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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 03:07 PM
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Default Need some info.....

Will a 1997-2007 Road King seat fit a 2008? I have been told that they do not but no one can tell me why.

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Can someone please confirm this info for me? Any info is greatly appreciated.

 
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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 03:14 PM
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The 08s have a six gallon gas tank so only 08 model seats will fit them.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 03:18 PM
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the seat mounting points were changed in '08 due to a redesign in the motor mounts and larger gas tank.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 03:24 PM
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So where can I find a replacement seat?
 
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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 03:37 PM
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So far I've only found the two that Harley makes and one Corbin I saw at the Galveston Rally, I gave up my old Geezer air Zep seat that didn't fit (and was told by the stealer it should) and have yet to find a comfy seat for the 08 Ultra.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 03:53 PM
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Don't know if they have it but, try the dealer. ( haven't been to the dealer in about a year. ) The sundowner is the one I have on my scoot, very comfy.
 
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Old Dec 1, 2007 | 03:54 PM
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The pre 08 seats have a tab on the front of the seat that slides into a slot on the back of the fuel tank. The 08 seats have a slot on the front of the seat that the tab that is on the back of the fuel tank slides into. I'll bet that some creative individual with a spare seat could create a stiff plastic slot in an old seat and make something work.
 
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