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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 03:38 PM
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Have '08 Ultra 105 edition with stock seat. Motor company doesn't make a special driver backrest for the 105. What would you guys recommend for a driver back rest to match up? Should I also get adjustable or static backrest?

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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 04:47 PM
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Get the adjustable... it's worth the extra few bucks and it is very comfortable.&nbsp\\; 6 back surgeries and it is incredibly helpful!&nbsp\\; I'm more comfortable on my bike than in my Suburban!&nbsp\\; Until it rains or snows...
 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 04:48 PM
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Style is up to you. Get what is close and comfortable.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 04:50 PM
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Oh... If you double space after a period you get the slashy things.&nbsp\\; If you do not, you don't. Perhaps?
 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 06:37 PM
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Most of the backrests will match pretty well.&nbsp\\; Get the adjustable, its worth it.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 06:48 PM
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I bent the back tabs on the mount and added washers to the front thus raising the whole thing abit as the new 08 seat seems thicker than in the past and it is now easier to install and remove the backrest.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 07:47 PM
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The best accessory part you could add on. I just did mine and what a world of difference it's made in comfort, did'nt know I slouched so much.
 
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Forgot to add Ditto on the adjustable.
 
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