[RedDog]

Just picked up my V-rod Saturday :thumb: Looking through the catalog, I didn't notice any detachable backrest. I like the clean flowing look of the Vrod without the backrest, but occasionally would like to have one for a passenger.


Thanks, RedDog

 

[runit1971]

Not one that I know of a set that is truely detatchable like the Fatbot if your running the fender base plate you have to remove 4 screws each time you remove the back rest.
:thumb: :biker:

 

[runit1971]

oh ya I put the sundowner with a back rest wife & kids like it much better :mrgr:

 

[cubota]

In the mistaken belief that my wife would actually sit on the back of a Vrod, I fitted the backrest. Alas, my optimism was misplaced; she still won't have anything to do with motorcycles. I've taken the rest off but there are still 4 unsightly holes left. Are there some tasteful black plugs or something that could be fitted to make it look nicer?

 

[mr_vrodder]

In the mistaken belief that my wife would actually sit on the back of a Vrod,

Bought mine a helmet. jacket, gloves and the sundowner with backrest too. Still wont come out on the bike yet. Her loss I suppose, our women are hard work at times.

As for the looks with a backrest, when your riding the bike the smooth flowing lines are not there anymore. :vrod:

 

[Greg687]

backrest looks kind of like a spoiler

ok, it makes me feel better about it anyway. I have 7200 miles on my V, and about 99% have been with my G/F on the bike with me. Keep trying. Once they go out, they don't want to stop

 

[DCLittlejohn]

backrest looks kind of like a spoiler

ok, it makes me feel better about it anyway. I have 7200 miles on my V, and about 99% have been with my G/F on the bike with me. Keep trying. Once they go out, they don't want to stop

No kidding.. When I got my V-Rod, the wife said she wouldn't go with me. Now I can't go anywhere without her wanting to get on the back.

 

[VrodG]

The corbin dual touring seat has a removable back rest that can be used for the driver or passenger.

 

[djoyce]

If your just concerned about short hops try the mini backrest. Looks good on the bike and is easy enough to switch out with a regular backrest and touring pillion if your going to be on a longish ride. Works for me at any rate.

 

[Greg687]

I still have that mini if anyone needs it. came with the touring one I got.