As some know, I recently traded in my 2010 WG for a new SG. Love my new ride but the first thing I need to purchase is a back rest for my passenger. My usual rider is a 13 yr old boy who is constantly hitting me on the back with his helmet. Probably because he is sliding around a bit with nothing to rest on. Might even get to talk the wife to go for a ride and get off her bobber if I had a backrest.
So I know there are 2 and 4 prong options. Can anyone give me some tips on these? What are your favs and why?

 

get the 4 point mounting hardware. It gives you more options for the future. luggage racks, tour paks, etc...

 

+1 on the 4 point, you'll have alot more options out there if you want or need them.

 

Ok I'm going to be different..yes the 4 point will give you more options but if you are not running anything other than a backrest...the 2 point is a much cleaner look you hardly see it when the backrest is off. The 4 point in my opinion is a bit unsightly... and why pay for something your not going to use and be forced to look at it all the time...but thats just me

 

I agree with the 4 point docking system. THis will allow you to have the back rest and a luggage rack. If you ever decide to do an overnight trip that will come in handy.

The other thing on the backrest, I would get the standard height. The lower one looks cool but I like the support on the standard height.

 

I went 4 point and got the low passenger rest and pad. Then when the Stealth rack came out I got it. The 4 point looks hideous alone but with everything attached it looks good (to me).

 

do it right the first time and get the 4 point, more options.

 

I started with the 2 point thinking that would be all I needed. It wasn't long before I moved to a 4 point to accommodate a tour pak I picked up on the internet.

Would go with the 4 point out of the gate. I can't agree with the unsightly appearance. I don't see where it diminishes the appearance.

 

The 2 point is just for the "backrest".
The 4 point is for the "backrest and a luggage rack" or a "Tour Pak".

If all you will ever want is just the backrest, the two point does look way better.

 

I agree on the 4 point, I have the 2 and wish I had bought the 4. My 2 point will be for sale or trade soon if anyone is interested.