Replacement seat price comparison?

[Rando]

I paid $1350 for a Kontour seat.

Are you happy with it?

[bo9roadking]

Are you happy with it?

So far I'm pleased with it. I don't have a lot of time in the saddle yet, but I'm not setting in my own sweat while riding in the Texas heat like I was with the stock vinyl seat. The breathability was the main reason that I went with Kontour over the others.

I'm sure the seat's mesh covering along with adding the Baker Air Wings for directed air flow has helped with keeping things cooler. I also don't have to worry about hopping on a hot 170+ degree seat after it has been setting all day at work in the parking lot because the seat reflects 70 percent of the radiant heat. The seat is much cooler than it was before. The seat's waterproof barrier is also a plus because I don't need to protect the seat when I'm caught in the rain.

The only downside to the seat other than being pricey is that it isn't as "pretty" to look at when compared to a Corbin or Ultimate seat. I like both of those seats, but function was more important to me than looks. The Kontour looks good, but it is different because it is covered in a mesh material instead of leather or vinyl.

[Kagey_98]

"Hi Kevin:

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, however you may want to sit down (literally) before I tell you what we now charge for the Spyder RT seat: $1500.00.

It's the most difficult seat we've EVER had to deal with - by far - and takes two full days to build. Most of the extra time is due to labor involved. There's a HUGE difference between it and the RS seat, which we will build for $875.00 with both sections rebuilt to full KonTour Specification, or just the driver for $775.00.

Best,

Ron"

[bo9roadking]

"Hi Kevin:

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, however you may want to sit down (literally) before I tell you what we now charge for the Spyder RT seat: $1500.00.

It's the most difficult seat we've EVER had to deal with - by far - and takes two full days to build. Most of the extra time is due to labor involved. There's a HUGE difference between it and the RS seat, which we will build for $875.00 with both sections rebuilt to full KonTour Specification, or just the driver for $775.00.

Best,

Ron"

Wow, the price has jumped up. That is $150 more than I paid last month. Does that include recovering the passenger backrest and the driver backrest or is that quote only for the seat?

[Kagey_98]

Wow, the price has jumped up. That is $150 more than I paid last month. Does that include recovering the passenger backrest and the driver backrest or is that quote only for the seat?

Options requested: Backrest, Magnum

[bo9roadking]

Options requested: Backrest, Magnum

I'm guessing the magnum option will require additional construction in the seating area that accounts for the higher cost. Even though my seat is built to Kontour specs, it still has the shape of the stock seat.

[spyder3]

Options requested: Backrest, Magnum

Are you getting the backrest from kontour also ? Along with the magnum i can see how you got up there.

I guess the question now is if knowing what i know now about the seat would i do it again at a higher price...

Yup....I have no issues riding for extended periods. I have also found what i wear has an effect on comfort level. LD comfort shorts and mesh pants works best for me. Your results may vary.

[FrankPa]

New Image, York, PA

Rebuilt my seat, moved 'step' back 3", recovered in a more breathable vinyl, added embroidery to seat back. $450.00

VERY COMFORTABLE.

Tell then Frank from Harrisburg sent you from SpyderLovers (I don't get a cut, though)
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[spyder3]

"Hi Kevin:

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, however you may want to sit down (literally) before I tell you what we now charge for the Spyder RT seat: $1500.00.

It's the most difficult seat we've EVER had to deal with - by far - and takes two full days to build. Most of the extra time is due to labor involved. There's a HUGE difference between it and the RS seat, which we will build for $875.00 with both sections rebuilt to full KonTour Specification, or just the driver for $775.00.

Best,

Ron"

Holy .

[Dragonrider]

I've had Russell, Mustang, and Corbin seats on my various rides, and always come back to the Corbin.

I have a Corbin driver/passenger seat with backrest (non-heat), and did NOT buy the pillion replacement - rather I had Corbin match the stock stitching. It looks and feels great, and the cost was under $700 (purchased in 2010). I went with the Russell on my BMW, because I needed a narrow front and dished pan, which the could do, and Corbin couldn't. I didn't find the cushion to be much better than stock - same with the Mustang. I just find I have more support with the Corbin.

I also use a "Bead Rider" when it gets hot - allows better air circulation, and if I get caught in the rain - I don't have to sit in water…. JMHO.

[tofriendscreek]

I rode my RS about 12K last year with the BRP Comfort Seat and was very comfortable on it. My RT seat did not agree with my posterior. While at Spyderfest I sat on a bunch of different seats, some with backrests, etc., and my back side wasn't particularly impressed with any of them, especially when the cost came into view. I kept looking and think I found a low cost solution that has worked for me. Please note, I don't want a backrest, heat, embroidery, gas door or the like. And I didn't want to spend a bunch of cash to eliminate those dang hot spots I would get.

Found a small company in the little town of Jonesboro, Indiana, called Astech Seats. Rode over and had their mod done a few weeks ago. After 700 miles, I'm really like what they did. It works for me and at a fraction of the big name brands. May or may not work for others.