Driver back rest for 08 Classic
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Driver back rest for 08 Classic
I did a search for the HD adjustable back rest for the driver. The majority of the posts were older. I did see that many riders felt the adjustable back rest was poorly designed by HD as it pushed the driver too far forward. Some members made a few speed adjustments with a hammer to get the position of the back rest farther back. Some even put washers under the back rest assembly and were able to get an extra 1.5". Has anyone recently installed the adjustable HD backrest on a 08 Classic or Ultra? I was hoping that HD got the issue addressed. I am not too excited about making the speed adjustments. Especailly since I will not pick up my new 08 for another week from the dealer. Gettin pretty excited.
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RE: Driver back rest for 08 Classic
I installed an adjustable driver backrest on my '07 SG. It is the same one out of the Harley catalog. I have not had any problems with not having enough room or being pushed to far forward.Maybe, itcould be that I am shorter than other riders you have talked to. I am 5' 9" and have back problems. Hence, the reason I purchased the back rest.I have enjoyed my backrest for the lower back support. My only complaint is that the way I sit in the saddle up against the backrest. Iput a small pillow at the very bottom the backrest on top of the seat, to give myself the extra support that I need. All in all, I have beenhappy with the product. I would recommend one to everyone who does long distance riding.Maybe tryingone out would be possible if one of your compadres had one, or a demo. Best of luck.
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Almost forgot to mention, I do have to take the back rest off when riding2 up. If you can' t tell from my sig pic, my wife needs some room for the girls. I still have a back rest though,and they'reeven softer!! HA, HA, HA, LMAO
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RE: Driver back rest for 08 Classic
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...Has anyone recently installed the adjustable HD backrest on a 08 Classic or Ultra?...
...Has anyone recently installed the adjustable HD backrest on a 08 Classic or Ultra?...
The fit and finish is very close to the stock HD seat and they also produce an "offset post" that allows the backrest to lean back an additional two inches.
Might be worth checking out.
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