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 Need the under-seat bracket for 2016 RT back rest - anyone? Or a source?
I have a new to me 2016 RT-L with the stock seat. I would like to add the drivers backrest. A friend of mine has the backrest that I can get very reasonably but does not have the bracket that goes under the seat that the back rest seats in. When he traded his '15, he kept the backrest but didn't take the bracket off the seat.
Does anyone here have one or a source that I could get one without breaking the bank?
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 12-17-2022 at 07:19 PM.
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OUCH. Not what I wanted to hear but I'm not surprised. At this point I think I will let it rest. I do have one link possible with a fellow at 2 Guys Garage (Phoenix area) who wants to see if he can make one at a sensible price. 'll let the group know if that bears any fruit. Thanks for the info.
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What brand backrest? BRP utopia or ?
2005 Roadtrek Chevy 210P
2020 RT Limited-Chalk White SE6
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 Originally Posted by Bangorbob
What brand backrest? BRP utopia or ?
I'm not fussy. Per my earlier post, I was looking for the bottom bracket for an OEM backrest. But since then I am discovering that the aftermarket is full of full backrest kits for anywhere from $125 to $250 complete. Perhaps I'm asking he wrong question.
Maybe I should be asking if any of you have any experience with the aftermarket backrest kits and/or recommendations toward a preferred one.
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I recommend the Utopia backrest for your RT. I have one and I love it . It has plenty of adjustment to fit most ryders. It is easy to install and looks good on the Spyder .
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Originally Posted by fulltimer
I'm not fussy. Per my earlier post, I was looking for the bottom bracket for an OEM backrest. But since then I am discovering that the aftermarket is full of full backrest kits for anywhere from $125 to $250 complete. Perhaps I'm asking he wrong question.
Maybe I should be asking if any of you have any experience with the aftermarket backrest kits and/or recommendations toward a preferred one.
I assume OEM means a BRP backrest. I have a Utopia under the seat bracket, but no backrest. Not sure this helps.
2005 Roadtrek Chevy 210P
2020 RT Limited-Chalk White SE6
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Originally Posted by Bangorbob
I assume OEM means a BRP backrest. I have a Utopia under the seat bracket, but no backrest. Not sure this helps.
OEM = Original Equipment Manufacturer, so yeah, OEM with regard to a Spyder, Ryker, or anything Can Am = BRP 
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Originally Posted by fulltimer
I'm not fussy. Per my earlier post, I was looking for the bottom bracket for an OEM backrest. But since then I am discovering that the aftermarket is full of full backrest kits for anywhere from $125 to $250 complete. Perhaps I'm asking he wrong question.
Maybe I should be asking if any of you have any experience with the aftermarket backrest kits and/or recommendations toward a preferred one.
I love my Utopia ..... There are others, but there have been folks who bought them ( because they were cheaper ), and discovered they weren't as comfortable and didn't provide LUMBAR support..... good luck .... Mike ....PS if you have a BRP backrest you Need the BRP under-seat Bracket. .... Mike
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If you are willing to wait until tomorrow, I will be happy to look on the oem seat I have in a box in my now frozen garage. I swapped the oem seat and backrest for a different seat. I'm happy with the new seat, and will not need the bracket for it. I'll be back in the morning, and will let you know, if you are still interested!
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Sorry, too much family get togethering yesterday!
Yes, I do have one if you still need it. Just let me know!!
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I ask because I am pretty sure the bracket under the seat for a BRP backrest is different the a Utopia.
2005 Roadtrek Chevy 210P
2020 RT Limited-Chalk White SE6
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At least it's not really all that complex a piece of kit, just needs a few fairly accurate measurements & some holes in the right places! 
Apart from the bracket itself, which needs a bit of reasonably substantial flat steel that you can bend into shape; all the bolts & fittings etc can be found at your local Nut & Bolt Supplier or maybe your local Hardware store?!? 
