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Old Dec 2, 2021 | 07:30 AM
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I am looking to add a backrest to the Ultra, and the H-D backrest is very pricey compared to the Ediors and others I have found...
I mean, the H-D is almost $500! Others run about $100 or so. And I have found any more, H-D is selling a lot of China made stuff, too!
Any input is appreciated...
 
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Old Dec 2, 2021 | 08:01 AM
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Buy once cry once. The HD adjustable is worth the cost. I did a 5k mile trip this summer and the adjustability kept my lower back happy.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2021 | 08:05 AM
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Search around daily and find a used one. Patients is paramount in the never ending battle of saving coin.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2021 | 08:11 AM
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Old Dec 2, 2021 | 08:16 AM
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For $500 you can get a super cozy Mustang seat with back rest. Heck, I even have a nearly brand new one I'd be willing to let go.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2021 | 08:52 AM
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grasshopper back rest about $80 on amazon or DK.
I had to bend mine a tad to get the right fit but it was easy.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2021 | 09:49 AM
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Grasshopper works fine for me.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2021 | 10:40 AM
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I picked up a used HD adjustable mount and Streamliner backrest for $150 from a local rider.
Works fantastic and matches perfectly on my Streetglide. I hid the adjustment level behind the mid-frame deflectors - however I very rarely change the position.







 
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