Topic: New seat for FLHXSE3 (Read 15725 times)

Bigtow · « **on:** April 08, 2012, 08:25:19 PM »

Didn’t want to change the original seat, but I can’t take the pain any more. Just looking for any ideas, pictures, or popular brands. Thanks

Vyscera · « **Reply #1 on:** April 08, 2012, 08:58:17 PM »

lepera maverick, long legs version. Much better for both riders.

Cvostu · « **Reply #2 on:** April 08, 2012, 09:00:55 PM »

Change the stock seat out. It plain just sucks. Looks good, but that's all. No back rest, no support. The day I bought my bike, I bought a mustang seat with a backrest. Its a 2 piece. So I can ride in a solo position. Get that stock
seat of of there. Your back and butt will thank you.

Bigtow · « **Reply #3 on:** April 08, 2012, 09:30:41 PM »

Quote from: Vyscera on April 08, 2012, 08:58:17 PM

lepera maverick, long legs version. Much better for both riders.

Looks good, did you need to change anything? What about the rubber strips can they stay ?

stevehd · « **Reply #4 on:** April 08, 2012, 09:35:56 PM »

I have the Mustang Vintage Solo with driver backrest for solo rider and a Sundowner that I will use for two up.

Skillet · « **Reply #5 on:** April 08, 2012, 09:39:08 PM »

Quote from: stevehd on April 08, 2012, 09:35:56 PM

I have the Mustang Vintage Solo with driver backrest for solo rider and a Sundowner that I will use for two up.

Seat looks real good.

rmarion · « **Reply #6 on:** April 08, 2012, 10:44:02 PM »

Custom Bike...get a one off Special Custom seat.....

I had my custom seat made form Danny Gray

Cvostu · « **Reply #7 on:** April 08, 2012, 10:44:45 PM »

My Mustang seat is similar to the one shown in the picture. Best of all, it's the most comfortable seat I have ever rode on.

Vyscera · « **Reply #8 on:** April 09, 2012, 02:21:12 PM »

Quote from: Bigtow on April 08, 2012, 09:30:41 PM

Looks good, did you need to change anything? What about the rubber strips can they stay ?

The fender strips are still on there. you just remove the mount bolts for the solo seat and roll out.

TEQUILA -aka- RED RUM · « **Reply #9 on:** April 09, 2012, 04:10:48 PM »

I like Corbin....

Musher Mark · « **Reply #10 on:** April 09, 2012, 04:24:40 PM »

Quote from: stevehd on April 08, 2012, 09:35:56 PM

I have the Mustang Vintage Solo with driver backrest for solo rider and a Sundowner that I will use for two up.

I like that!

dayne66 · « **Reply #11 on:** April 09, 2012, 04:29:08 PM »

I second the Mustang...I've had two on two different bikes and both have been a huge improvement over stock.

plasmadaddy · « **Reply #12 on:** April 10, 2012, 02:43:11 AM »

Loving my Corbin - surprisingly comfortable for all day rides even though its quite a low profile seat.

bhtko · « **Reply #13 on:** April 10, 2012, 12:01:22 PM »

Quote from: plasmadaddy on April 10, 2012, 02:43:11 AM

Loving my Corbin - surprisingly comfortable for all day rides even though its quite a low profile seat.

X2

michaelbmenaker · « **Reply #14 on:** April 10, 2012, 04:45:40 PM »

another vote for Mustang. Best rider's backrest in the business. Many choices of pillions if you go the 2-piece route.

oldnavydude · « **Reply #15 on:** April 13, 2012, 07:51:33 AM »

went for a 6 hour ride with my better half, last weekend. she wined for 5 1/2 hours of the ride.

she hates the seat. now she is only 5'6" and 125, but she said her butt was wore out, so i need some help here. i don't want to put a road sofa on the bike. I've owned an CVO ultra and i think that might have spoiled her, but i love the slim and sexy looks of the STREET GLIDE and would like to find a happy medium for her and me. any ideas

Badger Mike · « **Reply #16 on:** April 13, 2012, 09:46:16 AM »

I've finally given up on the HD seats and ordered all new Corbin set up. I'll let you know when it gets here and I get some miles on it, but there is no way that it can be worse than the crap MOCO puts on these bikes!

