dont like the stock seat
05-15-2011 | 09:59 AM
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dont like the stock seat
hey guys, so this past friday i got a ride up north to san fran from los angeles, to get my 2005 titanium hawk, i love the bike , but after riding it straight back i have come to the conclusion that i hate our seat. now i only know of corbin and their seat, but have any of you guys/gals have had the seat redone to be more comfy or should i just replace it all together.
05-15-2011 | 10:40 AM
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05-15-2011 | 08:10 PM
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I read this DIY article and it inspired me to try my hand at seat renovations.
DIYMotorcycleSeat.com - Home Page
I'd like to have a Sargent or a Corbin someday but for now, I'd settle for a seat that doesn't rap my junk against the tank every time I brake on a hill. I bought a used seat cheap and I've begun experimenting with the foam.
I'll post photos when I am further along.
DIYMotorcycleSeat.com - Home Page
I'd like to have a Sargent or a Corbin someday but for now, I'd settle for a seat that doesn't rap my junk against the tank every time I brake on a hill. I bought a used seat cheap and I've begun experimenting with the foam.
I'll post photos when I am further along.
05-15-2011 | 08:31 PM
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I have a Sargent, and a Corbin Smuggler (kinda old). The Sargent is a perfect all day seat, the Corbin is rock hard...not certain if it's too old & needs a recover?
Sargents are definitely worth the $$, they improve the passenger's comfort also BTW.
Sargents are definitely worth the $$, they improve the passenger's comfort also BTW.
05-15-2011 | 08:54 PM
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05-15-2011 | 11:21 PM
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Weird!!
Hey Megahawk.
I just did the same thing as you about three weeks ago? flew up to San Francisco and brought a 05 Hawk also? Rode it back to LA that same day. My bike came with a Sargent seat, I highly recommend it. Where abouts in LA are you? I'm close to LAX. Maybe meet up some day, compare Superhawks.
We all know that the 05 Titaniums are the best looking ones!
I just did the same thing as you about three weeks ago? flew up to San Francisco and brought a 05 Hawk also? Rode it back to LA that same day. My bike came with a Sargent seat, I highly recommend it. Where abouts in LA are you? I'm close to LAX. Maybe meet up some day, compare Superhawks.
We all know that the 05 Titaniums are the best looking ones!
05-16-2011 | 04:11 AM
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05-16-2011 | 06:59 AM
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05-16-2011 | 07:01 AM
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I got my seat redone at Mean City Cycles, Maiden, NC. Call Allen and talk to him. He has several options as to what you need or want. Has a website, google mean city cycles. Just rode over 530 miles yesterday and I good to go more.
05-16-2011 | 01:45 PM
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Hey Megahawk.
I just did the same thing as you about three weeks ago? flew up to San Francisco and brought a 05 Hawk also? Rode it back to LA that same day. My bike came with a Sargent seat, I highly recommend it. Where abouts in LA are you? I'm close to LAX. Maybe meet up some day, compare Superhawks.
We all know that the 05 Titaniums are the best looking ones!
I just did the same thing as you about three weeks ago? flew up to San Francisco and brought a 05 Hawk also? Rode it back to LA that same day. My bike came with a Sargent seat, I highly recommend it. Where abouts in LA are you? I'm close to LAX. Maybe meet up some day, compare Superhawks.
We all know that the 05 Titaniums are the best looking ones!
Im in Alhambra, we should meet up sometime for sure, there is a ninja 500 ride on the 21st, im going since i use to be a 500 rider, your welcome to join
AND THANKS GUYS IM GONNA TRY THE CHEAP WAY FIRST UNTIL I CAN GET ANOTHER, BUT I WILL TAKE ALL YOUR ADICE INTO CONSIDERATION
05-16-2011 | 02:18 PM
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I know $450 sounds like a lot of coin when your OEM is probably in great shape - That was my reason for waiting so long. I can honestly say that my Sargent was the best mod I have ever done. Makes 300+ mile day a joy instead of a PITA
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05-17-2011 | 05:47 PM
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well then... i guess that's settled. if my SH ever runs again, i'll be looking for deal on a Sargent seat. the stock seat is pretty damn crappy. my NT has a Greer solo-tail and home-made fiberglass seat-pan with double layer 3/4" neoprene that i carved into shape with a Capt. Nemo's sub sandwich knife and it is 10 times more comfortable than that damn OEM SH sh*t... i mean, seat. that damn thing was specifically designed to push your crotch into the tank.
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