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Custom Vehicle Discussions => CVO™ Road Glide Custom® => Topic started by: SDCVO on April 14, 2012, 09:42:19 PM

Title: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on April 14, 2012, 09:42:19 PM
Just bought a Maple RG that will be here by the end of the month after having the dealer install some Fat Cats and Super Tuner (hopefully...). I have always had a backrest so I am looking for a solo with a backrest that looks good/feels good. I am a big boy (6.3  280lbs) so it cant be "just pretty"... I currently have a Corbin covered with Ostrich/ Alligator on my ST. I am looking for exotic to enhance the look without getting too gaudy. It seems like I am between Le Pera and C and C custom seats. Looking for some help/advice. Thanks for letting in on this forum, very cool!!!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Fired00d on April 14, 2012, 09:51:55 PM
perlinal,
Since your post is requesting some technical assistance I moved it to the model specific board so you may get the answers you are looking for. If you want to start another thread in the New Member Introduction board and introduce yourself feel free to do so.

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
 
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Fire-Medic on April 16, 2012, 09:28:35 AM
Well, I actually just logged on to start a thread on the same thing (new seat), so I will be following this thread. Put 430 miles in yesterday and my tailbone and back are killing me.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on April 17, 2012, 01:01:50 AM
I just ordered a Danny Grey Air-hawk solo seat today (should be insanely comfortable). Working with the artist to make it a 1-off to match the Doberman. Got the idea from reading this forum and seeing how happy people were with the Danny Grey. I almost ordered the Le Pera until i read the posts. I will post some pics and reviews when I get it.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Fire-Medic on April 17, 2012, 05:56:44 PM
I just ordered a Danny Grey Air-hawk solo seat today (should be insanely comfortable). Working with the artist to make it a 1-off to match the Doberman. Got the idea from reading this forum and seeing how happy people were with the Danny Grey. I almost ordered the Le Pera until i read the posts. I will post some pics and reviews when I get it.

Please send me a message with the details I am looking to do the same for my skunk, I want a one off to match the bike too, not liking the look of the Mustang solo on the bike that I saw on a Blue/Black CVO......
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on April 17, 2012, 10:59:34 PM
 Went up to their factory today (Santa Ana,CA) and saw their work. Amazing! They had me sit on a Road Glide and build the seat to my body and riding position. They also are the source of the "Harley Custom Seat Program" as well as all Orange County Chopper bikes. I got the "Big Seat" solo with matching passenger pillion, backrest and sissy bar pad (removable). The artist is doing some drawings for me based on the bike and then we will come up with a design that will hopefully be amazing. Great experience so far... The person who helped me is Sherry Clark at 888-443-2669.she was awesome!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Frankcsal on April 25, 2012, 12:13:11 PM
I just ordered the new Lepera Continental/Backrest seat for my Skunk. 
The seat is 17" wide for the rider and 16" for passenger.
I bought it for the wife when touring and long trips.
I always used Corbin's in the past. 
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Barmats on April 27, 2012, 12:19:48 PM
Just picked up my 2012 SERGC (skunk) yesterday and have put about 50 miles on it so far. The stock seat looks good and is fairly comfortable, but I'm used to a backrest and really miss it. I love the look of the Corbin seats, but am worried about some reports of it being on the hard side. I'd love to see the Danny Gray seat - please post pics when you get it!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Fire-Medic on April 27, 2012, 10:14:49 PM
My Corbin came in yesterday, I like the comfort but it moved me forward and up and that I did not like. Will be putting some good miles on this weekend, but I don't think I will be able to love with the position of it, the position of the stock solo is perfect for me, but no backrest use with the stocker, and it's useless for long days in the saddle.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on April 28, 2012, 03:24:46 AM
This is the artist drawing for the Danny Grey. Middle brown is Ostrich, Darker brown next to it is Bison and rest is distressed brown leather.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on April 28, 2012, 03:26:09 AM
With passenger pillion... should be done in couple of weeks (if materials available). I will post when done.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Fire-Medic on April 28, 2012, 02:54:59 PM
This is the artist drawing for the Danny Grey. Middle brown is Ostrich, Darker brown next to it is Bison and rest is distressed brown leather.

