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Old Aug 19, 2014 | 04:40 PM
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My lower back is ready for a back rest. I ride 2 up frequently. .need the flip type where wife can load up. 2012 Limited ..I am a small guy 5'6"..140..yea soaking wet lol...Any good quality or suggestions appreciated .
 
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Old Aug 19, 2014 | 05:14 PM
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Just saw This one in the classified section. I have one and love it. It will flip forward for your passenger to load up.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2014 | 05:45 PM
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Highly recommend the HD adjustable backrest. Nice to be able to adjust on the fly.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2014 | 06:10 PM
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I like my backrest from http://www.utpr.com/
 
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Old Aug 19, 2014 | 06:24 PM
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I have recently tried a rider backrest and discovered it's not for me. Although it did give me support while riding, the next day after a 2 hour ride the previous day, my lower back was sore as if it were bruised. The only thing I can figure is the mild vibration of the bike and road bumps caused this soreness. I know plenty of riders love their backrest but I'm wondering if anyone one else has experienced soreness after riding with it for a few hours?
 
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Old Aug 19, 2014 | 07:43 PM
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Love my backrest. Can ride all day without thinking about my sore back. Without it I can only go for about an hour before the soreness sets in.

It also makes backing up my bike lots easier with something to push against.

They snap on and off in just a couple seconds, and can be put in a saddle bag if you want your bike to look all cool when parked.
 
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Love my backrest. Worked for me on my 5800 mile ride of a lifetime! But, I'm 6'4"...
 
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if u have a tour pack,be prepaired to move it back to give your passenger more room.unless she's tiny.
 
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Highly recommend the HD adjustable backrest. Nice to be able to adjust on the fly.
I agree. With over 53,000 miles on my bike i can't imagine not having it..
 
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