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Old May 14, 2012 | 06:59 AM
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Thanks Moosestach. Some good information. Will do some looking into the Utopia and I was not aware the Mustang was available without a Mustang seat.

When it comes to the H-D seat, it is good to know the seat will push me forward onto the tank because I too have a little too much around the middle.

Anybody else have any recommendations?
 
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Old May 14, 2012 | 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Black_Hog
$109.95 is for the backrest. You still need to buy the mount for $219.95 that is listed under the backrest.

I have the non adjustable and love it.
There's always a catch it seems. My wife always gets mad at me when I buy accessories because I never read the fine print, that you have to buy X amount of things after the good deal. lol
 
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Old May 14, 2012 | 12:47 PM
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A big +1 on the Mustang backrest for the stock Harley seat (MCC modified), fully adjustable and clean, quick and sturdy install. Super comfortable and less expensive that HD
 
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Old May 14, 2012 | 01:10 PM
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Originally Posted by spizzyman
I am amazed HD does not sell the bolts separately as well.
Don't give them any ideas...
 
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Old May 14, 2012 | 01:44 PM
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I have the Harley standard rider backrest and love it.

One thing I have found out is that very minor adjustments with the allen screw on the back of the backrest pad makes very noticeable changes. I am talking 1/4 turn adjustments.

I think a lot of people get frustrated too early with the HD backrest. It took about six or seven very minor adjustments to get mine where I liked it.

Now that I have it adjusted correctly I love it. Makes long rides so much more comfy.
 
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Old May 14, 2012 | 03:39 PM
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Mine came with the HD adjustable backrest, and although I can't compare it to anything else (because I've never had a different backrest), it's definately worth it's weight in gold!

I rarely adjust the backrest, but there are times when I want to change the riding position just a little. It's great!
 
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