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Old Jun 15, 2024 | 07:08 AM
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Raising the seat on my 23 heritage classic 114


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Brass598 , Yesterday 09:22 AM
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I’m not a fan of the pads you put on the seat

is there a way to raise the seat height

thank you
 
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Originally Posted by Brass598
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I’m not a fan of the pads you put on the seat. is there a way to raise the seat height

thank you
Not gettng much action? Post your question in the Tech/Mech forum under the General Techs/Tips like I suggested to your Welcome area post. Or, just check out Mean City Cyles also suggested in your Welcome post.
 
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If there’s enough seat cover attached under the seat base, it can be removed, extra seat foam added, and then put back on. It will gain you a little more leg room and a more comfortable seat, too. I had an upholsterer do a seat of mine and it was a noticeable improvement.
 
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