Kirknik
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Still running against the wind
Winnipeg, Mb Canada
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« on: October 14, 2018, 08:06:02 AM » |
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Another new guy question.
I have a 98 Tourer. Want to get a better seat. Pretty much settled on the Ultimate seat but not sure which one. Im 6'1" 190lbs. I feel like i wanna be lower 'into' the bike and farther from handlebars an inch ish.
Do I want the Big Boy or Lowrider seat? Feels like the big biy is the right one but dont wanna be higher up. Does it really make much difference?
Thoughts anyone?
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98valk
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« Reply #1 on: October 14, 2018, 08:10:22 AM » |
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have u considered the '00+ OEM seat? $100 fantastic seat, and I use sheep skin cover to make it even better.
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1998 Std/Tourer, 2007 DR200SE, 1981 CB900C 10speed
1973 Duster 340 4-speed rare A/C, 2001 F250 4x4 7.3L, 6sp
"Our Constitution was made only for a Moral and Religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the goverment of any other."
John Adams 10/11/1798
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Kirknik
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Still running against the wind
Winnipeg, Mb Canada
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« Reply #2 on: October 14, 2018, 08:30:15 AM » |
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I wasnt aware it was different than my oem seat?
Tell me more?
I feel like im sliding forward with my oem seat.
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« Reply #3 on: October 14, 2018, 08:30:22 AM » |
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98valk
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« Reply #4 on: October 14, 2018, 08:36:03 AM » |
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I wasnt aware it was different than my oem seat?
Tell me more?
I feel like im sliding forward with my oem seat.
very similar to mustang seat with better foam. search on here, many reviews for it. review I saved, has pics also. http://www.valkyrieforum.com/bbs/index.php/topic,26782.0.html |
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« Last Edit: October 14, 2018, 08:52:25 AM by 98valk, (aka CA) »
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1998 Std/Tourer, 2007 DR200SE, 1981 CB900C 10speed
1973 Duster 340 4-speed rare A/C, 2001 F250 4x4 7.3L, 6sp
"Our Constitution was made only for a Moral and Religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the goverment of any other."
John Adams 10/11/1798
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Chrisj CMA
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« Reply #5 on: October 14, 2018, 11:25:43 AM » |
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Another new guy question.
I have a 98 Tourer. Want to get a better seat. Pretty much settled on the Ultimate seat but not sure which one. Im 6'1" 190lbs. I feel like i wanna be lower 'into' the bike and farther from handlebars an inch ish.
Do I want the Big Boy or Lowrider seat? Feels like the big biy is the right one but dont wanna be higher up. Does it really make much difference?
Thoughts anyone?
You are definitely too big for the Lowrider |
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Beardo
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« Reply #6 on: October 14, 2018, 01:04:11 PM » |
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Another new guy question.
I have a 98 Tourer. Want to get a better seat. Pretty much settled on the Ultimate seat but not sure which one. Im 6'1" 190lbs. I feel like i wanna be lower 'into' the bike and farther from handlebars an inch ish.
Do I want the Big Boy or Lowrider seat? Feels like the big biy is the right one but dont wanna be higher up. Does it really make much difference?
Thoughts anyone?
I’m 6’ 200lbs, I bought the Big Boy per the specs on the website. It does make you sit higher and more “on” the bike rather than “in” it. Felt like I was sliding forward on braking too. Line of sight was definitely higher above the windshield than stock. I sat on a Lowrider at Inzane and loved it, felt more locked into the bike. Might not be as cushy as the Big Boy, but I liked it better. I would have traded if I’d have found someone willing. Just my 2 cents, YMMV. |
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Kirknik
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Still running against the wind
Winnipeg, Mb Canada
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« Reply #7 on: October 14, 2018, 01:04:43 PM » |
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Thank you for the info. Gonna try the newer seat. Looks like what im after and price is right. Canadian dollar makes everything much more expensive but even $170ish after exchange and shipping is worth it.
Bikes in hibernation now till April anyway.
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Bone
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« Reply #8 on: October 14, 2018, 03:09:39 PM » |
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I've put 70k on the newer OEM seat I like the changes they made.
I'm 6' riding a 98 Tourer.
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signart
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« Reply #9 on: October 14, 2018, 03:29:19 PM » |
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Another new guy question.
I have a 98 Tourer. Want to get a better seat. Pretty much settled on the Ultimate seat but not sure which one. Im 6'1" 190lbs. I feel like i wanna be lower 'into' the bike and farther from handlebars an inch ish.
Do I want the Big Boy or Lowrider seat? Feels like the big biy is the right one but dont wanna be higher up. Does it really make much difference?
Thoughts anyone?
I’m 6’ 200lbs, I bought the Big Boy per the specs on the website. It does make you sit higher and more “on” the bike rather than “in” it. Felt like I was sliding forward on braking too. Line of sight was definitely higher above the windshield than stock. I sat on a Lowrider at Inzane and loved it, felt more locked into the bike. Might not be as cushy as the Big Boy, but I liked it better. I would have traded if I’d have found someone willing. Just my 2 cents, YMMV. I agree here. At 6'2" Big boy seat is uncomfortable at red lights, and stops. Bike does not handle as well in any situation because of the higher center of gravity in my experience. Other than that it is ok, just wish it sat lower. |
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Gryphon Rider
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2000 Tourer
Calgary, Alberta
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« Reply #10 on: October 15, 2018, 06:54:45 AM » |
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Thank you for the info. Gonna try the newer seat. Looks like what im after and price is right. Canadian dollar makes everything much more expensive but even $170ish after exchange and shipping is worth it.
Bikes in hibernation now till April anyway.
If you happen to be in Calgary before the snow flies again, feel free to get in touch and you can try out my 2000 Tourer seat. It has a small gash in the vinyl so it's sitting on my shelf unused right now, but it would be fine for testing its comfort. |
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big rebel
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« Reply #11 on: October 15, 2018, 01:32:01 PM » |
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Is the Part number 77200-MZO A80 the right OEM seat to fit a 1998 tourer? I would like to get one of those seats.
Over the last 3 years you guys have helped me a lot. Want to say thanks.
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hubcapsc
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South Carolina
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« Reply #12 on: October 15, 2018, 01:58:51 PM » |
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Is the Part number 77200-MZO A80 the right OEM seat to fit a 1998 tourer? I would like to get one of those seats.
Over the last 3 years you guys have helped me a lot. Want to say thanks.
That part number seems right to me. -Mike |
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Bone
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« Reply #13 on: October 15, 2018, 04:13:11 PM » |
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That's the number on my 2011reciept I paid 93.75 shipping & handling.
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