DOC HARLEY: RIDER BACKREST

[@SixShooter14]

Just added one to my Road King. Fantastic addition, especially those with bad backs or poor circulation.

[@eb1941]

One of the best additions to my bike. Takes the force of acceleration off your arms.

[@BeaverDaveECV]

My 2009 H-D Electra Glide Classic has a backrest but now I know how to adjust it. Can't wait to go into my garage but wanted to thank you first.

[@61espo]

Thanks for taking the time to do the videos Doc! They are extremely helpful!

[@Otis884]

A backrest made a world of difference since my back surgery.

[@lyndagreen6185]

How about reviewing backrests for the 2024 models. Especially the adjustable model. Especially consider if you have a reach seat. The older models did not work with the reach seat.

[@Big88Country]

As always thanks Doc! Got a question; my compression spring disappeared on the backrest, does Harley have a part number for that dang spring? I've searched and can't find it. Thank you for your time Sir!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

If you can find the part number for the complete back rest, your dealer could look up if there is a break down list of parts….Doc

[@herberttaylor2551]

How about a passenger backrest on a Freewheeler?

[@JoseMorales-vw4qf]

Wow! Thank you again.

[@tomb.8485]

I can easily go a couple of hundred extra miles when I use mine. Worth the money and just get the Harley brand.

[@greenhorngrower5503]

Daaaaaaaaaang I love that seat on that bike wow its beautiful

[@snakebite6511]

Are you high? its fugley

[@greenhorngrower5503]

@@snakebite6511 well, yah of course I'm high! Looks like u got a signature seat urself

[@dalemasyk1583]

lol pretty cool doc tks now need to rig one for my sportster

[@joshuaramirez289]

Is that a tallboy seat or a stock seat? If its a tallboy seat what kind of backrest is it. I've bought one of Amazon but it wouldn't fit because the seat is lower then the stock one

[@jesseesters6964]

On my 2011 haritage the passenger backrest is loose how does the concho come off to get to the screw to tighten it thanks for any advice

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Should be a 1/4-20 X 1 in screw behind the concho which I think is held in place by the leather straps. Thanks ~ Doc

[@200papabear]

do you have a video on the adjustable

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

No. Thanks ~ Doc

[@brycehansen6205]

I know this isn’t about this video. But I have a 05 Electra classic and wondering if I should use full synthetic or conventional?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Both are approved by H-D, it’s really up to you.

[@danielgaskell5490]

Use full synthetic if you ride during the winter since synthetic flows like water even to -30F. If you live in a very hot climate synthetic also takes heat much better. Everyone is better off with synthetic especially since it stays on metal parts longer than conventional once the engine is turned off.

[@4Evr_Cruzn]

When putting that bracket on, there it's no wrong or right hole? I've installed one on my 14 FLHTCU, and put the bracket in the first hole, because it was the most comfortable for me. However, appeared to put a lot of stress on the seam, so I moved to second hole instead. Will the seam tear on my stock seat, if I moved back to first hole, since the seat and backrest are designed for creature comfort?

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Honestly, I tend to put it in the second hole so I haven’t observed it on a bike long term in the first.

[@4Evr_Cruzn]

@@LowCountryHarleyDavidson Thank you...I leave it in the second hole. Ride safe, and enjoy the ride.

[@robertdetwieler1631]

Hey Doc, I have a 05 road king that I am adding a trunk to with lights, where can I tap into the wiring harness to gain power for running lights n blinkers??

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Behind the battery in front of the rear fender is the connector for turn signals and brake lights. I suggest purchasing one 70933-10 Y Harness, one 73106-96BK Pin Housing, and however many terminals you need (likely part number 73191-96).

[@robertdetwieler1631]

Low Country Harley-Davidson thank you sir, lovin’ the videos.....

[@billsmith4877]

Doc: 2003 EGStandard, the back rest for the passenger has broke loose (top). Is there a fix for it? Looks like a rubber bushing.

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Yes, there are individual bushing parts that can be ordered.

[@t.s.racing]

Doc, not trying to take over your AWESOME video, but the seat on my girlfriend's XL is a DISGRACE. I replaced it with a SADDLEMAN, and as a Engine Builder and Biker for over 45 years, SADDLEMAN IS OVER THE TOP IN QUALITY, and yes it has a optional back rest. She went from AGONIZING shoulder and back pain, to LET'S KEEP GOING, with just a seat change. THANK YOU SADDLEMAN, MADE IN AMERICA, AWESOME DOESN'T COME CLOSE TO DESCRIBING THE QUALITY OF YOUR SEATS!!!

[@trook9875]

Why are there shop towels under the seat?... just curious

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

To protect the motorcycle when working on it.

[@robyo1713]

I have a 2006 sportster 1200 xlc . Can this be applied to my bike?

[@neilbrown82]

Not this one but there are aftermarket companies that do make them

[@rockinginfiniverse1617]

Thanks

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

Welcome….Doc

[@ronin5273]

What’s the proper life for a Harley?! How many years or how many miles?!

[@LowCountryHarleyDavidson]

There is still an original 1903 Harley-Davidson running. I’ve personally seen Harleys with over 210,000 miles on them

[@pedenmk]

I set my 2016 streetglide up for a backrest i installed the backrest but it shoved me too far forward towards the tank.

[@gaknskk]

I have a 16 SGS as well that I put a keryakan backrest on and it has an angle bar on the pad you insert it that can go either way and the bracket has alot of adjustment you can set back farther so on and so forth. Check them out . I love mine .

[@pedenmk]

@@gaknskk hey THANKS. I didn't know what to do because of my bad back. It's hard taking long trips when your in pain

[@pedenmk]

@@gaknskk is it the 1670 plugin adjustable backrest you have?

[@gaknskk]

@@pedenmk Yes . And right now JP Cycles has it on sale for $188.99 regularly $209.99 . JP Cycle part # 446-543 Manufacturer part # 1670 I misspelled it last time . It is Kuryakyn. I hope this is helpful. Ride on !!!

[@pedenmk]

@@gaknskk thanks. Ordering one today.

[@3percentmick705]

Those seats though lol

[@BigRob345]

Backrest sits to far forward for me

[@4freedom3per]

what a piece of shit back rest height adjustment set up. there is better out there....