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Nov 17, 2006 | 11:38 AM

#31

FLHT

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From: Omaha Nebraska

RE: Drivers backrest

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ORIGINAL: bountyhunter

6'3" never ride without it....bent the support rods back further (with heat) to suit me. Way to upright, stock! Can stretch out & no vibration transmitted to back.

I have the HD backrest and have been thinking about doing the same thing. It seems a little to upright for me. But if I bend it back I will still be able to adjust it foward if I wanted to.

Nov 18, 2006 | 02:35 AM

#32

wldhogn

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From: Ventura County, CA

RE: Drivers backrest

Here's a picture of my Road Glide .. decked out for the long haul. Very comfy with the backrest!!

Click Here to take a peek!

Nov 18, 2006 | 02:48 AM

#33

jrp

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From: Saddle Brook, NJ

RE: Drivers backrest

I have the adjustable back rest by Harley. Getting on and off the bike from the right side is easier. The left side of the seat is lower when the bike is on the jiffy stand. You don't have to swing your leg high, your leg can brush up over the seat easier. It's wierd getting off and on the bike from the right but easier. My passerger ALWAYS gets on from the left though.

Nov 18, 2006 | 04:01 AM

#34

ROLLNTIGER

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RE: Drivers backrest

Never leave home without it.

Nov 18, 2006 | 05:35 AM

#35

coolnite

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From: Greenville, SC

RE: Drivers backrest

Short ride around town I usually leave the backrest at home. Long ride - always take the backrest.

Nov 18, 2006 | 12:55 PM

#36

akdmax

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RE: Drivers backrest

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ORIGINAL: harris48cars

For no particular reason, I just don't use mine. It's new except that I somehow put a very light scratch on the leather. IT IS NOT A TEAR!. I'll sell it if anyone is interested. It's the one that cost $180. I'll sell it for $125 and pay the shipping. I can send pictures if anyone is interested. It is off my 02 RKC.
Gary

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Nov 19, 2006 | 10:22 PM

#37

Kapena Gary

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RE: Drivers backrest

I've got the Harley hydraulic adjustable back rest on the Road Glide and love it. Allows me to change positions while riding for better comfort. Have a Mustang back rest with Mustang Solo seat on the Deuce. Love it also. Never take my back rests off.

I'm 65 and feel the back rests and windshields give me the comfort level I want now days.