fairing on, put bracket on faring and use the stock bolts for the headlight fairing, bolt bracket to bike then bolt fairing to bracket. Easiest way ive seen takes less time then the “right” way and in my opinion the fit is better using this method

[@AlenGarner]

zackary bowling yea exactly. I don’t have this fairing anymore and will be fitting up a T sport

[@elchavo-ruco2599]

Como hacer lo fácil complicado, primero se monta el arnés y luego el fairing:)

[@Elitepred5]

Does it matter if there is a slight gap between the bottom of the fairing and headlight or should the be touching?

[@AlenGarner]

It should be even if I remember correctly

[@cobbdouglas690]

Installed a super similar fairing on my Iron. Do you ever get squeaking when you turn the handlebars? It comes and goes... I think it's coming from the 3 bolts where the bracket is attached to the actual fairing (rubbing between the fairing and the mounting bracket).

[@AlenGarner]

Never got any noise at all, just make sure everything is tightened down and nothing is rubbing. Possibly the clutch cable on the fairing ?

[@joeschmo8732]

I see risers are those stock or longer ? Also if longer did the speedo clamp extend enough without having to play with wiring ?

[@AlenGarner]

I believe they were 2 inch extensions on the factory risers and stock wiring. Pretty great for little cost

[@joeschmo8732]

@@AlenGarner ok good yo know 😆 my stock risers are 1.7 and i wana take them off and put 3 but not wanting to extend speedo wires

[@AlenGarner]

You won’t have to extend anything and will be solid, let me know how it goes

[@dimitriospapafoteinos8624]

Alen the risers seem much taller than 2". Stock Are 2" if I am not mistaken... These seem 5" or 6"...

[@AlenGarner]

These are the stock risers with a 2 inch spacer under them, I’m not sure exactly how tall both are combined.

[@soddogenddo]

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[@jasonjarrell7695]

I think it's way easier to install bracket then use the three bolts to attach the fairing

[@AlenGarner]

Yea either way works good. This was a nice little fairing I’ve upgraded to a bigger one now.

[@Ratbiker]

Hey man I just installed this exact fairing on my bike (same missing boat and those two extra random tie bolts. What a damn chore it was to install, but it’s on finally. It feels like it’s going to break off on the first ride though. How is yours holding up?

[@AlenGarner]

Ratbiker mine was very very sturdy I actually just recently switched to a larger one but loved the sleek look of that one

[@Ratbiker]

Alen Garner mine feels sturdy also. But the 3 anchor points in the plastic are already showing stress discoloration on the outside of the fairing. I didn’t tighten that much. And the rubber part where the missing bolt went wasn’t threaded properly. I tried to chase it but it didn’t help much

[@AlenGarner]

Ratbiker hmm strange, maybe around the area where it’s showing signs of stress put some gorilla glue around it just as preventative maintenance on it

[@Ratbiker]

Alen Garner I didn’t pay much for it. Cheap Chinese plastic. When it breaks I’ll get a name brand fairing. It does look slick though 👌🏼

[@dimitriospapafoteinos8624]

@Alen Garner Hello friend, thank you for the video! How tall risers are those?

[@docrider1199]

What year is your bike? I had a hard time adjusting the new fairing to the headlight. I have no clue where those 2 bolts go either.

[@Nomessiah]

So I want a fairing for my 2020 883 and I saw the same one on Amazon but where can I buy the tall club style wind glasss guard thing lol??

[@AlenGarner]

I’m not sure exactly but I’d check eBay

[@joelrochajr75]

How did you do to take out the bolt that was broke?... I’ve bought new bolts but one have broke also.... 🙄

[@AlenGarner]

So I got lucky there was enough threads for me to grab onto but ended up spraying some lubrication and got vice grips and just went super slow and backed it out.

[@joelrochajr75]

@@AlenGarner well I’m not so lucky... it is deep I need to dismount the faring and drill the bolt , and then catch him and unscrew...

[@AlenGarner]

@@joelrochajr75 that’s a bummer sorry to hear that

[@dustinchaffins]

Will this fit with my spedo and oil guage still in the stock position?

[@AlenGarner]

Not sure how it will fit with the dual gauge setup

[@marcmeyer7377]

What size quality bolts did you use instead?

[@AlenGarner]

I don’t know the size as I just found random bolts around my dads shop. As for strength grade 8 or higher

[@cgcarreno]

Thanks for sharing. Looks great, you did well! I also, want to either install ape hangers or risers like yours. How big are those risers and was there enough slack on all the cables without having to buy a cable kit?

[@AlenGarner]

cgcarreno they are 2 inch and thank you

[@cgcarreno]

@@AlenGarner awesome, thanks for getting back. Enjoy your new bike and be safe out there.

[@AlenGarner]

cgcarreno alot more videos to come so subscribe and see all the cool things I will be doing

[@russellbrown4562]

I bought a 2018 Iron 883. Dealing with a ton of wind on the highway. Does this help with that or should I get a bigger fairing (Memphis Cafe) etc

[@AlenGarner]

It will help with a good amount of wind vs having nothing bigger the fairing less wind at highway speeds, but will also have more drag bigger you go it’s all about a happy medium

[@russellbrown4562]

@@AlenGarner Ok cool!

[@TheSevenboy127]

Now u see why not to buy parts from ebay u saved a few bucks on a cheap faring with cheap hardware why didn't u use the original harley bolts? now its gonna take a lil bit of work to get that situated Memphis is the one u should of went with it mounts to the forks and no need to tamper with the headlight they are on the expensive side nearly 400

[@joshsisk3171]

There was no reason to mess with the big nut all you have to do is take the 2 bolts out and then mount fairing. You done way to much work

[@AlenGarner]

Has to be removed to install the extension nut and rubber spacer.

[@newyorkrebel5142]

That's my fairing of choice for the IRON.

[@onetakeadventureswithjoeld4679]

2 words , BUY QUALITY

[@AlenGarner]

Some things I agree, but this fairing is exactly the same as the original minus the hardware. I’m constantly changing parts out so it worked great while I had it.

[@anthonysmalawipredators8794]

This product is a piece of shit. The brass threads pulled right out of the plastic dimples that are part of the fairing. ie it can no longer be mounted. I am fucking furious because it looked so good moc'd up...

[@deceptichris]

Mistake was buying an Amazon mod

[@AlenGarner]

$30-40 is affordable vs the exact same thing at Harley for 10x the price. I didn’t run that one long as I wanted a bigger fairing in the end.

[@joshsisk3171]

Why dint you use the bolts you took out that’s what I did. This video is horrible

[@AlenGarner]

You must have a different fairing. The bracket that’s included will not work with the stock nut that holds the headlight in. Have a great day