Testimonials

What do our customers say about Utopia Products, Inc?

These are actual email comments, just a few of the 100s we've received, over the years.  We leave off the last name to protect our customer's privacy, unless they say in comment to use their name.

Hey Bob, Received the backrest yesterday and installed it last night. Little nervous cutting into the seat but all worked out and looks great. I am sure my ride to Daytona this weekend will be more comfortable. Thanks, Dave

Just want to let you know I received the back rest yesterday and I'm amazed at the quality of workmanship!  Simply awesome.  To say I'm happy with it is an understatement.   My bike won't be available until April 5 but this will definitely be the first accessory I install.  Thanks a million!............Stan

I don't know who to address this to, but I just wanted to let you know that I received my new back rest for the GL1800 - it's not installed yet, but I just wanted to say how impressed I was with the quality of the product.  Whoever might say that American workers can't build a quality product need a guided tour of your facility! It will be installed soon and looking forward to a ride. Thanks again, Larry

Hi Bob, Just a quick note to let you know that my back rest arrived today. Thank you for your most professional and prompt service. I will have no hesitation in recommending your company to my mates. Regards, Matt Rust, Australia

Just recently I received my backrest It was easy to install and is everything you said it would be and more. It Is nice to deal with honest people. God bless you . J McCain

Bob, received the backrest today. So far so good. Just want to say thank you, and WOW! Beautiful craftsmanship! Great work! Thanks again, Seth

Thanks Bob. I have the Utopia backrest installed on my 2006 Vulcan Classic FI Anniversary Edition. I am very pleased that I sent you the silver vinyl to insert on the front side.  Silver in the backrest ties into the silver on the bike really well.  Installation was a snap, even for a lawyer! As for comfort, it is FANTASTIC.  Best money Ive spent in a long time.  I dont think the Utopia Backrest and your thoughtful service and shipping practices can be beat.  Thanks again.  Cheers Art

Well it took me a while and reading the directions three or four times, but I did it! I got the courage to take a knife to my seat. After that it was easy and Im glad I did it what a difference in the comfort of my ride. Thank you for the high quality backrest for my interstate.  John R. Jackson, Michigan

Bob, I received your package with the seat back today.  Supper fast delivery. I installed the back rest with no issues.  I am very satisfied. Thank you very much and may all you do continue to be blessed. Ron

Hi Bob just a quick note to let you know the backrest works well , I rode the bike to work on Friday , about 50 miles round trip , the rest was very comfortable to lean against , it made a real difference to my back ( about 2 years ago I herniated a disc in my lower back ) the seats on the royal star are very comfortable but with no back support you tend to hunch over a bit , your rider rest stops that and makes for a great ride , thanks BOB your a legend mate .

PS .  I had a guy on another bike ask where I got the seat from while I was stopped at a set of traffic lights , I gave him your web address .

Bob, Received by backrest yesterday, installed it today. Very please with quality and it installed much easier than I expected. Thanks for still making the hard to find quality products for the older bikes. Will send you a picture in the future. Just in time for a bike run with my wife this weekend. God Bless. Wes

Bob - I want to thank you for a wonderful product. I have been looking for a back rest of this quality, engineering, and well thought out installation process, for some time. Some of what I found were very poor products and looked like it. Others were seat combinations, way out of the price range I was willing to pay. I did not need a new seat!! I needed a quality backrest! Your backrest product, is original equipment quality and looks like it was installed as a factory item when the installation is finished according to the furnished directions. I took my time and made sure I went exactly by the enclosed directions, step by step, the whole way. Installation looks great, but it did take me a little longer since I am not particularly mechanically inclined. More like mechanically challenged, but I made it, all is well, the directions were a life saver. I was able to figure it all  out and do it, as well, and that is a little extra bonus for my ego! The bottom line here, where the rubber meets the road, is that you have a top quality product, which fits exactly as it should, easy to follow directions, ease of installation, quality components, strong and stable support, made to fit my bike and not stand out like an add on which is out of proportion with the rest of the bike. In a word, "GREAT"!!! You got it here when you said you would. You demonstrated, great communication, honesty, integrity, and everything just went as it should go. In other words, no problems and I am a happy camper! Thanks Bob!  William H

Yes!!!! My response (and you can quote me) on my new backrest is YES!!!! It's great! Everything from the workmanship to the way it looks is top notch. It feels good on my back too. Many thanks for your high standards, John

 P.S. It's always nice to meet one of the family... Lord bless.

This arrived Friday and we installed it the same day; it is perfect!!  Just what he was looking for.  He says it is super comfortable.  We couldn't believe how simple it was to install...that NEVER happens.  :o)  Thanks again for everything, you guys are the best!  Lara Mitchell

Hi. today I recieved  the back rest for my burgman 650.. I put it on in a fair amount of time.. it is designed very nicely.. after installation. I took it for a ride.. I am here to say. that is a wonderful piece of art you folks make.. it is very comfortable and I like it very much... thanks again.. Rich.. Fleetwood Pa...

