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    Default Any A/mkt backrests that are secured under the seat like the OEM?

    My 2022 RTL is in but missing the usual components. The secure OEM backrest I ordered is back ordered and there is no estimate of when it will be available. Does anyone know of an aftermarket backrest that is secured under the seat like the OEM? I don't want one that can simply be pulled out without a fight. Thanks for your help.
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    Utopia backrest. I have had three of them on 3 different bikes. Http://www.utpr.com

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    Quote Originally Posted by pegasus1300 View Post
    Utopia backrest. I have had three of them on 3 different bikes. Http://www.utpr.com
    I have the Utopia also but there's no way to lock it in that I know of. I wish there were.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Seagull View Post
    My 2022 RTL is in but missing the usual components. The secure OEM backrest I ordered is back ordered and there is no estimate of when it will be available. Does anyone know of an aftermarket backrest that is secured under the seat like the OEM? I don't want one that can simply be pulled out without a fight. Thanks for your help.
    It doesn't look like either the Utopia or the ShowChrome backrest gives you the security you're looking for.
    One benefit to both aftermarket units, they come with a storage pouch for the passenger to use. The storage pouch for the Utopia is removable and converts to a purse. I like that a lot. The OEM one has no such ability.
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    All my utopia`s bolted to the bottom of the seat.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Seagull View Post
    My 2022 RTL is in but missing the usual components. The secure OEM backrest I ordered is back ordered and there is no estimate of when it will be available. Does anyone know of an aftermarket backrest that is secured under the seat like the OEM? I don't want one that can simply be pulled out without a fight. Thanks for your help.
    Good luck with getting your 2022 backrest. I ordered my 2021 backrest in February 2021 when I bought the bike. Delay. Delay. My back was killing me so cancelled the order and dealer wrote me a check as it had been part of the purchase of the bike.
    Got desperate and ordered the ShowChrome as Utopia was backordered... did not care for the ShowChrome.
    Ordered the Utopia.. ahhh…. just like the Utopias on my other bikes…. felt like home.
    As for pulling it out.. I have to wiggle it a bit but it does finally come out…. Its not just a slick, quick jerk and its out… on mine anyway.
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    Quote Originally Posted by pegasus1300 View Post
    All my utopia`s bolted to the bottom of the seat.
    Very true. However, for the 2020+, the mount is redesigned for easy removal with no means of locking it in place.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Quickdraw View Post
    I have the Utopia also but there's no way to lock it in that I know of. I wish there were.
    I have a Utopia that is removable ..... If I tighten the SET screw, it can't be pulled off without loosening or removing that SET screw ..... Mike ....PS and to the OP ... go to Utopia's website and see what they currently have for your Spyder , I have had Six onBikes and think they are the best made ..... good luck .... Mike
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    Thanks all for your suggestions!!
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