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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 05:58 AM
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I am doing a ride from Dallas to Four Corners later this month, and would really like a backrest, but H-D wants $250 for it, which just seems ridiculous, even by H-D standards.

What is the cheapest backrest option for a 2015 Road King, stock seat?
 
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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 06:10 AM
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They are all going to be north of $200. The Mustang one is going for about $220 on ebay.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...79610&_sacat=0
 
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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 06:16 AM
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I made a post about that then I found 1 on craigslist. A guy sent me a pm about his for sale. Send me a pm and I'll turn you on to his info.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 06:17 AM
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DJ try this site grasshopperlimited.com. Bought one for my wife cost was a hundred bucks. hope this you out
 
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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 06:24 AM
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Originally Posted by slick hd
DJ try this site grasshopperlimited.com. Bought one for my wife cost was a hundred bucks. hope this you out
How do you/her like it? Would you buy another one? Looks like it comes with the bracket, so for $95 shipped I'll likely order it tomorrow.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 06:36 AM
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Have you considered a scrap piece of 2X6 pressure treated board?
 
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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 07:40 AM
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I have a Grasshopper and its functional, but it feels like its a bit too flexible..kind of bends backwards too much when I lean against it. I'm looking for a used HD model. Just my thoughts.
 
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Originally Posted by slick hd
DJ try this site grasshopperlimited.com. Bought one for my wife cost was a hundred bucks. hope this you out
Haven't bought one yet for my RKC but they are available on Amazon.


Harley Davidson Touring Drivers Backrest NON Studded Quick Release for Street Glide, Road Glide, Road King includes mounting hardware 100% AMERICAN MADE Adjustable Forward and Back
 
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You can find them on ebay cheaper than $200.

EDIT: $80
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Harley-David...19515918&rt=nc
 

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