Bob,I got the back rest today. Wow, what fast shipping service. You only sent it two days ago. It took me about an hour to install it, taking my time, and enjoying every minute.Every time I get a new bike, the first thing I do is order a new Utopia back rest. Once you've ridden with one of your back rests, nothing else is comfortable. When I saw how long the wait was on your web site, I decided to order one of the back rest that they are selling on eBay. For a small person, it may be OK, but it pushed me up onto the tank, and was not adjustable. (Another $100 down the drain.) The next day, I placed my order with you. I'm happy now! I can finally enjoy my new ride. As always, thanks for great service and a great product. Ben

Just wanted to let you know you do wonderful work. The instructions were easy to follow, the quality of  the backrest is amazing. This looks like it was part of the bike originally and I get lots of compliments on it. Thank you so much for taking pride in your product it really shows. Jamie , Shawnee, Ok

I just install the backrest on my Kawasaki Nomad. I had one on my Wing. Installed easy. Great product! Thanks Dave

Hi, I just got my backrest, for my Vision,  in Thursday night and installed last night (Friday) and am just writing to let you know how much I enjoy it. I was hesitant at first with the heated seat wires but jumped in anyhow. I did find that my filet knife worked much better than the serrated knife I had and after making the cut I was committed. The whole thing took about 20 minutes as I had some problem finding the holes in the mounting plate. This morning (Saturday) I was up and on the road at 4 a.m. and did about 350 miles. This completes what I already thought was a great bike. I was even able to change positions of the backrest as I rode. Thanks for a great product, and I am going to recommend it to others. Mike Tucson, Arizona   

hi..i received your back rest..for my yamaha royal star...wow..its great...thank you very much...for a great back rest....awsome... yours truly,....joe, palm coast fl...

Bob, I recieved the backrest today at my door step. It was everything I had expected. Very professional looking, welds were perfect everything went together just like in the pictures. Cant say how easy it was to put on. Looks great on the bike feels great on my back. Thanks for letting me ride in comfort once again. I will without a doubt tell my friends about your company.  Thanks again  Jim

Bob, Can not say how GOOD and how WELL the backrest fits on our VENTURE. The ease of installation matched your instructions just perfect. Took me more than 5 minuites but not much longer. Just Love it for my back. Great job and worth the it. Again Great Job.  J.

Bob, Just wanted to return a note about the backrest I ordered for my 2006 Royal Star Tour Deluxe: This backrest is awesome!  It was very easy to install and, once you figure out that you are REALLY going to have to push the rear seat up deep into the backrest bracket and it isn't going to hurt it, a very satisfying install.  This is the single best accessory I have purchased for my bike!  The confort level went way up and the price and workmanship cannot be beat!  I was looking at spending $600-700.00 on a seat/backrest combination because I thought that was the only way I could get a backrest with enough room for a 6'2" man.  Your backrest has has so much adjustability in it that I don't feel cramped up onto the tank at all.  Very Highly Recommended for Royal Star riders wanting a high quality product at an extremely reasonable price who want to be able to ride and not have to stop until the tank is empty.   Thanks for such a high quality and well thought-out product!  MICHAEL

Just a note to let you know I received my backrest in good order on 5/13/08. It looks great! I had it installed in about 1 hour,50% of that time was dismounting and mounting the seat,(30 Min's. to measure twice, cut/drill once,tighten the bolts...LOL!). Took my time as it was fun to do. Your Instructions and video made installation very easy. Took the "Wing" out for a cruise after installation and made a few adjustments for comfort along the way I'm glad I bought the "Utopia", my back loves it. Rest assured that you will get free advertising from me at all the events we go to. -Thanks again. Col JPM

Hello, I just want to take a minute of your time to let you folks know how wonderful you are to work with. I called to explain my plight about needing the backrest for my GL1800 Gold Wing and I was greeted with a very understanding and caring member of your staff. She took my order and I received it most promptly. Much sooner than I expected. I installed the backrest exactly as the instructions explained and had no issues at all. I am sure my trip to New England will be much more enjoyable now that I have the backrest installed. Thanks again for speaking English and responding to me as a customer with such pleasantness. And thanks again for providing me with a quality piece of equipment that I am sure to enjoy for many miles. Thanks,  Joe

Bob, I received the package yesterday and installed it last night.  Everything fit like a glove and the install was fast and easy.  Thanks for a great product.  It will make riding my Vulcan 900 much more fun.  Thanks again. Sam

Bob, just wanted to give you an update on the backrest.  After I received it, it took about 30 minutes to install because I wanted to make sure that I did it correctly.  It was a piece of cake. Last Wednesday, I took a trip to Dallas, TX on the Vision with an overnight stop in B'ham, AL to play golf with a friend.  The trip was much more enjoyable because of the extra back support given by the Utopia backrest.  I made a few adjustments to the position, but I think I have it where I want it now.  The adjustments also are very easy to make.Thank you for taking the time to develop the product for the Vision and thank you for a great product. Bob Cumming, GA

Bob, A follow-up to our earlier email conversation(s) about the Utopia backrest for my new Yamaha V-Star 1300T.I received the backrest late yesterday afternoon and decided to devote this morning (all day if necessary) to mount the backrest.  After coffee, I told my wife that I'd open the box and see what was going to be involved.  About an hour later, I came back into the house for more coffee.  She asked how it was going and I advised her that the backrest was installed and all went better than expected.....and it did.Your instructions on the web and the enclosed instructions were spot on.  It really did take less than an hour from start to finish.Thanks for a good product and good instructions.Another very satisfied customer----Walter Griffin

Hi Bob! Just a little word to tell you i just received mI backrest for mI flht today. Great quality and very comfortable product .Some of mI french folks're gone be  Jalous, for sure!!! They already ask me for your website and mail. Please thank all your team for me. Hope your all getting rid of your water problem in OHIO. God bless.   Bruno.

