Topic: 2015 CVO Street Glide Drivers Backrest (Read 9090 times)

gpopvet · « **on:** August 15, 2016, 04:08:48 AM »

Does anybody have a solution for a drivers backrest?

fredfoot · « **Reply #1 on:** August 15, 2016, 07:53:21 AM »

There are not a lot of good choices if you keep the original seat. I have one that works for me . In April of 2015 I started a thread on this titled: "Backrest for 2015 solo seat" Sorry I don't know how to create a link to it. I hope this helps .

Dan_Lockwood · « **Reply #2 on:** August 15, 2016, 09:20:22 AM »

There's an ad in the Third Party For Sale, "14 street glide parts all HD Stream liner"

In that ad he has a rider back rest. Not sure if it would fit your needs or if it could be modified to work for you. Just thought you might want to take a look.

BostonboyDH · « **Reply #3 on:** August 15, 2016, 09:23:59 AM »

Quote from: gpopvet on August 15, 2016, 04:08:48 AM

Does anybody have a solution for a drivers backrest?

Contact Seth at Auto Originals he has a driver backrest mod he builds into the seatpan of any seat, when you remove the backrest it looks clean !

BostonBoy

Toneaero · « **Reply #4 on:** August 15, 2016, 12:46:28 PM »

I follow a CVO group on facebook and this is his link to backrests.

www.cvobackrest.com

fredfoot · « **Reply #5 on:** August 16, 2016, 04:55:03 AM »

Quote from: Toneaero on August 15, 2016, 12:46:28 PM

I follow a CVO group on facebook and this is his link to backrests.

www.cvobackrest.com

This is the backrest I have .

Harleyman CVO · « **Reply #6 on:** August 23, 2016, 05:53:06 PM »

Quote from: gpopvet on August 15, 2016, 04:08:48 AM

Does anybody have a solution for a drivers backrest?

I have a drivers backrest it's brand-new only used a few times I'm local to you much cheaper than a new one made by the same people private message me if you're interested

kalikali · « **Reply #7 on:** September 08, 2016, 11:26:21 PM »

Meh, find the thread. I wasnt a fan of that backrest, it flexed way too much and didnt offer any support for me. I had to pay for the shipping as well. I would keep looking.

dm930 · « **Reply #8 on:** September 11, 2016, 05:01:45 PM »

Quote from: BostonboyDH on August 15, 2016, 09:23:59 AM

Contact Seth at Auto Originals he has a driver backrest mod he builds into the seatpan of any seat, when you remove the backrest it looks clean !

BostonBoy

Nice, I will call!! Thanks!

Cat Eye · « **Reply #9 on:** September 11, 2016, 08:15:56 PM »

I know what you mean...HD should design backrests for their seats (Touring bikes for sure)

I punted and bought a corbin seat and added the backrest.

At least its an option, but for $$$$ .... if you put the miles on...well worth it.

Cat

gpopvet · « **Reply #10 on:** September 12, 2016, 04:01:59 AM »

I bought the one from CVO and it works fine for me.

dm930 · « **Reply #11 on:** September 12, 2016, 08:47:35 AM »

I like this option so far. Yes, it gives you the seat too, but it's a clean install where the backrest is hidden in the seatback if you ride as a solo.

http://www.mustangseats.com/Product/79725/Wide-Tripper-Solo-with-Driver-Backrest-in-Diamond-Pattern-for-Harley-Davidson-FLHTFLTRFLHXFLHR-2008-2016

BostonboyDH · « **Reply #12 on:** September 12, 2016, 05:13:21 PM »

Not a fan of all the bracketry showing, I think as far as a whole seat replacement C&C makes the cleanest solo with rider backrest...

BostonBoy

dm930 · « **Reply #13 on:** September 12, 2016, 05:56:09 PM »

I know what you mean. I don't either but I don't see anything else within reason under that $450 mark that actually makes a good seat/backrest combo and is internal in the seat.

