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Old Jun 18, 2018 | 01:52 PM
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I spoke with the folks at Mustang and Ultimate last week and they are both still a ways out there. Lady at Mustang said a month, the lady at Ultimate said a few months. Both were estimates.

So, what seat options, other than factory and Corbin are currently available? Anyone have something to recommend? I'm looking for a solo seat with a backrest.
 
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Old Jun 18, 2018 | 01:59 PM
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HD Sundowner Solo Seat #52000292 + GrasshopperLimited rider backrest could work. About $350 total.
 
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Old Jun 18, 2018 | 02:26 PM
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Thanks for the quick reply. Have you used this combo?
The seat looks very similar to the stock seat, but maybe a little flatter which if so could allow for sitting further back. That would be a good thing at least for me.
Does the backrest push the rider forward at all?
 
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Old Jun 18, 2018 | 04:06 PM
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I have not used this combo, but I have had Sundowner seats that were very comfortable, and I do have the backrest on my Heritage. It doesn't push me forward.
 
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Thanks. Mind if I ask you how tall you are?
 
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Anyone tried a Saddlemen Explorer on their M8 Fat Boy or Breakout yet?

Or a Harley Tall Boy?
 
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Here is a blue stitched Saddlemen on my 115th Fatty. I'm happy with its style and function.
 
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We have identical bikes. I got the Saddlemen and love it.
 
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Thanks for the help guys, I ordered a Saddlemen Explorer.
 
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Here is a blue stitched Saddlemen on my 115th Fatty. I'm happy with its style and function.
Could you post a few pics showing the whole bike? That is exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks in advance!
 
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