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Trying to decide which a/mkt seat for 2020 RT Ltd - any discussion?
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ARtraveler
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The Corbin seats have a reputation for being "hard." I put one on my 2008 GS and liked it. I referred to the hardness as "supportive." The thing with Corbins, you either love them or hate them. Throughout the rest of my Spyders I used BRP comfort seats on all the RT's. When we bought the F3's, I went with a Cannonball (BRP) seat and Linda stuck with the OEM. The only Spyder out of seven that we did not replace the OEM seat on.
Ultimates have a GOOD reputation on the site. I recommend a "test sit" to make sure that you are buying the seat that suits YOU best. :thumbup:
Ultimates have a GOOD reputation on the site. I recommend a "test sit" to make sure that you are buying the seat that suits YOU best. :thumbup:
troop
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I also have used Corbin, Mustang, Sargent and modified seats (Laam) on different bikes. Used Corbin's on four different bikes over the years. I never had a Corbin I didn't like. Never tried an Ultimate seat. That said, I've seen plenty of fitment issues lately with Corbin's. Not sure how their current QC is these days. Don't hear much bad about Ultimate. Me? I like the two piece design, and would look again at Seth Laam or Russell day Long. Going to give the Comfort seat on my new S2S a season before I decide. Good luck.
BajaRon
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The thing about seats which makes it difficult is that one person will love seat A, and the next person will hate it, preferring seat B. If fit, build, and construction are of good quality, there are still too many variables to say one is better than the other. I've found seats to be a trial and error situation. I've not found a way to get past it other than sitting on each for the machine you intend to install them on. Even then, you're not going to know for sure until you spend a few hours on one.
Good luck!
Good luck!
CloverHillCrawler
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I love my corbin (so does my wife) with the way it feels we can go out for long rides with no issues, but the fitment to the F3 is sloppy. It could be a bit more "refined" for the money that you are paying for it.
Bangorbob
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I stated I like the Corbin the best. I agree with BajaRon. My problem is God or someone never gave me a motorcycle butt. I have never been able to ride for more than 45 - 60 minutes using any seat. I guess that is good cus I have to stop and drink something and stretch. Good luck with what ever you get and just get out and ride.
Quickdraw
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I have the Corbin 1 piece on my 2021 base model. I absolutely love it. It's not hard. It is taller than the stock seat however by an inch or 2, but because I have the HeliBars and a taller windshield, I don't mind. I like how now I don't have to prop up my seat to fill the tank.
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The fitment is great,no gaps. I really like the Fuel door instead of having to raise the seat to fuel up, and for ride height you can customize that. I'm 6'2 with a 36 inch inseam. I had some added to the seat height to change the leg angle and love it.
Check out my post "New Corbin Seat" I have Pictures of the process of them making it.
https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?154876-New-Corbin-Custom-Seat&p=1674876#post1674876
Tango
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You need to get to a rally that has a seat vendor. Best way to try a seat. Or, head to CA. to visit a seat maker. The best ones are there IMO. I would not buy a Corbin unless it were from an in person visit! Their fit and finish is terrible. :yikes: I speak from experience. And customer service? The worst I have seen from any manufacturer! :cus: Tom :spyder:
CloverHillCrawler
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I wholeheartedly agree on the Bad Customer Service from Corbin, when I called about trying to get the fitment issues taken care of I was pretty much blown off. Same with any of the email responses.
As much as I love the feel of this seat it will be the last one I buy from corbin unless like other people have said you are there with them in person at a rally or factory.
As much as I love the feel of this seat it will be the last one I buy from corbin unless like other people have said you are there with them in person at a rally or factory.
troop
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Perfect .. Thank you. I'm 6'3" with 36" inseam. I have had added height done to a couple Corbin's in the past also. Is the rider seat truly only 12.5" W ? thanks
Peteoz
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EODSF, heed Bajaron’s advice above. We are all different. Unless you can try a seat for a longer ride, and hand it back if it doesn’t work, don’t go for a “one size fits all”. Just because someone above has recommended a particular brand, it does not mean it will work for you. Look at whether you can afford the extra for Daylong or Laam, which are “guaranteed” to provide you with all day comfort. I factor the cost of a Daylong into every new bike I buy, and have done for 15+ years.
Pete
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