Received the backrest today, for my Royal Star Tour Delux & hubby was ecstatic!!  It was much better than we had hoped!!  We will be recommending your seats/website to everyone.  Thank you ... Karen

I recieved the seat in great condition, and installed it last night.  It took me about 45 minutes to do the work.  after a little ride, and a few adjustments, I can honestly say that I am a fool to have waited this long to buy your seatback/rest.  I love it, and I enjoyed shopping with you. Joe.

Just thought I'd let you know the backrest kit did arrive and has been installed. I had a buddy of mine help me with the installation. It took about an hour after wrestling with the seat, the foam and both brackets trying to line up the holes everything finally tightened up. Anyway it fits like a charm and I'm sure it'll make a difference. I told another friend of mine who has a Helix as well about this backrest thing and showed him a picture and who knows, you might get another order. Nice doing business with you and might be back. Thanks, Carl

I can't comment about the quality of the Utopia backrest I just put on my 98 wing. I am blown away with the factory look of this backrest.  The installation was a breeze.  Took me like 40 minutes.  Can hardly wait for the weather to turn nice enough so that I can go for a cruise with it.  Happy Easter Weekend.  Brian

Rec'd backrest yesterday(mar 6) and had it installed in 20 mins...no problems...bolt holes matched perfectly...Backrest looks great on bike and really does make ride more comfortable...Thanks again, Jim

Bob, Got my new backrest in Oct. of 2006. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I installed it immediately upon receiving it. Here in northern New York our riding season is pretty short so I do a lot of intense riding to get 10-12 thousand miles a year. fortunately I am retired (almost 70 years old). Your back rest is a God send for me as I have a real bad back problem, but can still ride, praise the Lord. The back rest was very easy to install adjust on my 2006 Yamaha Road Star, just wish I had purchased one earlier. Again thank you and bless you. Helwig, New York

Dear Folks,  Received my backrest 3/4/08 and installed it  (apprx 1 hr.) I commend you on a very professional job. Quality is  great and it works to perfection.  Thanks again for a great job   Ed

HEY I GOT THE NEW BACKREST INSTALLED IT THE NEXT DAY AND SURE DO LOVE IT. MADE A FULL DAY OF RIDING ON SATURDAY AND WAS QUITE COMFORTABLE.  HAD MANY GUUS COMMENT ON IT AND GAVE THEM ALL YOUR WEB SITE. WILL TAKE SOME PICS AND SEND THEM TO YOU. ONCE AGANIN THANKS SO MUCH. NEIL, BEAR HEAT AND AIR

 I got the back rest and  this one was even easier that the last one. No problems installing. Works great!! Thanks for being so creative and developing this product. It really makes riding more a pleasure than riding already is. Thanks again. Rick

Bob, I'd like to testify to your customers, or better yet, to your potential customers about your outstanding products.  As you are aware, this is the fourth backrest I have owned from Utopia, and it is now difficult to imagine riding a motorcycle without a Utopia backrest. My first was a Honda 750, the second a Honda VTX 1300R, then a 2001 Gold Wing.  One would think the Gold Wing would be the bike to end all bikes.  However, it was a little more bike than I needed around town, so...I purchased a 2003 Silver Wing.  Now, even though this fourth one was a little trickier to install, I confirmed several things that I learned with my first installation: Trust Utopia products to be very high in quality, trust the comfort improvement that will occur by their installation, and trust that by following the directions, you will have a professional-looking job!  I bother to write again because of the AMAZING comfort this particular backrest created on my S ilver Wing.  I directly compare the comfort level to that of the Gold Wing.  I can ride for 300+ miles in virtually the same comfort as the larger bike affords. Customer Service, personal attention and delivery were once again perfect.  I remain your loyal customer, Dr. Tom

I would like to congratulate you on a fine product and excellent service. I had the Utopia Backrest installed on my Burgman AN650 on the 30^th of November 2007 and I am already feeling the benefits, especially when taking off from a standing position where the Utopia backrest adds to the riders stability not to mention the correct back support.Thankyou and I hope your firm goes from strength to strength. Also I would like to extend to you and everyone at Utopia my warmest Christmas wishes and a Happy, prosperous New Year from my wife and I in Adelaide, South Australia

Dear Bob, today  your backrest arrived in Germany. Much earlier than we expected -  great !! Color match to an 21 year old saddle -  better than ever expected !!!! Impression of quality of materials and workmanship - OUTSTANDING !!!!!

