Turn signal relocation

[mensor]

Hey all. First of all, happy 4th! At the risk of departing yet further from the OE look, I’m considering moving my rear turn signals up and in on the fender (ditching the stalks). I see a lot of other 78-9s on here that have done so. Anyone willing to share some close up pics of/wisdom regarding your turn signal mods? Thanks!

[Barrie]

Do you mean near the rear of the seat? I have connected the TSI to the grab rail, which had mounting points for this. Isn't that standard for certain years?

[mensor]

Yessir, that’s what I’m thinking. I don’t think my 78 grab rail has those mount points though. So I suppose my question should be: what are the differences from year to year regarding turn signal location and mounting points? And can I easily mod mine to attach to the rail?

[Jonesz]

the turn signals on 78-79's do not attach to the rail. I believe the rail off early models will fit your bike but all of these rails are "unobtainium" from time to time. Every once in a while one comes on here for sale or you could post an ad in the wanted section, watch Ebay etc. If I had your bike I would not alter the rail that you have as they are hard to replace and you can bet a future buyer would like the original. Or you might change your mind later on. You could offer to trade yours for on off a pre 78 bike in the want ad. Just my 2 cents worth

[mensor]

Appreciate the input Jonesz. You’re absolutely right; It was hard enough to find an OE rail. I don’t want to permanently mod it if I can help it