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Old Dec 8, 2012 | 10:23 PM
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I would like to get input on a driver backrest. I am thinking of purchasing one and any input would be appreciated. My bike is a 2008 Ultra.

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Old Dec 8, 2012 | 10:34 PM
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I have the standard HD one and it works great. Good investment.
 
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long distance the back rest is what saves me
 
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I bought a nice HD backrest on ebay for my 2008 flhrc .

It was farley easy to instal, i just googled up an HD instruction PDF.

This backrest super comfey once you get it ajusted for you.

It goes good with my stock seat ....I had this seat modified buy MeanCity Cycle narrowed lowerd and memory foam added for comfort.
 
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I have a Mustang wide touring seat and Mustang backrest, The mustang backrest will fit the newer frame and stock seat, so it's possible it might also on an 08. Check with Mustang customer service they will let you know if it's not clear on their web site.

Backrest makes long days in the saddle possible.
 
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Originally Posted by Chunker
I have a Mustang wide touring seat and Mustang backrest, The mustang backrest will fit the newer frame and stock seat, so it's possible it might also on an 08. Check with Mustang customer service they will let you know if it's not clear on their web site.

Backrest makes long days in the saddle possible.
+1 on the Mustang
 
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I had a HD standard rest on the Limited when I first got it. It works good if you can stand the stock seat. I couldn't and went to a Corbin which has its own backrest.

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Mustang solo here, with the backrest. It's one of my best mods on the bike.

Mike
 
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