Hello Utopia Family! I just wanted to thank you for your outstanding backrest!  I have a 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 500.  Finding accessories for my small cruiser is nearly impossible.  I have managed to find a few that make it look like a big cruiser and your backrest on my bike is like the cherry on top of an ice cream sundae.  IT LOOKS FANTASTIC!  It might be a junior size cruiser, but we ride proud among the biggest of hogs. I wish you continued success with your company! Diana 

It arrived today, took approx 15 min to put on....Looks good, recommend you get the word out to more Harley guys about your backrest.....Looks perfect and was simple to put on....Thanks Jim

Just want to say thanks for making such a great product. I received the backrest for my Yamaha RSV on time as your build and ship date indicated. It was a breeze to install and adjust. Before I would start getting a back ache after about 60 -70 mile. I recently took a 400 mile trip to the coast and felt like I could have rode the entire way with out stopping. I could easily go the 170 miles between gas stops. I was afraid I was going to have to give up riding before I bought the Utopia backrest. This was definatly one of the best purchases I have ever made. The quality and ease of installation is outstanding. Thanks again for a great product. Ricky

I received the backrest today and it took 30 minutes to install----this is a great product and thank you----I'll being showing it to a few of my friends tomorrow. Patrick

Dear Utopia, I recently purchased your backrest for my Vulcan 900 and was 150% satisfied with your product. I am 56 and have found a renewed interest touring thanks to your backrest.  I was more than pleased with the quality and detailed craftsmanship that went into producing this product. Your company is blessed to have employees that take pride in their work. Nothing pleases me more than to have a great product made in AMERICA. Thanks again and I am sure I will enjoy many years of riding  thanks to all of you.       God Bless Bill,  Pittsburgh

Hello, I just received my backrest today (I think it was delivered to another office near mine).  I just wanted to thank you for your craftsmanship, and more importantly your quiet witness for the Lord.  There are two reasons that I chose to order my backrest from you.  The first is that it looked like you did good work (and the pillow design matched mine), and also because you had the faith to quietly be a witness for the Lord on your website.  Thank-you and God Bless. Rae

Bob, just a quick note to say how much I appreciate you getting the backrest to me before the Sturgis trip. The installation went smoothly and I am really impressed with how comfortable and good looking the Utopia package looks on my bike. I rode over 1400 miles in 4 days and my back and I thank you!! Buck

It arrived Friday, Thank you very much. It fits great and better yet it feels GREAT!!!! This will make our trip to TN. so much better. Have been letting everyone know to try Utopia back rests. John

Just wanted to thank you and the staff for the excellent work you do. I am a member of the Venturers M/C and read a post about your company and the quality backrest you offered. So I ordered one for my 07 RSV. Though there was a long wait for it, I received it on the 11th of this month. Only took about 20 minutes to install. I am impressed with the looks and craftsmanship. It also is very comfortable on my back while riding, since my wife and I do long frequent rides.We want to thank you for a wonderful product. I will let others know where to get one for their machines. Keep up the good work. Sincerely: Richard

I just installed my backrest for my Kawasaki Vulcan Classic 1600 that I received this week.  All I can say is, WOW".  Your installation instructions were simple and easy to follow and I can't wait to take my new "recliner" for a ride.  Great job. Thanks, Ted

Hi Bob, I received my backrest on July 11,2007.  It was all you guys said it would be and more.  I installed it in less than half an hour thanks to your great instruction sheet.  A perfect fit for the holes in the seat support.  You guys did a great job and it fits and looks great on my machine. The main thing is that it also keeps me straight in the saddle and causes me to be less fatigued while riding long distances. Great job all around, Randy

Bob; Like you said it came in the mail on Mon.  Awsome work, matches the bike exactly.  It felt strange at first (never had a back rest before) but I got used before the end of my second ride.  I  could ride all day now, it's like I'm I riding my lazy-boy down the freeway.  Well worth the wait!  I will highly recommend your product. James

yo I just received your drivers backrest for the rocket 3 and it is great you guys make a great product well worth the money.thx because i found you guys on r3owners.com  i saved a lot of money not having to buy a new seat and backrest thx again...vinnie

I have had the backrest installed for about a month now and just wanted to let you know that it is the greatest thing since sliced bread! Sure makes crusing a lot easier on the body. Thanks for making a great product. Lumpy

 Bob, Just a brief note to say thanks for getting the backrest for my 2005 RSTD done so promptly.  I received it Wednesday and installed it that night. I rode to work the last 2 days and can definitely tell the improvement on my back with the new backrest.  Thanks again. Sincerely, Gerry

Bob, It"s been almost a year since I received my backrest for 2006 Royal Star Midnight Venture from Utopia. Sorry it has taken me so long to give you feedback. I am absolutely thrilled with the quality and beautiful workmanship of the of my backrest. The installation was very quick and easy. The benefit of not giving you instant feedback is that since installation I have accumulated 5000 miles on my scoot and can assure everyone that you produce an outstanding product. I would recommend your product to any serious long distance rider..... or anyone for that matter....look no further. Incidentally, I have been in some of the best bike shops in the country and I inevitably see Utopia special order backrests still in their package awaiting pick-up by by the lucky new owners

Thanks for the great work and your dedication to customer satisfaction. M

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 My back rest arrived Thursday and was installed the same day. It was a breeze just as advertised. I haven't gotten to take the bike for a ride yet to check it out but just from sitting on the bike with the jack under it the back rest felt great. Weather permitting I'll know tomorrow exactly how it feels after several miles with it. I'll let you know the outcome of that but I feel I know the answer already. Thanks for answering my e-mails so promptly and in being true to your word on the ship date. It's been a pleasure doing business. Best wishes

