Solo Seat
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 341
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From: Ponchatoula, Louisiana
RE: Solo Seat
I'm a big Corbin fan, have run Corbin on just about every bike I've ever owned. I put the Corbin close solo on my 06 SG and sold it after a few months went back to the original Corbin solo. I hated the close solo it rode almost as bad as the stock seat.
Do your self a favor get the original Corbin solo and change the bars for better reach.
Do your self a favor get the original Corbin solo and change the bars for better reach.
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 239
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From: Tampa Bay area, FL
RE: Solo Seat
I had a Mustang Solo on my Sporster and didn't like how far forward it moved me. Put a Corbin Solo on the RKC and love it, moved me back just enough and after letting the leather break in it is very, very comfortable. Even as it was breaking in it was never uncomfortable the ride just got better with time on the leather.
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,479
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From: SoCal
RE: Solo Seat
Another vote for the Mustang Classic Solo! It takes a few miles to get used to any seat change, and after a few hundred I'm glad I changed over. Luckily, I was able to purchase a USED but excellent seat/backrest/passenger seat combo for a third of new - not that I had the $$$ to buy new anyway. Good grief!
2001 Red FLHRI with the FLAWLESS Magnetti-marelli fuel injection system
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Hooker slip-ons
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2001 Red FLHRI with the FLAWLESS Magnetti-marelli fuel injection system
95" / SE203
Pingel Disc / Dunlop II MU85B16
Hooker slip-ons
ThunderPager Alarm
Premium Oil Cooler
Detachable rack mounts
Wild Ones 16" Apehangers
Urethane handlebar bushings
Chrome Inner Primary
25,000 miles
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 112
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From:
RE: Solo Seat
I have a Corbin Stinger on my RoadGlide. Once it broke my butt in I love it. I think it looks cool too
ORIGINAL: 6speed
Anyone have an opinion on a Sundowner Solo as compared to a Corbin Close Solo for a RK ?
Anyone have an opinion on a Sundowner Solo as compared to a Corbin Close Solo for a RK ?
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 1,352
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From: Keene, CA
RE: Solo Seat
Corbin is terrific - IF IT FITS. I'm headed to Hollister in January to have them build new seats for our new rides. We've had Corbins on every Harley we've owned, and each one was built to fit us. As hard as their seat is, I can imagine how uncomfortable they would be if they didn't fit.
That same hardness is the reason they are so good. They distribute your weight over a larger area, and don't let you settle onto the seat pan. Soft seats are great for short periods, but if you are a large person (I'm 275+) they compress and soon my hip bones are carrying my weight. My wife has low back issues, so a proper fit on the seat is important, as is the backrest.
Corbin will custom build the seat at regular price. They will build up the seat and mount it on your bike uncovered, then send you out for a test ride. They will modify it until you are happy with the fit, then they cover it. It's an all-day process, but they feed you for free at their restaurant. Are they expensive? Yes. Are they worth it? Depends - if you only bar-hop, probably not. If you enjoy 300 miles a day on vacation, yes.
The key is they have to fit. If you've ever had shoes that didn't fit - a seat that doesn't fit is worse.
That same hardness is the reason they are so good. They distribute your weight over a larger area, and don't let you settle onto the seat pan. Soft seats are great for short periods, but if you are a large person (I'm 275+) they compress and soon my hip bones are carrying my weight. My wife has low back issues, so a proper fit on the seat is important, as is the backrest.
Corbin will custom build the seat at regular price. They will build up the seat and mount it on your bike uncovered, then send you out for a test ride. They will modify it until you are happy with the fit, then they cover it. It's an all-day process, but they feed you for free at their restaurant. Are they expensive? Yes. Are they worth it? Depends - if you only bar-hop, probably not. If you enjoy 300 miles a day on vacation, yes.
The key is they have to fit. If you've ever had shoes that didn't fit - a seat that doesn't fit is worse.
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2006
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RE: Solo Seat
ORIGINAL: Teachu2
Corbin is terrific - IF IT FITS. I'm headed to Hollister in January to have them build new seats for our new rides. We've had Corbins on every Harley we've owned, and each one was built to fit us. As hard as their seat is, I can imagine how uncomfortable they would be if they didn't fit.
That same hardness is the reason they are so good. They distribute your weight over a larger area, and don't let you settle onto the seat pan. Soft seats are great for short periods, but if you are a large person (I'm 275+) they compress and soon my hip bones are carrying my weight. My wife has low back issues, so a proper fit on the seat is important, as is the backrest.
Corbin will custom build the seat at regular price. They will build up the seat and mount it on your bike uncovered, then send you out for a test ride. They will modify it until you are happy with the fit, then they cover it. It's an all-day process, but they feed you for free at their restaurant. Are they expensive? Yes. Are they worth it? Depends - if you only bar-hop, probably not. If you enjoy 300 miles a day on vacation, yes.
The key is they have to fit. If you've ever had shoes that didn't fit - a seat that doesn't fit is worse.
Corbin is terrific - IF IT FITS. I'm headed to Hollister in January to have them build new seats for our new rides. We've had Corbins on every Harley we've owned, and each one was built to fit us. As hard as their seat is, I can imagine how uncomfortable they would be if they didn't fit.
That same hardness is the reason they are so good. They distribute your weight over a larger area, and don't let you settle onto the seat pan. Soft seats are great for short periods, but if you are a large person (I'm 275+) they compress and soon my hip bones are carrying my weight. My wife has low back issues, so a proper fit on the seat is important, as is the backrest.
Corbin will custom build the seat at regular price. They will build up the seat and mount it on your bike uncovered, then send you out for a test ride. They will modify it until you are happy with the fit, then they cover it. It's an all-day process, but they feed you for free at their restaurant. Are they expensive? Yes. Are they worth it? Depends - if you only bar-hop, probably not. If you enjoy 300 miles a day on vacation, yes.
The key is they have to fit. If you've ever had shoes that didn't fit - a seat that doesn't fit is worse.
Well said
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Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Baton Rouge, LA
RE: Solo Seat
I just bought a new SG two weeks ago today and the issue of what seat to buy was paramount, as I knew immediately the stock seat would not be sufficient for serious touring. My options in a solo seat were Corbin, which I have used for the last 10 years; Mustang, based on many good reports from owners; and Sundowner. Sundowner was immediately eliminated from the mix because a backrest was not available for the solo, and Corbin because of the very high price. I received my Mustang today (#79100) and after taking a short 20-mile test ride I can say that I'm impressed. It'll take a long ride to reveal whether or not it will work for me, but I'm optimistic. I really like the backrest that can be adjusted while riding.
I used a Corbin Classic Solo on my '96 RK for about two years, then bought the Close version after I found the first seat moved me back further than the stock seat, a bit too far for a comfortable position on the handlebars and highway pegs. The Close version was perfect, and although hard allowed me to ride for hours without discomfort. Don't be fooled by an initial sensation that the seat feels like a board, because it will "break in" to your butt shape and will be quite comfortable. My only reason for moving away from Corbin was the cost. The Mustang was $410 shipped, and a Corbin Solo with backrest would've cost over 50% more.
