Topic: 2009 FXSTSSE3 Solo Seat - Danny Gray (Read 13312 times)

redbeard719 · « **on:** August 22, 2013, 02:30:19 PM »

A few weeks back I ordered a solo seat from Danny Gray - pretty much the only company out there making solos for the 09, as most know.

Anyway, it showed up yesterday as a surprise - I love when that happens!!

I chose to go with black leather, with a grey/black snakeskin insert in the long flames pattern. Accented with Pacific Blue stitching and an embroidered logo as is on the stock seat.

The seat is perfectly crafted and fits extremely well. I spent more time removing the plastic film from the back fender yesterday than I expected though. What a chore it was this time! Waiting on another rubber plug from Lake Shore to fill that hole in the middle of the rear fender.

Dughr · « **Reply #1 on:** August 22, 2013, 07:13:39 PM »

Looks great! How did you get the logo added? I haven't seen that with DG seats on their web site.

Buy early · « **Reply #2 on:** August 22, 2013, 07:18:46 PM »

Sweet!

redbeard719 · « **Reply #3 on:** August 22, 2013, 08:41:25 PM »

Thanks guys! We've had torrential rain this afternoon, so I really can't comment on the ride yet. Just sitting on the bike, I feel this will be a big improvement over the stock seat.

Dughr, I came across another thread here on the CVO forum that someone had added the logo on their seat from DG. I called them back as I had already placed my order a few days prior. When I talked to Sherry, she knew exactly what I meant, asked me to send in the picture of the logo just to be clear, and bam! it was added!

Looking at this seat, the stocker, and what HD is doing with some of the newer seats, IMHO it's almost a stock look.

It's great to be able to see that huge rear fender too.

harlee79 · « **Reply #4 on:** August 22, 2013, 11:57:39 PM »

Looks awesome..

Jamal · « **Reply #5 on:** August 23, 2013, 01:52:06 PM »

very nice at last solo seat

hogdownunder · « **Reply #6 on:** September 03, 2013, 09:41:38 PM »

Hi Fish Eye,

Nice bike!!

I am looking at getting a solo seat for my 2009 Springer. I love your seat! What would I pay for something like that from Danny Gray?

Just out of curiosity, how does the seat attach to the bike. I see there is no rear attachment piece to secure to the rear fender like most HD seats do.

I assume it is attached to the left and right rear fender struts under the seat. Is that correct. I did not see any attachment points on your seat.

Hope you enjoy your new bike..

Best regards..

redbeard719 · « **Reply #7 on:** September 04, 2013, 11:03:08 AM »

Quote from: hogdownunder on September 03, 2013, 09:41:38 PM

Hi Fish Eye,

Nice bike!!

I am looking at getting a solo seat for my 2009 Springer. I love your seat! What would I pay for something like that from Danny Gray?

Just out of curiosity, how does the seat attach to the bike. I see there is no rear attachment piece to secure to the rear fender like most HD seats do.

I assume it is attached to the left and right rear fender struts under the seat. Is that correct. I did not see any attachment points on your seat.

Hope you enjoy your new bike..

Best regards..

Thanks!

From DG, this seat ran me about $475 US. It was extra to add the CVO logo/embroidery, but I do think it was worth it, and makes the seat even more suited to this bike.

The seat attached via suction cup. It's the first seat I've had like it, but they really do work well. It's actually a very clean mount too.

Hope this helps!

hogdownunder · « **Reply #8 on:** September 04, 2013, 07:35:12 PM »

Hi Fish eye,

Thank you for your reply.

Very interesting way to secure the seat. It is a very nice looking seat though..

I have attached a photo of my Black 2009 Springer for you. I have to say though, I really do like your Blue 2009.

Best regards..

redbeard719 · « **Reply #9 on:** September 04, 2013, 10:33:17 PM »

Thanks Downunder!

Thanks for the picture of your Springer too. I have to say, I really struggled with the decision between the black or the blue.

As for the suction cups, agreed, it is an interesting set up, but they're very secure.

I've gotten some time in on the new saddle and I'm happy with the purchase.

