Installed Rider Backrest
#41
02-28-2009 | 12:34 PM
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Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 528
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From: Alberta Canada
I'm 6 foot tall and there is a noticable difference in feeling pushed forward with the HD and not as much with the Mustang.
The Mustang will "fold flat" very easily for getting on and off the bike.
The HD one will fold forward, but not flat on your Ultra seat.
I checked checked out the Mustang web site for a part number. Then when bargin hunting on ebay for one. I bought a new one off ebay and saved about $50 verses my "No-Discount for you (plus sales tax)" ba$tard dealer of mine.
This should be the Smooth (no studs) setup for an '09 - Model: 79610
http://www.mustangseats.com/cart/ind...oducts_id=1402
They say smooth but it still has a design in it.
I couldn't find one on eBay right now but Zanotti will give nice discounts on aftermarket products. Give them a call.
https://www.zanottimotor.com/
Or just call Mustang
800-243-1392
Monday - Friday
9am - 5:30pm Eastern
The Mustang will "fold flat" very easily for getting on and off the bike.
The HD one will fold forward, but not flat on your Ultra seat.
I checked checked out the Mustang web site for a part number. Then when bargin hunting on ebay for one. I bought a new one off ebay and saved about $50 verses my "No-Discount for you (plus sales tax)" ba$tard dealer of mine.
This should be the Smooth (no studs) setup for an '09 - Model: 79610
http://www.mustangseats.com/cart/ind...oducts_id=1402
They say smooth but it still has a design in it.
I couldn't find one on eBay right now but Zanotti will give nice discounts on aftermarket products. Give them a call.
https://www.zanottimotor.com/
Or just call Mustang
800-243-1392
Monday - Friday
9am - 5:30pm Eastern
#42
02-28-2009 | 12:49 PM
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Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 71
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From: Frederick, Maryland
Back Rest
I have had the HD on for a few thousand miles and it helps. When I am riding 2-up and the passenger is not "little" it pushed me a bit forward. I know some of you will say "only slim passengers allowed" but I am not Mr. Skinny either. At 6'1" and 300 lbs with three herniated discs in my lower back I do enjoy the backrest and the adjust ability too. For the times I do ride without it I use the "Back-A-Line" support belt. Saw it at a bike show, bought it online and love it. I cannot do the two of them together... pushes way too forward. I am still looking for the ultimate in comfort in long rides. Have not found it yet.
#43
02-28-2009 | 09:18 PM
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Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 488
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From: aurora,colorado
I'm not familiar with the Mustang backrest but I am with both types of Harley backrests. The only way to go if you choose the Harley backrest is with the adjustable one. The fixed one I had on my Road King did push me forward a bit but when I got my Ultra Classic I got the adjustable backrest. It's fully adjustable and I like the thick padding on the Harley backrest. I'm 6'3" and have no issues anymore. One thing I did was get a Screaming Eagle Ultra heated seat. It seems to have more room than the stock seat.When I ride with a passenger the backrest comes off and the stock seat goes back on. Would not ride alone without the backrest.
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