powell - I'll bet you can handle the install yourself. All you need is a ratchet, 10mm and 12mm sockets.
-Remove lower back seat (pull two clips on bottom front of seat, lift seat up).
-Remove 2 10mm bolts holding the upper back seat in place.
-Remove upper back seat (lift up). -Remove 2 12mm flange nuts on each rear strut tower.
-Fit rear stb on top of the strut mounts.
-Replace all 4 flange nuts. Adjust center bar.
-Tighten jam nuts.
-Replace seat.
It only takes about 10 - 15 minutes.
If you want one, please send me an email at
jpalmer@qmiwi.com and include the following info:
-Name
-City, State and/or zip code
-e-mail address
-Level of commitment
-Forum ID (if applicable)
The all aluminum prototype should be done this week.
I haven't had much time to work on the alternate 'triangulated'
version yet.
With the number of people interested so far, it should be about $50,
not including shipping & packaging.
I'll post updates to the forum(s) and/or e-mail direct.
Josh