Saddle question
Saddle question
Hey guys,
I recently got my self a 2005 1200 XLC. she's beautiful!
Anyway, when I got her, I had to drive her back 150 miles back home and I noticed a couple things.
1. the stock headlights suck! but don't worry, I'm tossing on a pair of HID in a couple of weeks ie when I get my money back from Uncle Sam.
2. that seat sucks. maybe its me, maybe its because I had a gel seat on my '06 GSXR 750, or maybe the stock saddle actually does suck!
So I was wondering what's everyone's favorite seat and what kind of riding do you do as well?
I do a lot of canyon riding and highway miles getting out to the canyons. I'd like something a little bit more soft and more forgiving when I hit bumps on the road with the possibilities of going 2 up or solo. I like the stock seat height in case anyone is wondering. oh yea, I prefer no tassels or bead on the seat. I apologize a head of time in case anybody is offended by that request.
ciao!
I recently got my self a 2005 1200 XLC. she's beautiful!
Anyway, when I got her, I had to drive her back 150 miles back home and I noticed a couple things.
1. the stock headlights suck! but don't worry, I'm tossing on a pair of HID in a couple of weeks ie when I get my money back from Uncle Sam.
2. that seat sucks. maybe its me, maybe its because I had a gel seat on my '06 GSXR 750, or maybe the stock saddle actually does suck!
So I was wondering what's everyone's favorite seat and what kind of riding do you do as well?
I do a lot of canyon riding and highway miles getting out to the canyons. I'd like something a little bit more soft and more forgiving when I hit bumps on the road with the possibilities of going 2 up or solo. I like the stock seat height in case anyone is wondering. oh yea, I prefer no tassels or bead on the seat. I apologize a head of time in case anybody is offended by that request.
ciao!
Road Captain
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 557
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From: Colorado
My favorite seat is the HD Sundowner. I put it on when I bought the bike and I rode it out to CA. A year later I did a saddle sore 1000 on it. I try to get in a couple of long trips a year (1000+) miles. The Sundowner is very comfortable. It's as good or better than the Corbin I had on my BMW.
Check the bottom if you get one. Mine had a staple that scratched the paint on the fender.
Check the bottom if you get one. Mine had a staple that scratched the paint on the fender.
The stock headlight is not bad it's the adjustment that sucks. You can tilt the headlight up and it will be much better.
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 731
Likes: 7
From: Windsor Ontario
+1 on the Mustang seat. I've got a two up Vintage Wide Touring, with tassles studs and edge stitching, but you can order plain if that's your preference.You can also order a solo version, add a pillion after, and backrests for both people, but that will cost you almost double what the one piece two-up version does, like the one I have. Some people don't like the extra wide look, but my butt smiles any time I look at that comfy couch! It is by far the best investment I have made for long distance riding... the stock seat would have me pulling over every 1-2 hrs with a sore butt, the Mustang is all-day riding pleasure. I've also recently added RK shocks and looking forward to some long-distance cruising enjoyment this season. Enjoy your '05... they really are the best year for Sportys 
Thanks John_K! I'll keep that in mind.
VirgeB thanks! I'll mess around with it next weekend as I don't have time to fiddle with it this weekend.
IBGary thanks! I'll check it out as for there's lots of saddles to choose from, I wish there was a better way to compare them.
VirgeB thanks! I'll mess around with it next weekend as I don't have time to fiddle with it this weekend.
IBGary thanks! I'll check it out as for there's lots of saddles to choose from, I wish there was a better way to compare them.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,260
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From: Batesville Ga
The one thing I've learned over my years of riding is that everyone's butt is unique. Hated the stock seat I had on an old Honda 750 - had a buddy who put 80k on the same bike and loved the stocker. Heard raves about the touring reach seat when I had my 04 FLHT (I'm inseam-challenged). Got one and took it off after two 100 mile test rides. (Did the second just to be fair). Added a backrest to the stocker on my 09 FLHTC and love it.
I've got three seats for my SB - stock solo, stock two-up, C&C custom. C&C looks great but doesn't grab my butt and I tend to sit up on the back part - not at all good for twisties. Solo holds me much better for aggressive riding but my butt gets sore quickly. Two up is a great all around compromise.
Only have about 600 miles on my 08 XL1200L with stock two up seat. It's okay, not perfect. I'd like a solo but it appears the only HD version for my bike is the Reach and I don't want/need that.
Bottom line - if there's any way you can try before you buy do it.
I've got three seats for my SB - stock solo, stock two-up, C&C custom. C&C looks great but doesn't grab my butt and I tend to sit up on the back part - not at all good for twisties. Solo holds me much better for aggressive riding but my butt gets sore quickly. Two up is a great all around compromise.
Only have about 600 miles on my 08 XL1200L with stock two up seat. It's okay, not perfect. I'd like a solo but it appears the only HD version for my bike is the Reach and I don't want/need that.
Bottom line - if there's any way you can try before you buy do it.
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