Harley Sportster Sissy Bar Detachable Docking Hardware Kit 53544-04-2022

Install compatible Harley-Davidson detachable accessories on your Sportster with this sissy bar detachable docking hardware kit. Referencing Harley-Davidson part number 53544-04, this hardware is required for certain detachable sideplate, rack, sissy bar upright, and Tour-Pak rack applications. It fits 2004-2024 XL models, with the exception of 2016-later XL1200CX models.

Features

This docking hardware kit provides the required hardware for installing Harley-Davidson detachable racks and sideplates. It is a necessary addition when installing HD detachable sideplates with Saddlebag P/N 53050-04A.

The hardware is also required for specified detachable accessory applications, including Detachable Solo Rack P/N 53494-04A, Detachable Solo Rack P/N 53512-07A, One-Piece Detachable Sissy Bar Upright P/N 51146-10A, One-Piece Detachable Sissy Bar Upright P/N 52300040A, and Detachable Solo Tour-Pak Rack P/N 53655-04A.

Fitment

Fits 2004-2024 Harley-Davidson XL models except 2016-later XL1200CX.

This hardware was original equipment on 2014-2023 XL1200T models.

It is required when installing compatible detachable sideplates, detachable solo racks, one-piece detachable sissy bar uprights, or detachable Solo Tour-Pak racks with the listed saddlebags.

OEM Cross Reference

Harley-Davidson 53544-04

Installation

This kit provides the required hardware for installing compatible Harley-Davidson detachable racks and sideplates. Specific installation instructions were not provided. Confirm your motorcycle model, year, and detachable accessory part numbers before installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this docking hardware kit used for? It is required for certain Harley-Davidson detachable racks, sideplates, sissy bar uprights, and Solo Tour-Pak rack installations. What Sportster models does it fit? It fits 2004-2024 XL models except 2016-later XL1200CX. Was this hardware original equipment on any model? Yes, it was original equipment on 2014-2023 XL1200T models. What OEM number does this kit reference? The listed Harley-Davidson part number is 53544-04. Is it required for detachable sideplates? Yes, the provided information identifies this hardware as required for installing HD detachable sideplates with Saddlebag P/N 53050-04A and for other listed detachable accessories.

Use the correct docking hardware for your Sportster detachable setup and make sure your motorcycle and accessory part numbers match the listed applications before ordering.