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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 01:23 PM
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I'm looking for a seat option for my 2009 ultra classic , I need to lower it with out sacrificing comfort with a more narrow front so I can place my feet on the ground , is there an inexpensive way to do this . I called mean city cycles and they said that cant lower the 2009 something about the seat pan ? any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 02:14 PM
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I have a 2009 Street Glide and I ordered a C & C that puts me one inch lower and one inch back then added a AirHawk and I'm good in the saddle all day long. Ride Safe!
 
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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 06:06 PM
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Another vote for C & C Seats .... for whatever reason I can’t upload a picture of my bike with the seat but it definitely allows you to sit lower & back off the tank
 
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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 06:29 PM
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Hey jsewell396, I have a MINT Danny Gray Solo seat that will definitely place you lower. It's a very nice leather (not vinyl) seat. Very comfortable, I'm 5'7" and this seat allows me to be full-planted on my 2013 FLTRX which has a 21" front wheel. If interested, pm me for details.
I hope this helps!
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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 08:10 PM
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I have a 2010 Ultra and needed exactly what you described. I had C&C make me a seat that sits me lower and has a tapered nose. Their seats are top quality and they have excellent customer service.
 
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Old Feb 6, 2018 | 09:12 PM
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Jsewell, are you looking for a solo or for a 2 up?? That will help with the suggestions as well.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2018 | 06:30 AM
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Try a stock Road King or Road King Classic seat from the same year as your bike. They are pretty comfy and can be had on Craigslist for $100-$150 bucks.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2018 | 12:14 PM
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I found the 09 and 10 Street Glide seats use the standard pan, while the 2011 or 2012 uses the LOW pan. says so on the bottom I found this out the hard way. I found a stock 2012 takeoff seat for $25 off craigslist. Pretty comfy for the price.
 
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had mine narrowed and lowered at mean city seats. i really like it.
 
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Old Feb 7, 2018 | 06:47 PM
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no thank you I was looking for a 2 up seat
 
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