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  1. 02-19-2012, 12:17 AM #1
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    Default NEW UTOPHIA BACKREST INSTALLED

    I talked my selling dealer into an Utophia Backrest and installation. I am amazed how it looks like it came from the factory, even the stitching matches.
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  2. 02-19-2012, 12:34 AM #2
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    It's the best mod on my Spyder!
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    I love my Utopia!
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  4. 02-19-2012, 06:41 AM #4
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    The Utopia Backrest was THE best thing I have put on my Spyder up to this point. I suspect some NBVs will be a close second. Oh, and don't for get an HMT Tail/Brake light.
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  5. 02-19-2012, 07:05 AM #5
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    Default UTOPIA

    I HAVE MINE BUT NOT INSTALLED YET.....BUT SOON....
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  6. 02-19-2012, 07:11 AM #6
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    Quote Originally Posted by bitsy224m View Post
    I HAVE MINE BUT NOT INSTALLED YET.....BUT SOON....
    What are ya waiting for. 'Fraid to punch the knife through the seat? It only hurts for a moment (if you follow the directions and MEASURE!). Go for it!
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  7. 02-19-2012, 07:13 AM #7
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    YOU GOT IT.......
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    Cant wait to get mine, should be shipped on the 24th of Feb.
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  9. 02-19-2012, 07:26 AM #9
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    I have installed two on my Goldwings and you always seem to get that feeling. Oh no here goes, I hope I am doing this right. I have not put one on my spyder yet. I am thinking about replacing the seat. Not sure yet.
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  10. 02-19-2012, 07:37 AM #10
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    I just did the same along with Air Wings
    they both make a big difference
    you really wonder if you marked it right when you are ready to cut through the seat...
    very easy install
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  11. 02-19-2012, 09:17 AM #11
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    Default Utopia Seat

    I would be worried that rain water would go through the hole that has to be cut to install the backrest.
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  12. 02-19-2012, 10:06 AM #12
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    Mine will be shipped on March 5th, and I will have it installed the afternoon it arrives.
    I have had them on two previous bikes from Utopia and they are one of the top mods in my book!
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  13. 02-19-2012, 10:35 AM #13
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    Quote Originally Posted by currin20fan View Post
    I would be worried that rain water would go through the hole that has to be cut to install the backrest.
    It has a small patch that covers the hole really well, I also had one on my GL1800 and they are excellent. The Roadster seat is best stock seat that I have had on any bike including the GL1800.

    Mark at Diamond seats in Florida has built a couple of seats from my pan and they were very good. My GL seat was built new, with a steal pan, a steal pan is the best you can build from. Time will tell if I redo or replace my seat but for now the stock seat is working well.
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  14. 02-19-2012, 11:55 AM #14
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    I wonder why Utopia dosen't have an ad on the web site. You would think they would have a lot more costumers by doing so. They have such a great product..
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  15. 02-19-2012, 02:37 PM #15
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    Looks GREAT! I looked at the Utopia back rest, but I could not ride on the stock seat over 80 miles without my tailbone killing me. I ended up getting the Corbin seat with back rest which is working out well for me. If I could have handled the stock seat then I would have gotten the Utopia backrest myself. I really like the way it looks!
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    Default INSTALLED

    IMG_9237.jpgIMG_9238.jpgIMG_9239.jpgMY SON INSTALLED MY UTOPIA BACK REST THIS MORNING......SUCH A GOOD SON I HAVE....NOW HE DOES NOT KNOW WHAT OTHER MODS I HAVE FOR HIM TO DO....LOL...SHHHH.......ALSO PICTURE OF MY FUEL DOOR I HAD DONE......AND I PICKED UP MY NEW TRAILER FRIDAY......CUBA HERE I COME......
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  17. 02-19-2012, 04:47 PM #17
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    This is one of my best mods on my RSS along with my Kontour seat. It is more comfortable than my Corbin seat/backrest.
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  18. 02-19-2012, 05:05 PM #18
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    Quote Originally Posted by bitsy224m View Post
    IMG_9237.jpgIMG_9238.jpgIMG_9239.jpgMY SON INSTALLED MY UTOPIA BACK REST THIS MORNING......SUCH A GOOD SON I HAVE....NOW HE DOES NOT KNOW WHAT OTHER MODS I HAVE FOR HIM TO DO....LOL...SHHHH.......ALSO PICTURE OF MY FUEL DOOR I HAD DONE......AND I PICKED UP MY NEW TRAILER FRIDAY......CUBA HERE I COME......
    So tell us about the fuel door.
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  19. 02-19-2012, 05:12 PM #19
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    Default Fuel door

    Yes, yes.......the fuel door! Do tell!!!
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    Default Installed seat back today

    I installed my Utpoia seat back today. The hardest part was lining up the bolts. Took me almost an hour. Removing and installing the seat was quick and not too hard. Next is the side heat blocker panel. Need to go the Harbor Freight tomorrow for a jack. I can't wait to start riding again!!
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    That looks very good. Does the backrest take away much room from the passenger? I have been thinking about adding one to my
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  22. 02-19-2012, 08:57 PM #22
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    Waiting on taxes and hope to buy the new tan seat and tan Utophia backrest to put on my blue 2011 RT. My wife looked at me funny but I think the combo will look great.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tru-Blue View Post
    That looks very good. Does the backrest take away much room from the passenger? I have been thinking about adding one to my
    I need to know about the passenger space too.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tru-Blue View Post
    That looks very good. Does the backrest take away much room from the passenger? I have been thinking about adding one to my
    In my opinion it takes nothing away from the passenger, it does give a nice zippered pocket for storage for the passenger though...
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  25. 02-19-2012, 09:08 PM #25
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    Quote Originally Posted by CMA Cowboy View Post
    Waiting on taxes and hope to buy the new tan seat and tan Utophia backrest to put on my blue 2011 RT. My wife looked at me funny but I think the combo will look great.
    In the process of joining CMA, I'm excited and so is my wife
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