Hi Bob, Ron L. here from Buffalo NY. I just wanted you to know how pleased I am with the backrest. I truly wish I would have been a wiser man and got one about 20 years ago.The product is solid, I am not a light weight I go about 275lbs. very good quality, and the material is excellent grade stuff, easy to install (about 30 mins) and so comfortable it makes the ride even better than before. Im very happy and satisfied with it and wish to thank you for the great service; you are truly a man of your word and make one very useable product, worth every penny. VERY NICE!!!!! Thank You Again Ronald

I purchased my 1996 Honda Goldwing when it was new...and shortly afterwards bought your Utopia backrest.  Now, 11 years later both the cycle AND your backrest (in Cosmopolitan Gray) are still going strong, with over 148,000 miles on them.  (I also purchased your passenger armrests and storage pouches.)  I must say, you make great products...even in the Florida sun the upholstery material has shown very little wear or fading.  Unfotunately, the original seat hasn't fared so well and was recently replaced with another OEM Honda seat - by the way, your material color still matches almost perfectly with the new seat.  (If you didn't make such good products you probably could sell more.)I want to swap the backrest to my new seat, but somehow I've lost the original installation instructions.  If possible, can you e-mail (preferred) or send me a copy of the instructions on how to install this backrest? Waiting to hear from you. Pete

Hie Bob, I received my backrest yesterday exactly 5 days after you ship it.That seems a correct delivery time for France and packaging is excellent.No more than 15 minutes were necessary to fit and adjust it on my valkyrie.Instructions are clear and easy to follow.The product is nice and i'll recommend it to the french bikers i know. Have a good day Regards Jean

Bob, Just thought I'd let you know Thursday,I received the driver's backrest for my 06 Yamaha Royal Star Venture. After a couple hours time (I first had to eat dinner, feed and exercise the pups) it was on and looking and feeling great. Simple, complete instructions made it so easy and quick to install. Most of all, it looks great and matches the rest of the seating. Looks like quality workmanship and material. There will be no hesitation on my part to recommend Utopia to all. Thanks for a great product. Jim

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BOB, I JUST GOT THE BACKREST, WHAT A GREAT ITEM, IT LOOKS GOOD ON MY STRATOLINER AN FEEL EVEN BETTER. IT TOOK ME ABOUT ONE HOUR TO INSTALL JUST LIKE YOU SAID. WHITH MANY THANKS TO YOU FOR YOUR HELP IN SENDING ME THE BACKREST DEFORE I LEFT ON MY TRIP TO DAYTONA. YOUR NEW CUSTOMER AND PROMOTER, RODOLFO

I wanted to let you know that I ordered a backrest for my new Goldwing last summer. I did the install myself in about an hour without any problem. I would say to anyone whos thinking about a backrest, to go with the Utopia. No need to look at anything else. Its the best Ive seen for quality and comfort, and the price is reasonable for what you get. Doug

Hi Bob. I just got the backrest. Wow, it is fantastic. Thanks for matching the stitching, I was hoping you would. Taxes and duty only added up to $41, so not too bad. I will definitely recommend your backrests to anyone I can. Thanks again. Frank.

The fit and quality of the backrest and mounting bracket is excellent. The help and advice that you and your friend ( the person with the other Honda V-30 ) was excellent. Thank you to you and all the people in your company who helped build this for me This is the backrest to own. None of the others come close. I know you could have blown me off like the other companies did as this was a custom job but you did not and for that I can not thank you enough. Thank you, Jeff Gruver.

Hi Folks, Thanks a million for sending me the backrest before I left on my trip.  It installed just like you said and looks and feels great!  Thanks again.   Billy

I just wanted to say thank you for the quality workmanship of my new back rest. I took a little longer than I had hoped originally in getting the back rest, but the wait has definitely been worth it. I am very pleased with the way that it mounted up to My rsv so easily and quickly, and the adjustment is very simple and quick to make. Again thank you for your hard work in a fine product. I hope to have many thousands of trouble free miles with my bike and the back rest that will make those miles so much better.  Sincerely, Scott

I got the back rest last night and put it on this morning, it took about and hour to install and it looks great, took it out for about and hour ride, game and adjust the height, I think I will really be pleased, looking for- ward to getting my wife's Thanks Bryan

I received the backrest exactly when you predicted.  I installed it today
with no problem.  Thanks for an awesome product.

Recieved the part ordered, just a small note to say thanks, for all you and crew have done... You are highly recommended from me always... Thank you again... God Bless to all. Lyle

Received my back rest last Friday, installed it on Saturday and have been loving it every since!  You did a great job in matching the design and the ease of installation was an added bonus.  Keep up the great work and may all of God's blessings be upon you and yours.  Mark

This is a shameless plug for a company I have no connection with other than
be a customer. I posted here a while ago about buying a new seat so I could
get a backrest for this bike. I am amazed after two years Kawi still do not
have very many accessories. :( Anyway I decided to try this backrest out
first. I talked with the owner in email and was satisfied with the
responses. The backrest came last week and I thought it would take a while
to put it on the bike. Over coffee, at the dining room table, wife and I had
the seat apart, foam off and the new bar on in much less time than we
thought it would take considering I am useless as a handyman.
I had the F & S backrest on my '03 Nad but this one is much more comfortable
and a lot more economical.  When I find something I like, I like to give the company credit. BTW, the company support our troops! Well done Utopia! LD

I have recently received the driver's backrest for my Midnight Venture. I was so impressed with the level of craftsmanship, design, functionality, and overall value of the product, that I had to write this email. Thank you so much for your commitment to making good products for a good price...Jack

Received my new backrest on Friday May 26th, got all the tools your website stated was required for installation. Put it on with no trouble at all by following the well wrote out directions and it looks great. You guys did an awesome job, matches perfectly and has serious OEM quality. It has made riding allot more comfortable by far. I really didn't think that was possible. Thanx a million, worth every penny.

