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| After reading the one review, I was a bit worried "one star really" so here we go, I am 6'2" so I was a bit worried that the other backrest would not move back were I might need it. So looking at this one, it has forward and back, up and down, also lean adjustments, also if I truly hate the backrest it can be removed. I was surprised at were I have the adjustment at, quite a ways forward even for my size. and long arms. At this point I love the backrest. This is why I only gave it 4 stars, the pouch that is on the back of the back rest it is very cool BUT it is Velcro-ed on, and in the hot western sun glue is not that good. one little area has a problem staying glued. |
| Very easy to install, they look good, but unless they are very,very tight they wont stay in place. Other wise a good product. |
| On the "Generation 2" GL1800 (2012-UP) The easiest way to get the U bolts in is to remove the turn signal/ tail light housing by accessing 4 fasteners on the back wall inside the side compartments. Once that is taken off, you can easily manipulate the U bolts around the frame tube and secure them. You may have to re-dress the threads on the U-bolts so they'll accept the nuts without cross-threading. They're cut pretty sloppily and you'll need a file or grinder to clean them up. Try fitting the nuts before installing the U-bolts! You'll also need to trim a inch or so off either side of the back side of the center panel to allow clearance for the flat plates on the mount. Fit the panel and look underneath to see how much you'll need to remove to get the panel to mount flush. The picture included in the directions only show a "Generation 1" configuration. Unless you plan on keeping the mount tube in place all the time, you'll want to find a plastic cap or cover the opening with tape to prevent dirt from corroding the inside of the mount tube. You might also want to remove the tension bolt located above the hitch pin and re-install it using plumbers Teflon tape wrapped around the threads to keep the bolt from vibrating out when not tightened down. Remember that all this stuff is INSIDE the rear tire well and will be exposed to everything your rear tire rolls thru. I recommend using a loc-tite thread locker product on all fasteners also. Instillation wasn't bad, but be prepared to take your time because the instillation is tedious and easily frustrating. |
| I just finished installation on a rainy day, so this rating is only on installation. Step 1--throw away the supplied drill bit!!! This bit will grab the fiberglass on the bike trim piece and it is very difficult to make a clean cut. In my case one hole was so bad that I am having to spend $106 to replace the trim piece. I bought a good drill bit for the other side and it was perfect. Take my advice and buy a drill bit designed for an application such as this, like a Porter Cable bit designed for acrylics. |
| I installed this myself in a couple hours on a 2006 airbag model. Took my time and referred to the online instructions referred to in other reviews. I pulled a trailer 2-up over 6000 miles on a trip last year with absolutely no problems. This hitch is solid. |
| I have purchase two of these. One to replace the previous purchase because the chrome came off the antenna mount and pole. Well, the second flag pole succumbed to the same fate in a short time after installation. They look great on the bike but the fact that the chrome comes off so quickly has determined that I not repurchase this item. |
| I have purchase two of these. One to replace the previous purchase because the chrome came off the antenna mount and pole. Well, the second flag pole succumbed to the same fate in a short time after installation. They look great on the bike but the fact that the chrome comes off so quickly has determined that I not repurchase this item. |
| This one is an absolute no-brainer for a GL1800. Very easy installation. It took me about 10 minutes, start to finish. The functionality is just as advertised. Thankfully, I will never run out of juice for my MP3 player or android phone again. Be sure to check-out the YouTube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKm-AHXhM78. |
| Looks great, feels great, and easy to install. YouTube installation videos make the job a snap. Great buy! |
| Momma doesn't ride all the time and this comes of in a minutes, if that. I will store in the trunk until needed. |
| Easy install on 2012. As with others, it was nerve racking when cutting into the seat. Just take your time and read the directions. However, being 5' 7" the backrest hits my back kind of high, which is okay but now it feels like i'm reaching for the handle bars. No mre reaching, I just added some risers and everything is good now. |
| Added to my 2012 Black wing. Looks really nice. I used painters tape to hold in place for a day or two. As with any taped accessory, dry fit first, then stick. So far so good. |