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RT Seat replacement
I just purchased a 2012 RT after taking a break from riding for 30 years. Military overseas got in the way of my plans. The RT is everything I was looking for and will probably trade it next year for a new model. Give me some ideas for a more comfortable seat for touring along with passenger comfort items.Thanks!
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Ultimate Seats
I had them put an ultimate seat on my 2014 RT-S at Spyderfest last May. Much more comfortable than the OEM or the BRP comfort seat. The only bad part is they are (what I consider!) expensive. Also added a large mug holder and mug. A standard waterbottle fits into the mug. I also added an F4 windscreen with a vent.
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Lots of options and choices...If you are over 250lbs the Russell Day Long seat really comes into play. Each seat is custom built for your weight and body dimensions. Happy with ours.
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You pays your money and you takes your chances. Your *ss(es) will tell you which one is best -- for you.
Artillery lends dignity to what would
otherwise be a vulgar brawl.
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Cognac 2014 RT-S
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No saddle shops....
there is nowhere to test them out for a couple of hours. Some manufacturers do have a return policy but the only way is to find those that have them and will let you sit on them. I have the comfort and love it but don't know if it is the best for me or you and your passenger...
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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I just ordered the Ultimate and hope i like it.It has the 14 day retun policy i think.The brp comfort seat from what i understand puts you back 2 in.Since my wife rides our bike thats no good.Wish Mustang had a seat for the RT.I had one on my vtx 1300 and it was great.Hope you find the right one for you.
Bill
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Really like my corbin seat. Both passenger and rider's seats are heated. It took about 1500 miles to break it in.
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Have had the ultimate seat on my 2012 RTS for about 5000 miles. Great investment worth every penny. Passenger comfort has also improved I had ultimate include the armrests for the passenger as well
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Seat input
Thanks for all the good input. Is the ultimate seat sold by Can Am?
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I have been checking out ultimate seats and can't find anywhere if they are heated or not. That would be my determining factor: Why buy a seat that is not heated when that seat is $1,000? This is going to be my all year transport so to me, yes, heated is a must. Maybe I am missing something... but if they are heated I would probably go with the ultimate just based on all the positive reviews.
Last edited by Midian; 08-12-2015 at 10:06 AM.
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RT seat
Am 6'4" -- 2012 RT-S SM5 -- stock seat caused pain in rear after about 25 minutes riding -- got the Ultimate Tallboy(2" further back) with driver back rest -- drove 3 hrs and had forgotten about rear pain till wife asked how ride went -- love this seat ,wife has fallen asleep 3 times as passenger since then -- told her I would have to Velcro her in!!
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You can find Ultimate seats at http://www.ultimateseats.ca/
They are not available in a heated version, but the fuel door option is worth every penny.
2020- RT Limited
Chalk White, Can-Am rear passenger armrests, Comfort Seat, Grip puppies, RAM Cup Holders, Providence RAM Mount
FOBO2 TPMS
Aluma MCTXL trailer
BRP hitch
Big Bike Parts wiring harness
Permanent Smile!!!
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I am really torn. Just by reviews, the ultimate seat is the way to go. But non-heated with a $1,000 price tag? I am an all year rider so we're talking out there when it's in the 30s. Anyone ride in cold weather without a heated seat? How is it on an RT? I used to ride choppers in the dead cold but I am a pussy now.
Last edited by Midian; 08-12-2015 at 01:49 PM.
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Originally Posted by Horsecobbler
I just purchased a 2012 RT after taking a break from riding for 30 years. Military overseas got in the way of my plans. The RT is everything I was looking for and will probably trade it next year for a new model. Give me some ideas for a more comfortable seat for touring along with passenger comfort items.Thanks!
Look on the Home page on this website for our sponsors.You will see motorcycledave.com Go there and order his gel pad/memory foam insert. I think it is $70.00 more or less. It works. You can put it in yourself though you will need an air staple gun. I did it and it took me about 3 hours and I had never done anything like this before. I really like it. Took a 2 hour saddle to an all day saddle. If you are dong it yourself and have any questions call Dave and he will help you,or pm me and I will help you.
1st hint if you do this yourself be sure to stuff a rag in the slot below the rear seat hinge or you will lose a bolt nut or something else down there forever. Don't ask how I know
Happy TRAils/NSD
Paul
2012 RT L
AMA 25 years Life Member
TRA
PGR
Rhino Riders Plate #83
Venturers #78
TOI
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Just saw your post about a heated seat. Dave has the stuff to do your seat also,but I just added a heated jacket and gloves along with the heated grips that come with the RT
Happy TRAils/NSD
Paul
2012 RT L
AMA 25 years Life Member
TRA
PGR
Rhino Riders Plate #83
Venturers #78
TOI
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I put a Ultimate on my 2011 RT and just put one on by 2012 Goldwing. Unless you have a tiny butt go for the King seat on the RT.
2021 Can Am Spyder Sea-to-Sky
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Both me and the Missus have AirHawk R seat cushions on our RT stock seat and they are amazing. Took it from a max 2 hr ride to an all day ride. They aint cheap, but are definitely cheaper than a new seat.
http://www.airhawk.net/airhawk-r.aspx
Steve
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You just have to try them...
Everyone is built differently, and as I commented before in other threads, your body posture, muscularity, structural makeup, etc all come into play. I would try the cheapest option first... Airhawk R, then the gel pads under the OEM seat, then the replacement (Ultimate/Corbin) seats. I'm stuck with my airhawk, and don't find the extreme comfort as some individuals find. Maybe it's too soft and I need something stiffer (that's what she said), or maybe my body just isn't built for long rides. I know my bladder isn't built for long rides, lol. Anyway, good luck with your quest and if you do buy an expensive seat replacement be sure there is a return policy and trade it out when you go to sell the spyder.
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Originally Posted by Horsecobbler
I just purchased a 2012 RT after taking a break from riding for 30 years. Military overseas got in the way of my plans. The RT is everything I was looking for and will probably trade it next year for a new model. Give me some ideas for a more comfortable seat for touring along with passenger comfort items.Thanks!
I have a BRP Comfort Seat for sale if you are interested. It's similar to the stock seat, but gives the rider 2" more leg room. I sold my Spyder to my father in law and he wanted the stock seat. No visible wear.
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I'll make it easy for you. Buy the Ultimate Seat. Ride for two weeks. If you don't like it and haven't damaged it, they'll take it back. How could you go wrong. I bought one and it is now a total pleasure to ride. It is FANTASTIC!!!
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2014 RT-S
Akrapovic Exhaust & Cat Bypass
Bajaron Sway Bar w/links / Sena SM-10/Garmin 660
Comfort Seat w Adjustable Backrest
Decals by Purple Harley / Magic Strobe
Kuryakyn Black Widow Pegs Rivco Highway Brackets
Rivco Trunk Mounted Double Flag Holder
FOBO / Spyder Cuff / XM Radio w MC Antenna
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Originally Posted by finless
Going to edit out the last minute about floorboards?
AJ
2014 RT-S
Akrapovic Exhaust & Cat Bypass
Bajaron Sway Bar w/links / Sena SM-10/Garmin 660
Comfort Seat w Adjustable Backrest
Decals by Purple Harley / Magic Strobe
Kuryakyn Black Widow Pegs Rivco Highway Brackets
Rivco Trunk Mounted Double Flag Holder
FOBO / Spyder Cuff / XM Radio w MC Antenna
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