Bob I'd just like to thank you for the great backrest... I received it today one day after you said you would ship (course I do just live just down the road). The quality is super and the install only took minutes. I just can't wait to go to work tomorrow to try it out and I hate work! Thanks again and trust that I will give high praise about your products. Keep up the good work. Cliff

I had a Helix before the Burgman and a PO of the Helix had removed the Utopia backrest that was installed.  After riding the Burgman for the last six months with the Utopia backrest installed, Im a believer.  It makes long trips so much more comfortable and on the big Burgman, there is still plenty of room for my wife on the back seat.  I just need to get her a backrest for the GIvi E52 topcase I have on the back.  Youll be pleased to know that Utopia backrests are often recommended to newbies on the both Yahoo Helix and Burgman discussion groups that I participate in.  Ill be sure to put in a good word for your customer services based on the follow to my inquiry that you just provided. Tom.

I got it, I installed it then I took it for a test ride. I wish I got one last year, I don't know how I made it with out one. Awesome product, thanks. Jim

I just wanted to drop you a line to tell you that I received the back rest for my Honda Valkyrie. Why I did not order it 3 years ago when I got the bike I will never know! It works great! Rode the bike 250 miles yesterday and it was wonderful. The bike even seems to handle better now. I feels like I have more control over the bike. Thanks again for a great product, Gary

Bob, I received your backrest for my '04 Midnight Venture today. It took me about 30 minutes to install it, and about half of that was spent looking for my drill bits! Took it out for a short ride, did some final adjusting, and it feels GREAT. I'm looking forward to putting some miles on it now. You make a quality product, and I will recommend you to all my riding friends. Feel free to use my comments on your site. Thanks again,  Richard  

Got my back rest a couple weeks ago an installation on my Heritage Softail was a snap. Really love the comfort !! Did a 300 mile run today and man what a diffrence in the way my old back felt when I got home . Thanks for a good product . Charlie

Thank you Bob! Very compliments for your product. I'm looking forward to ride with the back rest. Flavio

I just wanted to let you know that the backrest arrived as you promised. What a great product! It is everything everyone on the forms said it was. Great quality, fits perfectly, and really helps my old back last longer on those twisty Colorado mountain rides. Thanks so much!  Tom

This is a great product and very well made. Fitted it easily and it is about the most useful accessory I've bought. Very comfortable now on a long trip and my partner doesn't have to massage my back now. Most short rides, say 4 hours, don't seem long enough now.

Just wanted to drop a note and thank you for the beautiful job you did on my backrest. It matches the seats perfectly and looks great. I can't believe I found you by dumb luck after looking for over a year. I will definitely recommend your work to everyone who asks. Thanks again,   Dave

Bob, I had one of your back rests on my 04 Road Star and it was the best option I added to the bike. It seemed to take the fatigue out of riding long distances. I am looking forward to installing this one and adding the comfort I enjoyed from my first one.

Just a quick note of thanks for a great product and great service. My backrest arrived last week and I was able to install it with no problems. I didn't think my Arrow stapler was up to the task to re-install the cover so a local upholstery shop fixed me up for $20.The backrest made my weekend trip more comfortable. I am still fine tuning the settings and figuring out how to gracefully mount and dismount. I changed my seat height during my trip; the sliding bar works great. I'm looking forward to showing off my backrest at a regional BMW "LT" rally in April.  Weyman

Bob, have received your extremely well made backrest..got it fitted in approximately 11mins (Im a bit slow) and can now finally hold on to my Rocket III ..but more importantly am extremely comfy doing it. Thanks for the express service.  Ravi

Just a short note to let you know how much I appreciate what you did for me.The passenger seat is back on the bike and the back rest is GREAT!!!!!!! and it looks good also.You have exceeded my expectations and I will tell all my biker buds about you and your company.Hopefully,you will get some orders for the backrest. God Bless you and yoursand keep the shinny side up.I am on my way to Daytona Beach for BIKE WEEK. Bill

Wow! This was the fastest delivery ever I got from USA. Has arrived on the 22nd and this evening (23rd) I installed in on my 30th anniversary Goldwing... Was a little bit tricky with cutting the foam in the sattle all that, but finally I got it fixed and it looks really awesome. Can't wait until snow and ice are melting outside to take a first ride feeling the backrest behind me...Thanks a lot again and greetings from cold Switzerland, Martin

