Old fat guy needs seat with back rest
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Old fat guy needs seat with back rest
I have a 2012 WG and bought a touring (?) seat from the dealer, it's ok but that's about all.
Since I added the apes I'm finding my back get sore after maybe a 75 to 100 miles or so.
Past experience tells me a back rest would help.
Looking for decent seat for someone 6'1" and 260#, adjustable be nice.
Any suggestions?
Kind of looking at the Mustangs, but not familiar with them.
tia
al
Since I added the apes I'm finding my back get sore after maybe a 75 to 100 miles or so.
Past experience tells me a back rest would help.
Looking for decent seat for someone 6'1" and 260#, adjustable be nice.
Any suggestions?
Kind of looking at the Mustangs, but not familiar with them.
tia
al
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Definitely go for the Mustang Wide Vintage with the backrest option. Great seat for longer rides. You will be satisfied.
I am over 60, 6' 1" and 280 and I had a Sundowner but it was not good for long rides so I got a Mustang Wide Vintage. Great seat, very comfortable. It really seemed hard and like it would be uncomfortable at first but it wasn't. Did a 1500 mile round trip right after I got it without any issues at all. I do not have a backrest but it can only make the seat more comfortable.
I am over 60, 6' 1" and 280 and I had a Sundowner but it was not good for long rides so I got a Mustang Wide Vintage. Great seat, very comfortable. It really seemed hard and like it would be uncomfortable at first but it wasn't. Did a 1500 mile round trip right after I got it without any issues at all. I do not have a backrest but it can only make the seat more comfortable.
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Can't speak for Dyna seats, but I have a Mustang solo w/backrest on my SG and I love it. It's all-day comfortable. But seats are subjective...what works for some may not work for others.
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Make sure the seat will work with your apes Don t matter who makes the seat.If the bars pull you forward you need a seat that does the same.So on with height or maybe moving you back more.Just been down that road trying to find a seat to match my bars.Also, sitting still on a seat\bar combo is not the same as cruising down the road at 65.It sounds like your apes are pushing you back further on the bike hence a seat that will also move you back. Just my experience with a similar situation. Good luck
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I like my Corbin Solo touring seat. I've got one with the back rest and couldn't be happier. I don't know how tall your apes are but I've got factory mini apes with 2" riser extensions on my Street Bob.
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I have to agree, the mustang wide vintage solo with backrest is my all time favorite seat. I am 5' 11" and 260lbs. This seat offers great support, is wide enough to give support everywhere needed and the back support is great, it does have adaptability.
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I rode my son's Low Rider with 14" apes for a few months and hated it. They just put my arms in the wrong position which caused my shoulders and back to ache after a couple of hours. There just was no settling in and getting comfortable for me on that bike with that setup.
I have the 2" risers with factory minis on my SG. The Mustang seat moved me forward and up a little which worked out well for highway pets on the engine guard. I ride comfortable for hours laid back with my legs stretched.
I have the 2" risers with factory minis on my SG. The Mustang seat moved me forward and up a little which worked out well for highway pets on the engine guard. I ride comfortable for hours laid back with my legs stretched.
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I've got a Saddlemen Explorer with the backrest. I like it (the seat, the backrest not so much), but I'm kind of skinny - it's not any wider than the oem seat. I only really use it for two-up riding these days, as I've settled on a Mustang Cyclone (a thin little solo with no backrest).
A couple of my bigger mates swear by the Mustang Wide Vintage, but no backrest so can't comment there.
A couple of my bigger mates swear by the Mustang Wide Vintage, but no backrest so can't comment there.
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You're in luck Al...
I happen to have a Mustang Wide Vintage seat, with backrest. I rarely use the backrest, but I did use it for the trip to Sturgis this year and I have to admit its really nice, even for a young pup like me.
For the price of approximately 1 beer and the time it takes to switch seats I'd be happy to let you try it out on your ride.
This is the one I have, I think. Mine came with my bike when I bought it. Damn, they're expensive.
http://www.mustangseats.com/Product/...uds-No-Conchos
I happen to have a Mustang Wide Vintage seat, with backrest. I rarely use the backrest, but I did use it for the trip to Sturgis this year and I have to admit its really nice, even for a young pup like me.
For the price of approximately 1 beer and the time it takes to switch seats I'd be happy to let you try it out on your ride.
This is the one I have, I think. Mine came with my bike when I bought it. Damn, they're expensive.
http://www.mustangseats.com/Product/...uds-No-Conchos
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