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I have 3 herniated disks (L4, L5 & S1), Lumbar Spinal Stenosis and Degenerative Disk Diseas all affecting my lower back. I probably shouldn't be riding, but I just can't give it up.
I had a Badlander I used on my '05, I liked the looks, but anything over 50 miles and I was in severe pain. I've never had a "touring" bike's Sundowner, but my wife has one on her Heritage and it's VERY comfortable. I'm thinking I may try one on my next scoot.
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