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6th Gear
Joined: Nov 2008
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From: Australia
It seems to depend on how tall the rider is. The shorter riders find the seat comfortable.
I am taller and had the trick seat pocket taken out and an extra 2 inches of foam put in it's place and the redone the trick seat so it was more comfortable. It also halps as a back rest when one up if needed.
Awsome ride.
I am taller and had the trick seat pocket taken out and an extra 2 inches of foam put in it's place and the redone the trick seat so it was more comfortable. It also halps as a back rest when one up if needed.
Awsome ride.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 2,024
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From: East Tenn.
It seems to depend on how tall the rider is. The shorter riders find the seat comfortable.
I am taller and had the trick seat pocket taken out and an extra 2 inches of foam put in it's place and the redone the trick seat so it was more comfortable. It also halps as a back rest when one up if needed.
Awsome ride.
I am taller and had the trick seat pocket taken out and an extra 2 inches of foam put in it's place and the redone the trick seat so it was more comfortable. It also halps as a back rest when one up if needed.
Awsome ride.
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 534
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From: Good Old "New England"
I have the fxcw seat on my c and the paint matched side covers. bike is lowerd 2"
and I like riding it more than my flstc that i have been riding for 14 years.
get the roc you will love it,
and I like riding it more than my flstc that i have been riding for 14 years.
get the roc you will love it,
Novice
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 17
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From: Puerto Rico, USA
Guys! this is simple...
I own a '09 ROCKER and also an '05 V-ROD and I love them both. Getting back to the original question, If you want a confy ride buy a Honda Goldwing or maybe a CARAVAN. The Rocker was not made to be confy, it was made to make a statement. I love mine but I have never been looking for comfort. The suspension is hard, the steering wobbles and if you hit second with a har accelertion there is no passenger seat behind to keep you on your sadle.
That been said, the Rocker is a ride for real men with b@lls big enough to forget about confort, sadlebags or windshield.
That been said, the Rocker is a ride for real men with b@lls big enough to forget about confort, sadlebags or windshield.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: East Tenn.
I own a '09 ROCKER and also an '05 V-ROD and I love them both. Getting back to the original question, If you want a confy ride buy a Honda Goldwing or maybe a CARAVAN. The Rocker was not made to be confy, it was made to make a statement. I love mine but I have never been looking for comfort. The suspension is hard, the steering wobbles and if you hit second with a har accelertion there is no passenger seat behind to keep you on your sadle.
That been said, the Rocker is a ride for real men with b@lls big enough to forget about confort, sadlebags or windshield.
That been said, the Rocker is a ride for real men with b@lls big enough to forget about confort, sadlebags or windshield.
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 545
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From: Kansas City, MO via Millington, MI
Well here's my take. I have an '08 Rocker 'C' and a '97 Road King. While the ride on the Road King is definitely better for 2-up riding, the Rocker's suspension isn't as bad as everyone seems to be telling you. I put about 8k on the Rocker last year before I bought the Road King in September. One ride was to Michigan from Kansas City and back. The trip back was 860 miles, 15 hours straight. Yes, my *** got a bit sore. But when you ride that long, your *** is going to get sore no matter what you're riding. That was with the 'C' seat installed. My buddy rides an '08 NightTrain, and he was complaining about how uncomfortable he was long before I ever felt any discomfort. Since then, I've put the standard FXCW solo seat on the bike, and I absolutely love it. As far as being wobbly? I've NEVER had a wobble issue on the Rocker....the Road King...that's another story. The bike rides fantastic for a Softie, and handles like a dream. Yeah, the turning radius and lean angle suffer from the wide rear tire and low mounted pegs, but it will carve through a sweeper as smooth as silk. I love the bike, and have no intention of ever getting rid of it.
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Stage IV
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 4
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From: OCNY
I find the Rocker to be one of the best customizable palettes HD ever came up with. I bought mine for the 240 rear, as I can do a lot for that ***.
I never really cared for the big space between the seat and the rear fender, but I had always planned on installing the EZ ROCK-R Heartland Conversion Kit, even before I bought the bike. The stock seat is comfortable, and looks good. I love the way the bike performs. The first time I rode it, it definitely raised my eyebrow, as well as my friend's who rode along side (or behind) me...LOL
I never really cared for the big space between the seat and the rear fender, but I had always planned on installing the EZ ROCK-R Heartland Conversion Kit, even before I bought the bike. The stock seat is comfortable, and looks good. I love the way the bike performs. The first time I rode it, it definitely raised my eyebrow, as well as my friend's who rode along side (or behind) me...LOL
Stage IV
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: OCNY
Agreed! I have so many ideas for this damn thing, I wouldn't know where to start, even if I had the pesos. Although the Heartland Conversion will definitely be the first on my list. I can't decide whether I want the 20 or the 24inch fender. The shorty looks hot, but my girlfriend is afraid she'll launch off the rear end, which wouldn't be the first time.