That looks fantastic man.....congrats
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on May 21, 2012, 06:10:50 PM
Seat finally on the bike. 99% I only use solo but looks good 2 up also...
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on May 21, 2012, 06:13:33 PM
Solo with backrest. most comfortable seat I have ever sat on...
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on May 21, 2012, 06:15:02 PM
Took me forever to even get it posted, sorry about the upside down deal... I am definately a newbie to all this!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Mrs Rooster on May 21, 2012, 06:36:41 PM
 Your new seat looks real nice  :2vrolijk_21

Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on May 21, 2012, 06:52:35 PM
Thank you, bike came from Bend OR.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Mr. Warlock on May 30, 2012, 12:14:49 PM
Fixed em up fer ya. Man this would look awesome on my Maple Convertible!! :2vrolijk_21:

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/Rammurr/seatdouble-1.jpg)
(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/Rammurr/seat1up.jpg)
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Midnight Rider on May 30, 2012, 02:04:46 PM
Very nice!  Does this seat have the Air Hawk built in?
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: LovemyCVOgirl on May 30, 2012, 02:44:42 PM
This is the artist drawing for the Danny Grey. Middle brown is Ostrich, Darker brown next to it is Bison and rest is distressed brown leather.





That is going to be friggin awesome when finished  :2vrolijk_21:  Please post pictures when you get it back.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: LovemyCVOgirl on May 30, 2012, 02:50:35 PM




That is going to be friggin awesome when finished  :2vrolijk_21:  Please post pictures when you get it back.


 :sleeping:  I must have been sleeping cause I just saw the picture of your seat and it is awesome.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on May 30, 2012, 04:04:14 PM
It does have the Air Hawk built in. Need it for my big bu---!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: 09nessrg on May 30, 2012, 04:19:02 PM
Beautiful Seat! Any problems mounting with the fender strips? Does the seat move you forward?
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on May 30, 2012, 04:33:16 PM
No problems with the strips. dont really feel any more forward...
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Glide1 on May 31, 2012, 06:42:10 PM
Yes, I agree the seat looks great, and the bike isn't bad either, but I could be a little partial. You mentioned that the fender strips did not interfere with the rear pillion, do you know if the factory backrest would be usable? You have the back rest on the rear seat and was curious if that was the only option. I talked with Sherry today about ordering my own and told her your posts were very helpful and the seat looked great......
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on May 31, 2012, 11:11:56 PM
I have the detachable sissy bar with a the matching pad on it that they made to match the rest
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on May 31, 2012, 11:13:44 PM
Sherry was awesome by the way, great customer service!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Glide1 on June 01, 2012, 11:29:52 AM
Thanks for the info, I sent Sherry my wish list last night for quote. Glad I can use the factory back rest and pad for now with the AirHawk. Maybe then I can rest my wallet for a bit, is that possible, ride safe!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on June 03, 2012, 10:57:32 PM
That work out for you? I rode for about 200 miles today with no "butt" issues. That's a record for me....
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: flroadglide on June 08, 2012, 05:06:06 PM
Purchased my 'skunk' two weeks ago, trying to decide on tru-duals vs. slip ons and a race tuner..... can anyone off any suggetions.... I would like to either use the black tips that came on the bike or purchase new ones... thanks,
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Midnight Rider on June 08, 2012, 05:16:11 PM
Purchased my 'skunk' two weeks ago, trying to decide on tru-duals vs. slip ons and a race tuner..... can anyone off any suggetions.... I would like to either use the black tips that came on the bike or purchase new ones... thanks,

Fullsac Stage I header and cores, plus TTS tuner and canned map.  $1100 if you do the work.  Best bang for the buck out there, period.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: 2timen on June 16, 2012, 07:14:54 PM
I really like the stock seat on my skunk. The only thing that I missed was a back rest. I went to my local ulpolstery shop and he made me a removable back rest. Then I had him restich the passenger pillon and passenger back rest to match the stock riders seat. I am very pleased with the results and the price.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: LovemyCVOgirl on June 16, 2012, 07:23:25 PM
I really like the stock seat on my skunk. The only thing that I missed was a back rest. I went to my local ulpolstery shop and he made me a removable back rest. Then I had him restich the passenger pillon and passenger back rest to match the stock riders seat. I am very pleased with the results and the price.