FUNGOUL · « **Reply #17 on:** April 13, 2012, 08:41:13 PM »

C & C Seat

FUNGOUL · « **Reply #18 on:** April 13, 2012, 08:42:01 PM »

FUNGOUL · « **Reply #19 on:** April 13, 2012, 08:42:55 PM »

Dave H · « **Reply #20 on:** April 13, 2012, 09:42:59 PM »

Nice ! What air intake are you running big fella?
Awesome bike

Bigtow · « **Reply #21 on:** April 13, 2012, 10:26:44 PM »

I finally did it, just ordered a Le Pera seat Monterey model all leather with backrest and a 14.5” passenger pillion. rider is 15” no studs Tattoo stitch on rider and passenger $1450 my ass better like it will post pictures.

LovemyCVOgirl · « **Reply #22 on:** April 14, 2012, 09:41:08 AM »

Quote from: Bigtow on April 13, 2012, 10:26:44 PM

I finally did it, just ordered a Le Pera seat Monterey model all leather with backrest and a 14.5” passenger pillion. rider is 15” no studs Tattoo stitch on rider and passenger $1450 my ass better like it will post pictures.

. As they say, "There's an ass for every seat". You will love your new seat, my friend has the same set-up and he loves his.

Bigtow · « **Reply #23 on:** May 07, 2012, 08:55:45 PM »

New seat

trwtow · « **Reply #24 on:** May 07, 2012, 09:45:10 PM »

nice seat bigtow did it fit with the fender strips? is it 2piece seat or 1? thanks terry

Bigtow · « **Reply #25 on:** May 07, 2012, 10:12:07 PM »

Quote from: trwtow on May 07, 2012, 09:45:10 PM

nice seat bigtow did it fit with the fender strips? is it 2piece seat or 1? thanks terry

Yes it fit without having to remove the strips. It’s a two piece lepera seat.

lvngd · « **Reply #26 on:** May 08, 2012, 10:21:38 AM »

And does your a$$ like it?

Mr D · « **Reply #27 on:** May 08, 2012, 11:14:07 AM »

Quote from: stevehd on April 08, 2012, 09:35:56 PM

I have the Mustang Vintage Solo with driver backrest for solo rider and a Sundowner that I will use for two up.

Steve,

Does the bucket sit you similiar to to the oe seat? or closer or further back ? Seat looks great

Texas Fat Boy · « **Reply #28 on:** May 08, 2012, 03:09:51 PM »

Quote from: Mr D on May 08, 2012, 11:14:07 AM

Steve,

Does the bucket sit you similiar to to the oe seat? or closer or further back ? Seat looks great

There is an adjustable thumb screw right here that will adjust forward or back on the go if need be. You shouldn't have a problem finding the right spot.

Bigtow · « **Reply #29 on:** May 08, 2012, 05:45:42 PM »

Quote from: lvngd on May 08, 2012, 10:21:38 AM

And does your a$$ like it?

it better $1950

mitch.smith · « **Reply #30 on:** May 09, 2012, 11:43:43 AM »

Quote from: cvostu on April 08, 2012, 09:00:55 PM

Change the stock seat out. It plain just sucks. Looks good, but that's all. No back rest, no support. The day I bought my bike, I bought a mustang seat with a backrest. Its a 2 piece. So I can ride in a solo position. Get that stock
seat of of there. Your back and butt will thank you.

I have a mustand with back rest solo on my 03 road king. did it push u forward any on the bike. I am 6'4" 250 and the lowers on my 12 seems to not allow much leg room with stock seat now. Works great on the king because of now lowers!!!!

Fxr4Rider · « **Reply #31 on:** May 14, 2012, 11:22:19 PM »

Quote from: Bigtow on May 07, 2012, 08:55:45 PM

New seat

How do you like it?

Can post a pic of it solo w the backrest?

