Anyone able to provide some clarification.

I have a standard F6B that I recently bought a used backrest and brackets for.

I did not realize that I needed Honda's OEM attachment kit as well.

I have two questions.

One, per BikeMP3, it sounds like you can drill holes in the existing covers to install either the backrest, rack or both?

I am fine with this option, but am not clear if I would still need Honda's OEM kit.

Second question is, if I do need a kit does anyone know if Show Chrome's part # B52-830M is a less expensive alternative to Honda's unit, Item#:HO08L73MJG670ZB? It looks like it only comes with two pieces instead of four, so I'm not sure if it accomplishes the same task.

If you are able, I'd appreciate any help you can provide.

Thank you.