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Does anybody have one of these http://www.utpr.com/I'm thinking of ordering one,but would like to see photos of them fitted to our bikes. Thanks Paul
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So it is a new passenger pylon that has a rider backrest built in?
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Read the instructions page. You attach the backrest to your stock "pylon" seat.
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Is that thing "HUGE" or is it just me? 
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I like the look of that myself. Let me know how you go if you get one. Sure would like to see photos of one fitted to a triumph america. Is there still room for passanger 
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I had one for 12000 miles. Worth every penny. Liked it so much I put one on my Rocket when I sold the America.
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i've ordered one,will post pics when installed
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It's very easy to adjust. Make sure you take a wrench with you for the first day or so-when you hit the sweet spot you'll know.
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Looks nice and comfy there John! Just the way is should be.
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Thanks for the photos John,
Utopia are sending mine tomorrow....Any installation tips?
Paul
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That looks great. Thanks John for photos. Paul what sort of price and where did you order it from. Is there any where closer to Australia that supply them. Lets us know what you think and photos on your bike. 
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price was £165 ish including postage,Only available from http://www.utpr.com/ as they are made to order Paul.
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Thanks for the photos John,
Utopia are sending mine tomorrow....Any installation tips?
Paul
It's a doddle to fit Paul. The instructions on the site and those that come with the kit pretty much cover it. Just make sure you've got a decent staple gun. 
John
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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Oh, now you're just showing off... 
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Looking good Paul Have you had a chance to road test it? Be careful you don't fall asleep whilst riding, they're that comfy.  John
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Looking good Paul
Have you had a chance to road test it? Be careful you don't fall asleep whilst riding, they're that comfy.
John
Your right about the comfort,Takes all of the weight off my arms and shoulders,I wouldn't want to ride without it now.
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Many people asked about my backrest at "Dent" so I'm bumping this post for them!
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I have a protach I think it is from the states. You supply rider height-bolts directly to fender rear fender struts. Would not be without it and my pillion has plenty of room as well. Got it from custom cruisers if I remember right as manufacturer does not ship overseas.Probably a bit cheaper than the flop over jobs as well!
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I know you've been telling me that one of these would be good for my back, but I think I'd end up buggering my back up more getting on and off the bike every day! If I carry anything on the back of the bike, I have to grab my jeans to pull my leg up to get it over.... to do that every day.... Hmmmmm.... I'll think about it, but I suspect I'll keep adding little bits here and there to make life easier!
Gina
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06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel... 
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