Thanks

Montanakid · « **Reply #32 on:** May 20, 2012, 12:37:10 AM »

I did Corbin on both my now wrecked and departed 03 fatboy and 2010 SESG. It helped living in Hollister at the time so getting it custom made for me and the wifee helped. Can't say anything bad about the others as never tried them but Corbin works for us. We couldn't go more that an hour with the stock seat before needing to get off and walk around, now can go comfortably for hours or more depending on fuel mileage of course.

Fire-Medic · « **Reply #33 on:** May 20, 2012, 12:43:40 AM »

After everything I tried I bought someones used take off stock 2012 SG/RGC seat and now I'm happy. Waiting to send it to MCC for some upgrades and be done. The seat they did for my old Ultra is the best seat I've had to date.

Lucky for me my a$$ is a cheap date

Badger Mike · « **Reply #34 on:** May 24, 2012, 09:05:21 PM »

Love my Corbin, used the heat this morning, awesome!

Chicky · « **Reply #35 on:** May 25, 2012, 09:01:57 PM »

I've put my Corbin Classic solo on my bike and (no kidding) I prefer the stock HD seat! My Corbin has ~8000 miles on it and at first, it was a brick. After ~1000 miles, it was the best seat ever and the back rest was great for long rides - got me to/from the Grand Canyon last year. But on the new bike, wow, it's back to being a brick again. Did 800 miles this weekend and my butt was broken. Back to the stock seat for me! Am appreciated everyone's recommendations about other seats. Keep 'em coming! Thanks.

Luckymesscun · « **Reply #36 on:** June 03, 2012, 01:01:46 PM »

I went with the HD Road Zeppelin, I like it but the wife really loves!! The way I see it the less she complains the longer we can ride! Just came back from a 1200mile 4 day weekend and she is ready for more.

CVO_Art · « **Reply #37 on:** June 06, 2012, 11:27:02 AM »

I replaced the stock seat with a Mustang within a week of getting the bike. I loved it but had to replace the Mustang when a cat (or something) clawed it up. This time, I got a Corbin because they offer several color and material choices for a more custom look.

CVO_Art · « **Reply #38 on:** June 06, 2012, 11:27:53 AM »

another view w/o sissy bar...

rheiner · « **Reply #39 on:** June 15, 2012, 05:12:07 PM »

Quote from: Dave H on April 13, 2012, 09:42:59 PM

Nice ! What air intake are you running big fella?
Awesome bike

Looks like a Roland Sands air cleaner to me.

Fxr4Rider · « **Reply #40 on:** June 15, 2012, 10:16:23 PM »

Just picked up an "Ultimate Seat" from Americade last week. They been in the metric market for a while. Now in the Harley market, smart move on thier part.
I just posted something in the Vendor section praising thier customer service.

Now have 700 miles on this saddle and i am very satisfied.

2timen · « **Reply #41 on:** June 16, 2012, 07:27:26 PM »

You can spend a lot of money on new seats and I have. I like the Mustang and the Corbin (I have both on other bikes) I was very happy with the stock seat on my new skunk. All I needed was a back rest. I had a local upolstery shop make me a removable back rest and re ulpolster the seat to look stock. Also added the stiching the the passenger parts. Looks and feels good to me. Every one has different taste and wants. This is just one of many options

LovemyCVOgirl · « **Reply #42 on:** June 16, 2012, 07:34:27 PM »

Quote from: 2timen on June 16, 2012, 07:27:26 PM

You can spend a lot of money on new seats and I have. I like the Mustang and the Corbin (I have both on other bikes) I was very happy with the stock seat on my new skunk. All I needed was a back rest. I had a local upolstery shop make me a removable back rest and re ulpolster the seat to look stock. Also added the stiching the the passenger parts. Looks and feels good to me. Every one has different taste and wants. This is just one of many options

What a great idea

BUBBLEHEAD · « **Reply #43 on:** June 16, 2012, 08:02:02 PM »

I just put a heated Corbin Classic Solo on mine that I had made to look similer to the stock 12 SESG seat have the matching rider backrest, passenger pad and pad for the HD sissybar. It is very comfortable in this first 100 miles but moves me forward quite a bit from the stock seat position. I'm going to give it one more day to see if I can adapt to being closer but with a 35' inseam I doubt it. If not I will be posting it for sale on here. Retail was almost $1200. I paid with shipping $1100.00

bfb_mi541529 · « **Reply #44 on:** June 23, 2012, 12:40:00 AM »

I would like to order a tall boy seat for my 2012 sg. and get rid of the stock seat. I'm worried because the HD book says you need to remove the fender strips to install the seat but does not say that you can replace.them after installation. Does anybody know. thanks T.M.

