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Old 02-14-2023, 01:18 AM
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Originally Posted by FranBunnyFFXII
You can get a Knuckle Profiler for the Fat Bob.https://saddlemen.com/index.php?rout...FBS+Fat+BobBut you're right they don't make an Explorer seat for the Fat Bob.
I don't like the look of that seat though.
 
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Old 02-14-2023, 05:03 AM
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Originally Posted by murphc13
I don't like the look of that seat though.
Hmm. I thought it looked like a pretty good match up on my Fat Boy but the width and style of bike may make the difference.
Pics below, This is the version I got customized.
The Corbin seat I'd be mostly concerned over the way it's back is so high up that getting a backpack on, or a backseat bag strapped to your sissybar or something like that would be.
But it seems like you probably aren't concerned about it.



 
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Old 02-14-2023, 06:12 AM
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Originally Posted by FranBunnyFFXII
Hmm. I thought it looked like a pretty good match up on my Fat Boy but the width and style of bike may make the difference.Pics below, This is the version I got customized.The Corbin seat I'd be mostly concerned over the way it's back is so high up that getting a backpack on, or a backseat bag strapped to your sissybar or something like that would be.But it seems like you probably aren't concerned about it. 
I've ordered a step up with orange stitching in black this morning.I'll post pics when it's on.Cant wait.Nice Fat Boy man.
 
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Old 02-14-2023, 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by murphc13
I've ordered a step up with orange stitching in black this morning.I'll post pics when it's on.Cant wait.Nice Fat Boy man.
Nice! A lot of people love the Step up. I was looking at the Tuck and Roll version before I go the other 2 seats. But the Step-Up isn't really befitting the fat boy.
The Step Up however looks pretty good on the Fat Bob and LRS.
 
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Old 02-14-2023, 10:09 AM
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550$!!!!I live in Ireland...so add 100-150 for shipping and then about the same on top for import duty.I want so.ething that looks the ****(I want orange stitching) and is comfy and doesn't push me forward.
I think I might like to sit further back but that assumption is based off the idea that my legs feel like they'd like to be a little more stretched out but my arms don't so I'm not 100%on my decision here.
hi mate i had a step-up seat i sold it because it pushed me too forward(from std seat) and wasn't that comfy even with the gel pad, I now have a Lepera Kick-flip and are very happy with position and comfort
 
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hi mate i had a step-up seat i sold it because it pushed me too forward(from std seat) and wasn't that comfy even with the gel pad, I now have a Lepera Kick-flip and are very happy with position and comfort
I liked my Kickflip quite a bit on my RGS. Only sold it because it wasn't great for the wife anytime we went longer than 30-45 minutes. For the rider though, I thought it was great.
 
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Got my new air cleaner insert today, and fixed my broken derby cover bolt & swapped them with black bolts.

 
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Originally Posted by Doublefelix
can you take a pic of the bottom edge of your left side bag? I would love to see the clearance. Thanks
Both sides have good clearance from anything. The exhaust side has a couple of inches of clearance. If you're concerned, email the crew at Leatherworks and tell them what you're riding and any modifications. They'll make sure you're good to go.

Here is a shot from the exhaust side, but it doesn't show the clearance. It's at least 2-3 inches. There is no issue with heat off the exhaust.

These are 303X Short Pony Express Bags for reference. Also, the leather bags are not pre drilled for attachment to the mount. You can lift up, down, left or right to get the fit you want.




 
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Originally Posted by FranBunnyFFXII
Nice! A lot of people love the Step up. I was looking at the Tuck and Roll version before I go the other 2 seats. But the Step-Up isn't really befitting the fat boy.The Step Up however looks pretty good on the Fat Bob and LRS.
now that you say it I haven't seen a step up on a Fat Boy and not sure if it would look good.
 
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Old 02-16-2023, 04:35 AM
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Well, I got in there and checked the connections for the bars, everywhere except pulling the wires out of the bars themselves and checking the connection there, and no joy, still have that pesky check engine light. I did manage to get the fuse changed for the charging port, and got it on the tender last night.

The bike starts, runs, and rides, so, for right now, it's an FAI issue. Something else happened though. I tripped in my tiny little garage, fell over, and my foot got wedged between the peg, and the brake. I couldn't tell you how it happened, but on the way down, the tool I had in my hand nicked the tank. I kind of lucked out, because I thought the bike was going to come down on top of me. I ripped the curtains out of the window on the way down, just grabbing for something. I couldn't tell you exactly how it happened. I sat there for a second, dumbstruck that I was on the floor, and my foot was literally wedged between the peg and the brake pedal. I wasn't on the bike when it happened.

Anyway, I gave my bike it's christening. It's just a tiny scratch.
 
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