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[mwg]

I've read several post concerning seats,gaps, improved seats, bumpers, ect.... I purchased a new SESG last month with a build date of April. How can I tell if the seat is the "improved seat"? Also.. there  are 2 black plastic pieces installed on each side of the frame under the seat, are these the bumpers?

Thanks

[bjizel]

Yes sir, that be the bumpers. The guys @ BR HD know about the seat issue, I had the bumpers installed and seat replaced there, you should have the revised seat but the service tech. could let you know for sure. The revised seat part # has the letter A added to the end.

[Hawg]

I've read several post concerning seats,gaps, improved seats, bumpers, ect.... I purchased a new SESG last month with a build date of April. How can I tell if the seat is the "improved seat"? Also.. there  are 2 black plastic pieces installed on each side of the frame under the seat, are these the bumpers?Thanks

Yes those are the bumpers, I have had both old and new seats and could not tell the difference. The bumpers did help with my problem, however I installed a Corbin Solo seat, and like it way better.

[mwg]

Thanks guys.. these forums are a great source of information but they do make you worry about your ride...

Mike

[HD4CPA]

I rarely use the factory seat but when I do it does have this seat gap issue.  Is their an actual service memo to replace the seat and or add bumpers?  Are the bumpers in the way of after-market seats?  I use a C&C solo except for long overnight trips.  Any pictures of bumpers would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Mike

[grc]

I rarely use the factory seat but when I do it does have this seat gap issue.  Is their an actual service memo to replace the seat and or add bumpers?  Are the bumpers in the way of after-market seats?  I use a C&C solo except for long overnight trips.  Any pictures of bumpers would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Mike

Go to the SE Street Glide board and look for threads on the seat.  There are several threads, and some have pictures of both the gap problem and the lovely bumper "fix".  And yes, the bumpers will have to be removed for any of the aftermarket seats I'm aware of, but it's not a big deal.  They are held on with one bolt per bumper.


Jerry

[HD4CPA]

Go to the SE Street Glide board and look for threads on the seat.  There are several threads, and some have pictures of both the gap problem and the lovely bumper "fix".  And yes, the bumpers will have to be removed for any of the aftermarket seats I'm aware of, but it's not a big deal.  They are held on with one bolt per bumper.


Jerry

Thanks Jerry,

Unfortunately I know what the gap looks like.  Thanks for the bumper info.  Does the stock seat also need to be replaced and are dealers doing that?  I might as well get a new one if so even thought I rarely use the stock seat.

Mike

[Hawg]

In most cases the bumpers have fixed the gap issue.

[KaseyKahnefan]

In most cases the bumpers have fixed the gap issue.

Mine came with the bumpers already installed....But I'm getting about 1/2 to 3/4 inch gap...Guess my A$$ is to fat for the bumpers to work, The dealer is ordering me a new seat.

[grc]

Thanks Jerry,

Unfortunately I know what the gap looks like.  Thanks for the bumper info.  Does the stock seat also need to be replaced and are dealers doing that?  I might as well get a new one if so even thought I rarely use the stock seat.

Mike

The way the MoCo has the program set up Mike is that the dealer is supposed to first try the bumpers.  If that doesn't fix the problem, then they can order a new seat.  The entire idea is to save the MoCo a lot of money by getting most folks to accept the bumper band-aid.  If you don't actually use the stock seat very often it may not bother you, but if it were me I'd want an updated seat even if I just had it hanging on the garage wall.  You guys paid for a good seat, and you should get one.  The MoCo has gotten away with this kind of crap way too much.

Click on the attached pdf for the actual service bulletin.


Jerry

[HD4CPA]

The way the MoCo has the program set up Mike is that the dealer is supposed to first try the bumpers.  If that doesn't fix the problem, then they can order a new seat.  The entire idea is to save the MoCo a lot of money by getting most folks to accept the bumper band-aid.  If you don't actually use the stock seat very often it may not bother you, but if it were me I'd want an updated seat even if I just had it hanging on the garage wall.  You guys paid for a good seat, and you should get one.  The MoCo has gotten away with this kind of crap way too much.

Click on the attached pdf for the actual service bulletin.


Jerry

Thanks, I'll go put my original seat back on and take it to the dealer.

[mwg]

Again thanks for the info.. the thing is I really like this seat. It is as comfortable as the sundowner I had my Road King

[bigmuff]

I didn't have gap and then after I took the seat off I noticed a gap.  After further inspection I noticed there is quite a bit of slop in the hole in the rear tab.  So what I do is push forward on the seat while tightening the screw.  I'm 210 lbs and there's a little gap when riding but as soon as I get off the gap is gone.

[LFMC Pharaoh]

Again thanks for the info.. the thing is I really like this seat. It is as comfortable as the sundowner I had my Road King

Really??!!   After a 2,200 mile trip over 5 days last week I HATE THIS SEAT!!!! 

I can only wish my sundowner from my 02 Ultra would fit this bike - I love that seat.

[mwg]

Really??!!   After a 2,200 mile trip over 5 days last week I HATE THIS SEAT!!!! 

I can only wish my sundowner from my 02 Ultra would fit this bike - I love that seat.

Yeah.. I'm kind of surprised about that myself but it fits and feels great to me.... granted I haven't racked up the miles yet.

Mike