1.) Prior to actually installing the bracket, the first and most important thing to do is
a “mock-up”. Attach your license plate to the bracket with any frames, etc. so
you’ll be sure that you have the proper clearances.
2.) Since you may come into contact with the exhaust system or parts of it, make
sure your pipes are cool and/or you’re wearing gloves.
3.) If you have access to a motorcycle lift or jack, USE IT! And use it properly; with
safety straps or any other related equipment. If you don’t have a jack, be sure
to do the install on flat and level ground and to chock the wheels appropriately.
4.) If your vehicle is not on a lift be advised that while removing the lower shock nut
it may be under tension and to exercise care and the use of proper safety
equipment, (in addition to gloves, eye protection is advisable).
5.) Mostly out of cosmetic concern, when first mounting the bracket, try it on in
different positions, reinstall the shock nut just enough to hold the bracket in
position and take a walk around your bike and see if you like the look. Some
prefer the angle mount, others the straight up vertical, or even somewhere in
between to match the lines of your bike. Once you’ve decided on a final
mounting position, you’re ready to install the bracket. Please note, that if you
have purchased the Victory Vegas/Kingpin or Victory Hammer/Jackpot
sidemount, only one mounting location is possible.
6.) Please place the enclosed washer on the outside of the bracket, between the
bracket and whatever locking nut you're using. This is to provide a cushion
between the bracket and the nut, so as to protect the chrome finish when
tightening to the specified torque. Failure to use it will void your warranty.
7.) We highly recommend the use of a torque wrench to ensure proper installation.
Since factory torque specification can vary from bike to bike, please check your
owners manual prior to tightening or contact your local dealer for that
information. For example, a Victory Vegas axle nut will require 65 foot pound of
torque, while a Kawasaki Mean Streak shock nut will only require 22. Do not
over-torque the fastener as you may damage the finish of the bracket,
which, (as stated in the Conditions section of our website), voids your
right to refund/replacement.
8.) If the shock nut or bolt is too short to get a good grab and the proper torque to
fasten it properly, or additional spacers or washers are necessary to obtain the
correct clearances, bring the stock hardware with you to a parts or hardware
store and get the proper size. Do not shortcut this step, if it’s necessary to do it,
please do so, this is a critical component to your suspension system and you
don’t want to cut corners. Also make sure that any hardware that you purchase
to facilitate the install be of the same grade or higher than the one it’s replacing.
9.) If the bike has been on a lift or after your first ride, double check the torque on
the attaching hardware to make sure it’s correct and nothing has loosened. If it
has, you may need to replace the stud/bolt/nut with one that’s long enough and
the proper size to accommodate the added space and proper torque
specification. …Time to ride…
SIDEMOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS