BackRest EZRest Operating instructions

Brand: BackRest

Model: EZRest

Category: Cars

Type: Operating instructions

BestRest Products, LLC

http://www.bestrestproducts.com 6908 - 220th St. SW (425) 673-1023

e-mail: [email protected] Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 fax(425) 673-0502

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EZRest BackRest

The EZRest is a trimmed-down version of our

famous Classic and Sprint BackRests. The

EZRest offers many of the same feature, but

at a much lower cost. The EZRest has a

black powder coated finish, a fixed frame,

and a wide range of back pad adjustments.

EZRest is designed for use by the Passenger

on any motorcycle that has a BestRest

CargoRest. (R1150R Roadster shown)

EZRest is also designed for use on the

R11xxGS with the stock passenger grab rail.

A CargoRest is NOT required for this

application, but may still be used if desired.

Thank you for purchasing a BestRest

BackRest! We’re confident it’ll improve your

riding comfort and expand your riding

adventures. If you have problems with

installation or operation of the EZRest please

call us at the number on the letterhead.

Ride safe and God Bless!

David & Judy Petersen

FOR PROPER INSTALLATION & SAFE

OPERATION, PLEASE READ ALL OF

THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the EZRest BackRest Assembly and

parts package. You’ll find the following parts:

Qty Description Fits model

4 M5x20 button head screws All

8 #10 flat washers All

4 M5 nylon locknuts All

1 3mm hex “allen” wrench All

1 5mm hex “allen” wrench All

2 M5x35 button head screws R11xxGS

4 #10 flat washers R11xxGS

2 M5 nylon locknuts R11xxGS

Additional tools needed for installation:

1 – 8mm open end wrench (in your toolkit)

1 – 10mm open end wrench (in your toolkit)

After installation is complete, you’ll want to

keep the 10mm box wrench and 5mm allen

wrench handy for BackRest adjustments

when you’re on the road. You may wish to

purchase BestRest’s 5mm HexKeyRing, it’s

only ¾” long and fits on your motorcycle key

ring. Cost is $10.

Note: We recommend use of a semi-

permanent thread-locking compound on all

screws and nuts. “Blue Thread Lock” or a

similar product will prevent screws from

loosening due to vibration. Do NOT use

permanent (red) compounds.

Installing the EZRest - on a CargoRest

To install the EZRest for passenger use, you

must have previously installed a BestRest

CargoRest. Refer to your CargoRest FitKit

for instructions on how to properly mount the

CargoRest. All 3 models of CargoRest (C, J,

and T) will work with the EZ Rest. Installation

procedures are the same for all models.

Place the EZRest on the CargoRest. The

cutout will fit over the BestRest logo, and the

4 holes on the bottom will line up with the

holes in the CargoRest.

Insert a 5mm screw (with washer) into each

of these four holes. The screws will pass thru

the CargoRest and FitKit mounting plate.

Attach a flat washer and a 5mm nylon locknut

to the ends of these screws, from the

underside. Tighten securely. Complete the

final tightening process by turning the nut

from the underside - if you turn the hex head

you’ll strip the socket. Use common sense

and do not over-tighten.

Installation is complete!

Installing the EZRest – on the R11xxGS

The EZRest will fit on the R11xxGS, with the

stock luggage rack or with a CargoRest.

If mounting the EZRest onto a CargoRest,

follow the instructions above. Then screw the

EZRest to the grab rail, following the

instructions in the following paragraphs.

If you don’t have a CargoRest on your GS,

the stock passenger grab rail must be in

place. Check that the 6mm screws holding

the grab rail are tight. The grab rail must not

wiggle or otherwise be loose.

Above photo shows the stock luggage rack

and passenger grab rail. Make sure these

two screws are tight. They hold the rail in

place and also hold up the taillight assembly.

Hint: To protect the finish on your stock

luggage rack and grab rail, we suggest

Check

screws and

nuts daily

Without Car

oRest

With Car

oRest

Note: On some early production CargoRests, it

may be necessary to drill two additional ¼”

holes in the CargoRest. A drilling template has

been provided so hole placement is made easy.

Warning: The M5 screws and nuts should

be checked on a frequent (daily) basis to

confirm they’re secure, since they hold

the BackRest in place on the motorcycle.

Loose screws could result in vehicle

damage or Rider/Passenger injury.

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placing some black electrician’s tape on the

silver rack and rail BEFORE you screw down

the EZRest. The tape acts as a cushion and

can easily be removed when the EZRest is

removed.

