Driver backrest,who has them??
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 619
Likes: 2
From: Midway, UT.
On my 09 RGSE with the stock seat, which is lower & kinda flat, will ALL the drivers back rests / mounts from HD & Corbin & Utopia ALL stick up to show alot of the shaft ? which I don't prefer ...
And can the shafts be modified / cut down ?
I there another manufacturer I should consider ?
The tall look of the back rest just looks out of place on my bike, though it may feel good.
And is the HD adjustable any better than the standard, I would think you pick the position and just leave it there, and no need for adjustment ? Yes ? or do you move it around during a trip ?
I still want one ...
Thanks
And can the shafts be modified / cut down ?
I there another manufacturer I should consider ?
The tall look of the back rest just looks out of place on my bike, though it may feel good.
And is the HD adjustable any better than the standard, I would think you pick the position and just leave it there, and no need for adjustment ? Yes ? or do you move it around during a trip ?
I still want one ...
Thanks
Yes I adjust my back rest as I ride because well things change, I might want to sit up a little, or lean back a little depends on how my back, and my but feels at the time.
Yes the HD adjustable is much better then the standard, I have a friend with the non adjustable, I love my adjustable.
Terry
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,895
Likes: 121
From: Southern WV
On my 09 RGSE with the stock seat, which is lower & kinda flat, will ALL the drivers back rests / mounts from HD & Corbin & Utopia ALL stick up to show alot of the shaft ? which I don't prefer ...
And can the shafts be modified / cut down ?
I there another manufacturer I should consider ?
The tall look of the back rest just looks out of place on my bike, though it may feel good.
And is the HD adjustable any better than the standard, I would think you pick the position and just leave it there, and no need for adjustment ? Yes ? or do you move it around during a trip ?
I still want one ...
Thanks
And can the shafts be modified / cut down ?
I there another manufacturer I should consider ?
The tall look of the back rest just looks out of place on my bike, though it may feel good.
And is the HD adjustable any better than the standard, I would think you pick the position and just leave it there, and no need for adjustment ? Yes ? or do you move it around during a trip ?
I still want one ...
Thanks
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 5,072
Likes: 104
From: Prescott, AZ
HD back rest is ONLY good if it fits the rider - I am a short legged rider so When I sit on a HD seat with the back rest - you could put a fist between my back and the back rest...
So, I had a Corbin fitted to my at the Hollister Factory and the back rest was also made to fit MY back - Now I ride in comfort and just finished a 7400 mile ride in June and a 2000 mile ride two weeks ago in ID and MT - I would never ride again with out one - but they have to fit the rider..
So, I had a Corbin fitted to my at the Hollister Factory and the back rest was also made to fit MY back - Now I ride in comfort and just finished a 7400 mile ride in June and a 2000 mile ride two weeks ago in ID and MT - I would never ride again with out one - but they have to fit the rider..
I had a Mustang solo with the backrest last summer. I figured I'd love the backrest, since I'd heard over and over again how great they were. Tried it a couple of times, and took it off. Felt like I was being held in the bike. I wound up selling the seat and backrest, and when I bought the Corbin that's on my bike now, I didn't even consider getting another backrest.
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 868
Likes: 1
From: Trenton,N.J.
Definitely adds comfort, & well worth the money!!I have the Mustang backrest ,& it closely matches the stock seat!!!
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 201
Likes: 0
From: East Tenn
SOLD!!! I have a like new HD part # 52900-09A leather riders backrest with mounting bracket to fit 09 thru 11 touring models that I will sell for $175 shipped in the cont. US. I had it on my bike for about 200 miles and just couldn't get comfortable with it. I'm 6'3" with a 34" inseam and felt like it was pushing me forward no matter how I adjusted it. SOLD!!!
Last edited by bks; Oct 3, 2010 at 07:45 AM.
Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 121
Likes: 2
From: Atlantic City Area
I'll never own a bike without having a backrest. As many have already said, the combo of a backrest and pegs gives you so many choices in riding positions and comfort. Being able to change positions on a long ride makes it easy. I started with the standard back rest on my Road King Classic. When I moved up to the Ultra I transferred the backrest. It finally broke so I switched to the adjustable backrest from the moco. I love it! It's so easy to change positions while riding and fits me so much better than my standard backrest did. I definite thumbs up if you plan on doing any lengthy riding.
Road Master
Joined: Jan 2010
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Joined: Aug 2010
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From: Pacific Northwest
I almost thought I made a mistake in buying my Harley until I got the back rest. My back was hurting pretty bad after a short hour long ride. I purchased the back rest and now can easily go 4 to 5 hours with no issues. Made all the difference in the world.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 7,498
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From: East Alton, IL
I guess I'm the exception. I have the standard HD backrest and just can't get comfortable with it. I used it on a 3,000 mile trip a couple years ago and made myself leave it on thinking I would get used ot it. When i got home I took it off.
This year I put it back on for another long trip and after the first 500 miles my back really hurt so I removed the backrest and rode another 2400 miles with no back pain.
This year I put it back on for another long trip and after the first 500 miles my back really hurt so I removed the backrest and rode another 2400 miles with no back pain.