Anyone can chime in if they have a good alternative.

dm930 · « **Reply #14 on:** September 14, 2016, 09:46:01 PM »

So I bought this...

dm930 · « **Reply #15 on:** September 14, 2016, 09:49:23 PM »

Different view...

dm930 · « **Reply #16 on:** September 14, 2016, 09:50:37 PM »

Another view...

dm930 · « **Reply #17 on:** September 14, 2016, 09:51:20 PM »

Last one..

dm930 · « **Reply #18 on:** September 15, 2016, 12:37:10 PM »

Well, that sucked.... Mustang seats said it would be slightly lower, which is great but this seat actually raised me up 3/4" if not more. Guess they didn't factor a CVO seat is lower than a regular SG. Sent it back already. And by the way, dealing with Jan over at Mustang (Supervisor) was useless. She had no interest in showing me any love. And the new seat choice, #79910 which looks like the better choice is $200 more. No thanks!

dm930 · « **Reply #19 on:** September 15, 2016, 04:41:31 PM »

So what other options are out there. I am starting to like the one from CVOBackrest.com but I see many different shaped backrests on his and don't know which one it ships out with... Help? $:-\$

harleyrules · « **Reply #20 on:** September 15, 2016, 11:20:30 PM »

You can order it without the pad and order the CVO pad from HD so it matches the seat.

dm930 · « **Reply #21 on:** September 15, 2016, 11:30:55 PM »

Yes, I spoke to George about it this evening. Really nice guy too. If I go this route I would buy the CVO backrest for his part and cut a shot in the rear flap of the seat to hide most of the hardware. Surdyke has the backrest pad for $104 and the hardware is $159 including shipping from George.

dm930 · « **Reply #22 on:** September 20, 2016, 07:47:43 PM »

So I went a different direction and order the backrest from Bitchn Stitchn. Will be here Thursday. I like that it's all leather and contoured to your back. Just seems very well made for $199.00. Saw some pics of it on a bike exactly like mine too. Hope I like it. Dan at Bitchn Stitchn was totally cool on the phone also!

dm930 · « **Reply #23 on:** September 22, 2016, 11:14:02 PM »

So this is my new backrest from Bitchn Stitchn.

https://goo.gl/photos/CoS3CMG93NSy8Mf59

dm930 · « **Reply #24 on:** September 22, 2016, 11:17:16 PM »

I think if I bring the seat and backrest to my leather tailor, she may be able to open up the two seams where the metal hardware sits on the seat and pass it through the opened seam to hide it all.

Thoughts?

FLSTFI Dave · « **Reply #25 on:** September 23, 2016, 07:56:45 AM »

Do you have a web address for where you got that back rest? I have not been able to find it using Bitchn Stitchn. Thanks

dm930 · « **Reply #26 on:** September 23, 2016, 08:00:54 AM »

http://www.bitchnstitchninc.com/

Call and speak to Dan. 303.238.5404
Nice guy. It cost $199 + $13 shipping.

Back rest is made well and it's ALL leather. It's not perfect but nothing I've seen really is.

EAGLE1 · « **Reply #27 on:** September 23, 2016, 02:25:54 PM »

I like it better with the matching pad, my OCD knows no bounds

dm930 · « **Reply #28 on:** September 23, 2016, 02:28:07 PM »

Yours is a different brand.

DALE#3 · « **Reply #29 on:** October 02, 2016, 04:49:41 PM »

C&C Makes such a great quality seat.The Finished look of the backrest was another reason to choose them.

Their passenger pillion and matching covering stock sissy pad is...Well you decide

plustiano · « **Reply #30 on:** October 03, 2016, 01:01:10 PM »

Quote from: DALE#3 on October 02, 2016, 04:49:41 PM

C&C Makes such a great quality seat.The Finished look of the backrest was another reason to choose them.

Their passenger pillion and matching covering stock sissy pad is...Well you decide

Does the C&C seat keep the same height and width as the CVO seat? I'm on the short side so wouldn't want to go this route if it raises the seat height any. Thanks

kalikali · « **Reply #31 on:** October 05, 2016, 01:18:46 AM »

Pay $150 or so for a back rest that doenst work or $450 for a new seat with a built in back rest, those are the only 2 choices and I will probably go with the second.

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