Need advice on new Seats
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Need advice on new Seats
I'm thinking of getting a new seat, been looking at the following:
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LePera Sihouette Full Length
Le Pera Cobra
Corbin Gunfighter
Corbin Young Guns
Biltwell (?)
I really like the looks of the Corbins, and they are all leather. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
I dont like pleated, ribbed, or crosshatched fabric. Smooth for me. I don't think I've seen the Biltwell in smooth.
Only ride locally, so touring level comfort not needed.
John
Drag Specialties Predator
LePera Sihouette Full Length
Le Pera Cobra
Corbin Gunfighter
Corbin Young Guns
Biltwell (?)
I really like the looks of the Corbins, and they are all leather. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
I dont like pleated, ribbed, or crosshatched fabric. Smooth for me. I don't think I've seen the Biltwell in smooth.
Only ride locally, so touring level comfort not needed.
John
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Thanks, AlanT,
I personally don't like the look of the bare fender/solo seat style (on my bike), or I'd just remove my pillion pad. Looking for something that has a minimalist pillion look. I usually ride solo, but you never know. I have some passenger pegs I can re-install if someone worthwhile happens by.
Thinking about the Le Pera Silhouette Pillion Pad, looks like my stock HD, only thinner, not like a loaf of bread. Looks like it matches the stock seat in texture and stitching too.
John
I personally don't like the look of the bare fender/solo seat style (on my bike), or I'd just remove my pillion pad. Looking for something that has a minimalist pillion look. I usually ride solo, but you never know. I have some passenger pegs I can re-install if someone worthwhile happens by.
Thinking about the Le Pera Silhouette Pillion Pad, looks like my stock HD, only thinner, not like a loaf of bread. Looks like it matches the stock seat in texture and stitching too.
John
Last edited by John Harper; Dec 4, 2016 at 07:51 PM.
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I am also not huge on the "solo" look, dont rule out a Mustang seat. My bike has the Mustang Fastback seat, and I love it. Holds me in place and has a spot to put someone in a pinch....
If looks are more a priority than comfort they sell a slimmer "Tripper" mustang fastback seat as well
There are alot of great seat makers out there, but I havent seen very many negative words about a Mustang seat.
Link to Revzilla with more info on seat
Heres mine on my Nightster
If looks are more a priority than comfort they sell a slimmer "Tripper" mustang fastback seat as well
There are alot of great seat makers out there, but I havent seen very many negative words about a Mustang seat.
Link to Revzilla with more info on seat
Heres mine on my Nightster
Last edited by Maximus924; Dec 4, 2016 at 10:18 PM.
Thanks, AlanT,
I personally don't like the look of the bare fender/solo seat style (on my bike), or I'd just remove my pillion pad. Looking for something that has a minimalist pillion look. I usually ride solo, but you never know. I have some passenger pegs I can re-install if someone worthwhile happens by.
I personally don't like the look of the bare fender/solo seat style (on my bike), or I'd just remove my pillion pad. Looking for something that has a minimalist pillion look. I usually ride solo, but you never know. I have some passenger pegs I can re-install if someone worthwhile happens by.
That said, a solo seat on a Sportster looks best with a chopped rear fender, not the long stock one. So I think I'll be heading that way some time.
Good luck in your search for a seat. The Silhouette sounds like it might work well for you.
Alan
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I am also not huge on the "solo" look, dont rule out a Mustang seat. My bike has the Mustang Fastback seat, and I love it. Holds me in place and has a spot to put someone in a pinch....
If looks are more a priority than comfort they sell a slimmer "Tripper" mustang fastback seat as well
There are alot of great seat makers out there, but I havent seen very many negative words about a Mustang seat.
Link to Revzilla with more info on seat
Heres mine on my Nightster
If looks are more a priority than comfort they sell a slimmer "Tripper" mustang fastback seat as well
There are alot of great seat makers out there, but I havent seen very many negative words about a Mustang seat.
Link to Revzilla with more info on seat
Heres mine on my Nightster
John
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LaRosa has some new seats at that might fit the bill for you-
The one pictures is not smooth, but they do have them that are completely smooth.
You can see all of their "Slim" designs HERE.
The one pictures is not smooth, but they do have them that are completely smooth.
You can see all of their "Slim" designs HERE.
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The LePera are a little firm, if you like that. I have the Aviator on my Custom, and been looking at the Cobra. Both LePera choices are good for a low profile, and they have a 2-up version on the Silhouette with a wider pillion section.
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It looks like the LaRosa seats are only for '04 and later.
I have a 1991. Really liking the looks of the LePera King Cobra, nice and low.
John
I have a 1991. Really liking the looks of the LePera King Cobra, nice and low.
John
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