I went with the Kuryakyn Plug N Play bracket and a used Low Dyna Sissy Bar off Ebay. Search on here for Kuryakyn Plug and Play for more info and pics from someone already.

 

"..... Edit//...... oh, and then there's the locks for the sideplates, the 2 sides are like $60. "


You could buy the lock for one side...Since you can't take the backrest setup off unless both sides are unlatched.

But I totally agree with you, the whole HD backrest thing is expensive. Makes a HUGE difference though for both your passenger and you. A comfy passenger that's not right on your a ss is a happy passenger...

No need for one on my current ride.