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Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
By Kuryakyn SKU: KU8990
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MSRP: $367.95
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1 Star: 10
2 Stars: 12
3 Stars: 16
4 Stars: 25
5 Stars: 91
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
06.05.2014
Good Backrest
I have a gold wing trike bike. Since I sit where my feet don't touch the ground, I get cramps in my legs especially in city driving with frequent stoplight stops. I purchased the Kuryakyn backrest. I took it out of the box and because my bike was getting it's oil change and physical, I tried to envision how it went together and made one simple little mistake. I tried removing the spindle thinking it had to be reattached on the other side of the bar and found myself looking at three ball bearings and a lot of grease on my hands. Dumb move on my part. I finally got it back together and the Honda Service guy said it fits through one of the three slots and by moving the handle it locks into place. It seems really secure and comfortable and can't wait until I go on a long trip with a comfortable ride. Feels great so far. Rob Cowan Deerfield, IL |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
03.05.2014
Should have bought a Utopia
First off, I want to say the quality of this backrest is very good. That being said, a few things I don't like about this backrest. One is the tube and the locking mechanism at the side of the driver's seat. My passenger is short (5'2"), and they are constantly getting in the way of her legs. Second, the backrest comes up a little too high for me. The pad hits me right below my shoulder blades and gets irritating on long rides. Third, that bar again. When you fold it forward for your passenger to get off the bike, and go to fold it back, it catches on the factory seat backrest. I keep worrying that it is going to rip my seat one day. Just some things that I thought I would point out for others. |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
02.07.2014
Not for tall folks
The adjustment would not move back far enough for me being 6'4". Otherwise the hardware is very good. |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
12.21.2013
great backrest
Installed new in 08. Have ridden 65,000 miles and works perfectly. Am now bying one for wifes new trike. |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
12.10.2013
Back Saver
I have had mine two years now and once you have ridden with a backrest you wont go without.I am talking about those 400-500 mile rides.At the end of the day it makes a big difference.So far it has held up fine and wife does not seem to be bothered by it. |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
10.12.2013
comphy
the back rest is great I love the way you can move it around one up middle one up all the way back, we are going on a 10 hour trip Monday I will let you all know who it is then |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
09.27.2013
Broke after 2 years
Had this for two years and broke where is it wouldn't stay in the fixed upright position. Lucky I have a welder and welded it in one position. Looks like crap now but at lease it works now. Don't ever lean back into it. |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
08.26.2013
Rust
I have had this backrest for about 1 1/2 years now i had to take the seat of and found that the flat brackets are all rusting so am very disappointed |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
05.18.2013
Excellent Back Rest
Best Back Rest! Great for long rides. Easy to remove. Flat mounts are out of the way when back rest is off. Quick easy installation. Excellent for this old Iron Butt member. |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
12.25.2012
updated review
Updated review. Have removed backrest, and it is for sale on ebay. Momma HATES it now. Hits her legs. All the time. Gonna take a 'hit' on the selling price, but oh well. Just placed an order for the UTOPIA. |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
12.15.2012
very nice quality
I don't know what all the pissing and moaning is about the Kuryakyn chrome quality. i've purchased thousands of dollars (over the years), on Kury stuff (besides the fact that THEY are only 8 miles from me), but still. I've never had a quality issue with ANYTHING. now onto my review. Quality/fitment is very nice. It went together very easily. NOW it is winter tho, and we're not (obviously), riding. But momma has sat on it, and has no complaints yet. It feels very comfy for me. I"m 6'0", w/32" inseam. Very nice setup. |
Kuryakyn Driver Backrest w/Storage Pouch for GL1800
ITEM CODE: KU8990, SKU: KU8990
07.06.2012
Keep looking !
OK guys and girls this backrest looks the goods BUT its not the pad angle is WRONG ! Its like riding with the broom handle UP your $ut Be fair to say the guy who put this together has never been on a long ride EVER. Pad is way to high more like a shoulder rest and iam 6'1" lucky i have a hacksaw and a mig welder. |