used Corbin Seats
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 1,268
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From: Detroit, the asshole of America
I bought a Corbin for my old Hayabusa used, rode with it for a couple thousand miles and loved it after the initial acclimation period. Took me about a week to get used to the firmness. Rode it on an 800 mile weekend trip once, and my butt was the only thing that didn't hurt when we got back!
I just bought a used Classic Solo, touring pilion, and backrest for my RKC off ebay, from 2 different sellers. Again, paid about half over new, and the seats look to be in absolutely perfect condition. The weather is still terrible here so I've only ridden the bike around the block with it on, but it feels noticeably better than both the police seat and stock RKC seat I'd previously had on the bike.
I wouldn't hesitate to buy a used Corbin at all. Worst case if you're still really worried, make sure the guy you're buying the seat from weighs less than you.
I just bought a used Classic Solo, touring pilion, and backrest for my RKC off ebay, from 2 different sellers. Again, paid about half over new, and the seats look to be in absolutely perfect condition. The weather is still terrible here so I've only ridden the bike around the block with it on, but it feels noticeably better than both the police seat and stock RKC seat I'd previously had on the bike.
I wouldn't hesitate to buy a used Corbin at all. Worst case if you're still really worried, make sure the guy you're buying the seat from weighs less than you.
Road Master
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 795
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From: Richmond, VA
I have a dual touring seat for sale because I bought a solo with a pillon. Bought both of them used and both of them made my *** sore for 500 miles and then after that I forgot about them. It magically became comfortable. I paid about half price for both seats. Any way my rk dual touring is up for grabs. If you would like pics, pm me.
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 189
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From: Indiana
I am contemplating buying a used Corbin, Do these seats break and fit just one butt, or are they good to go even if they are used? Even used these are expensive, and I don't want to spend this kind of cash if I'm not going to get comfort.
I am looking at both the classic solo with the touring pillion pad and the dual tour.
Thsnks
I am looking at both the classic solo with the touring pillion pad and the dual tour.
Thsnks
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Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Roswell, GA
I bought a new Corbin Classic solo about 5K miles ago and it felt the same the first time I sat on it as it did a few days later after I did a 400 mile ride in a day--great seat IMO.
I later purchased a used Classic solo from a buddy because it had a V-rail and backrest with it. Road it a couple of days and couldn't tell any difference between my new seat and the 5 year old seat that had seen many miles. I sold the used seat, V-rail (didn't care for the look on my bike) and backrest. The new purchaser was very happy with his "new" seat, etc.
Personally, I don't think the seat breaks-in; the rider's butt does if it's been accustomed to the typically soft HD OEM seats.
Carl
I later purchased a used Classic solo from a buddy because it had a V-rail and backrest with it. Road it a couple of days and couldn't tell any difference between my new seat and the 5 year old seat that had seen many miles. I sold the used seat, V-rail (didn't care for the look on my bike) and backrest. The new purchaser was very happy with his "new" seat, etc.
Personally, I don't think the seat breaks-in; the rider's butt does if it's been accustomed to the typically soft HD OEM seats.
Carl
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2010
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From: Central Ohio
mikebaby
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Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 2,027
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From: Eastern NE
I guess it kinda depends on whether you're looking for looks or comfort. Overall, comfort wise, the Classic Solo was somewhat better on longer rides though I did do 500+ miles days with both and no problem.
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 509
Likes: 21
From: L.I. New York
Got the solo claasic w/backrest last November for my 06'RKC.Been on it around town and so far so good.Real test will be a long trip.I have faith that it will be my best seat yet.
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