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Old Apr 16, 2022 | 04:23 PM
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Although I agree the HD one is vastly "overpriced"....the cheaper e-bay ones might prove the general rule "you get what you pay for"...so buyer beware.
 
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Old Apr 16, 2022 | 05:33 PM
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I recently removed and chucked the eBay unit pictured above. The spring on the backrest arms kept flying off when I squeezed them together to insert in the socket. Those arms are super wobbly cos their riveted mounts are loose and crappy.
The bike-mounted socket wasn’t too badly made, but the backrest itself leaves a lot to be desired.
 
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Old Apr 17, 2022 | 07:36 AM
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I have anew unused one that i bought just for the mounting bracket . If I understand you right you just need the spring loaded back rest. Yours for $5.00 an the coast of shipping. Or just send a ups shipping label..
Yes I just need the backrest the mount is fine. Message me with your info I'll take you up on your offer
 
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I went with the Grasshopper on Amazon, about $80, really pleased with it and 100% American made
 
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I went with the Grasshopper on Amazon, about $80, really pleased with it and 100% American made
^^^ Exact same advice. Real good backrest for a decent price.
 
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Old Apr 17, 2022 | 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Wizard46
I went with the Grasshopper on Amazon, about $80, really pleased with it and 100% American made
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Old Apr 17, 2022 | 10:24 AM
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I bought one for my RK pos is being kind. It would not work as intended. Do not waste your money.
 
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