ALfromN.H. FSO wrote on 08/27/08 at 17:25:49:sockmonkeygirl: Do you find that the new backrest is positioned far enough back? I've seen pics of them mounted with a one piece seat and it looks like it would have me sitting too close to the tank. What do you think?
AL
My husband and I both think it is very comfortable. I've seen your pic, and you probably would do well with it. A quite large person may not fit so well.
When I looked at it, it did appear to be pretty uptight and rigid, but I want the backrest there all the time, for support and security as well as comfort. So for me, it works out well. It IS there all the time, right on your (my) back, but imo, very comfortable! If you like to slouch or move around excessively, not for you.
For $100 buy it now (incl. shipping) I'd grab it, and resell if you don't like it. Also, you are close enough so you could come down and try mine if you'd like.