Not just yes but HELL YES. The trimming was the worst for me. I guess because I'm a perfectionist but the results were worth the pain. My only concern with this plate are the tiny set-type screws used in the rear of the bracket to hold the plate and frame together. I used some blue loctite but I still fear them working loose and falling out. Paranoid, yes, but I've seen enough things rattle off a Harley to be a little concerned.