Hi there. Just thought I would drop you a quick feedback on the Utopia backrest. It was incredibly pleasing to recieve the product on time, of such high quality and as easy to fit as promised. I have just finnished a 2500km ride around the south of Western Australia with the back rest on my Yamaha Royal Star and not once did I suffer from a sore back.  This is a vast improvement on the 2 hours that I used to last before the pain set in. To put it simply....... Bloody Brilliant. Regards, Les  (Gizmo)

I want to take a moment to thank you for such a great product.  I received my backrest yesterday and had it installed and adjusted in less than 30 minutes.  It matches the original seat on my 2006 Royal Star Midnight Venture perfectly and looks like it was made and installed in the Yamaha factory.  I look forward to putting a lot of miles on my new bike in comfort.Thanks again and God Bless, David

Greetings Brothers and Sisters, I finally gave your product a decent test......freeway miles at speed. WOW! What a huge improvement (was there a difference? yes -- but, I'm sticking with the word "improvement"). Once I got over my phobia of cutting (the foam and seat cover), the installation was quick, easy and fun. My #1 concern was the impact it would have on my wife (my wonderful passenger). Other than having something between us when she gives me a hug, it doesn't infringe on her comfort in the least. Regarding her hugs: I love um.....out of the blue, she wraps her arms around me and gives me a squeeze which says, "I love you...this is wonderful...I really enjoy being out here on this thing with you...". The pouch is a great touch (very convenient); workmanship is top notch; it fits perfectly; it performs as described and expected; I love it....what more could I expect! Thank you for a fine product and great customer service. May God continue His blessings on you, your business and your loving family. Jim

I received the backrest yesterday, installed it this morning.  Everything fit, and looked great.  I tried it out, and what a difference!  I have never had any back issues while bike riding, but I can tell that this is going to make those long rides even better. Thanks,William

I got the seat back today. It took about 30 minutes to install, and I was on  the road. The difference in comfort must be experienced to believe. My wife and I both have your seat backs on our bikes. If everything worked as well as wasp spray and Utopia seat backs, this old world would be a better place to live. Ben

Hi Bob, Just to say back rest turned up yesterday took 20 mins to fit "what a great product" Thanks Alan

Got my new back rest on my Royalstar , it is more than I expected. Very professional job, easy install, and I am having a hard time staying awake on my bike. Just like my easy chair. can't wait to take a trip. Thanks guys for a job well done and a bargain at the price.      Thanks again Bill

Just wanted to send a note to share my amazement with your company and your product ~When I saw my ship date, I thought thats when it would be shipped out from youbut it was on my porch that dayand that was the first day after a long holiday weekend! Wow! Then, I tackled installationkinda nervous about doing it myself, but it was exactly as you described. It took me about an hour or so, but that was with my golden retriever trying to help me every minute, so if I had to do it again, it would be under 30 minutes no nerves and no help! Now for the real testit took about 2 spins around the neighborhood to finish getting the adjustment just right for me. Since then, Ive put a couple hundred miles on, and I have only one thing to say about your product HOW HAVE I LIVED WITHOUT THIS????!!!!   My bike feels like a whole new riding experiencewow! Thanks so much, I will never have a bike without a Utopia backrest againI love it!            Bev

I even went as far as getting another seat off ebay just in case I did something wrong with the installation, Boy was I wrong it was so easy to put it on my Suzuki Burgman 650 only took me about 40 min. Plus the backrest is so well made and fits exactly to my seat. And the best part of all of this the backrest is so comfortable I can't believe how great it feels I can seat up straight and my back had no pain after my two hundred mile test drive. This is such a GREAT product I could not be happier. Cruising and happy, Mark.

Received my Utopia backrest last week, after minor adjustment, absolutely love it. Wish I hadn't waited so long to order. Royal Star is so comfortable, arched stitching looks perfect,just like OEM . Thanks again, Jeff

Received the backrest for my Helix Wednesday morning, looked it over and put it on in the afternoon. Instructions were prefect and very simply to follow. It looks great and makes the Helix very comfortable to ride. Thanks   ...Ralph

got my backrest installed yesterday and went out for a nice 45 minute ride. wow. you are making a great product. far superior to the other backrests I've had on the bike (Fire and Steel and Custom International). and it looks great too! thanks, Dan

I don't normally write about products that I purchase since I have plenty to do. But I wanted to let you know that the addition of a Utopia backrest, along with some driver floorboards, have so transformed my riding comfort on my Goldwing that I intend to keep it indefinitely. I had considered giving it up for a number of reasons, comfort amoung them. In fact I recently rode 900 miles in less than 24 hours and had no greater fatique that if I had ridden in my Dodge Caravan ES. I had never imagined a simple, inexpensive accessory could be so effective. Goldwing riders everywhere should consider the addition of your backrest and a good pair of floorboards. Sincerely, Larry

Bob, received our backrest today and let me say my friend, these are superb, great craftsmanship, very easy to install, I did both the Aero and VTX in about 3 1/2 hours. Checked it out on my ride to work this morning and even more impressed. I will talk Utopia up to everyone I meet. Thanks again for an outstanding and needed product. Darrell and Pam