North Georgia Hawg · « **Reply #45 on:** June 25, 2012, 03:00:37 PM »

I have the Corbin DualTour that I got lucky with and bought here on the site. I love it for me - it but it's not so great for a BSR. Pretty hard and narrow in the rear. This weekend we bought an AirHawk air cushion for my wife. It made it little more bearable.

I also have a big, FUGLY H-D Hammock seat for two-up - but while it's better for the BSR, it SUCKS for me... it puts me up too high and is quite wide at the throat, which makes it difficult to ride on two-up. I don't want to put any money into it because it isn't the seat for me. If a friend doesn't buy it, I might sell it on here.

Fxr4Rider · « **Reply #46 on:** June 26, 2012, 04:21:39 PM »

Quote from: bfb_mi541529 on June 23, 2012, 12:40:00 AM

I would like to order a tall boy seat for my 2012 sg. and get rid of the stock seat. I'm worried because the HD book says you need to remove the fender strips to install the seat but does not say that you can replace.them after installation. Does anybody know. thanks T.M.

i will post a pic in a day or two on what we did to avoid removing the strips on my new seat from "Ultimate Seats"

BTW, My wife and i did an 1800 mile trip. with 900 miles yesterday alone and rode for 15 hours in the saddle and this seat was great for both of us.

Fxr4Rider · « **Reply #47 on:** June 27, 2012, 02:29:34 PM »

Quote from: Fxr4Rider on June 26, 2012, 04:21:39 PM

i will post a pic in a day or two on what we did to avoid removing the strips on my new seat from "Ultimate Seats"

BTW, My wife and i did an 1800 mile trip. with 900 miles yesterday alone and rode for 15 hours in the saddle and this seat was great for both of us.

So here is the passenger pillion. I am pointing to one of the four corners that used to be raised and have a rubber protector on the protrusion that was ground flush with a dremmel. The rubber and chrome strips are the exact same height as to what was ground down to make it fit.
This modification will allow the nice chrome strips on the fender to stay. Took all of 10 minutes. i recommend that if you go this route to have your vacuum on and running to prevent the debris from making a mess everywhere.

Kilaani · « **Reply #48 on:** June 28, 2012, 01:25:14 AM »

Quote from: BUBBLEHEAD on June 16, 2012, 08:02:02 PM

I just put a heated Corbin Classic Solo on mine that I had made to look similer to the stock 12 SESG seat have the matching rider backrest, passenger pad and pad for the HD sissybar. It is very comfortable in this first 100 miles but moves me forward quite a bit from the stock seat position. I'm going to give it one more day to see if I can adapt to being closer but with a 35' inseam I doubt it. If not I will be posting it for sale on here. Retail was almost $1200. I paid with shipping $1100.00

I have a 29 inseam, so sort of the opposite problem. Did it work out for you?

North Georgia Hawg · « **Reply #49 on:** June 28, 2012, 10:38:34 AM »

Quote from: Kilaani on June 28, 2012, 01:25:14 AM

I have a 29 inseam, so sort of the opposite problem. Did it work out for you?

Kilaani - have you considered the Harley Reach seat? It moves you about 2" forward from stock.

Kilaani · « **Reply #50 on:** June 28, 2012, 03:01:42 PM »

Quote from: NorthGeorgiaHawg on June 28, 2012, 10:38:34 AM

Kilaani - have you considered the Harley Reach seat? It moves you about 2" forward from stock.

I really want to find a seat with a solo backrest, no way is anyone going to be 2up with me.

JCZ · « **Reply #51 on:** June 28, 2012, 03:12:06 PM »

Quote from: Kilaani on June 28, 2012, 03:01:42 PM

I really want to find a seat with a solo backrest, no way is anyone going to be 2up with me.

