After market Seat for 2013 RT Ltd

[JayJay]

I just purchased a 2013 RT Ltd. Because I am heavy set (5'11"/300lbs) my seating position seems to be more forward than I like. It also creates an uncomfortable right foot position causing me to stomp rather than feather the brakes. If my seating position was back a couple of inches it would work out a lot better and I could rest my heel on the floorboard while applying the brakes. Do any of the aftermarket seats have a position that is further back as compared to OEM?

 

[Bob Denman]

Ultimate has one... :thumbup:

 

[Marker]

I just purchased a 2013 RT Ltd. Because I am heavy set (5'11"/300lbs) my seating position seems to be more forward than I like. It also creates an uncomfortable right foot position causing me to stomp rather than feather the brakes. If my seating position was back a couple of inches it would work out a lot better and I could rest my heel on the floorboard while applying the brakes. Do any of the aftermarket seats have a position that is further back as compared to OEM?

I know Corbin has a part number for the Lamonster cut and it will sit you 2"farther back but it will cost your passenger area 2" http://www.corbin.com/can-am/cart10.shtml. I know other members will chime in with their suggestions

 

[diesel-dawg]

I just purchased a 2013 RT Ltd. Because I am heavy set (5'11"/300lbs) my seating position seems to be more forward than I like. It also creates an uncomfortable right foot position causing me to stomp rather than feather the brakes. If my seating position was back a couple of inches it would work out a lot better and I could rest my heel on the floorboard while applying the brakes. Do any of the aftermarket seats have a position that is further back as compared to OEM?

JayJay, I am in the same boat on the seat not fitting me. Here is what I am doing: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ed-new-on-April-27-2013-seat-being-customized

 

[stevedfive]

The BRP Comfort Seat

Comfort Seat - Ultra comfortable with lumbar support. Roomier for driver for improved comfort during long rides. Driver seating area pushes back by 2” (5 cm), thus relaxing the driver’s knees and upper body. Stock backrest to match Comfort Seat

 

[2Paw]

Same height and weight

I have the BRP comfort seat and it seems to do for me

 

[ARtraveler]

The above poster have you covered. I have a Corbin on one RT and the BRP Comfort seat on the other RT.

You will get two extra inches of room on the Comfort and can get a special Lamonster Cut on the Corbin. Not sure about the other mentioned.

The BRP Comfort will set you back $599 for the RT. Other seats $750 plus if you add backrest, heat, etc.

 

[JayJay]

Thank you!!

Thanks everyone for your input. Buying an aftermarket seat to address a weight induced ergonomic issue seems to be a bit of a Cr*p shoot. Unfortunately it is an expensive gamble. I think I will give the BRP comfort seat a try. It appears to address the immediate need without breaking the bank. Maybe I will invest the money I save in a "Diet Plan". A 100lbs gone would make any seat fit better and make the Spyder go even faster :yes:.

 

[DoggyDaddy]

Ditto on the Ultimate Seat

I'm getting ready to order the Ultimate seat (Tallboy model) to give me more legroom. If you go that route consider getting the rider backrest as that should also help your comfort. I am not a big fan of Corbin seats having had so-so experience with them on two previous machines. I was not impressed with their quality and they take a looooong time to break-in. Also, by default, Corbins are covered in leather and require more care than the vinyl on the Ultimate (or on the stock RT) seat. There are a number of posts on the forum regarding seat options, do a search for them and you will likely get more useful info.

 

[harrypottar]

The above poster have you covered. I have a Corbin on one RT and the BRP Comfort seat on the other RT.

You will get two extra inches of room on the Comfort and can get a special Lamonster Cut on the Corbin. Not sure about the other mentioned.

The BRP Comfort will set you back $599 for the RT. Other seats $750 plus if you add backrest, heat, etc.

The fact that you have both the BRP comfort seat and the Corbin, can you offer insight into which one is better in regard to comfort and room.

thanks

harry

 

[Ga Blue Knight]

Keep in mind that for every 7#s removed from a bike it feels like one additional HP. So lose 70#s and gain 10 HP! I just lost 20 so I picked up 3HP. Swapped the stock muffler for a carbon fiber two brothers and another 20#s off for a total of 6HP. Makes loosing weight sound like fun........Not!

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Keep in mind that for every 7#s removed from a bike it feels like one additional HP. So lose 70#s and gain 10 HP! I just lost 20 so I picked up 3HP. Swapped the stock muffler for a carbon fiber two brothers and another 20#s off for a total of 6HP. Makes loosing weight sound like fun........Not!

Wow, I was doing good like you down 25 # and have the Two Bros for another 20# but today I had a double scoop ice cream cone so I must have lost a hp or two :banghead:

 

[Yol Bolsun]

I really like my Ultimate Tallboy.

 

[Dan McNally]

Thanks everyone for your input. Buying an aftermarket seat to address a weight induced ergonomic issue seems to be a bit of a Cr*p shoot. Unfortunately it is an expensive gamble. I think I will give the BRP comfort seat a try. It appears to address the immediate need without breaking the bank. Maybe I will invest the money I save in a "Diet Plan". A 100lbs gone would make any seat fit better and make the Spyder go even faster :yes:.

Might not need a whole 100 . . . I'm 6'2" and weigh 300 . . . the brown leather seat that came on my 2013 RT Limited fits great!

 

[Bob Denman]

Keep in mind that for every 7#s removed from a bike it feels like one additional HP. So lose 70#s and gain 10 HP! I just lost 20 so I picked up 3HP. Swapped the stock muffler for a carbon fiber two brothers and another 20#s off for a total of 6HP.

I'd rather just pull the hair out of my nose and ears, clean the wax out of my ears, the lint out of my bellybutton and take a good :cus: before getting speedy...
:roflblack:

 

[ARtraveler]

The fact that you have both the BRP comfort seat and the Corbin, can you offer insight into which one is better in regard to comfort and room.

thanks

harry

RE: Corbin--People either like or hate the Corbin set up. It is much harder than other seats I have used. It takes 500 to 1000 miles to get "broke in" and shaped to your butt. I have over 50,000 miles on Corbins--had one on my 2008 and one on my current 2010 (different seats). I was fine until my back issues started making themselves known. I also have the Corbin backrest on the seat for me. I now add either a sheepskin/gel or an Airhawk to the package. Sometimes both. I would probably not get a Corbin on a future :spyder2:.

RE: BRP Comfort seat--I do like this compared to the OEM seat that is provided on the :ani29:. It offers more support and gives a couple inches more back room. I have ridden up to 100 miles at a time on the Comfort seat, and find I am not as "road weary" as with the Corbin.

It used to be my thing to ride all day on Saturday and Sunday--but that is now getting harder for me to do with my back issues. We did 400 miles this last weekend though.

Hope this answers your questions Harry.