Passenger back rest for 990

Discussion in 'Dakar champion (950/990)' started by bajarider1, Jun 7, 2014.

  1. bajarider1

    bajarider1 Adventurer

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    Has anyone ever tried to make or install a back rest for the passenger? My GF gets tired of holding on and it would be nice for something to help her stay on. I know I can get a rear case and some have some pads for the passenger but I am interested to see if someone has tried anything else.
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  2. JoeMongo

    JoeMongo ¿Por dónde? Supporter

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    Pelican box, no pad.
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  3. bajarider1

    bajarider1 Adventurer

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    Has anyone done anything without a rear case?
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  4. armourbl

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  5. Harold Waikiki

    Harold Waikiki oldfatdumbbrokeoutofshape

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    Here is my homemade version. 1190 though.
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  6. bajarider1

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    What back rest pad did you use?
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  7. Harold Waikiki

    Harold Waikiki oldfatdumbbrokeoutofshape

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    I was a cheapo from flea bay.
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  8. bajarider1

    bajarider1 Adventurer

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    Thanks for the great ideas!
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  9. Harold Waikiki

    Harold Waikiki oldfatdumbbrokeoutofshape

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    You betcha. Good luck. Mine comes off/on in a couple minutes. Easy.
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