Corbin Seat Reveiw for Quietguy

[Ron in MO_imp]

quietguy Wrote:Just wanted to get your current opinion of your Corbin seat.

It's on my "bucket" list of things to buy next. My major concern is with comfort. I felt one that was on an FJR1300 and I was surprised at just how HARD it felt, just like their was virtually NO padding or cushion on the thing.

Anyway, whatever you'd care to share would be appreciated.

Thank you,

... Lennie I created this post because the PM system wouldn't let me send Quietguy a message.
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No bother, Lennie.

I agree that Corbin seats feel a little stiff when they are new, but as I put more time in the saddle it's beginning to feel much better. My longest ride since installing the seat has only been about two hours, but I had no numbness and support felt very good.

When I first installed the seat, I felt like it sat a little lower than the stock seat. After measuring the seat height on the Corbin and stock seat, they both ended up being the same level. I came to the conclusion that the Corbin felt lower because the carved bucket sits you back more to use the small built in backrest. Because of this I ended up installing a set of GenMar one inch handlebar risers and I feel very well positioned now.

I'm only 5'10" but have long arms (34" sleeve length) so you may fit different. I am planning on riding about ten hours to the forum rally in WV this June, so that will be the real test of the seat. I'm hoping it keeps on feeling better after each ride, so it should be great by then!

Hope this info helps out with your research.

Regards,
Ron