Seats
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From: Ozark Country
RE: Seats
I'm running the stock seat on my '05 1200C.
I put a lot of miles on my Harley's (especially the 1200C) and "daily runs" of 300+ miles are common.
To me the stock seat is very comfortable, even on long hauls, and I can't see any reason of swapping it out for something else.
From what I've read in various Threads many Sportster owners have problems with the stock seat, even on short <100 mile rides.
But I have a pretty slim build (6' 2", 185 pounds, 32" waist) and the stock seat "fits me" perfectly. No problems at all with any discomfort.
I put a lot of miles on my Harley's (especially the 1200C) and "daily runs" of 300+ miles are common.
To me the stock seat is very comfortable, even on long hauls, and I can't see any reason of swapping it out for something else.
From what I've read in various Threads many Sportster owners have problems with the stock seat, even on short <100 mile rides.
But I have a pretty slim build (6' 2", 185 pounds, 32" waist) and the stock seat "fits me" perfectly. No problems at all with any discomfort.
Road Master
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From: Alamogordo, NM
RE: Seats
I think those 2 must have killed off all the nerve endings in their butts if they think the stock block is "just fine"!
I tried the H-D Badlander first....wasn't much better than the stock. I finally ended up with the Mustang Vintage set. It is very comfortable and it didn't raise me up any higher than about 1/2 inch...which was a concern because I was barely flat footing the bike. It also pushed me forward...which made the reach for the handle bars less taxing. Good thing that I have a tank bra on the bike, so my jackets don't scratch the bike up (even though I know the bra will scuff the clear coat...it is the lesser of 2 evils.) I got the 12" Vintage instead the 15" wide, so as to keep the slimmer looks of the bike. I am very happy with the seat. I got the Badlander through the dealer and the Vintage set through a retailer on eBay. (I paid $277, which included the shipping.) The Mustang only took me 10 or so minutes to install with the directions on their website.
I tried the H-D Badlander first....wasn't much better than the stock. I finally ended up with the Mustang Vintage set. It is very comfortable and it didn't raise me up any higher than about 1/2 inch...which was a concern because I was barely flat footing the bike. It also pushed me forward...which made the reach for the handle bars less taxing. Good thing that I have a tank bra on the bike, so my jackets don't scratch the bike up (even though I know the bra will scuff the clear coat...it is the lesser of 2 evils.) I got the 12" Vintage instead the 15" wide, so as to keep the slimmer looks of the bike. I am very happy with the seat. I got the Badlander through the dealer and the Vintage set through a retailer on eBay. (I paid $277, which included the shipping.) The Mustang only took me 10 or so minutes to install with the directions on their website.
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From: Ozark Country
RE: Seats
ORIGINAL: outdoorgirl57
I think those 2 must have killed off all the nerve endings in their butts if they think the stock block is "just fine"!
I think those 2 must have killed off all the nerve endings in their butts if they think the stock block is "just fine"!
But these 'rubber mounted' Sportsters (along with the rubber mounted Dyna's) are some of the smoothest Harley's I've ever ridden.
If you are looking for a 'cushy ride' go with the Road King.. I took mine out for a little ride yesterday and it's like riding on a couch.
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RE: Seats
My stock seat was a solo that comes with the standard sportster and it has to be the worst seat ever put on a bike. I've had stock seats on bikes back in the 70's that were like sitting on clouds comparded to that '05 solo seat off my standard no joke. 20 miles and i'am off the bike walking around. I bought corbins in the past and i always liked them so i went with the corbin classic solo with backrest. I rode from houston to mobil ala. only stopping for gas and never thought about my *** one time, comfortable all the way riding in four states in one sittting. Plus it looks good on top of the comfort. As far as where i bought it, i order most of my stuff from dennis kirk. I been buying from them for over 20 years, they always have everything in stock and ship free for anything over $100 and it's there in 4 days. Oh yea they beat anybodys price by a buck, that and having everything in stock is a big plus in my book. On another forum i've seen people order stuff like seats ect. and there backordered half the time. They end up waiting weeks and months for there orders. Plus all new corbins lock to the bike, something i like with a big bucks ignition under the seat.
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Joined: Nov 2004
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From: TEXAS!!!!
RE: Seats
If you do a search on this forum about seats you'll see lots of threads.
But, to answer your question, I love my Sundowner.
But, to answer your question, I love my Sundowner.
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Road Warrior
Joined: May 2006
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From: Payson, AZ
RE: Seats
I'm still running on my stock seat. I've gotten used to it and can handle long road trips with ease.
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RE: Seats
I went with the pillow seat #52109-04 stock seat got to me, I don't have any cushion back there. The seat looks kind of puffy on the bike 06 1200c, but it sure is comfortable on long rides. Found the seat on e-bay for about 40.00 cheaper than list (brand new) also picked up a solo seat, it pushes me to far forward I feel , thinking of selling that one. I'm about 5'9" 200