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Ultra- Which Backrest?

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Old 03-03-2008 | 08:55 PM
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Default RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?
Adjustable, on the bike all day having the flexbility to adjust it back or forward comes in handy.

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Old 03-03-2008 | 09:03 PM
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i got the adjustable and like the ability to move around but........... i dont care for the fit and if u ride 2 up alot with a big wifeythe pad is cut too big and bothers the inside of her knees
 
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Old 03-03-2008 | 09:07 PM
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+1 on adjustable to matched seat
 
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Old 03-03-2008 | 09:18 PM
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Default RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?
Standard here, although I did have to modify it a bit. You'll probably find that it pushes you too far forward.
 
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Old 03-03-2008 | 09:21 PM
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I got the adjustable one on my '07 Ultra and like it fine, except for it being about twice as thick as the basic, which only matters when you're riding 2-up.
 
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Old 03-03-2008 | 09:26 PM
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Default RE: Ultra- Which Backrest?
I got the standard, once I got it adjusted for me... I have no reason to adjust it.
 
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Old 03-03-2008 | 09:28 PM
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I'm thinking if I get my Street Glide I will put a Mustang backreston the stock seat.
It's adjustable on the go and a little smaller n size.
 
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Old 03-03-2008 | 09:28 PM
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after getting stiff on an allday ride i love being able to move it
 
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Old 03-03-2008 | 10:09 PM
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I am very satisfied with the standard (non-adjustable) backrest. As I recall, the adjustment mechanism on the adjustable version interferes with the heat deflection shields (if you have them).
 
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Old 03-03-2008 | 11:49 PM
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ORIGINAL: UGlide

I am very satisfied with the standard (non-adjustable) backrest. As I recall, the adjustment mechanism on the adjustable version interferes with the heat deflection shields (if you have them).
Nope! doesn't interfere with the heat deflectors. I have both on mine, just have to reach a little further to get at the adjustment lever.
 
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