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Old Dec 6, 2009 | 08:25 AM
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have a 2009 road king classic and short legs. which seat sits lower in the saddle, the sundowner or the reach. thanks
 
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Old Dec 6, 2009 | 08:37 AM
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If you go to the HD web site there is a link for proper fit with 3 very different sized individuals. Click on the buttons to see what would suit you best. One is of a girl, 5' 1" set up for a RK. She is married but pretty cute!!!!
 
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tried that but can't find it
 
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The reach seat will probably set you lower. I have a 30" inseam and I'm good with the Sundowner. You may also want to consider the low profile shock kits
 
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A Mustang solo with passenger pillion will sit you pretty low. At least two inches lower then stock.
 
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Originally Posted by harley2
have a 2009 road king classic and short legs. which seat sits lower in the saddle, the sundowner or the reach. thanks
I don't know about the sundowner but the reach seat will lower AND move you forward. I tried a reach seat but I did not like moving forward. I ended up cutting some foam from my existing seat and is working pretty well. If you like the seat you might consider modifying what you have. Just a thought.
 
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30" inseam and ride a road glide. Got a reach seat.... the difference from the stock seat was night and day.
 
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