Zepplin seat problems?
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 436
Likes: 3
Zepplin seat problems?
Im looking at buying a Zepplin seat from a local guy in town. He said it worked fine for 3k miles, and he hated it the entire time. It quit working on his last trip, and he finally said screw it and bought a different seat. He said he called the dealer, and they didnt seem concerned like it was a common problem and easy fix. Has anyone else had this problem or heard of it? The pump doesnt work at all he said. Just kind of wondering if it might be an easy fix for a poor do-it-yourselfer like myself. Thanks in advance.
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,183
Likes: 0
From: Burbank, CA
RE: Zepplin seat problems?
I've only heard of bladders going bad personally. Have had two riding buddies in my chapter complain about it.
I've read that some have had problems (in this forum) with the compressor, one that sticks in my head had the compressor constantly running.
personally I'm ready to ditch my 2 months old road Zeppelin seat myself. The wife just can't stand it.
I've read that some have had problems (in this forum) with the compressor, one that sticks in my head had the compressor constantly running.
personally I'm ready to ditch my 2 months old road Zeppelin seat myself. The wife just can't stand it.
Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 1,867
Likes: 0
From: Severna Park, Maryland 21146
RE: Zepplin seat problems?
Quess it's like everything else, some like and some dislike. We've had ours on for over twenty five thousand miles and if something happened to it, we would fix it or get another.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 1,697
Likes: 0
From: Indiana
RE: Zepplin seat problems?
Mine is a little over a year old. Been back to the factory twice. First time one of the baldders didn't work. But this time the pump kept running because I think it has a burst bladder.
I haven't got it back yet. I love the seat I am 6'1 " 350 lb lard ***. My wife likes it also. It is great for long trips. We did 1800 miles in a week and when I needed too I could adjust it a little and it really makes a difference. I would buy one again. Mine is leather. It does raise you up at least on inch if you adjust it right. Buy it and send it back it can't cost too much to fix. When mine goes out of warranty I will look at it my self. I may have filled it too much.
I haven't got it back yet. I love the seat I am 6'1 " 350 lb lard ***. My wife likes it also. It is great for long trips. We did 1800 miles in a week and when I needed too I could adjust it a little and it really makes a difference. I would buy one again. Mine is leather. It does raise you up at least on inch if you adjust it right. Buy it and send it back it can't cost too much to fix. When mine goes out of warranty I will look at it my self. I may have filled it too much.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 2,378
Likes: 1
From: Boise, Idaho
Trending Topics
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 6,336
Likes: 67
From: SW Minnesota
RE: Zepplin seat problems?
Don't leave your bike sit in the sun, if you have the seat pumped up. It will swell up like a balloon, and you'll feel like a buffoon.
Been there, done that. Luckily, it didn't blow the bladder, but it sure stretched the hell out of the cover.
Been there, done that. Luckily, it didn't blow the bladder, but it sure stretched the hell out of the cover.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