Texas Fat Boy · « **Reply #52 on:** June 28, 2012, 04:42:25 PM »

Quote from: Kilaani on June 28, 2012, 03:01:42 PM

I really want to find a seat with a solo backrest, no way is anyone going to be 2up with me.

Try a Mustang:

Here's some more pictures: http://s157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/lesterrogers/12%20SE%20-%20June%2012%20solo/

Fxr4Rider · « **Reply #53 on:** June 29, 2012, 09:42:25 AM »

"Ultimate Seats" also have a reach seat" This is thier regular seat on my scoot. I have a 30 inch inseam and found thier version of the reach seat sat me crotch to to close to the tank.

As in noted in an earlier post these guys will let you try and return the seat hassle free if your not happy.

just my 2c

North Georgia Hawg · « **Reply #54 on:** June 29, 2012, 03:37:23 PM »

Quote from: Kilaani on June 28, 2012, 03:01:42 PM

I really want to find a seat with a solo backrest, no way is anyone going to be 2up with me.

SILLY ME!

East Coast · « **Reply #55 on:** June 29, 2012, 09:31:52 PM »

Quote from: Texas Fat Boy on June 28, 2012, 04:42:25 PM

Try a Mustang:

Here's some more pictures: http://s157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/lesterrogers/12%20SE%20-%20June%2012%20solo/

TFB,
I was looking at that same seat at the Americade rally a few weeks ago, it felt nice and looked well made. Is it "the" seat for you? Have you tried anything else other than the stock seat?

Texas Fat Boy · « **Reply #56 on:** June 30, 2012, 12:15:13 AM »

Quote from: East Coast on June 29, 2012, 09:31:52 PM

TFB,
I was looking at that same seat at the Americade rally a few weeks ago, it felt nice and looked well made. Is it "the" seat for you? Have you tried anything else other than the stock seat?

Don't get me started on how many seats I've tried. This is a keeper, low, long and comfy.

oldnavydude · « **Reply #57 on:** June 30, 2012, 02:05:57 PM »

TFB, what is the name of the MUSTANG seat. reallt looks great on your scoot

Texas Fat Boy · « **Reply #58 on:** June 30, 2012, 02:47:33 PM »

Quote from: oldnavydude on June 30, 2012, 02:05:57 PM

TFB, what is the name of the MUSTANG seat. reallt looks great on your scoot

Here's the thread I started about it. It has all the info.
http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=75231.0

http://www.mustangseats.com/Product/79725/Harley-Davidson-FLHTFLTRFLHXFLHR-2008-Up-Wide-Tripper-Solo-with-Driver-Backrest-in-Diamond-Pattern

VANAMAL · « **Reply #59 on:** June 30, 2012, 03:20:41 PM »

Heres one of my corbin for those who havnt seen it

Kilaani · « **Reply #60 on:** June 30, 2012, 04:23:06 PM »

Quote from: VANAMAL on June 30, 2012, 03:20:41 PM

Heres one of my corbin for those who havnt seen it

the flames do go so perfectly with the phantom flames paint. Ken, like what you did too. The ultimate does look like another nice option. We have to go to Cali in a few weeks, we are thinking of stopping at Corbin and C&C. We saw the guy at Laughlin and DH was thinking about the C&C for his Street Bob.

I am not completely opposed to a rider, just not until I have way more years riding experience.

Montanakid · « **Reply #61 on:** June 30, 2012, 11:27:13 PM »

Go Corbin you will not regret it.

Speed · « **Reply #62 on:** September 09, 2012, 08:55:19 PM »

I've got 2012 SESG and want to install my one piece mustang seat. However, the two chrome/rubber strips on the rear fender have to be removed. Has anyone removed them and what is the procedure to do so?

SDCVO · « **Reply #63 on:** September 09, 2012, 09:17:17 PM »

Rails are just on by tape.

Speed · « **Reply #64 on:** September 09, 2012, 09:24:21 PM »

So what is the best tool to remove the strips and not damage the paint?

Cvostu · « **Reply #65 on:** September 09, 2012, 09:27:39 PM »

Use some goof off. Or goo gone and some fishing line. Shouldn't be too tough to get off.

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