Rider backrest help needed
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From: Western Illinois, land of bad roads, and corrupt politicians
The Gran Tour bag was great for supporting the whole back. With my feet on the highway pegs, it was like a lounge chair.
I had the Backalign on under my jacket in this picture.
I use a non-adjustable rider backrest on my RG, since my back doesn't bother me as much now that the trauma has healed. My wife has the adjustable one on hers, and I hate it. It's not as solid feeling as the non-adjustable one.
I have a Tens unit that I pack for trips, just in case my back starts to act up.
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Last edited by shooter5074; Feb 24, 2014 at 12:07 PM.
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From: Toms River, NJ
I have problems with S-1 L 5, 4 & 3. Been thru 2 operations. For me the best thing I did was the 10 Yaffie MMB's. They pushed me back and upright. That along with my belt and corbin saddle/ back rest I can ride. My 2 cents, don't waste anymore money on the stock saddle or backrest....
Be Safe JIM
Be Safe JIM
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From: Toms River, NJ
Plus one on the TENS unit. I have and inverter in the tour pack to plug it in. Haven't use it much but I like the "insurance" it's there.
I really enjoy riding and will do it as long as I can.... Life is short... ENJOY IT !!
Be Safe JIM
I really enjoy riding and will do it as long as I can.... Life is short... ENJOY IT !!
Be Safe JIM
No, seriously, you're right and I have been working on it.
Mine did not look like that. Maybe it was a bad batch. I'll know for sure later this week.
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I was going to send you a picture of mine. I bought it from HornyToad HD (Yes, that's the actual name). I don't remember the price but it was cheaper than the local dealers. Which dealership are you buying from? I'm in Charlotte as well but the only local dealership that I deal with is: *** HD in Rock Hill. I was there over the weekend and saw exactly what you're asking for. They do have them in stock.
I was going to send you a picture of mine. I bought it from HornyToad HD (Yes, that's the actual name). I don't remember the price but it was cheaper than the local dealers. Which dealership are you buying from? I'm in Charlotte as well but the only local dealership that I deal with is: *** HD in Rock Hill. I was there over the weekend and saw exactly what you're asking for. They do have them in stock.