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Old Jan 24, 2015 | 05:02 PM
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Hello All
Anyone know how much taller Harley's Solo Spring Saddle is than the
stock seat?. Being vertically challenged is a major reason I'm going for
a Forty Eight. The spring saddle just looks right on the bike
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Old Jan 24, 2015 | 05:47 PM
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I have that seat on my 48 and think it is great. I cannot tell exactly but I do recall there was no significant difference in height but it is more comfortable and looks better then the stock seat in my opinion. My 48 is in storage til it warms up or I would check the height. I will try if no one else chimes in.
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I'm also interested to know. I've been wanting to get the solo sear for quite some time. Just unsure of the comfort if the newer bobber seat.
 
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Old Jan 24, 2015 | 06:06 PM
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I did not notice an increase in height, I just recently installed one. Harley does sell a mounting kit that is a direct mount and would be lower.

http://www.harley-davidson.com/store/rigid-mount-installation-kit-pa-16-52100016--1
 

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I have one on my Softail. It would be about the same as a Sportster stock seat.
 
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Many Thanks for your help!
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