LePera RT 66
LePera RT 66
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From: Kentucky
I have used one in the past. I liked it.
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I have an RT66 on the way. I can't tell you it's the best seat or it's better than "x-seat", but I've been very pleased working with Le Pera over the past few years on two other seats and decided to give them a shot at a new touring seat.
I currently have a recovered / re-cushioned stock Ultra Classic seat. It gets the job done, but I don't love it so I started looking at the RT66. The RT66 has a very-large driver and passenger seating area. Also, the driver seat position feels like a Street Glide rather than an Ultra - there's a bit more reach to the bars (I ride SG that pretends to be an Ultra Classic from time to time).
Before committing to a custom seat, I asked Le Pera to have a "blank" shipped to me to test under my butt and check the seat profile on my bike BEFORE ordering the custom covered seat. It is essentially the foam and seat pan without a seat cover. After seeing it on my bike I was surprised at how good it looked - much less bulky / bulbous than my current touring seat. My wife and I gave it a quick "test-fit" but did not ride for any serious length off time. I sent it right back with a big "YES - LET'S GO" and I am eagerly awaiting my custom seat to be complete.
I have a Le Pera Daytona 2-up and a Villain solo seat, both with their "biker gel" inserts. Their seats are stiffer / harder than others and they take time to break-in. That said, I've routinely had 3+ hours in the Villain and more in the Daytona so I am confident my butt will be happy in the RT66 for the longer hauls. Their quality and attention to detail has been flawless in my experience with them.
My RT66 is expected in a few weeks - happy to share pics when it arrives. Good luck with your search.
I currently have a recovered / re-cushioned stock Ultra Classic seat. It gets the job done, but I don't love it so I started looking at the RT66. The RT66 has a very-large driver and passenger seating area. Also, the driver seat position feels like a Street Glide rather than an Ultra - there's a bit more reach to the bars (I ride SG that pretends to be an Ultra Classic from time to time).
Before committing to a custom seat, I asked Le Pera to have a "blank" shipped to me to test under my butt and check the seat profile on my bike BEFORE ordering the custom covered seat. It is essentially the foam and seat pan without a seat cover. After seeing it on my bike I was surprised at how good it looked - much less bulky / bulbous than my current touring seat. My wife and I gave it a quick "test-fit" but did not ride for any serious length off time. I sent it right back with a big "YES - LET'S GO" and I am eagerly awaiting my custom seat to be complete.
I have a Le Pera Daytona 2-up and a Villain solo seat, both with their "biker gel" inserts. Their seats are stiffer / harder than others and they take time to break-in. That said, I've routinely had 3+ hours in the Villain and more in the Daytona so I am confident my butt will be happy in the RT66 for the longer hauls. Their quality and attention to detail has been flawless in my experience with them.
My RT66 is expected in a few weeks - happy to share pics when it arrives. Good luck with your search.
Last edited by Old Sport; Oct 30, 2020 at 07:27 AM.
I have an RT66 on the way. I can't tell you it's the best seat or it's better than "x-seat", but I've been very pleased working with Le Pera over the past few years on two other seats and decided to give them a shot at a new touring seat.
I currently have a recovered / re-cushioned stock Ultra Classic seat. It gets the job done, but I don't love it so I started looking at the RT66. The RT66 has a very-large driver and passenger seating area. Also, the driver seat position feels like a Street Glide rather than an Ultra - there's a bit more reach to the bars (I ride SG that pretends to be an Ultra Classic from time to time).
Before committing to a custom seat, I asked Le Pera to have a "blank" shipped to me to test under my butt and check the seat profile on my bike BEFORE ordering the custom covered seat. It is essentially the foam and seat pan without a seat cover. After seeing it on my bike I was surprised at how good it looked - much less bulky / bulbous than my current touring seat. My wife and I gave it a quick "test-fit" but did not ride for any serious length off time. I sent it right back with a big "YES - LET'S GO" and I am eagerly awaiting my custom seat to be complete.
I have a Le Pera Daytona 2-up and a Villain solo seat, both with their "biker gel" inserts. Their seats are stiffer / harder than others and they take time to break-in. That said, I've routinely had 3+ hours in the Villain and more in the Daytona so I am confident my butt will be happy in the RT66 for the longer hauls. Their quality and attention to detail has been flawless in my experience with them.
My RT66 is expected in a few weeks - happy to share pics when it arrives. Good luck with your search.
I currently have a recovered / re-cushioned stock Ultra Classic seat. It gets the job done, but I don't love it so I started looking at the RT66. The RT66 has a very-large driver and passenger seating area. Also, the driver seat position feels like a Street Glide rather than an Ultra - there's a bit more reach to the bars (I ride SG that pretends to be an Ultra Classic from time to time).
