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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 10:17 AM
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Ordered a driver backrest http://www.grasshopperlimited.com/ha...y-2007-and-up/

And a shorter w/s http://www.ebay.com/itm/140713721421...WAX:IT&vxp=mtr

I saw a few questions on these and will give a opinion when here.
Thanks to the members who helped w/ selection!!!
 

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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 10:43 AM
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Nice price, I don't think I ever seen a backrest that inexpensive. Post how you like it after you have had it and used it. TIP:, if it does not feel right as soon as you use it give it a chance. I didn't like mine at 1st and thought I wasted a chunk of change but it grew on me and now I can't imagine riding without it.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 03:09 PM
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I bought the same backrest i like that its a snap to take off.
Kind of a pin in the ars to install i used thinner washer to make it easier
For the price you cant go wrong plus fast shipping
 
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Originally Posted by Jake327
I bought the same backrest i like that its a snap to take off.
Kind of a pin in the ars to install i used thinner washer to make it easier
For the price you cant go wrong plus fast shipping
Ordered Monday morning. On my bike by wed 4 pm now thats fast! E Z install and great backrest for the $$ IMHO Once the bracket is on the seat nuts the rest removes in 2 sec.
Garage lighting sucks -will get a sunny pic tomorrow
 
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 02:00 PM
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Looks real nice. Is there any adustment to it or does it just pivot with the angle of your back? Need a backrest for those longer rides.
 
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