For those with a rider backrest.....
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 2,710
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From: Spokane, WA.
I got a HD backrest on my RK, new- have not been able to ride with it, but think it will help my back.
On a different note- started drinking Aloe Vera juice to see if it calms the aches and pains
what the heck eh?
Cheers,
Mark
On a different note- started drinking Aloe Vera juice to see if it calms the aches and pains
what the heck eh?
Cheers,
Mark
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Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 55
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From: NE
'06 FLHTC. Installed H-D backrest and found it pushed me forward enough to make my legs cramp up. I ended up having an auto upholsterer reduce the thickness of the padding which made it much more comfortable.
Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 1,989
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From: Right Coast
A riders backrest is a god send for those of us with back issues. If you want to do it right get an aftermarket seat. All I have to do is insert the backrest into the slot whenever I want it and pull it up and out whenever I don't. There is no installation, no bolts, no bullchit. I have a Saddlemens Explorer Seat for 2 up and a Mustang Seat for solo. Wunderbar!
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Joined: Dec 2006
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From: ST. Louis
1st off, you will notice all the people who say it pushes them to far forward are riding a 2008 or older bike. They changed the design of the backrest in 2009. I've had both and the earlier ones did do that.
Now, I have a degenerative back issue and I can't ride over 20 mintues without a backrest without my back really starting to hurt. I can ride all day with the backrest, that's how much of a difference there is.
The instuctions are almost worthless, but if I can do it, it ain't that hard.
I went with the smooth design because I am always changing seats.
Now, I have a degenerative back issue and I can't ride over 20 mintues without a backrest without my back really starting to hurt. I can ride all day with the backrest, that's how much of a difference there is.
The instuctions are almost worthless, but if I can do it, it ain't that hard.
I went with the smooth design because I am always changing seats.
Last edited by Texas Fat Boy; Jan 12, 2012 at 05:38 PM.
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