I just hooked up in the new leather Coast-To-Coast seat. It sits a bit taller and I believe moves you back a little too. My boots used to hit the fenders when I turned but now I have about three inches of clearance. I need to take my backrest to an upholstery shop and get it matched up. Can't wait to get some real miles on it.
It comes with rain covers. I've had leather seats in the past and the only real issue is they will absorb water and take a while to dry as opposed to vinyl.