Backrest

[pitrat101]

http://pirateslair.net/R1200GS.htm

Anyone got one theses or know of anything a bit more local, just thinking the backrest on the various box would not be as comfortable.

 

[comberjohn]

The backrest on the Vario top box is not that comfortable. I have the top box where the rear seat was and its ok, just.
But over 400 dollars plus VAT and import duty? Not sure I'm that uncomfortable.

 

[Bendy toy]

You could fit a Givi case with integral back rest fro less than thatAmerican made job. The Givi plate can be set to put the back rest in a comfortable position.

The GSA top case is fine for comfort. Maybe you can go that way with used parts.

Also consider that the rest needs to be set back a bit of the pillion uses a back protector. TBH my solution would be to minimise costs on the back rest and spend the remaining cash on a HitAir airbag vest that wont take space when not needed.

Andy at extreme stainless would almost certainly be able to make a rack and back rest to suit the bike.
http://xtremestainless.co.uk
He makes exhaust system but has all sorts of pipe bending and welding equipment. He made silencer link pipes for my last bike

 

[Bendy toy]

Ive just had a quick look on the Givi website. They make back rests for some bikes and might have one for the GS or one that could be adapted to suit the GS.

 

[Frequentflyer]

Hi Pitrat what year GS do you want the backrest for?

 

[pitrat101]

2012.

 

[AberdeenAngus]

Just get the BMW soft bag to go in place of the topbox. Very comfy according to Claire.