Ultra- Which Backrest?

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Mar 3, 2008 | 08:55 PM

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mhud

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RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

Adjustable, on the bike all day having the flexbility to adjust it back or forward comes in handy.

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Mar 3, 2008 | 09:03 PM

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bigdumbnoitall00

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RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

i got the adjustable and like the ability to move around but........... i dont care for the fit and if u ride 2 up alot with a big wifeythe pad is cut too big and bothers the inside of her knees

Mar 3, 2008 | 09:07 PM

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FLHTim

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RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

+1 on adjustable to matched seat

Mar 3, 2008 | 09:18 PM

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stro1965

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From: Bellevue, NE

RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

Standard here, although I did have to modify it a bit. You'll probably find that it pushes you too far forward.

Mar 3, 2008 | 09:21 PM

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fireglider

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RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

I got the adjustable one on my '07 Ultra and like it fine, except for it being about twice as thick as the basic, which only matters when you're riding 2-up.

Mar 3, 2008 | 09:26 PM

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Green1340

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From: Kemp, TX 50 mi. SE of Dallas

RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

I got the standard, once I got it adjusted for me... I have no reason to adjust it.

Mar 3, 2008 | 09:28 PM

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Texas Fat Boy

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RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

I'm thinking if I get my Street Glide I will put a Mustang backreston the stock seat.
It's adjustable on the go and a little smaller n size.

Mar 3, 2008 | 09:28 PM

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bigdumbnoitall00

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RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

after getting stiff on an allday ride i love being able to move it

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Mar 3, 2008 | 10:09 PM

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UGlide

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RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

I am very satisfied with the standard (non-adjustable) backrest. As I recall, the adjustment mechanism on the adjustable version interferes with the heat deflection shields (if you have them).

Mar 3, 2008 | 11:49 PM

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NeverEnuff

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RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?

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ORIGINAL: UGlide

I am very satisfied with the standard (non-adjustable) backrest. As I recall, the adjustment mechanism on the adjustable version interferes with the heat deflection shields (if you have them).

Nope! doesn't interfere with the heat deflectors. I have both on mine, just have to reach a little further to get at the adjustment lever.

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