Which Backrest?
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Tourer
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From: Reno, NV
Which Backrest?
Does anyone have one on their trike; which one is best? I have a 2012 that I just bought in November and I think a backrest would help me on long rides but I don't know which one would be best. Any ideas and how easy are they to install, etc.
Last edited by rak1; Dec 27, 2012 at 01:51 PM.
Cruiser
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From: Calgary Alberta
I bought the harley one for the trike - its the adjustable one and itworks fine - dealer installed
Cruiser
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From: MiddleTennessee
what they said ^^^^^^ HD adjustable backrest, two parts...adjustable bracket and separate backrest. works really well. then I supplemented the backrest w/a Bone Mountain cover for the wife so she could have someplace to keep items she wanted to have at her reach. nice addition if you ride two up!
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How is the stock seat for long rides?
Myself, afraid to buy a HD backrest until I find out if the seat is any better than my previous bike's stock seats..
From Delta's post, the backrest will work with a Mustang.
Maybe others as well?
Myself, afraid to buy a HD backrest until I find out if the seat is any better than my previous bike's stock seats..
From Delta's post, the backrest will work with a Mustang.
Maybe others as well?
2nd Gear
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The Mustang back rest will fold flat with the seat making it easier for the passenger to mount. I had to slot 2 of the holes to get it to fit. 2013 Tri glide
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For me, the stock seat is awful after an hour. Since my rear end is very large and firm....the seat starts to make me hurt after a while and I need to get off to stretch. I would love to own a Russell Day Long seat, they are made for each rider with actual springs in the seat.
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I have an airhawk on my stock seat. I did NOT find the stock seat comfortable after a couple of hours.
I have the old style (discontinued) HD backrest that is flat, these new ones that have a curve to them are very uncomfortable to me.
I have the old style (discontinued) HD backrest that is flat, these new ones that have a curve to them are very uncomfortable to me.
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As others have said, stock seat is only good for short rides. After that it feels like you are sitting on the frame. I bought a Corbin from a friend and I really like it. I found a Corbin backrest in the classifieds here on the Forum.