Rider backrest
There are others for those of us with a one-piece two-up seat that bolt to the fender rails, which I've seen for about $130 on eBay. I had one on my other bike, which was completely adjustable (up/down, front/back), from Custom World, and it worked pretty well, but it was quite a bit more expensive, too.
Received my Grasshopper backrest this morning. Installed it and took a 90 mile ride with it. The backrest moves a little in the receiving end of the mounted part. I am not annoyed by this as I move while riding so it moves with me.
This is a solo version. I locked it down slightly raised. I find it moves me forward just a little and I am ok with that also. The ride was very comfortable and I am happy with my purchase. Sure beats spending the money for a new seat and backrest.
This is a solo version. I locked it down slightly raised. I find it moves me forward just a little and I am ok with that also. The ride was very comfortable and I am happy with my purchase. Sure beats spending the money for a new seat and backrest.
Yes the solo version will sit on top of the seat. I have mine pulled up a bit adjusted for my comfort level. I do have pictures it will just be a few days before I can get them on here.
I too have a Softail - 2015 Heritage. I ordered the Grasshopper backrest and it didn't work for my longer legs and arms. I called them and they said they'd customize the bracket for me! I sent pics of me on the bike. They sent a new backrest with a new vertical support, completely customized for my taller frame. It works perfect. Sent the original back and no charge!!!
These guys are AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!
These guys are AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the pics!!! It definitely looks like it moves you forward a bit.. might be ok tho! As long as I can ‘settle in’ the seat, it’s just what I’m looking for.....
Last edited by CaptainKirk; Oct 1, 2017 at 11:49 AM.









