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Old May 4, 2020 | 09:03 AM
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Anyone know if they make a removable drivers backrest for a 06 HD Deluxe?

I'm sorry Found one
 

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Old May 4, 2020 | 10:24 AM
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I bought the grasshopper for my '06 Deluxe. Removable, semi adjustable and inexpensive.

I also have a Corbin saddle with the built in backrest slot. The backrest slides in so it can be taken off or put on easily as well. I like the corbin back rest a lot better, but the whole enchilada is sitting in a box up in the attic. I decided to have my stock seat re-padded and re-upholstered and had the grasshopper re-covered to match.
 
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Old May 6, 2020 | 09:33 PM
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I use my 13 HSC oem seat and use the grasshopper back rest.As previously mention its inexpensive,easy install and comfortable.I also have a Mustang vintage solo with back rest.I like my oem and grasshopper better
 
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Old May 8, 2020 | 08:48 AM
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How do you like that grasshopper back rest been kicking around the idea of one for long rides?
 
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Old May 8, 2020 | 04:39 PM
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I also have the Grasshopper on my 07 Deluxe with stock seat. It has made the ride more comfortable for sure.
 
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Bought one for my 2013 Heritage with studs and it was $73. Couldn't be happier. Took longer to take the seat off than it did to install and replace the seat. Highly recommended
 
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Old Jul 31, 2020 | 05:27 AM
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I have a Mustang vintage solo with a backrest but the backrest will not stay on. Great seat but don't like the look on my bike.
 
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Old Jul 31, 2020 | 05:32 AM
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Originally Posted by mandd71974
Bought one for my 2013 Heritage with studs and it was $73. Couldn't be happier. Took longer to take the seat off than it did to install and replace the seat. Highly recommended
I find the Grasshopper bracket to be weak and it bends.

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I have a Mustang vintage solo with a backrest but the backrest will not stay on. Great seat but don't like the look on my bike.
I hear you, but sometimes you need to go comfort over fashion.
 
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Old Jul 31, 2020 | 06:00 PM
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I've had mine for about 2 months now and haven't found it to bend (yet). Although the flat steel doesn't seem to be the strongest. I did drill a small hole and inserted a small screw to make it non removable to anyone who came along, and it also helps with the stability.
 
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Originally Posted by mandd71974
I've had mine for about 2 months now and haven't found it to bend (yet). Although the flat steel doesn't seem to be the strongest. I did drill a small hole and inserted a small screw to make it non removable to anyone who came along, and it also helps with the stability.
I just ordered a Grasshopper for my Ultra.

Any pics of this screw mod you did?
 
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