Place the EZRest on the stock rack so it’s in

contact with the grab rail. The holes on the

rear of the EZRest will line up with the

rectangular slots on the rear of the luggage

rack. The holes on the vertical frame of the

EZRest will line up with the rectangular slots

in the grab rail.

Place 5x30 mm screws (with washers) thru

the two holes in the grab rail.

Place 5x20 mm screws (with washers) thru

the two holes at the rear. Place washers and

nuts on the ends of all 4 screws and tighten

securely. Complete the final tightening

process by turning the nuts from the

underside - if you only turn the hex head

you’ll strip the socket.

Hole Drilling Template

Some early production models of CargoRests

do not have all 4 holes necessary for

mounting an EZRest. If your CargoRest

needs additional holes, use the enclosed

template.

Cut out the template and tape it in place it on

the CargoRest. Carefully mark the location of

the holes using a punch or nail. Carefully drill

through the CargoRest using a 1/8” drill bit.

Then enlarge the holes, using a ¼” drill bit.

If the CargoRest is already mounted on the

motorcycle, make sure you don’t drill too far

or you’ll damage your taillight. Clean up the

holes then place the EZRest over the

CargoRest, and refer to the above

paragraphs for installation.

Adjusting the EZRest BackRest

Here’s a series of photos showing the range

of motion of the EZRest:

Low

Medium

High

The patented EZRest is adjustable. As you

examine the various assemblies, you’ll see

how easy it is to adjust the height, angle and

pitch for your comfort and riding style. While

the EZRest lacks some of the more

sophisticated features of the Classic and

Sprint versions of the BackRest, it still retains

the ability to adjust to nearly every condition.

Adjustments to the BackRest should never be

attempted when operating the motorcycle. If

adjustments are needed, come to a complete

stop, turn off the ignition and secure the

motorcycle against tipping or falling. Make

any required adjustments, then tighten all

screws, fittings and fasteners. Before

resuming travel, inspect carefully to ensure

all parts are in place and properly secured.

To change the angle or height of the

BackPad:

1. Using the hex wrench and a 10mm

spanner, loosen the eight M6

screws holding the four SwingArms,

adjust the angle as needed, and

tighten.

2. Note that as the BackPad is moved

thru its arc of rotation the pad moves

up/down as well as forward/back,

always staying parallel to the

BackPlate.

To change the elevation of the BackPad:

1. Remove the eight M6 nuts and

screws.

2. A nylon washer is located between

the swing arms and the frame to

prevent damage to the powder

coated finish – don’t lose them!

3. Move the BackPad up/down along

the BackPlate to the required height.

Replace the washers, M6 screws

and locknuts and tighten securely.

To change the “forward reach” of the

BackPad:

1. The swing arms have three holes,

you can use any two holes per bar

2. Remove the screws and replace

them in another set of holes

3. Changing screw holes will affect the

forward and rearward range of the

BackPad

4. You can combine a different set of

holes for the upper and lower bars

to achieve changes in the pitch of

the BackPad

Remember to tighten all nuts and screws every

time you make an adjustment! Failure to

tighten may result in unexpected movement!

Check all screws daily to make sure they’re tight!

The screws and nuts should be checked on a

frequent (daily) basis to confirm they’re secure,

since they hold the BackRest in place on the

motorcycle. Loose screws could result in the

EZRest coming loose, causing vehicle damage

or Rider/Passen

er in

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Changing the four SwingArms from their

factory setting (parallelogram) to a trapezoid

allows the BackPad to change pitch as it

moves up or down in its arc of motion. You

can experiment with these settings to get

exactly the configuration you require.

To change the FRONT pivot points:

1. Remove the screws, nuts and

washers

2. There’s a washer between the

BackPad frame and the main

BackRest frame - it protects the

finish - don’t lose it !

3. Relocate the screws to another set

of holes

4. Be careful to replace all the washers

as they were originally installed –

they protect the finish of the EZRest

Helpful Hints:

If you make frequent adjustments to your

EZRest, you may need to occasionally

replace the nylon locknuts. The nylon inserts

will eventually wear down and will no longer

grip the screw tightly and won’t have the

gripping qualities of new nylon locknuts. You

may purchase replacement nylon locknuts

from BestRest for a nominal fee, plus

postage.

You can strap duffels and other gear against

the Sprint BackRest. Use common sense to

avoid excessive loading.

