never had a problem with the cover falling off but i did chip the paint on it hit to hard and bam chip the paint

 

By drilling a slot into the clip, you don't need to fasten the zip tie. The zip tie head prevents it from falling through and I can remove/replace it with the seat on. I leave it sticking out a little so I can grab it with my finger tips.

 

Why not get the new clips for free from the dealer?

 

That bike's an '04 purchased in '03. That zip tie has been on there a long time. If I think about it when I'm on the toy run at the dealer, I'll ask about new clips.

 

I never had mine get loose but It took really makin shure the clips
latched properly.

Your Fix,,I'm gonna use It,,

and pass those two pictures along to others, If It's ok with you XD

 

How do you get the new clips for free?I paid $12.00 for just the front clip.

 

Common problem, but easy fix...zip ties, or new clips.

 

Feel free : )

 

Here's my fix from the sticky up top:
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/sport...r-problem.html

Lots of usefull info in the "Helpful DIY's, diagnostic codes, carb rejetting instructions" thread sticky

 

Yup, the zip ties went on the first month I bought my 2005 XL1200R after reading about all the lost covers. The zip ties work!