I have one on my cruiser (the one that came with my Mustang seat). I don't know that it's as necessary on a bike with a lean-over/upright seating like the FJR has, but on the cruiser with its legs-out, slouched seating, it allowed me several 700+ back-to-back mile days w/o incident. I have 4 herniated discs in my lower back, to varying degrees.
I was not aware that Corbin makes one for the driver. I have emailed Corbin asking about such a product or of the possibility of one in the future.
Yes, everything like this seems overpriced. We are paying a premium due to low quantity sales, but I usually don't complain much because I am proud to see companies take enough interest in the FJR to produce such accessories. Most of these companies are not getting rich off us. The corporations we should be complaining about are the oil companies that are getting way more than their share!
I wish the US would consider motorcycles as viable, worthwhile transportation like they do in Europe. Things cost too much, and bikes get little or no serious consideration on the road. In part because they're "motor sports" instead of vehicles, and (sadly) also in part because of the squids.
Ordered one today. I will post with pics after I receive and install it, assuming it indeed fits the '06.
You might also want to consider getting your core muscles in good condition. There are a variety of abdominal and lower back exercises that strengthen your core muscles which reduce back problems when riding.
I'd be interested when I get my 06 later this month. Please email me back channel about this. Thanks.I posted the one I made, but no one seemed too interested.It gives me MAJOR relief.It also has less padding than shown in the picture.
