Picking up a second seat
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Road Warrior
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Picking up a second seat
Hey guys..just want some opinions...shortly after picking up my 06 FXDWGI, I bought a "pillow-look" seat. I needed something more comfortable than stock that would be just as comfortable for my wife. At the same time, I really thought the Sundowner (despite being extremely comfortable) didn't look so great, and the pillow look just fit the Wide Glide a little better..as far as looks go.
Now I'm thinkin that I'd like something a little different for when I'm traveling solo. I want something a bit "lower profile". I have the detachable sissy bar, and think I want to take it off for when I'm going solo, but the pillow look seat just doesn't look right without the sissy bar.
So I've pretty much narrowed it down to two seats..both are close to the same price, so that's really not an issue. The first is the HD sidekick saddle. You can see that on HD's website, and on a few folks' bikes right here on this forum (so I'm not gonna post a pic or link). The other is the Corbin "Stinger" for 06 DWGs. Here's a link:
Corbin Stinger
So what do you guys think of this Corbin? Anyone have any experience with them? It's a tough call...both are pretty similar as far as looks. But I don't know how they feel.
One other thing I'm a bit concerned with. I have a bobtail fender rack on my bike. I don't think it's a problem with the Harley seat...but in looking at the corbin, I'm not sure if there's gonna be a problem keeping the rack on with that seat installed.
Thanks for you comments!
Todd
Now I'm thinkin that I'd like something a little different for when I'm traveling solo. I want something a bit "lower profile". I have the detachable sissy bar, and think I want to take it off for when I'm going solo, but the pillow look seat just doesn't look right without the sissy bar.
So I've pretty much narrowed it down to two seats..both are close to the same price, so that's really not an issue. The first is the HD sidekick saddle. You can see that on HD's website, and on a few folks' bikes right here on this forum (so I'm not gonna post a pic or link). The other is the Corbin "Stinger" for 06 DWGs. Here's a link:
Corbin Stinger
So what do you guys think of this Corbin? Anyone have any experience with them? It's a tough call...both are pretty similar as far as looks. But I don't know how they feel.
One other thing I'm a bit concerned with. I have a bobtail fender rack on my bike. I don't think it's a problem with the Harley seat...but in looking at the corbin, I'm not sure if there's gonna be a problem keeping the rack on with that seat installed.
Thanks for you comments!
Todd
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RE: Picking up a second seat
Todd: The corbin is nice but I like the Harley one better. I may get another seat as well and was looking at the rallyrunner HD seat. Check the seat price on Zanotti's website and you will save at least $50. KB
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why didnt you like the sundowner??
i have a bob with solo saddle and its not real good for long rides
was thinkin of getting sundowner for long trips
i had bought the pillion but returned because it just
looked like the wrong seat for the bike (like an afterthought )
sometimes i think maybe i shoulda got a road king....
i have a bob with solo saddle and its not real good for long rides
was thinkin of getting sundowner for long trips
i had bought the pillion but returned because it just
looked like the wrong seat for the bike (like an afterthought )
sometimes i think maybe i shoulda got a road king....
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Road Warrior
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ORIGINAL: stc13
why didnt you like the sundowner??
i have a bob with solo saddle and its not real good for long rides
was thinkin of getting sundowner for long trips
i had bought the pillion but returned because it just
looked like the wrong seat for the bike (like an afterthought )
sometimes i think maybe i shoulda got a road king....
why didnt you like the sundowner??
i have a bob with solo saddle and its not real good for long rides
was thinkin of getting sundowner for long trips
i had bought the pillion but returned because it just
looked like the wrong seat for the bike (like an afterthought )
sometimes i think maybe i shoulda got a road king....
Todd
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RE: Picking up a second seat
gidday veniculem,i changed out my solo stbob seat to a side kick.it looks killer , it's very comfy for rider as yet cannot comment on passo's ride as the missus hasn't come for a ride yet.JUST DO IT!!!
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Road Warrior
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RE: Picking up a second seat
see that..now you went and did it....telling me to "JUST DO IT" absolutely means trouble
Anybody else here see those three words and find themselves at the dealer soon after? Hell, my co-worker said those three words to me a few months back when I was debating spending the kid's college money on a new harley. Needless to say...I found myself at the dealer the next day.
Guess I have to buy a new seat now..not later
Anybody else here see those three words and find themselves at the dealer soon after? Hell, my co-worker said those three words to me a few months back when I was debating spending the kid's college money on a new harley. Needless to say...I found myself at the dealer the next day. Guess I have to buy a new seat now..not later
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RE: Picking up a second seat
hey..question fellas...there's two different plain sidekick seats available. One just said "sidekick plain", and the other says "sidekick custom plain". Both are the same price and there's really no description to differentiate the two. Any ideas?
By the way...I checked Zanotti's...they're about 80 dollars cheaper than the dealer. Thanks for the advise!
Todd
By the way...I checked Zanotti's...they're about 80 dollars cheaper than the dealer. Thanks for the advise!
Todd
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I've got an 06 Wide Glide myself. I'm saving up for a Corbin Classic Solo with the Corbin Backrest. I have heard this is very comfortable, and the backrest makes those long rides more comfortable. Check it out. You can get a passenger seat with the Classic Solo if you want.
The seat looks sweet on the WG [sm=happy046.gif]
The seat looks sweet on the WG [sm=happy046.gif]
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I use 2 seats on my 99 Wide Glide.
For most rides, I use a LePera bare Bones with gel insert. It is definitely low profile. Comfortable for a couple of hours, more than that, becomes a little touchy.
Stock seat goes on for road trips & long rides.
The seat swap takes 5 minutes...one bolt.
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For most rides, I use a LePera bare Bones with gel insert. It is definitely low profile. Comfortable for a couple of hours, more than that, becomes a little touchy.
Stock seat goes on for road trips & long rides.
The seat swap takes 5 minutes...one bolt.
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