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[pj57]

After a long layoff to deal with some health issues, I think I'm ready take the plunge again and straddle a new bike. My favorite is the new FLTRUSE. Was a bit disappointed when I hopped on I couldn't  plant my feet solidly on the ground. Looks like the seat height is a few inches taller than my '11 FLTRUSE. I'm about average height at 5'11". Anyone else have this issue? Remedy? Thanks, PJ

[GregKhougaz]

PJ,   You're probably about the same height as I.  My feet are flat on the floor on both on my '15 FLTRUSE and the '16s that I have tried.   The important measurement, however, for this question is your inseam.  Mine in jeans is 34".  32" in dress pants.  My '15 felt tall the first time I sat on it but I quickly got used to it.  I came off of a SERG3 with a Corbin seat.  It was much lower.  The' 16 HD dimensions are shown below. 

I think you will see the seat and shocks settle a bit after the bike has been ridden.  The next simplest and cheapest remedy is boots with a thicker sole / higher heel.  The bike is so comfortable, I wouldn't advise much beyond that.  If you must, you can lower the suspension and/or the seat.  There are many threads here on both of those issues for various bikes.  Good luck. 

[grc]

Several people have mentioned that the late model seats are thicker.  They are also more comfortable.  As has been the case for a long time, there will be a tradeoff involved if you feel the need to modify anything on the bike.  Lower the suspension and you will alter ground clearance and ride quality.  Change to a lower and narrower seat and you will almost always give up a bit of comfort on longer rides.  The best bet is the one Greg mentioned, better riding boots with thick high traction soles and heels.

JMHO - Jerry

[jmanderson6]

im 6'3 with a 32inch inseam and still found it difficult on occasion to plant my feet solid on the ground. my solution was i put the street glide cvo seat on my bike. when i go riding for more than 200 miles i put my old seat back on.

[Rooster]

Well I'm 5'6" and when they added the Hammock Seat my toes don't even touch the ground and I'm not wearing Gene Simmons boots so I can 

[FLSTFI Dave]

A CVO Street Glide seat will will put you about two inches closer to the ground, so will a corbin solo or Danny gray.

The Hammock seat is very thick.  I run a corbin, not because of inseam issues, but due to I like it better.  It puts me lots closer to the ground.

[remraf]

Hey PJ, I am new here but there is a business where I live that will take your seat and trim it out and reupholster it for a very fair price.  A ton of people I know use them around here. You might see if there is anyone in your area that does the same thing.