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Old May 10, 2014 | 01:49 AM
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yip the mustang one is better.the HD backrest pushes you to
far forward.
 
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Old May 10, 2014 | 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by hdoilcan
I have the HD drivers backrest with the cable..... it does NOTHING for my LOWER back.... I have it at its lowest setting and its still to high. I need it lower to push up against my lower back (had to lower back surgeries). I will be purchasing a Mustang wide tripper solo with backrest this week.
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I had mine cut down because of looks, but I can see that point. The CVO one sits really low.

Originally Posted by gordy67
yip the mustang one is better.the HD backrest pushes you to
far forward.
Huh? Did you mount the HD one all the way back? It has about 4 different distances available.
 
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