Removing backrest

[Kris]

Hi folks, I've been lurking around here trying to get a feel for the F6B as I'm considering buying one after selling my 2008 Goldwing. I like the options offered on the deluxe model but don't really have a need for the backrest, nor do I really care for the looks of it or the antenna. I know the antenna can't be removed without leaving a hole in the plastic but was wondering if the backrest can be taken off and on so that it can be used on the rare occasion that the girlfriend hops on the back. I know it can be removed, but what will be needed to make it look "finished" on those days when I won't be using it. It looks like it's just four screws, but what's underneath when you remove it? Are there plastic inserts?
I really enjoy reading this forum, lots of useful information and friendly people on board. Too bad most of it has gone missing.

Thanks in advance for any info.

Kris

[Wild Bill]

Mine was a standard and I add back rest. Yes the four scews will take it off. But the plastic plates our replaced with metal once a backrest is instald. To me it would be a big deal to change the plates out being you would have to remove seat. Personaly I would just run the screws back in to cover bolt holes and ride.

[Kris]

Thanks Bill, that's the info I was looking for.

[smokinjoe187]

i yanked mine off and sold it to some one who needed on and got a rack for the hole!!
fyi
Joe

[Spirit Rider]

Did anyone else removed or replaced his backrest and wishes to sell the original one? please pm me, thanks

i yanked mine off and sold it to some one who needed on and got a rack for the hole!!
fyi
Joe

[Kurare79]

Does anyone of you have a backrest how it does look like when you remove the backrest? I am wondering about the attachment for the backrest and it's bolts. TIA!

[Limoles]

Did anyone else removed or replaced his backrest and wishes to sell the original one? please pm me, thanks

I have a Standard B and decided to upgrade with separately purchased OEM backrest . Also I've changed the seat , buying Mustang . It doesn't work for me , so I'll go for Ultimate . Selling both : Mustang Tripper Fastback seat and complete OEM backrest with main bracket ( without plates ). If interested , please contact limoles@comcast.net

[Mike]

I don't know what is right under the screws. ie tire or what. But when the bracket is removed. Will the screws be to long? Could they hit something. Maybe a little shorter screw instead. I have not looked, but it was just a passing thought. Something to look at when removing the backrest.

[Wild Bill]

I don't know what is right under the screws. ie tire or what. But when the bracket is removed. Will the screws be to long? Could they hit something. Maybe a little shorter screw instead. I have not looked, but it was just a passing thought. Something to look at when removing the backrest.

No problem.The screws are only about an inch long.

[MercuryF1]

Mine was a standard and I add back rest. Yes the four scews will take it off. But the plastic plates our replaced with metal once a backrest is instald. To me it would be a big deal to change the plates out being you would have to remove seat. Personaly I would just run the screws back in to cover bolt holes and ride.

I am getting a standard and would like to add a backrest. Do I need to buy any hardware or would all the hardware come complete with the Honda backrest?