Indian Motorcycle Quick Release Backrest for Chief

Enhance passenger comfort and add style that complements your Chief with the Quick Release Passenger Backrest—designed for riders who demand secure support and a factory-custom look. Heavy-duty steel construction and a precision rear-fender mount provide confidence-inspiring stability, while the premium Chrome or Black finish completes your bike’s bold aesthetic.

Pair it with a Passenger Backrest Pad (required, sold separately) for long-ride comfort. Pads are available in official Indian Motorcycle styles for a personalized fit and finish. The back rest latches securely onto mounting spools on the rear fender, and for added security, a locking bolt can be installed in the rubber-coated locking levers.

Integrated Quick Release Technology makes installation fast—add or remove the backrest in seconds without tools, so you can adapt your ride instantly. Designed for versatility, this quick release motorcycle backrest works seamlessly with Chief Bobber Saddle Bags and All-Weather Vinyl Saddle Bags (sold separately), giving you the flexibility to carry extra gear without compromising passenger comfort. 

• Confidence-Inspiring Passenger Support: Convert your Chief from solo to 2-up riding in seconds with the Quick Release Passenger Backrest. Heavy-duty steel construction and secure rear-fender mounting deliver strength and stability your passenger can depend on. 

• Premium Comfort, Custom Style: Pair with a Passenger Backrest Pad (required, sold separately) for long-ride comfort. Pads are available in official Indian Motorcycle styles to complement your Chief, while the premium Chrome or Black finish delivers a true factory-custom look. 

• Quick, Tool-Free Installation: Integrated Quick Release Technology lets you add or remove the backrest in seconds—no tools required—so you can adapt your ride instantly. For added security, a locking bolt can be installed in the rubber-coated locking levers. 

• Versatile Gear Compatibility: Works seamlessly with Chief Bobber Saddle Bags and All-Weather Vinyl Saddle Bags (sold separately), giving you the flexibility to carry extra gear without compromising passenger comfort. 

• What’s Included and Mounting Requirements: One (1) Quick Release Backrest. Passenger Backrest Pad is required (sold separately). Saddlebag Mounting Spools may be required if not standard on your motorcycle (sold separately). Not compatible with Solo Rack or Solo Rack Bag. 

• Required Sold Separately: Passenger Touring Backrest Pad (2884801-VBA), Saddle Bag Mounting Spools (2884925), Passenger Pillion, Passenger Pegs
• Does Not Work With: Solo Luggage Rack (2885133-266 or 2882516-266), Solo Rack (2884672-156), Solo Rack Bag (2884113), Water-Resistant Solo Rack Bag (2884862-VBA)
• Recommended With: Chief Bobber Saddle Bags (2889857-VBA) & All-Weather Vinyl Saddle Bags (2884924-VBA)

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Orders under $89 qualify for $4.99 standard shipping via Ground (UPS, FedEx, USPS) to the contiguous 48 US states. Shipping will be calculated for orders to Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. Territories including Puerto Rico, Guam, and U.S. Virgin Islands.

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