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Old Jul 7, 2020 | 05:32 AM
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Hi all,

I fitted a Grasshopper backrest to my FLFBS Fatboy, and I have to say I'm pretty impressed.

I have a Sundowner rider and Pillion, and the combo is amazing. The backrest works well, and has a little give.

It is not a perfect engineering solution, but for us that simply want a bit of backstop and support, it's perfect.

It does feel like you're pushed forward a bit, but you're actually sitting up more. I like it.







 
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I have one on my Heritage. As you say, it's not a perfect engineering solution, but it serves its purpose. I'd like a little less padding and for it to be a little more firm, but it is what it is.
 
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I also have the Grasshopper and for the price you can’t beat it.
I did hear however they’ve gone to a little stiffer steel so there’s not quite as much give.
 
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Yep, another happy Grasshopper backrest owner (2020 Heritage).
 
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Old Jul 7, 2020 | 10:07 PM
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Originally Posted by leftyjm
I also have the Grasshopper and for the price you can’t beat it.
I did hear however they’ve gone to a little stiffer steel so there’s not quite as much give.
I mentioned about it having too much give in my review. Maybe they listened. FWIW, I gave it four out of five stars.
 

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Where do you get one ?
 
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Where do you get one ?
He has an eBay shop, or his own website.
 
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I've got one on my 94 FXSTC, disappointed that it bends and I have to keep bending it back upright.
It probably won't last long and will eventually snap.
 
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Originally Posted by RANGER73
I've got one on my 94 FXSTC, disappointed that it bends and I have to keep bending it back upright.
It probably won't last long and will eventually snap.
Give them a call and tell them, maybe they’ll make it right. They are a small company and seem like good people
 
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