Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger

jon · 01-13-2008, 06:26 PM

Hi...I am Jon's wife Kim.

Thought some of the other wives might like a passenger opinion about the backrest. We took a 70 mile ride today and I loved it.

First of all, Lonnie's design is so cool...it matches the bike's overall look and mimics the shape of the stock backrest. No aftermarket look here!

Not only is it good to look at, but any fear that it would "cramp" my space is totally unfounded. I was worried that it might rub or hurt my legs during the ride, but the only part of the backrest that touches the passenger is padded. This design has the metal support in the middle of the backrest...which never touches the passenger.

My only suggestion to Lonnie, would be to put a little more padding on the top arched edge (the part that touches the passenger) so the ride would be even more comfortable.

Overall I give it a total thumbs up...it is a sleek and efficient design that makes the bike look and feel better to ride.

Thanks for entertaining my Jon for hours

He loves his KawaNOW buddies. Looking forward to meeting you all at a future rally.

Kim

Todd · 01-13-2008, 06:36 PM

Thanks Kim....that is the exact concern that my wife has had about a backrest for me. We promise not to corrupt Jon too bad.

blowndodge · 01-13-2008, 06:38 PM

She told me the same thing. She's been rubbed raw right there! Didn't think she'd tell ya

Todd · 01-13-2008, 06:54 PM

She was just braggin' on me :) Hey wait....whadda ya mean told you!!! I gotta check the phone bill closer!!!

dakals · 01-13-2008, 07:10 PM

Did you guys know that almost every thread on this forum changes the subject a lot!!!!! Hey Kim and Jon thank you guys both for the kind words about our backrests. We really appreciate it!!!!

jon · 01-13-2008, 07:38 PM

Thanks dakals...the chicks have to stick together...the guys seem to have a bit of ADD! Keep up the good work and thanks for a great product.

KJ

dakals · 01-13-2008, 09:40 PM

We will always stick together. Your welcome and thanks again for the kind words and the order.

blowndodge · 01-13-2008, 10:22 PM

Gee ya alls just notice that didja?????? Women vote now too!!!

dakals · 01-13-2008, 10:41 PM

No women don't vote. That's why there are idiots in office. HAHA LOL

01-13-2008, 06:26 PM	#1
jon Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lindale, TX Posts: 564	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger Hi...I am Jon's wife Kim. Thought some of the other wives might like a passenger opinion about the backrest. We took a 70 mile ride today and I loved it. First of all, Lonnie's design is so cool...it matches the bike's overall look and mimics the shape of the stock backrest. No aftermarket look here! Not only is it good to look at, but any fear that it would "cramp" my space is totally unfounded. I was worried that it might rub or hurt my legs during the ride, but the only part of the backrest that touches the passenger is padded. This design has the metal support in the middle of the backrest...which never touches the passenger. My only suggestion to Lonnie, would be to put a little more padding on the top arched edge (the part that touches the passenger) so the ride would be even more comfortable. Overall I give it a total thumbs up...it is a sleek and efficient design that makes the bike look and feel better to ride. Thanks for entertaining my Jon for hours He loves his KawaNOW buddies. Looking forward to meeting you all at a future rally. Kim Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-13-2008, 06:36 PM	#2
Todd Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 5,915	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger Thanks Kim....that is the exact concern that my wife has had about a backrest for me. We promise not to corrupt Jon too bad. __________________ Todd Frazier VBA #0003 VBA National Leader-USA Operations/Garage Moderator - RETIRED 2006 Black Nomad since she was born Greensboro, NC
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01-13-2008, 06:38 PM	#3
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger She told me the same thing. She's been rubbed raw right there! Didn't think she'd tell ya __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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01-13-2008, 06:54 PM	#4
Todd Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Greensboro, NC Posts: 5,915	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger She was just braggin' on me :) Hey wait....whadda ya mean told you!!! I gotta check the phone bill closer!!! __________________ Todd Frazier VBA #0003 VBA National Leader-USA Operations/Garage Moderator - RETIRED 2006 Black Nomad since she was born Greensboro, NC
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01-13-2008, 07:10 PM	#5
dakals Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Beloit,WI Posts: 4,256	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger Did you guys know that almost every thread on this forum changes the subject a lot!!!!! Hey Kim and Jon thank you guys both for the kind words about our backrests. We really appreciate it!!!! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-13-2008, 07:38 PM	#6
jon Advanced Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Lindale, TX Posts: 564	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger Thanks dakals...the chicks have to stick together...the guys seem to have a bit of ADD! Keep up the good work and thanks for a great product. KJ
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01-13-2008, 09:40 PM	#7
dakals Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Beloit,WI Posts: 4,256	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger We will always stick together. Your welcome and thanks again for the kind words and the order.
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01-13-2008, 10:22 PM	#8
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger Gee ya alls just notice that didja?????? Women vote now too!!! __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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01-13-2008, 10:41 PM	#9
dakals Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Beloit,WI Posts: 4,256	Grasshopper Backrest Review/ Passenger No women don't vote. That's why there are idiots in office. HAHA LOL
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