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Driver backrest ... old XJ650J

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by G-Man, Sep 12, 2008.

  1. G-Man

    G-Man New Member

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    In all your days ... have you ever seen a driver backrest setup that works on the seat of these old XJ's?

    82 XJ650J maxim
     
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    bill Active Member

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    Only kind I have ever seen is a Luggage rack/sissy bar that can slide forward. Kind of hard to find them now and when you do they are pricey.

    I saw a bag with a PVC liner that straps to the seat and acts as a backrest also. I don't recall the brand.
     
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    bill Active Member

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    That's the bag I was referring to - thanks
     
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    I've got one on mine. It was made by a company called KG and had a luggage rack with a sissy bar that slide forward or back with tubing. It's not a direct fit, but easily works using spacers. Unfortunately they're no longer in business.

    I found a few through google shopping though. Several claim universal mounting.

    http://www.google.com/products?q=motorc ... rest&hl=en
     
    coachholland, Sep 13, 2008
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    I've got a factory unit on my bike. Nice to have but, as mentioned, they are hard to find and cost a small pile of gold. I can furnish photos and measurements if you would like to replicate.
     
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    Robert, I'm interested in those pics and measurements.
     
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    bill Active Member

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    I'd like to see them too. I have a buddy that can help me fab it. I'll bet there is enough general interest for you to post it.
     
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    I'll get started. This might take a while, I still have homework to do right now...
     
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    Count me in.
     
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    I was just thinking of starting a new thread on this very subject. Robert I also am very interested in pictures and measurements!

    Thanks

    PM sent to Robert
     
    eric.jones, Oct 21, 2008
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    Greetings Guys.

    Count me in on the driver backrest... going to invest in the fwd control kit & a shield...

    Looking to make a run around the outside edge of MI lower peninsula...live here nut haven't seen all of it ...need to be comfy on bike.

    I'm guessing a modified padded luggage rack attached to the rear shock mount that flips up & down???

    Thanx in advance,

    PY

    82 XJ750 semi custom
     
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