Thanks for helping me out with the short-notice back rest for my 2000 Valkrie Tourer! This ergo improvement I made prior to the Saddlesore 1000-Alaska ride really paid off. No back pain! That was one of my main concerns, as I have been having problems in past weeks. My back did not hurt at all, the entire trip! No doubt, thanks to you. Thanks for your quick shipment to help meet my deadline. I was able to easily install it in 10-15 minutes the night prior to the ride, and it matches my seats like it is original equipment. I am very happy with it, and highly recommend it to others! Smiling every time I roll on, Mike

Hallo, Bob ! Backrest has come yesterday, is now on my Valkyrie, and it is really great !! Thank You very much !! And greetings from Germany,  Hansjoerg

I just put on my driver backrest and like many of the others it took me 1 1/2 hours to install this device. With the end result looking just like the pictures in your instructions your instructions where the best I have ever seen for any product. I look forward to geting a ride as whether does not permit. I bought back rest for my ride to Americade this year. May you continue to carry such fine products. Word of mouth is quite effective. Thanks James

Took the Magna with your backrest out of a short ride today and what a difference it makes. This is a must have for anyone that likes to kick back for a ride of any kind. Thanks for such an awesome product. I will send you some pictures for your web site in the next few weeks.

Hi fromvancouver island just installed my utopia (the one i had you ship to Phoenix a few months ago)  WOW talk about comfort.. and it looks good too!!  thank you        Denis

      I got my new Venture backrest yesterday, and to say I am pleased would be putting it mildly. When I opened it up and saw the quality and how well it matched the Venture seat, I knew I had made a good purchase. It went on well, looks good and most importantly, it feels great.  Thanks again for a very fine product. Charles

Hi Bob, I got the backrest and installed it today. It went on without any problems and I had it
finished in about 20 minutes. I want to thank you for your assistance and tell you that
I would definitely but from you and I will recommend Utopia to my friends.
Thanks again, Rob.

Do you guys ever get tired of making a great backrest? I just installed the one you sent for my 2004 Royal Star Venture. All instructions were clear and the backrest fit like it should. Great product and great workmanship. Just to let you know I just returned a Yamaha ( Corbin) deluxe tour seat for $670. It was soooo hard and sooo small compared to the original seat my wife and I both hated it. Your backrest allows us to use the original seat with original comfort. Nice going Utopia!Gary

Thanks for the fast shipping on the backrest for my 97' standard Valkyrie. I installed it in around 15minutes. The quality is nothing short of amazing. Please give the employees in the shop a pat on the back for me. In addition to quality, engineering is first class as it works as good as it looks. I shouldhave no problem riding non-stop between gas stops now. I will pass this on to my fellow riders as well. Thanks, Marc

I just installed and road-tested the seat this weekend. I just wanted to tell you how well it worked, and how pleased I am with the results. It is very well designed.I believe this has really helped turn my ST1300 into a more comfortable long-distance touring mount. My fears that my wife (my passenger) might find it to be intrusive or otherwise uncomfortable turned out to be unfounded. Not only didn't she have anything bad to say about it after a long road-test, she loves the pouch. Thanks. Steve

Took the Magna with your backrest out of a short ride today and what a difference it makes. This is a must have for anyone that likes to kick back for a ride of any kind. Thanks for such an awesome product. I will send you some pictures for your web site in the next few weeks. Gregg

Recieved my backrest today and just wanted to thank you for the quality product and quick service. Even thought it is only 38 degrees I had to try it out. After only 30 mi's I thank you, and my back thanks you. As I mentioned in our first correspondence, back in Oct. I broke my back and it's amazing how just being able to lean against your backrest takes the pressure off my spine & tailbone and lets me sit comfortably again on my bike. I appreciate you working with me and the consideration you showed . Milt

Bob- Got the backrest today. Happy with your product, looks great.  Thanks for the great service and fast shipping.  I will recommend your backrests to whoever I know that's looking for a backrest.  Thanks again-Dale

I just received your work of art and am exceptionally pleased with the product. Your web site somehow just doesn't do these justice, in person they are a thing of beauty. Now I just have to wait for the snow to go away. Oh and just for your info they charged me on Canadian funds of $208.48, so GST was 14.59 plus 8.00 handling for a total of $22.59. That's not bad, anyways for any other Canadian customers you can let them know. Many thanks, take good care.  Roy

Just thought Id email you and let you know I received the seat back for my 2000 Royal Star, that I ordered.  I can not tell you how good it looks, feels and just how easy the installation went.  It was fabulous!  Took less than hour and everything was in detail, just as you had it in the instructions.  Sure helps my back.  Thanks again. Jeff Smith

Hi Folks, Just a note to let you know that the backrest installation on my Honda GL1800 took only 40 minutes (after I removed the seat from the bike). I never hesitated to plunge the knife into the seat fabric because the instructions were very detailed and easy to follow. The quality of the workmanship was superb. The following day I had an opportunity to ride down to Miami (about 3 hours one way) and could not believe the comfort attained during the ride. I won't own another bike without a Utopia backrest installed. Regards, Jim, from Florida

Just bought a Valkyrie Interstate in September, didn't come with driver's backrest. Shopped several other brands, most were way too pricey! Bought your product based mostly on user's comments and better price. Installation not as easy as some said, but not too hard once I got past the fear of cutting a hole in that nice seat material! Price was right, and the color/texture is a perfect match for my stock seat. Fit is great after a little adjustment, really a back saver. Thanks! Terry