Take care!

dhoudyshell · « **Reply #10 on:** September 12, 2013, 08:46:22 PM »

I just ordered this same seat for my 2009 CVO and I have got to say the suction cup attachment is really bugging me. I am going to call sherry tomorrow and discuss this.... I am a hardware type of guy and they should have be able to make a attachment point that goes down in between the forward part of the strut like they do on the Rocker. That just seems cheesy as hell for a $400 dollar seat.

dlaws01 · « **Reply #11 on:** September 12, 2013, 09:58:32 PM »

Quote from: dhoudyshell on September 12, 2013, 08:46:22 PM

I just ordered this same seat for my 2009 CVO and I have got to say the suction cup attachment is really bugging me. I am going to call sherry tomorrow and discuss this.... I am a hardware type of guy and they should have be able to make a attachment point that goes down in between the forward part of the strut like they do on the Rocker. That just seems cheesy as hell for a $400 dollar seat.

X2 I don't think I could go for the suction cup idea as the only thing attaching the seat to the bike.

hogdownunder · « **Reply #12 on:** September 13, 2013, 07:02:55 AM »

Just a thought,

Purchase the seat from Danny Grey and purchase the chrome mounting bracket that is attached to the rear of your 2009 Springer Seat from HD and attach it to the rear of your new solo seat. It is only riveted to your seat. I think you will find the bracket has a part number on it. Have a look at the bracket on your HD CVO seat.

Drill a hole in your rear fender and remove the nut bracket from the fender and relocate it in the new hole you have drilled. Use the HD Chrome bolt that holds your two up seat to your fender and secure your new Danny Grey Seat.

You may find this may resolve your problem and alleviate using the suction caps to secure your new seat!

redbeard719 · « **Reply #13 on:** September 13, 2013, 09:34:11 AM »

I'll admit that if I had know it was a suction cup mount, I may have felt the way you do now - thinking it's a little subpar.

Now that I have the seat though, I can tell you these mounts aren't going anywhere. Looking at my seat, the stock struts, the stock holes in the rear fender for mounts, and suction cups start looking like a better option.

I've got other seats on my 2010 CVO Road Glide Custom. Not that the mounting hardware is obtrusive, but they're definitely not a clear looking as the seat mounting on my FXSTSSSE3.

If I hadn't posted the pictures of the suction cups, how would you feel about it? The first pictures I posted show the clean look of the seat on the bike. Can't sweat the small details.

hogdownunder · « **Reply #14 on:** September 13, 2013, 09:41:38 AM »

Hey Fisheye, I'm with you. I think your seat installation looks clean and like it was part of the bike from new. If I hadn't asked the question, one would never know it was secured with suction caps..

Still think your bike looks great!!

Best regards..

dhoudyshell · « **Reply #15 on:** September 13, 2013, 01:17:51 PM »

Quote from: fish eye on September 13, 2013, 09:34:11 AM

If I hadn't posted the pictures of the suction cups, how would you feel about it? The first pictures I posted show the clean look of the seat on the bike. Can't sweat the small details.

I have already ordered my seat and it should be done by Sept. 20th. It honestly just caught me off guard and I was concerned having paid that much for a seat. I called Sherry and talked to her and she said it is quite secure.

Oh and btw your seat looks great! and I do like how snug it fits and does make me anxious for mine to arrive.

I also called to see if they can add the CVO logo on the back for $25 option I will take that

hogdownunder · « **Reply #16 on:** September 14, 2013, 09:16:22 AM »

When you get your new seat, can you show us some photo's of your new seat on your bike?

Btw, what colour is your 2009 Springer?

dhoudyshell · « **Reply #17 on:** September 14, 2013, 02:52:32 PM »

Quote from: hogdownunder on September 14, 2013, 09:16:22 AM

When you get your new seat, can you show us some photo's of your new seat on your bike?

Btw, what colour is your 2009 Springer?

Will do, I got an email from Sherri and I am also getting the CVO emblem on the back of the seat embroidered in Green very good idea.

my bike is the Black and Green

http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=86070.0

hogdownunder · « **Reply #18 on:** September 16, 2013, 05:26:10 AM »

Sounds great!