Now that is a great idea  :znotworthy: :idea3:
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: UK1 on June 16, 2012, 09:41:27 PM
I really like the stock seat on my skunk. The only thing that I missed was a back rest. I went to my local ulpolstery shop and he made me a removable back rest. Then I had him restich the passenger pillon and passenger back rest to match the stock riders seat. I am very pleased with the results and the price.
That is exactly what I want. How is the drivers backrest attached? Pictures?
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: 2timen on June 16, 2012, 09:52:29 PM
He uses the same set up as Cobin. He has to attach a braket that he makes to the stock seat pan then makes the back rest and uses the square stock like Corbin. It has the same type of adjustment and is removeable. He can reuploster the seat with what ever you want or modify the stock cover. He then modified the pillon to work with the back rest. I can go solo or two up just like before. It's very clean and affordable. It takes him about 3-4 days to do this.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: SDCVO on June 16, 2012, 10:39:36 PM
Looks great!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: 09nessrg on June 17, 2012, 07:57:56 AM
Fantastic! Can you send his contact information?
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: 2timen on June 17, 2012, 09:27:47 AM
Seth at
Auto Originals
105 S. Vine Ave
Farmington NM 87401
(505) 327-1078

Thats all I have for now. I have his card at home, but I'm at work. Won't get home for another week.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: YELLOWBIRD on June 17, 2012, 09:13:14 PM
 Seat looks great! That's the way it should of came from the factory.


Ride Safe,

YELLOWBIRD
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: tcb62 on August 03, 2012, 08:26:53 PM
I just ordered the new Lepera Continental/Backrest seat for my Skunk. 
The seat is 17" wide for the rider and 16" for passenger.
I bought it for the wife when touring and long trips.
I always used Corbin's in the past. 

How do you like your LePera Continental??
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Bowman1836 on August 03, 2012, 09:14:49 PM
Man I wish that color came on the street glide. That is one freakin awesome color.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: wachuko on August 14, 2012, 09:58:57 PM
I really like the stock seat on my skunk. The only thing that I missed was a back rest. I went to my local ulpolstery shop and he made me a removable back rest. Then I had him restich the passenger pillon and passenger back rest to match the stock riders seat. I am very pleased with the results and the price.

Please, more/better/larger photos.  Can you take one of just the backrest out? Seat mod?  I love my stock seat but would love to have a backrest like that!!!  :2vrolijk_21:  That is amazing... hope it is OK for you to share.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: bane1240 on August 18, 2012, 09:46:32 AM
I really like the stock seat on my skunk. The only thing that I missed was a back rest. I went to my local ulpolstery shop and he made me a removable back rest. Then I had him restich the passenger pillon and passenger back rest to match the stock riders seat. I am very pleased with the results and the price.

Awesome!

 :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: 2timen on August 19, 2012, 01:29:29 PM
Hope this helps anwser your questions.
The set up is just like Corbin. He has to shorten the passenger pillon some to make room for the back rest.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: 2timen on August 19, 2012, 01:30:48 PM
Heres another shot.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: wachuko on August 19, 2012, 07:42:21 PM
Hope this helps anwser your questions.
The set up is just like Corbin. He has to shorten the passenger pillon some to make room for the back rest.

Thank you!!!  :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:  Out looking for a local shop that can do the same for mine. I miss the backrest!
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: shadow1 on August 21, 2012, 07:53:20 AM
How has the seat felt since you have had it for a while? And how is it on long rides? Oh and that really does look good with the maple. Shadow1
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Crusty on August 26, 2012, 05:15:50 AM
Seat finally on the bike. 99% I only use solo but looks good 2 up also...

Very nice job! Mind sharing what it set you bacK? I've got too many seats and as always seems to be the case, I should have just done it right the first time instead of trying out a bunch of cheaper options. I've got a HD Brawler solo (good for nothing more than bar hopping), a Corbin Classic Solo w/pillion pad (OK, but still wears my ass out after a few hours), and a Corbin dual touring (comfortable, but ugly as hell!).

Would love to get to CA, get one fitted and customized and be happy with the look and feel.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Cvostu on August 26, 2012, 09:20:58 AM
One more question for 2timin,,,,     Is the backrest adjustable.  Can it be raised up or down and is the angle adjustable also?   Looks great tho... :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: Mr D on August 26, 2012, 10:39:44 AM
One more question for 2timin,,,,     Is the backrest adjustable.  Can it be raised up or down and is the angle not adjustable also?   Looks great tho... :2vrolijk_21:

X2
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: 2timen on August 27, 2012, 08:30:00 PM
Yes it has alittle adjustment just like the Cobin set up. It has an extra nut welded on the stock so that you can set the hieght if you want, just like the Corbin. Check out the Corbin seat (they are everywhere and very good) And you can see the set up.
Title: Re: New CVO RG, need new seat...
Post by: FLSTFI Dave on October 28, 2012, 08:44:19 AM
Is it possible to adjust the back rest forward or aft any?

Thanks