Drivers backrest
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From: newnan georgia
Drivers backrest
Planning to get a drivers backrest for my streetglide , but before spending the 220.00 bucks I would love to get some feed back from those who have one, is it worth the money?
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Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Northern VT
Best money ever spent on my bike. I spent the extra and bought the adjustable one and absolutely love it. I have NO more lower back issues after riding. There's a plus to it too....it keeps my wife pinned in on her seat and stops her from sliding forward!!!!
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2011
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From: Hartford, AL
I would look at the Mustang drivers back rest that is used with the stock style HD seat. Easier to intall, adjustable with a knurl **** while riding, and comfortable. Back rest can also be used with other Mustang seats should you decided to upgrade/change seats.
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From: San Antonio, Republic of TEXAS
I got the non-adjustable... it pushes me too far forward. I've got it set as far back as the slot in the seat will allow - and it really needs to go back any couple of inches.
I guess if you're height challenged, it would work fine. but, at 6 ft - too close.
I guess if you're height challenged, it would work fine. but, at 6 ft - too close.
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From: Just Outside Chicago
I've got the adjustable...bought it on here..Best bolt on for this old back!!! EZ to take of if you dont need and put in saddlebag.
Wouldn't leave home without it............o~`o...................
Wouldn't leave home without it............o~`o...................
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non-adjustable. Took a few tries to get it just right but found the sweet spot and love it. Once you have one you never want to ride without one!
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From: NC
I had one on my 09 FLHX. I loved the support, but it took some toying around to get it where I needed it. I actually took out a piece of the hinge that allowed it to fold down - this lowered the backrest so that it provided support in the small of my back where I needed it. In the end, it still pushed me too far forward, and I'd think twice about picking one up again. It was a definite improvement for those long rides, though.