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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #30 on: August 31, 2009, 03:50:32 AM »
Quote from: 2009_FLTRSEI3 on August 28, 2009, 06:49:46 PM
OK.. pics:

What it looked like when I rolled back the cover.




THe mentioned saddle cut into the foam:



Properly in place:



Look, leather:



Cover back in place... notice how much tension is taken up on... Staples are in close to the original locations... but the original holes are farther inboard now.



On the bike (seat bracket drilled and tab slid deeper into the seat):



Sorry, no pic of the mounting bracket, but what I did was drill the small hole between the two mounting holes and used that newly drilled hole as the rear point for a fitment test. If this works, I will use Dan_Lockwood's cad drawing and have a buddy cut me one on the waterjet.

From above:





Seated with 280lbs of fat ass on the seat:



Initial results... I like moving the seat forward... it seems to create the "sweet spot" the Seat was lacking. the move forward seems more comfortable...

Test ride tonight!

Quote from: 2009_FLTRSEI3 on August 29, 2009, 08:07:18 AM
The night ride review of the seat mods...

OK.. so I might have had one too many tonight... but I'm home safely, and I love the sweet spot in the seat.

I will finish the bracket tomorrow.. I hope and do final fit and finish.

Oh.. BTW, the original configuration put the left side of the seat to the saddlebag... adjusting the bolts fixed this... now its even...

More riding tomorrow... momma hopes this fixes the seat issue and as such will allow me the extra funds to order my tourpak and lowers, and related stuff.

From the other thread...

Now... as Dan_Lockwood has graciously sent me the autocad files, If there are some of you that would like this bracket, please let me know ASAP as my buddy with access to a waterjet has asked "how many" I need... it will come brushed stainless only, and will be pre-bent like the stocker.

I need to know BY WEDNESDAY.
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #31 on: August 31, 2009, 04:05:18 AM »
The obligatory "before" pic

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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #32 on: August 31, 2009, 12:02:50 PM »
I would take one...how much?  Need address, etc?
Thanks for your efforts!
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #33 on: August 31, 2009, 12:31:37 PM »
Quote from: 2009_FLTRSEI3 on August 31, 2009, 03:50:32 AM
From the other thread...

Now... as Dan_Lockwood has graciously sent me the autocad files, If there are some of you that would like this bracket, please let me know ASAP as my buddy with access to a waterjet has asked "how many" I need... it will come brushed stainless only, and will be pre-bent like the stocker.

I need to know BY WEDNESDAY.

+1. Please let me know the particulars.
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #34 on: August 31, 2009, 04:49:02 PM »
Quote from: Blazo on August 31, 2009, 12:31:37 PM
+1. Please let me know the particulars.

Please advise costs etc, mine works great but is home made, Im guessing the water jet would have a more finished look. Thanks
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #35 on: August 31, 2009, 06:52:11 PM »
I'd like to try one, please forward the details on how much and where to send... Thx
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #36 on: August 31, 2009, 08:17:00 PM »
Guys... seeing as there are variations in how far forward the seat must be moved, would you prefer to drill the actual mounting holes (seat-side) yourselves or would you like to try them as they worked for me at 5/8" longer than stock?

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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #37 on: August 31, 2009, 09:01:12 PM »
Quote from: 2009_FLTRSEI3 on August 31, 2009, 08:17:00 PM
Guys... seeing as there are variations in how far forward the seat must be moved, would you prefer to drill the actual mounting holes (seat-side) yourselves or would you like to try them as they worked for me at 5/8" longer than stock?


5/8 is fine for me, but I have no problem drilling the holes if its easier for your machinest, Thanks
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #38 on: August 31, 2009, 10:38:58 PM »
Quote from: Resbiker on August 31, 2009, 12:02:50 PM
I would take one...how much?  Need address, etc?
Thanks for your efforts!


price will depend upon quantity ordered...

I'm trying to keep the price under $15... we'll see how many I need to foot the bill for to make this happen...

IF you think the $15 is too much, please let me know....
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #39 on: September 01, 2009, 12:11:37 AM »
I think 5/8" would work for me...
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #40 on: September 01, 2009, 03:27:48 AM »
Quote from: invinci on September 01, 2009, 12:11:37 AM
I think 5/8" would work for me...

Checked with my friend... price is $10 + shipping (pretty sure I can send these in padded envelopes or the smallest box as flat rate)

The seat mounting holes will not be drilled, but the brackets will be 5/8" longer than the original and will have the rear fender mounting hole. Brushed stainless... you will need to drill the seat holes to your location. I'll post up some tips and ideas for drilling in a bit in a bit.

So far I have:


 
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Notes: Stainless requires different drilling techniques than mild steel... google can be your friend...

13 total for now...

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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #41 on: September 01, 2009, 08:32:28 AM »
Add me to the list, 5/8 will work.
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #42 on: September 01, 2009, 09:55:40 AM »
I would be interested in one too.
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #43 on: September 01, 2009, 10:47:41 AM »
I would like one as well, thanks.
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Re: THE FIX for SERG seat issues
« Reply #44 on: September 01, 2009, 02:47:08 PM »
LIST UPDATED... see above.
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