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15 Member Reviews
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2 Stars: 0
3 Stars: 1
4 Stars: 2
5 Stars: 12
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
09.28.2016
Saved My Trip
| Makes a huge difference for the long rides. This thing is sturdy, not too difficult to install, and matches the OEM seat perfectly. The back rest absorbs shock when you hit a bump, and it keeps your back more upright so you have less stress and fatigue. Made a 3400 mile trip through the Rockies just after I installed it. I don't think I could have done that without this backrest. Highly recommended! |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
08.19.2016
Best backrest on the market!
| I installed this rest on my '07 and absolutely loved it! It was scary cutting the seat, but I used a bread knife and the width was perfect. This design fit very comfortably between my shoulder blades and I didn't realize how important that was until I bought my '12 with the Utopia style rest on it. (the square rests put a strain on my shoulders after about an hour and this one did not) I love my Gen II but really wish I had this backrest! In fact, I will probably change them out once I get the other accessories in order. |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
04.25.2016
Backrest
| awsome my wife was putting a pillow between us on long trips my lower back would start to ache after a while no longer a issue matched my 12 wing perfect also can go long distance solo |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
09.14.2015
This back rest saved my life. Thank you Big Bike Parts!
| We purchased this backrest in May of 2014 for our new GL1800. Easy, (but scary) installation, looked fantastic, and was comfortable for my 6' tall husband. Then we had a terrible accident in July, 2015, when an SUV decided to pull out into our path on a 55 mph country road. As the passenger, I pitched forward and hit the backrest, which kept me in my seat. Husband was transported by ambulance for his injuries, I was able to refuse treatment and walk away with a nasty groin bruise, and some stomach bruising. The bike was totaled. When I removed the backrest from the bike to inspect it for damage, I noticed that the main bracket was just slightly bent at the bottom, where the bolts connect, something that Big Bike confirmed by e-mail. (Please look at my profile photo - that is a closeup of the backrest base, where I hit it.) Big Bike Parts sent me a new bracket and fresh bolts for less than $25. They were WONDERFUL to deal with, we received the new bracket in 3 days. This is an excellent, well designed backrest - now installed on my replacement bike! I would certainly buy this backrest again. Ride Safe! |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
07.17.2015
Worth the price
| The install is just as they show and as the instructions state. The product seems to be made well and I have used mine for a little more than 2000 miles - mostly in pouring rain. Initially I was very uncomfortable as the backrest position was slightly forward of the saddle lower stop - even thought of throwing it out. There is one line of the bottom of the instructions about the adjustment stop plate that it can be mounted on the other side to adjust the seat rearward - which is not enough, but when I threw that plate away and raised the seat back it made a huge difference. I am about to take another 1,000 mile trip and expect this to be excellent. Although the instruction show being able to move the rest out of the way for the passenger to mount, what is excellent is that if you let the seatback rotate vertically, it tucks into the saddle and I can just swing my leg over it as if it isn't even there - really cool feature that they should add to the marketing feature. For the price, this is a great deal and product - gave it a 4 due to having to play with it / throw a piece away to make it fit my size and body shape - which might not be normal. |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
03.06.2014
SURPRISED !!!
| WELL I HAD ONE OF THE EARLIER BACKREST & I SAW THIS ONE THAT REALLY SEEM TO MATCH THE COLOR & THE DESIGN OF THE WINGS SEATING DESIGN-----SO WHEN I GOT IT I SAID WOWWWWWW-THIS THING HAS HITECH METAL CUT JUST RIGHT TO ACCENT THE QUALITY OF THE BIKE/TRIKE-MAN THIS THING IS REALLY NICE & MATCHING TOO---WELL IT JUST CAN'T BE BEAT--ALSO YOU CAN AJUST THE SEATING FORWARD & UP OR DOWN--SO YEAAAA- 5 STARS--& GO GET ONE TO MATCH EVERYTHING UP----FANTASTIC---- |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
09.08.2013
10 stars
| This is the best dollar I ever spent !!!there is no way I can ride as long as I do without this back rest..it's a bit for my wife to mount and dismount the bike with me on it first ... so she mount frist (that easy). Installing the backrest was a bit scary cutting into a perfectly good seat but no problem just take you time ,study the directions watch the video , shouldn't have any problems if you don't feel comfortable,have the dealer do it , |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
06.03.2013
Smart mount backrest
| Tricky install also scary! You must take a knife to your $1800 seat. I was apprehensive but installed it. Follow the instructions. After 18000+ miles no problems. |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
05.28.2013
Not rain proof
| Backrest itself works well, but I got caught in a 3" gusher and the backrest was soaked. The foam inside was soaked. Had to dry out because it would leak on my wife's thigh. |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
04.30.2013
One year later- great product
| Following up on a 5 star review when new- one year ago. I have been very pleased with this product- perfect condition- no bad seams or material- hadware still like new. Costly, but well worth the investment. |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
11.10.2012
Took it back off
| Installation was a little tricky. Cutting into the top of the seat went fine, and the little leather patch you put over the cut out portion works great. It took some time getting the long bar into the seat and having it line up with the bolt holes, so patients is needed, it will take several tries. Unfortunately I took it off after two 50 mile trips. My wife who has a little back problem, fount it really difficult getting off. Even though the back rest folds forward and lays flat, she had to swing her leg over it to get off. I would help her each time, but I could tell, it was not comfortable. A happy wife is a happy couple. So off it came and I left the patch on and filled up the slot with the cut out that came with it. Looks fine.I will say the product is a fine piece of equipment and deserves 5 stars, but thought I should share this problem I have in case any other drivers have a similar situation |
Smart Mount Backrest for GL1800
ITEM CODE: BB52797, SKU: BB52797
08.01.2012
great fit
| Fits great functions as stated. Good purchase |