02-14-2018, 02:12 PM
(02-14-2018, 11:27 AM)VLJ_imp Wrote: mickey, I was responding to this...
Flytech99 Wrote:Honestly, I'm glad I made the mistake because this is the seat I wanted in the first place but assumed I couldn't get it.
Whether it's a Euro-spec seat from Honda, or a set of turnsignals from Yamaha, or anything else, there really is no reason to think you can't get something here, just because it's not offered in U.S. dealerships. My U.S.-spec XSR900 came with the giant, floppy Great Pumpkin turnsignals that everyone here hates. So, I simply ordered up a set of the much sleeker Yamaha turnsignals from the Euro-spec XSR900.
No problem. If it's not offered here, order it from somewhere else.
Whether it's a Euro-spec seat from Honda, or a set of turnsignals from Yamaha, or anything else, there really is no reason to think you can't get something here, just because it's not offered in U.S. dealerships. My U.S.-spec XSR900 came with the giant, floppy Great Pumpkin turnsignals that everyone here hates. So, I simply ordered up a set of the much sleeker Yamaha turnsignals from the Euro-spec XSR900.
No problem. If it's not offered here, order it from somewhere else.
VLJ,
Believe me, I'm quite comfortable sourcing parts and accessories from wherever they are available. In this case, I was primarily going for the shape of the 2017 seat because it has the sleekest profile. Yes, I prefer the look of the RS seat (to be unique) but I also knew I'd be in it for $350 - $400 if I had to buy one and have it shipped from overseas. By comparison, I only paid $289 for this one. At that price, I was simply settling for the EX style based on value.
Despite my long winded post, the point I was really trying to make was what Ferret highlighted as well. Why is a part for a non-US spec model being stocked at a Honda warehouse stateside? Just makes ya wonder.........
(02-14-2018, 12:13 PM)Ulvetanna_imp Wrote: Seat looks very good on the 2014.
Thanks! Bike is going through a pretty dramatic transformation, so when it's done I'll create a thread with all the mods and accessories and better pics of the seat.