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Old May 16, 2025 | 11:20 AM
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I have been running a Saddleman step up seat for 30k miles and hate it. It’s uncomfortable on long rides and is stiff. I do like the looks though.

The stock seat was alot more comfortable, but didn’t hold me in place very well.

I would like some feedback on what you are running and how you like it for longer rides.

Heard good things about Lapera, but don’t want to keep throwing money out for the same results.

Thanks in advance.
 
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Old May 16, 2025 | 11:24 AM
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I'm running a Saddleman Renegade solo and pillion seat on my Lowrider ST. I think it looks okay. Its not my first choice but the wife needed more seat than the step-up seat we had on it provided. I'm not a long distance rider due to some severe low back arthritis so I can't give you any info about that but the Renegade is a low and back seat and works well for my Orangutan arms.
 
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Old May 16, 2025 | 12:19 PM
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I do not ride with a passenger and thinking about going back to a solo seat. Looking at a Mustang touring solo seat. Can a backrest be added later on these or is it one or the other ?
 
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Old May 16, 2025 | 12:31 PM
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I had a Mustang on my last Dyna Lowrider S. It was comfortable as well. The advantage with the Renegade is if you add the pillion, it gives you some support like a small backrest because it overlaps the top of the rear portion of the solo seat. But you can easily remove the pillion for the times you want to ride solo. I'd be happy to send pics of the Renegade if you pm your contact info to me. The Renegade is also cheaper than the Mustang seat....I think.
 
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I have the C&C Fastback on my Sport Glide (same seat as a Low Rider S) and I'm very pleased with it.

Its firm but comfortable, even on long trips. It has a similar style to the Saddlemen, however, its curved instead of having the "step" so its more comfortable IMO.

There's one listed in the Classified section HERE - Might be worth a shot if you dig the look and not have to pay for one that's brand new.

Here's Mine

 
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Old May 16, 2025 | 02:16 PM
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The cc looks great. I am leaning tword a solo seat with backrest capability. I will probably stay away from anything Saddleman, just because everyone I know hates them, me included. I will be selling mine cheap 😂
 
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Corbin Widowmaker works for me. Good lumbar support. If you ride down to Holister they will custom fit to your needs.


 
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Old May 16, 2025 | 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Toolmaker5150
The cc looks great. I am leaning tword a solo seat with backrest capability. I will probably stay away from anything Saddleman, just because everyone I know hates them, me included. I will be selling mine cheap 😂
Saddlemen explorer is a great comfortable seat..
Saddlemen explorer is a great comfortable seat..
 
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Originally Posted by Durham man
Saddlemen explorer is a great comfortable seat..
Saddlemen explorer is a great comfortable seat..
Looks comfortable. I ordered a Mustang wide tripper with backrest capability if I feel I need it.

Price was right at $400. Local indy will exchange if I don’t like it. Never had a passenger on this bike and never will. I have a Heritage for that.
 
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I never liked my Saddlemen Step-up seat either even with the gel pad it seemed too firm and pushed me further forward from stock, i swapped it for a Lepera kick-flip and like it-

 

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