Seat with lumbar support recommendations.
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 380
Likes: 153
From: Hot Springs, SD
I simply added a back rest to the already comfortable OEM seat. My 05' Springer Classic had the rear pillion and it's odd way of attaching to the front seat. I'm not sure what the OEM way of going solo was but I made a plate that attaches to the seat and to the fender bolt. On that plate I welded an upright with an e-Bay pad attached. The only down side is when I install the pillion I lose the back rest....not really too bad though as it will be the wife or my travel bag riding the pillion and both make adequate back rests.
Supporter
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 3,714
Likes: 650
From: San Ramon, Ca
I have the Mustang Regal Duke (The wider one)
Very comfy. Plenty of lwr back supt.
Even more so than the Wide Vintage Touring
I had on the other Heritage.
Pretty sure I bought it thru Dennis Kirk ($50 cheaper
than anywhere else.
Very comfy. Plenty of lwr back supt.
Even more so than the Wide Vintage Touring
I had on the other Heritage.
Pretty sure I bought it thru Dennis Kirk ($50 cheaper
than anywhere else.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2015
Posts: 3,415
Likes: 1,121
From: USA
This is something to consider. I had one on my Dyna and I loved it, not so comfy for a passenger if you're planning on trips or all day rides, it becomes a little uncomfortable after a few hours. On my Dyna I liked how firm yet comfortable it was, but when I ordered one for my 05 Heritage I didn't like it at all. Looked great, but hated the feel. I've grown attached to my Mean City Cycles upgraded seat, it's all day, all week and longer comfortable. As far a lumbar, my GF has a rack and half so I'm covered there.
https://ccseats.com/envira/05-17-del...ge-sport-tour/
https://ccseats.com/envira/05-17-del...ge-sport-tour/
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2021
Posts: 1,322
Likes: 731
From: Pennsylvania
As many have also said, it you are ok with the look, rider backrests work wonders too. The trick is getting the right one in the best position for you.
I am seriously looking at a 2022 Heritage. I have ridden a 2021 for 500+ miles (rental) and I know it is comfortable. But more recently with a tailbone injury I've been also looking at aftermarket seat options. MANY many folks on here have raved about their seats they have had re-done with Mean City. I am, of course, not at that point yet but I spoke with them and have a ballpark quote for when I am ready. It will cost less than a new seat and they are experts at what they do. Pad to YOUR needs. Custom leather. Custom stitching. Great reviews don't lie. Just a thought
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Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2019
Posts: 101
Likes: 72
From: Brisbane, Australia
Hi, I'm from Brisbane, Australia.
For the last ten years I have been doing what I describe as my 'Great Southern Spring Run' where I ride from Brisbane to Sydney then onto Melbourne then maybe cut across to Adelaide before returning home to visit family and mates along the way. Overall mileage around 3,300 in four weeks. The first run I did I got to Sydney and my back was killing me.
I'd heard of Airhawk but couldn't find one in a city of four million people. I called the importer who said he would personally send one ASAP. I found one in a Melbourne bike shop and bought it on the spot (so now I have two). That run I went to Adelaide with some mates using the Airhawk. Then returned home to Brisbane. I covered 600 miles on the first day heading home from Adelaide then the rest the next day without a back worry throughout.
I spent $$$ on Saddleman and two adjustments on the original and the Saddleman by the best ergonomic customiser in Brisbane but will still use the original Airhawks for anything over an hours run. Who cares what the F#ck it looks like when doing serious miles.
For the last ten years I have been doing what I describe as my 'Great Southern Spring Run' where I ride from Brisbane to Sydney then onto Melbourne then maybe cut across to Adelaide before returning home to visit family and mates along the way. Overall mileage around 3,300 in four weeks. The first run I did I got to Sydney and my back was killing me.
I'd heard of Airhawk but couldn't find one in a city of four million people. I called the importer who said he would personally send one ASAP. I found one in a Melbourne bike shop and bought it on the spot (so now I have two). That run I went to Adelaide with some mates using the Airhawk. Then returned home to Brisbane. I covered 600 miles on the first day heading home from Adelaide then the rest the next day without a back worry throughout.
I spent $$$ on Saddleman and two adjustments on the original and the Saddleman by the best ergonomic customiser in Brisbane but will still use the original Airhawks for anything over an hours run. Who cares what the F#ck it looks like when doing serious miles.
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Tourer
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 380
Likes: 153
From: Hot Springs, SD
I have owned an Airhawk pad for almost 15 years (had to make a new cover two years ago when I got the Sportster). I've been through 6 bikes since I got the pad and I continue to keep it. I don't believe I'll need it with the current bike/seat combo but I'll still keep it just in case.
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 893
Likes: 537
From: Central NY
I messed around with several different seats for my softail slim, saddlemen solo -sent back, mustang -sent that back too, HD sundowner which was very comfy, I still have this but it looks like a couch on my bike. I stopped messing around and got a Corbin gunfighter, it feels pretty nice on my lower back.