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Drivers backrest - are they really that great?

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Old 09-23-2010, 11:14 PM
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my 2000 UC had a mustang and backrest when i bought it..i rode for several miles without the backrest then reinstalled. OH YEAH>>>> got to have a back rest.....
 
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Old 09-23-2010, 11:44 PM
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I have the Mustang 17.5" super wide touring solo seat with removable backrest. ($500 seat!) Now, I do not have a bad back but I NEVER EVER use the backrest. If buying again, I would buy without as it's a $200 upgrade. I've tried it a number of times and it's just not comfortable for me. JMHO
 
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Old 09-24-2010, 12:54 AM
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Love mine and it looks great setup solo. Kick back, feet on highway pegs, and ride all day.
 
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Old 09-24-2010, 01:41 AM
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Not sure why but they hurt my lower back Tried a Firehousecustoms fixed model and when that caused me low back pain I tried the adjustable Mustang. Same thing.

But seems for the vast majority they work great.
 
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Old 09-24-2010, 03:40 AM
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They might work, but they look terrible. So I will just have to say El Paso on this one......

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Old 09-24-2010, 04:02 AM
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I had one put on every bike I have had some are better than others
 
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Old 09-24-2010, 05:24 AM
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I like mine when highway humping on long days. I don't care for it when doing the twisty thing. The mustang version is on and off so quick I just switch it out when the urge hits.
 
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i had both but i did not like it in town. on a trip i can make one from the luggage. i changed it out to the regular mustang. it is more a personal and medical opinion.
 
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I have had them on my last 3 bikes (all Mustang) and absolutely loved them. I do remove it when riding around town, but for the long haul, nothing better.
 
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Don't leave home without it.
 


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