New seat for Heritage info
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New seat for Heritage info
I need to replace the stock seat on my Heritage. After a few years of putting up with it, I have had enough (a very large and heavy person owned the bike before me, and lets just say the seat is beyond broken in). I am not looking for a debate on what seat is best, but I am looking for info on the following...What seat will allow me to move back a bit from the stock seating position, and also allow a sitting back and down in sensation (like a lazy boy recliner :^)) rather than feeling incline toward the tank? I have a long inseam, so there is no problem footing the bike. I want to stay with the stud/concho theme, and I suppose wider is better for driver/passenger.
Will the Mustang vintage, HD Sundowner or Signature series do any of the above position wise? Is there another seat more in line with what I am looking for?
Thanks!
Will the Mustang vintage, HD Sundowner or Signature series do any of the above position wise? Is there another seat more in line with what I am looking for?
Thanks!
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Have to say I was happy with my stock Heritage seat. Rode on it for 36hrs straight once with no problem.
I was mainly looking to get an adjustable backrest. Stopped at the Mustang Booth in Americade and the wife talked me into getting the whole works. Got the wide studded solo w/backrest and 14" pillion.
The seat definitely more comfortable for the long rides though I have to say I didn't notice much difference for the first 1000 miles or so. IMO, the seat sets me back another 3/4 to an 1". Others have said just the opposite.
Edit: I did have some misgivings about getting the 14" pillion because I thought it'd interfere with opening the bags. But since it was the only size they had in stock I went with it. No problems and it's 1000% better than stock. Think the bike looks better with the smaller pillion or bib so I only put the 14 on when touring. Wife has her own bike anyway so rarely rides with me.
I was mainly looking to get an adjustable backrest. Stopped at the Mustang Booth in Americade and the wife talked me into getting the whole works. Got the wide studded solo w/backrest and 14" pillion.
The seat definitely more comfortable for the long rides though I have to say I didn't notice much difference for the first 1000 miles or so. IMO, the seat sets me back another 3/4 to an 1". Others have said just the opposite.
Edit: I did have some misgivings about getting the 14" pillion because I thought it'd interfere with opening the bags. But since it was the only size they had in stock I went with it. No problems and it's 1000% better than stock. Think the bike looks better with the smaller pillion or bib so I only put the 14 on when touring. Wife has her own bike anyway so rarely rides with me.
Last edited by jimmers1817; Nov 17, 2009 at 10:43 AM.
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Have to say I was happy with my stock Heritage seat. Rode on it for 36hrs straight once with no problem.
I was mainly looking to get an adjustable backrest. Stopped at the Mustang Booth in Americade and the wife talked me into getting the whole works. Got the wide studded solo w/backrest and 14" pillion.
The seat definitely more comfortable for the long rides though I have to say I didn't notice much difference for the first 1000 miles or so. IMO, the seat sets me back another 3/4 to an 1". Others have said just the opposite.
I was mainly looking to get an adjustable backrest. Stopped at the Mustang Booth in Americade and the wife talked me into getting the whole works. Got the wide studded solo w/backrest and 14" pillion.
The seat definitely more comfortable for the long rides though I have to say I didn't notice much difference for the first 1000 miles or so. IMO, the seat sets me back another 3/4 to an 1". Others have said just the opposite.
Thanks. I suppose the stock seat would be fine for me if this one did not have to carry the load it did.
Do you notice the passenger pillion on the Mustang on your back pushing you into a more upright position? I see that it has the passenger pillion extend into the drivers lower back as opposed to some others seats that do not. Good to know this seat may give up to an inch move back. - Thanks.
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I have the same Mustang seat (the front part) as the above poster. It moved me back a bit and up a bit from the stock seat. I also tried the Corbin solo. It moved me down about an inch and didn't move me back at all.
It may have changed since then, but at the time the Corbin backrest was pretty much fixed, while the Mustang backrest moves in several axes -- the main reason I came back to, and am staying with, the Mustang.
I also originally had the 14" passenger pillion, which my wife said was very comfortable, but since she can't ride anymore I've set the bike up for solo riding. Never liked the look of the thing -- it was huge.
It may have changed since then, but at the time the Corbin backrest was pretty much fixed, while the Mustang backrest moves in several axes -- the main reason I came back to, and am staying with, the Mustang.
I also originally had the 14" passenger pillion, which my wife said was very comfortable, but since she can't ride anymore I've set the bike up for solo riding. Never liked the look of the thing -- it was huge.
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i have used ultimate seats on my last two bikes and they are great to deal with and they make a very comfy seat, if you talk to Des (owner) he will answer any questions you have about seating position
http://www.ultimateseats.ca/Harleyabout.html
http://www.ultimateseats.ca/Harleyabout.html
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Speaking of seats...I'm curious what you guys think about the seats on the Crossbones? The old school look with the springs? I LOVE the look of that, but wonder how comfortable it would be. Anyone have experience with those?
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Thanks. I suppose the stock seat would be fine for me if this one did not have to carry the load it did.
Do you notice the passenger pillion on the Mustang on your back pushing you into a more upright position? I see that it has the passenger pillion extend into the drivers lower back as opposed to some others seats that do not. Good to know this seat may give up to an inch move back. - Thanks.
Do you notice the passenger pillion on the Mustang on your back pushing you into a more upright position? I see that it has the passenger pillion extend into the drivers lower back as opposed to some others seats that do not. Good to know this seat may give up to an inch move back. - Thanks.
It's not as comfortable for me when stopped with feet on the ground because of the extra width but it shines when cruising on the hiway which is where it counts for me.
Last edited by jimmers1817; Jan 26, 2010 at 05:04 AM.
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could always give these guys a call. there making me one up to the specs i asked for.old style button pleat hitchhiker with fringe . to fit my deluxe. http://www.harleyseats.com/Bar_Enter...lcomes_You.htm
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It's a brand. They sell many different styles. You can get a free catalog at Mustangseats.com.