Love this new backrest from Utopia Backrests, (https://www.utpr.com/) easy installation on my Transcontinental
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Chasing_Adventure
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They don't seem to have the R18 listed on their available models. Curious on the price though.
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This product just came out after working out the kinks in the prototype. Call Utopia and speak to Andy, tell him Ron sent ya!
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Hey Armyvoyager, thanks for posting pics of the Utopia backrest.
While I like my Russell seat just fine......I could have saved a ton of money going your route.
While I like my Russell seat just fine......I could have saved a ton of money going your route.
Are there any adjustments to move backrest front and back?
Also how hard was it to install? Did anything need to be cut?
Also how hard was it to install? Did anything need to be cut?
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OscarTGrouch
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My Russell seat is nice and no regrets but now we have Utopia and Corbin in the mix and probably another manufacturer soon.
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Fully adjustable, up and down, and front to back, no cutting anything, super easy installation. Love it.
MikeB
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Just ordered small size for my bagger.
laennecr
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You have an RDL for the R18? I didn’t see that model on their website. Love those seats.
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I have a RDL on my R18TC. Bought it because I wanted a backrest. Now backrests are available from different vendors.
The RDL raises the seat about one inch. At 5’7”, I may have made a mistake
Chasing_Adventure
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I wouldn't mind an extra inch.... The seats are so expensive and you have to ship it off, etc. May go down that road after a couple of solid seasons to see how I feel about the 18B seat. $1,000 to keep heating and such is eye watering, especially when you can't really test sit beforehand. Kinda hoping the next 9-12 months brings a few more players in the game, not just on the seat front, but in general. I will say, the lack of readily available farkles makes it much easier to not spend money on things lol.
laennecr
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Had an RDL on my K1600gt and it was hands down the best seat out there. Yes they’re expensive but if you ride a lot they’re worth every penny. I’ve tried Corbin, Sargent, Mustang and local custom upholster; while all were better than OEM, the RDL was next level. Done 12 hour days ith no issues.
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I second these comments from past experience. The absolute best thing to do if you’re going to any seat builder is to make an (in person) visit so as to tweak the build…
Bkkc1234
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Beemer-Me-Up
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Could you please post a photo once installed?
You can always sell and get the one you want.
MikeB
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Small back pad same as Bkkc1234.
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TimH
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I have a Russell Day long saddle and love it on the R18TC. I did not get the backrest from Russel. Can I incorporate the Utopia Drivers backrest with my Russel Saddle?
Chasing_Adventure
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Someone may be able to confirm, but I believe the RDL seat is significantly thicker than the stock seat. Judging by the clearance with the riser for the backrest, I sincerely doubt they would work together.