06-02-2017, 01:42 AM
(06-02-2017, 01:22 AM)Gumby 1100_imp Wrote: Corbin seats always seem firm at first to those not familiar with them. I have always found that, in the long run, firm is more comfortable than squishy-soft.
That said, every butt is different and "one size fits all" does not apply with Corbin seats. Used Corbins are often sold because they were considered too firm by the original owner...they may not even have given them time to "break-in" properly before putting them up for sale. And, lighter riders barely put a "dent" in a Corbin, thereby requiring more break-in time.
The Corbin on my CB is the softest Corbin I have ever owned and is extremely comfortable, especially with the improved geometry/ergonomics compared to the stock Honda "squish & flex fest". I believe that the key with my current Corbin is that I ordered it with 1/2" more height than stock due to the fact that I am 6'-1" and at least 220 lbs. The extra height seems to have been built-up with a softer foam on top of the firmer foundation foam from the basic Corbin. Standard height Corbins are likely much firmer, and hence the reason for more complaints.
I have never had a Corbin seat but I love my Mustang seat on my Night Train and they follow the same construction philosophy as Corbin - firmer is better.
Could I bother you for a picture of your seat Gumby? I am 6'2" roughly 230lbs so I suspect we would have similar needs in a seat.
I like the looks of the stock seat on the CB but have been spoiled by my Mustang seat and have realized that if I want to ride for more than 1hr that a new seat would help.