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Jun 4, 2009 | 10:12 PM

ky_ace

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adjustable backrest

For those who have them, Do you use the farthest setting back, or forward, or something in between?

Later,

BM

Jun 4, 2009 | 10:54 PM

fatbob

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From: Nor Cal

Something in between

Jun 4, 2009 | 10:59 PM

Chasenfish

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I tend to use farthest forward setting for longer trips, as that gives the best support, then switch to farther back, just to change positions and stretch a bit. For short trips, I use the "in between" setup.

Jun 4, 2009 | 11:02 PM

mrdeere1959

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From: casper wy

I use the far back when my feet are up on the highway pegs otherwise something in the middle

Jun 4, 2009 | 11:14 PM

Texas Fat Boy

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From: ST. Louis

Okay, I've been drinking and all, but what kind od freakin' question is this?

Jun 4, 2009 | 11:47 PM

flashhog

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I adjust it from front to back to middle to front ... depends on solo or not, type of riding, mood, whadever else ...

... that's why I got the "adjustable" backrest

Jun 4, 2009 | 11:50 PM

myred55

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Jun 5, 2009 | 12:04 AM

ky_ace

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Originally Posted by Texas Fat Boy

Okay, I've been drinking and all, but what kind od freakin' question is this?

i'm currently stuck in "all the way back" because the backrest I have has a broken shock. I'm trying to determine if it's worth the $150 HD wants to replace the shock and bracket. I'm currently talking with the shock maker to see how much a replacement shock is. I'm considering making a tie rod sort of contraption to have an adjustable, locking setup so i can find the one I like.

Later,

BM

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Jun 5, 2009 | 04:51 AM

jd533

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From: springfield, mo

It all varies on size and preference you have to find out where YOU like it. I'd either pitch it if it doesn't feel good or replace it.

Jun 5, 2009 | 05:12 AM

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BillyG0856

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From: Old River-Winfree, Tx

Adjustment depends on 'other' variables....

How my back 'feels'
Traffic
Whether GF is on with me
How much I've had to EAT!

Front to back changes with conditions...length of trip. Up & Down, at times....I'll lower it. Most times, it's all the way up. That's the nice part about 'adjustable'.....

I have the HD adjustable...and often find the little 'pocket' on passenger's side comes in handy....insurance card, ciggies, xtra lighter, headset cords, etc.

Billy G