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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 11:16 AM
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I am thinking about a custom seat for my 12 FLHX. Looking for some feedback on Harley's custom seat program from those who have used it. How was the quality, fit and finish? Comfort? Did the seat meet your expectations? Which pattern, colors, etc. did you go with? Any other relevant info? Also, please post a pic. Thanks in advance.

BTW, I am thinking about the Sidekick 2-up seat.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 12:15 PM
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I can't speak to Harley's custom seats but I have bought Mustang seats and added gel packs to soften up spots to meet my needs.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 01:40 PM
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I have not used it but it sounds interesting. I just ordered a C&C seat based on the great reviews on this forum. Good luck.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 01:52 PM
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I'm not sure what you mean by "Harley's custom seat program", unless you are referring to the dealerships that have demo seats for riders to use for a week or so to see if they like the seat before buying. As for all your other questions, my opinion is irrelevant as it will be my own and different from yours. I will tell you this, there is no way I would have dropped the coin I dropped on my Road Zeppelin seat if I would not have used it for a week first.

Just ask your local dealer if they have demo seats. Mine has a whole row hanging on the wall.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 01:56 PM
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Two inches make a world of difference.Still looking for tall boy seat.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 01:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark_H
I'm not sure what you mean by "Harley's custom seat program", unless you are referring to the dealerships that have demo seats for riders to use for a week or so to see if they like the seat before buying. As for all your other questions, my opinion is irrelevant as it will be my own and different from yours. I will tell you this, there is no way I would have dropped the coin I dropped on my Road Zeppelin seat if I would not have used it for a week first.

Just ask your local dealer if they have demo seats. Mine has a whole row hanging on the wall.

He is talking abou this
http://www.harley-davidson.com/wcm/C...&swfinlaycolor=


I have seen a few,they look ok. Keep in mind the seats are only available in leather. The stitching and the patterns look pretty good,but IMHO C&C does better looking stitching,and they are cheaper.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 02:10 PM
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Mine is awesome, got the brawler. Pic is on my profile.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 07:26 PM
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Thanks for the feedback. The Brawler does look bad @ss. I am real close to taking the dive and ordering the Sidekick with one of the designs. I would really like to see one on a bike and get some more feedback. Anyone else?
 
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The one I saw was the sidekick and it looked really nice. The passenger area is pretty small with little padding.
 
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Old Aug 21, 2012 | 01:12 AM
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I can't figure out why the custom seat program doesn't include the one bike that really needs a replacement seat (Softail Deluxe). SJ Ron
 
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