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Oct 10, 2019 | 03:25 PM

#11

nobodyknowsme

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From: in a cave at the foothills

I have the HD backrest/bracket that I am willing to sell if interested. You don't have enough posts to send me a PM so I will try to keep an eye on the thread-no promises...

Oct 10, 2019 | 03:46 PM

#12

Tjroadie

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From: Pennsylvania

Backrest is a must for me, picked up a used one on eBay for 50$ with bracket.

Oct 10, 2019 | 04:34 PM

#13

DCLXVI

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From: Central FL

I use a Mustang backrest. I didn’t care for the Harley one. The angle that it sat at just wasn’t comfortable for me. The Mustang one pivots and fits me well.

Oct 10, 2019 | 05:57 PM

#14

FrankEV

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From: Ormond Beach, Florida

Quote:

Originally Posted by KYRGultra;18601661...., you can get their backrest and their simplified mounting kit for about $85 total. And I love it! It slips off very easily if you want to take it off but since I put mine on I haven't wanted to take it off for any reason. [url

http://www.grasshopperlimited.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuPjr5eOR5QIVUdbACh1e1AkxEAAYASA AEgJsj_D_BwE[/url]

Oct 10, 2019 | 07:37 PM

#15

Zerk

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From: Straight Jacket Memories and Sedative Highs

I bought a mustang, but havn't used in over 10 years. Neverseemed just right. Every few years I think about trying again.

Riding more and strengthening core will help some people. Sometimes you notice it in the spring.

GF hated it.

Oct 10, 2019 | 09:11 PM

#16

Bricklayer

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From: Michigan

Go with the adjustable backrest, definitely worth the extra cost.

Oct 11, 2019 | 11:41 AM

#17

FDHOG

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From: Highlands, NJ

I had an 11 Road King Classic. I'm 6'3" 265. Biggest comfort change I made was going to the "09" Heritage bars. No more shoulder and back pain. Between those bars and my Corbin seat, I could ride all day.
Now I just have to get my 19 Ultra dialed in.

Oct 11, 2019 | 01:36 PM

#18

Zerk

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From: Straight Jacket Memories and Sedative Highs

Ya I need different bars on my Ultra, that come back just a hair.

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Oct 11, 2019 | 02:16 PM

#19

jberg

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From: Rockland County, NY

I recommend the adjustable backrest, too.
It's less about the easy adjustability and more about the gas charged piston.
There is just a tiny bit of give from the piston that adds to your comfort.
I've had friends complain about the non-adjustable rest feeling way too solid.