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Old Jun 10, 2012 | 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Rotho
Yep Pics and all. Plus your pics of your new bags Smoker.

We'll do. I should have them installed some time this week.
 
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Old Jun 10, 2012 | 02:53 PM
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I've bend riding with my sundowner seat for 3 years now, it fits my butt bones perfect now. It does put you a little closer to your controls, and higher in the seat by an inch or so.
 
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Old Jun 10, 2012 | 02:53 PM
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I also have the Sundowner, its really comfy, but im looking for a more subtle low profile seat for when im just riding around town.
 
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Old Jun 10, 2012 | 04:32 PM
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You will get lots of answers and options on seats. But, to answer your original question, I have worn out a Sundowner seat. After over 70,000 miles and 15 states, it needs to be recovered or replaced. It's still comfy, just starting to crack here and there.
 
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Old Jun 10, 2012 | 05:13 PM
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The Sundowner works just fine for me. Don't have anything to compare it to though.
 
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Old Jun 10, 2012 | 07:05 PM
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wide mustang with spots

 

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Old Jun 10, 2012 | 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Hazardous Smoker
I look forward to hearing about that backrest baka. Keep us posted bro.
I will HS. Damn unexpected expenses keep popping up pushing back my purchase. lol
 
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Old Jun 10, 2012 | 07:32 PM
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I like mine a lot and so does my rider, my 18 year old grand daughter. She says it is much better than stock but she would much rather ride in my seat on her own.
 
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Thanks gents. Looked at the Mustangs...just too damn pricey. I think I'll give the Sundowner a go. Thanks again
 
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