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Old Feb 8, 2012 | 08:31 AM
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Question Drivers backrest on 2012 Limited

Has anyone installed the NON-adjustable driver backrest on a Limited with stock seat?

Which set of holes on the mounting bracket (52589-09A) did you use?

The rear most holes make the backrest arms push against the front of the seat hole and the 2nd set of holes makes them push against the rear of the seat hole. I settled on the rear most hole as it pressed against the seat hole less.

The backrest (with correct mount) fit my 05 Ultra a lot better. The backrest arms fit the seat hole perfectly centered.
 
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I belive mine are in the front holes with rest in the higist position.
 
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I belive mine are in the front holes with rest in the higist position.
Sounds like you have the adjustable rest. The non-adjustable rest only has 1 height.
 
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Old Feb 8, 2012 | 06:40 PM
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Have a 2010 limited with hammock seat and adjustable backrest. Did not fit at all. Had a machine shop weld the mount and elongate the holes. Fits nice. Sucks Harley parts dont fit with Harley parts.
 
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