Quick Release Backrest?
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Quick Release Backrest?
Hey all. I've removed the backrest on my Heritage since I'm the only one on it 99% of the time. Quite a little chore. Is there a good, aftermarket quick-release backrest that looks good, for when the wife comes along (search came up with nothing useful...)?
thanks for any pointers,
thanks for any pointers,
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What kind of seat and backrest mechanism do you have?
There are tons of aftermarket backrests, some with quick releases ... Google is your friend
http://motorcycle-accessories.cruise..._source=google
There are tons of aftermarket backrests, some with quick releases ... Google is your friend
http://motorcycle-accessories.cruise..._source=google
Last edited by glide2meetu; Nov 5, 2011 at 08:00 AM. Reason: added more info
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I bought some used detachable sideplates off ebay: 53815-00. Make sure you get the right ones because the Heritage sideplates have a notch in them on the bottom edge. Just reuse the stock rack and backrest.
Got the docking kit from HD.
Finished it off with a fender bib from Chilhowee Leather for when I take the backrest and seat off.
Got the docking kit from HD.
Finished it off with a fender bib from Chilhowee Leather for when I take the backrest and seat off.
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+4. It's what I have and I can put it on or take it off in ~3 seconds. Haven't heard any complaints from the wife about sturdiness even with a pretty heavy bag attached to it. (no that wasn't a shot at the ol lady
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