I do think those Danny Grey seats look nice. Looking forward to seeing your new seat photo's.

Best regards,

dhoudyshell · « **Reply #19 on:** September 21, 2013, 04:13:22 PM »

Thanks for the insight on the Seat Fish Eye!

Mine Came in the other day and I have it installed and love it. The suction cups and seat fit very secure as you stated and I am very happy.

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I have removed the fender protector since this photo (boy that was fun lol) just need to find a black plug for the hole.

Buy early · « **Reply #20 on:** September 21, 2013, 04:34:22 PM »

Quote from: dhoudyshell on September 21, 2013, 04:13:22 PM

Thanks for the insight on the Seat Fish Eye!

Mine Came in the other day and I have it installed and love it. The suction cups and seat fit very secure as you stated and I am very happy.

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I have removed the fender protector since this photo (boy that was fun lol) just need to find a black plug for the hole.

Sharp as hell!

redbeard719 · « **Reply #21 on:** September 23, 2013, 10:49:18 AM »

Quote from: dhoudyshell on September 21, 2013, 04:13:22 PM

Thanks for the insight on the Seat Fish Eye!

Mine Came in the other day and I have it installed and love it. The suction cups and seat fit very secure as you stated and I am very happy.

I have removed the fender protector since this photo (boy that was fun lol) just need to find a black plug for the hole.

Boy, that looks really great with the black paint. Glad you're happy with the seat.

Removing that film really was a pain for me too, but it was worth it.

As for a black plug, get these from your local Harley:

10228 PLUG 1 0.99 0.99

You should already have one in the fender, but if not, buy 3. My fender has three holes (2 visible with the seat on) and each is plugged. They'll be even more discreet on your black paint. I'm very happy with them.

Dughr · « **Reply #22 on:** September 23, 2013, 04:22:10 PM »

Here is a Danny Gray solo on a 2007 springer. In this set up you can use the seat screw in the forward hole. I also am very happy with this seat showing off more of the cool Celtic graphic paint.

Dughr · « **Reply #23 on:** September 23, 2013, 04:22:49 PM »

Another view.

Jamal · « **Reply #24 on:** September 24, 2013, 11:13:10 AM »

I received my solo seat today

Jamal · « **Reply #25 on:** September 24, 2013, 11:14:38 AM »

Jamal · « **Reply #26 on:** September 24, 2013, 11:16:05 AM »

Jamal · « **Reply #27 on:** September 24, 2013, 11:26:05 AM »

Big thanks for fish eye!?

redbeard719 · « **Reply #28 on:** September 24, 2013, 12:10:56 PM »

That looks pretty awesome Jamal! I really like that ostrich pattern on the band around the edge.

Pretty cool too that DG was able to work with you and ship to Dubai!

Jamal · « **Reply #29 on:** September 24, 2013, 12:16:00 PM »

Great idea

Jamal · « **Reply #30 on:** January 03, 2014, 01:51:44 PM »

rjmorris · « **Reply #31 on:** January 03, 2014, 04:16:08 PM »

Dammit! You guys are costing me a ton of money! These seats look awesome. I'm looking on the DG website, under the seats for the FXSTSSE3, and I can't find the seat with the suction cups. 3 models in that section, all attach with the fender screw. I am just not seeing it?

How did you end up getting the fender film off without leaving any residue?

Fish Eye, dropped mine off today to get the Buky handlebars installed. I'll post pics when I get her back.

Rusty

Dughr · « **Reply #32 on:** January 03, 2014, 04:23:05 PM »

Quote from: rjmorris on January 03, 2014, 04:16:08 PM

How did you end up getting the fender film off without leaving any residue?

I was able to remove the glue by using Goo-Off and a hair dryer...and quite a bit of tenacity. It takes a bit, but it will come off if you are persistent and careful.

rjmorris · « **Reply #33 on:** January 03, 2014, 04:39:38 PM »

Thanks Dughr.

That seat is a beautiful match with your bike. Stunning!

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