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Old Nov 26, 2023 | 04:18 PM
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Default 6’2 guy struggling with stock seat on 2023 Fatboy

I have been scouring through tons of sites, YouTube etc but not being able to find a right seat for my height. I rented out 2023 fatboy and loves the bike but hated the stock seat and its position. It gave me lower back pain and in hurting knees after an hour of riding. am really wishing for seat that pushes me a bit higher and back to give me some legroom. Can anyone recommend a decent seat for tall guy on a fatboy ? There are not many choices for fatboy seats it seems which give you extra legroom or height. Many thanks 🙏 in advance.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2023 | 10:48 AM
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Seats can be a real pain in the ***.....no pun intended. I always recommend MCC Home of the best motorcycle seat modifications. (meancitycycles.com) because what they do works, I have 2 seats done by them, my solo and my 2UP. I went through a few seats before I found these guys. Tell them what you need and they'll do it. One of these best things I did.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2023 | 11:06 AM
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Three suggestions:

Install these: https://www.tallboyscycles.com/

Search here: https://luckydaves.com

Find some here: https://hillcountrycustomcycles.com

Once you do all three, your bike will be comfy.

Not paid for any endorsements, just another commiserating 6’2” 220lb dude that’s learned from 35+ years of riding Harleys

Good luck!!!
 
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Old Nov 27, 2023 | 11:11 AM
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OP - I know you saw my write up on the Saddleman. I have the seat, still in mint cond if you want it for a very fair price.
 
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I also had the same issue , I am 6" 3" . I sent my seat to mean city cycles , they modified the seat to fit me . Absolutely no more issues . Call them at 828 428 1521 Tell them you're issues , motorcycle seats is there only buissness
 
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