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Old Nov 15, 2020 | 06:24 AM
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3 year rider 1st year with a Harley. Love the bike but I can't find a comfortable seat. I am now using a sundowner 2 up seat. It is better than the original but my butt still gets sore. I always ride solo so I don't need a two up. Comfort is critical as I am planning a ride across Canada next summer. 5"8" 185 pounds, 69 years old, any suggestions
 
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I put a Heritage seat on my '05 Deluxe and am thankful every time I get on. Like night and day.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2020 | 08:43 AM
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Go with a Mustang...
 
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Old Nov 15, 2020 | 09:12 AM
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was it a direct fit or did you have to modify
 
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was it a direct fit or did you have to modify
The Heritage seat I have is from an '07 and fits my '05 the same without any modifications. The Heritage seat has a lot more cushion. I ride a little taller in the seat.


 
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I have a Mustang seat on my Deluxe, been riding on it for a four years and it is comfortable, they have ones with a back rest as well.
 
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I have a Mustang seat on my Deluxe, been riding on it for a four years and it is comfortable, they have ones with a back rest as well.
Thanks I have purchased a seat from a Heritage and it works and fits great, I am taking it in today to have a gel pad inserted .
 
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Old Nov 25, 2020 | 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by sam miron
3 year rider 1st year with a Harley. Love the bike but I can't find a comfortable seat. I am now using a sundowner 2 up seat. It is better than the original but my butt still gets sore. I always ride solo so I don't need a two up. Comfort is critical as I am planning a ride across Canada next summer. 5"8" 185 pounds, 69 years old, any suggestions
I can't say enough about Corbin seats, a bit spend but worth it.


 
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