When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
I have a 2003 softail springer that Im currently using an aftermarket spring solo seat. I dont really care for the look of the mounting baseplate as its aftermarket and is generally not easy to get on and get off in a timely manner. I see a number of parts that Harleys used over the years to include one that they say is for 1985 to 94 softails and the ones that they made for the 2008 and later bikes like the crossbones. Does anybody have any kit that they used for those earlier 2000 models? Has anybody tried the crossbones setup on an earlier model?
I've had a few sprung seats on my bikes ('04 Heritage, '05 Springer, '06 Road King Classic.)
I liked 'em all. But, could you show us what is currently on your bike?
Are you looking for a "police style" mounting system with the T-bar suspended with an air bag or spring (later models)?
I've got the V-twin mfg version on my Heritage (was also on the Springer) and if I want to lift the seat, all I have to do is pull a cotter pin and it rotates up outta the way. The "pogo" section with a small spring in it simply screws into the base, so if I need to remove the pan under the seat, I can just unscrew that and I'm staring at the battery. No tools necessary.
or,
Let us see what you've got, and we may be able to help.
So I have a base and seat for Mother road Customs currently. Its aftermarket. Overall, its worked, but I do wanna look at other options; primarily something that looks like it is designed for the bike. Hes of access to the battery, etc is my biggest focus. Switching out to a police seat or other would certainly be fine, but I do like the nostalgia look of the springs too. Finding old crossbones parts has been something Ive been looking into, but theres a lot of people online that are selling them for absorbent prices. Let me dig up some pictures of my springer.
I've had a few sprung seats on my bikes ('04 Heritage, '05 Springer, '06 Road King Classic.)
I liked 'em all. But, could you show us what is currently on your bike?
Are you looking for a "police style" mounting system with the T-bar suspended with an air bag or spring (later models)?
I've got the V-twin mfg version on my Heritage (was also on the Springer) and if I want to lift the seat, all I have to do is pull a cotter pin and it rotates up outta the way. The "pogo" section with a small spring in it simply screws into the base, so if I need to remove the pan under the seat, I can just unscrew that and I'm staring at the battery. No tools necessary.
or,
Let us see what you've got, and we may be able to help.
I liked it too! Has the single "pogo" support in the center, just like the OEM ones had until the early '80s. It fastens differently, but looks very much the same. It also has a small spring in it so it helps smooth out the road a bit more. Here's a link to it on Dennis Kirk's website: https://www.denniskirk.com/v-twin-ma...prd/277921.sku
It's an '04. If by "base plate," you mean the cover under the seat, then yes. It's off a Crossbones. I used one on both the Heritage and the Springer. Needed a little bit of modification, but not bad. Closes things up pretty well. I did a thread on it here a while ago.
I found one on Fb, but you can still get them through H-D. I was using the single (pogo-style) support, so I didn't need the spring base seat bracket under the plastic cover. We just filled the holes with black push-pins. The holes aren't really obvious, and the raised section doesn't offend me at all. LoL...
I would think the "best" option is to find a metal fab shop and have them
make something that fits tight to the frame and does not look out of place....
Here's my "flat pan" version (as shown in the other thread).
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Slideshow: The bar-and-shield logo shows up on far more than motorcycles, some of the company's most unexpected products have nothing to do with riding.
Slideshow: From the troubled AMF years to modern misfires, these bikes earned reputations for reliability issues, questionable engineering, or disappointing performance.
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Slideshow: The Swiss custom shop has taken a Harley Softail and stretched it into something so long and low that it looks closer to a rolling sculpture than a conventional motorcycle.
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Slideshow: A standard cruiser becomes an intricate metal canvas in the hands of a Swiss custom house known for pushing Harley-Davidson platforms far beyond their factory brief.
Slideshow: Harley-Davidson's challenges aren't abstract; they show up in dropping shipments, shrinking dealer traffic, and strategic decisions that aren't yet translating into growth.
Spring solo seats
