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VIDEO Demonstration of the Utopia Adjustable Backrest
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Oct 07 2008, 3:26 pm - By Andy


Here's a video demonstration of the Utopia Adjustable Backrest
I'm currently Bike-Less, but that will surely change shortly. I have owned a Victory Vision Tour Premium with S1 L1s and a bunch of extras, Harley Road King, Yamaha Silverado, Harley Softtail Special, Honda Goldwing, Yamaha Royal Star, Yamaha YZF 600, Honda Shadow, Honda Helix, Yamaha Elite Scooter, Honda CX-500, Honda 50 and a Moped!
Oct 07 2008, 7:59 pm - Replied by: flint350


I had one of these installed on my Vision about 3 weeks ago and have loved it.  Great quality and easy install.  The Utopia is made to look as near to factory as possible.  Anyone looking at it will never suspect it is an aftermarket option.  I'm about to embark on a 1000 mile trip from Baltimore down to see friends in Pensacola.  The backrest will surely come in handy on that ride.  Now, I just need to decide if I want to get a Tourmaster Synergy heated vest for the return trip!
YOU CANNOT REASON A MAN OUT OF A POSITION THAT HE DID NOT REASON HIMSELF INTO IN THE FIRST PLACE
Jan 06 2009, 8:32 am - Replied by: Andy


As a follow-up, after riding with the Utopia Backrest on the Vision for a few weeks, I have to give it high marks. Not only is it comfortable, as a "vertically challenged" rider, I have found that with a simple adjustment, it can move me forward in the seat and allow for a more comfortable, upright riding position. It's sturdy and allows the rider to stretch out when needed to avoid fatigue and it virtually eliminates the lower back pain I would feel on longer rides. 

The only negative I've found is that it takes away a few inches of passenger room, but not enough to where I would call it a red flag issue. Also, it would be nice if it was easily removed when not in use without having to remove the seat. But that's a double edge sword as the mounting bracket is very sturdy and the "insertable" backrests I've seen in the past don't appear to be as sturdy as the Utopia model. 

Simply stated, it makes an already comfortable seat even more comfortable. 
I'm currently Bike-Less, but that will surely change shortly. I have owned a Victory Vision Tour Premium with S1 L1s and a bunch of extras, Harley Road King, Yamaha Silverado, Harley Softtail Special, Honda Goldwing, Yamaha Royal Star, Yamaha YZF 600, Honda Shadow, Honda Helix, Yamaha Elite Scooter, Honda CX-500, Honda 50 and a Moped!
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