Caring For Your BackRest:

The BackRest assembly and the mounting

hardware are made from high quality steel,

finished with a wrinkled, UV resistant, black

powder coated polyester finish. Wash with

mild detergent and water. Touchup of minor

blemishes may be done with black marker

pen or black, high quality automotive enamel

such as Krylon.

Do not use abrasives, solvents, or harsh

chemicals when washing or cleaning. Do not

use paste wax or other coatings that leave a

whitish residue when they dry. We

recommend ‘Mother’s Back-To-Black’ and

‘Protect-All’ brand products, or similar

solutions.

Wash the Sprint BackRest with a solution of

mild detergent and water. Use common

sense and apply water sparingly so it doesn’t

penetrate the seams or saturate the padding

of the BackPad. A plastic bag over the

BackPad is a good idea.

While it’s OK to leave the BackRest exposed

to the elements for short periods, we strongly

suggest protecting your investment with a

tarpaulin or other covering, or park your bike

inside, away from acid rain and UV rays.

Do not use penetrating agents or solvents

since they may attack the nylon inserts on the

locknuts.

Safety Inspections and Consumer

Warnings

Do not proceed with installation unless you

are qualified to complete the installation in a

safe fashion and as described herein. Do not

use these products unless you have read all

of the instructions and understand how these

products work and what limitations, if any,

they may have. Failure to read and follow

these instructions could result in serious

bodily injury or death!

It is the Consumer's responsibility to inspect

all screws, fasteners and fittings on a daily

basis, tighten or replace them as necessary,

and to regularly inspect the entire BestRest

System for signs of missing parts, excessive

wear, metal fatigue, or imminent failure.

Should any of these be observed the

BestRest System should be removed from

the motorcycle and not used until inspected

and repaired by BestRest Products.

The EZRest BackRest should be included as

an integral part of your daily pre-ride

checklist, which would involve inspection of

all motorcycle operating systems, fluids, tires,

brakes, and other safety equipment. Don’t

take chances with your motorcycle or your

other riding gear – check it every time you

ride!

It is the responsibility of the Consumer to

evaluate the suitability of these products for

personal use. Consumers must evaluate

whether these products meet their needs and

whether these products can be mounted and

used in a safe fashion. The Consumer

accepts full and complete responsibility for

selection of products and for mounting and

maintenance of these products. The

Consumer agrees to follow and abide by any

and all instructions, recommendations,

warnings, or other information supplied or

published by BestRest Products, LLC.

BestRest Products, LLC, it's employees,

agents, and owners assume no liability of any

kind whatsoever for property damage,

personal injury or other losses resulting from

the Consumer’s failure to properly install or

maintain these products, for unauthorized

modifications of any kind, for use of

unauthorized parts (including bushings,

screws, pins, or other fasteners), or for

misuse of any BestRest Product in a fashion

not intended by BestRest or described as a

suggested application in BestRest literature.

Because installation of these products is

done by others outside our control, we cannot

assume any liability or responsibility

whatsoever for improper or unsafe installation

or items installed contrary to the latest

published instructions, that are improperly

secured or maintained, that are improperly

tightened or otherwise secured, or which are

otherwise improper fitted to the motorcycle.

Only authorized BestRest replacement parts

(assemblies, screws, fasteners or fittings)

shall be used when mounting or installing any

BestRest products. Authorized replacement

parts may be purchased only from BestRest

Products. Parts from other sources or

vendors are not covered under warrantee

and will void any Consumer claims against

BestRest or others. Any use, modifications,

or applications of any BestRest Product,

other than those authorized by us in writing,

are specifically prohibited.

BestRest, BestRest System, BestRest-GS,

BestRest Products, BackRest, Classic

BackRest, Sprint BackRest, EZRest,

CargoRest, BackPad, their designs and logos

are all trademarks of BestRest Products,

LLC. The BestRest System is registered and

patented 09/917,528. Please respect our

Trademark, Copyright and Patent rights.

Prices, specifications, assembly or

installation procedures, and mounting

hardware are subject to revision at

Products LLC Rev. 10-16-03

PAGE 4 OF THE INSTRUCTIONS IS THE

DRILLING TEMPLATE. USE THE

TEMPLATE IF YOUR CARGOREST

DOESN’T HAVE ALL 4 HOLES NEEDED

FOR ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING.

BackRest EZRest Operating instructions

Brand: BackRest

Model: EZRest

Category: Cars

Type: Operating instructions

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