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[pado]

Any comments on a HD adjustable backrest for my '08 Nemo.  The stock one is a poc.

[mr_magoo]

Not sure the adjustable one would change much.  ! add 2 inches to my stock one and put 2 45 bends in it to get it to my liking.

[iski]

Any comments on a HD adjustable backrest for my '08 Nemo.  The stock one is a poc.

Know of those who have ordered a Mustang B/R and changed the mount (ordered from Mustang or J & P. etc.) to the Mustang mount.  Stock B/R still on my bike but agree there is room for improvement on that one.

[sadunbar]

Any comments on a HD adjustable backrest for my '08 Nemo.  The stock one is a poc.

I use this one - I love it - 

[pado]

I use this one - I love it - 

 Is this an HD or what.   

I am looking for something that is adjustable on the fly.  With my current one I don't seem to be able to ride more than 600 mi per day before I have to adjust it.  My back gets tired quick.

[sadunbar]

Is this an HD or what.   

I am looking for something that is adjustable on the fly.  With my current one I don't seem to be able to ride more than 600 mi per day before I have to adjust it.  My back gets tired quick.

yes - it comes with a variety of backrest pad styles.  Check the online catalog.  Pillow-Look Style Adjustable Rider Backrest

"These touring rider backrests are the most adjustable on the market. With one quick pull from the integrated gas spring, you can instantly adjust the riding position through a 30-degree range. The backrest removes easily and has a push-button-activated, five position, 1.5" height adjustment. The rider backrest folds down to allow easier passenger mounting.


Adjustable Rider Backrest Illustration
 52473-01B


Fits '97-later Touring models equipped with slotted seats. Does not fit '08 FLHR, FLHX or FLTR Original Equipment seats. "


http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/gma_product.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442031391&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302287457&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=2534374302287457&bmUID=1215644718971&bmLocale=en_US

It is adjustable front to rear on the fly, and is also adjustable in height.

[pado]

yes - it comes with a variety of backrest pad styles.  Check the online catalog.  Pillow-Look Style Adjustable Rider Backrest

"These touring rider backrests are the most adjustable on the market. With one quick pull from the integrated gas spring, you can instantly adjust the riding position through a 30-degree range. The backrest removes easily and has a push-button-activated, five position, 1.5" height adjustment. The rider backrest folds down to allow easier passenger mounting.


Adjustable Rider Backrest Illustration
 52473-01B


Fits '97-later Touring models equipped with slotted seats. Does not fit '08 FLHR, FLHX or FLTR Original Equipment seats. "


http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/gma_product.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442031391&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302287457&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=2534374302287457&bmUID=1215644718971&bmLocale=en_US

It is adjustable front to rear on the fly, and is also adjustable in height.

Thanks for the info.  I'll look into it.  How about installation??  Is it simple??

[sadunbar]

Thanks for the info.  I'll look into it.  How about installation??  Is it simple??

real simple....half hour max...

[J-Carr]

Thanks for the info.  I'll look into it.  How about installation??  Is it simple??

Be aware that you can't use the Harley mid frame heat shields with any of the hydraulic adjustable Harley backrests.  The left side heat shield mounts to the same hole that adjuster does.  And even with a longer bolt the shield blocks the pull on the lever.

Ride Safe,
J-Carr

[sadunbar]

Be aware that you can't use the Harley mid frame heat shields with any of the hydraulic adjustable Harley backrests.  The left side heat shield mounts to the same hole that adjuster does.  And even with a longer bolt the shield blocks the pull on the lever.

Ride Safe,
J-Carr

I use the Kuryakyn heat shields.  They fit fine with the adjustable backrest... 

[pado]

This board is amazing.  I was gonna get the K heat shields next.

Thanx

[iski]

This board is amazing.  I was gonna get the K heat shields next.

Thanx

The Kury heat shields out now are an improvement over the first model.  Easier to install - double stick tape keeps it in place very well - does not utilize the side cover fastener as the old model did.  Looks better than the other shields, too, IMHO.