Drivers backrest
#22
I had the "non-adjustable" HD backrest on my '08. It does have some manual adjustment, but for me, it sat me straight up too much. I should have bent it in the vice to lean it back more.
On my '16, I opted for the HD adjustable version. This is much better than my last for a couple reasons. It "flips down" for the passenger getting on and off, and it has more range. With saying that, I do realize my rests were on two different frames ('08 and '16 - both Street Glides), so I can't compare exactly back to back.
I had intended on only using mine for longer rides, but I've enjoyed the support and it never comes off of the bike. I just bought my wife the cover that slides over my backrest that has a couple pockets (phone and water bottle).
On my '16, I opted for the HD adjustable version. This is much better than my last for a couple reasons. It "flips down" for the passenger getting on and off, and it has more range. With saying that, I do realize my rests were on two different frames ('08 and '16 - both Street Glides), so I can't compare exactly back to back.
I had intended on only using mine for longer rides, but I've enjoyed the support and it never comes off of the bike. I just bought my wife the cover that slides over my backrest that has a couple pockets (phone and water bottle).
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Big fan of the back rest. A must have for long rides. Keeps me from slouching as I have noticed I do. I have the Harley adjustable and so far so good.
Plus, if you happen to not pay attention to where you park and it has a slight down grade, helps in backing up, not that I would know, (wink, wink)
Plus, if you happen to not pay attention to where you park and it has a slight down grade, helps in backing up, not that I would know, (wink, wink)
#25
I would echo sailmotion's comments. It is adjustable, at least to the extent that I've found it necessary. I have Harley Backrest P/N: 52572-09A. List is $199.95 but can be obtained for far less from any one of several on-line dealers. Around town I don't use it. But on a long trip? My back thanks me!
Last edited by Bluehighways; 01-28-2018 at 12:10 AM.
#26
I would echo sailmotion's comments. It is adjustable, at least to the extent that I've found it necessary. I have Harley Backrest P/N: 52572-09A. List is $199.95 but can be obtained for far less from any one of several on-line dealers. Around town I don't use it. But on a long trip? My back thanks me!
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