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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 06:26 PM
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Default Streetglide backrest advice?
i would like to get some input on which backrest would be best. the standard one or the fully adj one (has the shock)? i do have some lower back problems and was just wanting some feedback...
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 06:28 PM
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back problems=need for fully adjustable
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 07:02 PM
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I have the adjustable, and I wouldn't change a thing. I love the ability to change my seating position.
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 07:15 PM
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trying to get geared up for an ironbutt in July sometime.. want to have every comfort i can afford...just did know if there was that big a dif in the 2.

thnx guys
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 07:26 PM
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I bought the basic one and had it one my bike for 1 ride it sucked pushed me so far forward it felt like I was on a crotch rocket so I posted on here asking for help and I got everything to mines great to put washers under it to heating the bracket and bending it, Tried all of these and never could get it to be comfortable, So I sold it and bought the adjustable one, Much better, Like some have said, You can change your riding position, I wish mine had a little higher back pad tho as I've had 4 lower back surgeries and on a long ride it irretates my lower back, But atleast I can go on a longer ride, with the other one 50 miles tops, Spend the extra money, You'll be happier, Whatch ebay there is some deals on there. Todd
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 07:45 PM
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New seat-Mustang seat with backrest.
 
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Old Dec 3, 2009 | 07:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Vatorman
New seat-Mustang seat with backrest.
You do not need a new seat to get a Mustang backrest. Get the bracket and backrest that fits your seat. I have one and it works great. Adjusts up and down and forward and back. I rode with one on my sg glide for a long time. Have now transfered it to my 2010 EGC.
 
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Bald1der, great lookin glide. Could you please tell me what sissy bar upright you have on your bike. Is it the standard height or taller version ? Thanks...
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So you can use a Mustang backrest w/ a Stock SG seat? I was going to look into that, so that would be great! I don't really like the HD ones
 
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I have both and the fully adjustable one is great and I'm 24 with no back problems! (knock on wood)
 
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