Before committing to a custom seat, I asked Le Pera to have a "blank" shipped to me to test under my butt and check the seat profile on my bike BEFORE ordering the custom covered seat. It is essentially the foam and seat pan without a seat cover. After seeing it on my bike I was surprised at how good it looked - much less bulky / bulbous than my current touring seat. My wife and I gave it a quick "test-fit" but did not ride for any serious length off time. I sent it right back with a big "YES - LET'S GO" and I am eagerly awaiting my custom seat to be complete.
I have a Le Pera Daytona 2-up and a Villain solo seat, both with their "biker gel" inserts. Their seats are stiffer / harder than others and they take time to break-in. That said, I've routinely had 3+ hours in the Villain and more in the Daytona so I am confident my butt will be happy in the RT66 for the longer hauls. Their quality and attention to detail has been flawless in my experience with them.
My RT66 is expected in a few weeks - happy to share pics when it arrives. Good luck with your search.
Limited so the Street Glide seating position might be
what I need . I had my seat redone completely maybe
35,000 miles ago & cover already wearing out . Never
been really happy with position either . I'm especially
interested in passenger comfort too . Mama don't ride
as much as she used to , but still got to keep her happy .
Tourer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 423
Likes: 241
From: Pineville, Louisiana
I have an RT66 on the way. I can't tell you it's the best seat or it's better than "x-seat", but I've been very pleased working with Le Pera over the past few years on two other seats and decided to give them a shot at a new touring seat.
I currently have a recovered / re-cushioned stock Ultra Classic seat. It gets the job done, but I don't love it so I started looking at the RT66. The RT66 has a very-large driver and passenger seating area. Also, the driver seat position feels like a Street Glide rather than an Ultra - there's a bit more reach to the bars (I ride SG that pretends to be an Ultra Classic from time to time).
Before committing to a custom seat, I asked Le Pera to have a "blank" shipped to me to test under my butt and check the seat profile on my bike BEFORE ordering the custom covered seat. It is essentially the foam and seat pan without a seat cover. After seeing it on my bike I was surprised at how good it looked - much less bulky / bulbous than my current touring seat. My wife and I gave it a quick "test-fit" but did not ride for any serious length off time. I sent it right back with a big "YES - LET'S GO" and I am eagerly awaiting my custom seat to be complete.
I have a Le Pera Daytona 2-up and a Villain solo seat, both with their "biker gel" inserts. Their seats are stiffer / harder than others and they take time to break-in. That said, I've routinely had 3+ hours in the Villain and more in the Daytona so I am confident my butt will be happy in the RT66 for the longer hauls. Their quality and attention to detail has been flawless in my experience with them.
My RT66 is expected in a few weeks - happy to share pics when it arrives. Good luck with your search.
I currently have a recovered / re-cushioned stock Ultra Classic seat. It gets the job done, but I don't love it so I started looking at the RT66. The RT66 has a very-large driver and passenger seating area. Also, the driver seat position feels like a Street Glide rather than an Ultra - there's a bit more reach to the bars (I ride SG that pretends to be an Ultra Classic from time to time).
Before committing to a custom seat, I asked Le Pera to have a "blank" shipped to me to test under my butt and check the seat profile on my bike BEFORE ordering the custom covered seat. It is essentially the foam and seat pan without a seat cover. After seeing it on my bike I was surprised at how good it looked - much less bulky / bulbous than my current touring seat. My wife and I gave it a quick "test-fit" but did not ride for any serious length off time. I sent it right back with a big "YES - LET'S GO" and I am eagerly awaiting my custom seat to be complete.
I have a Le Pera Daytona 2-up and a Villain solo seat, both with their "biker gel" inserts. Their seats are stiffer / harder than others and they take time to break-in. That said, I've routinely had 3+ hours in the Villain and more in the Daytona so I am confident my butt will be happy in the RT66 for the longer hauls. Their quality and attention to detail has been flawless in my experience with them.
My RT66 is expected in a few weeks - happy to share pics when it arrives. Good luck with your search.
I am on a Limited as well and SG seating position would have to help get me off the tank.
Are you getting the seating surface covered in leather? I would like to know how much extra that cost. I just emailed them but curious if you know
Tourer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 423
Likes: 241
From: Pineville, Louisiana
care to comment on seating position? Compared to which stock seat. What do you have now? Better or not?
Last edited by mudder; Oct 31, 2020 at 09:40 AM.
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From: Tampa Bay Area
At the end of the day, the price of the seat is nearly doubled for my design options.
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Tourer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 423
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From: Pineville, Louisiana
I, like leadman would like to hear about and see it when you get it. I need a better seating position and passenger comfort is important
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Tourer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 423
Likes: 241
From: Pineville, Louisiana
Le Pera and Dontay, who I wealth with , were very helpful
Last edited by mudder; Nov 3, 2020 at 05:06 PM.