street bob discomfort
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#33
I've had my '07 Bob for 4/5 years now and initially I too found it a problem with my lower back. As a previous reply says - don't be afraid to experiment. I bought a Corbin seat with a back rest which helped massively for me. Also I put cruise pegs on and ajusted the handlebars a tad which as a package has made it 110% more comfortable.
My stealer has a great new idea for this year which is a 'fit shop'. You literally drop in and a techy checks out your riding position and makes ajustmenst and suggestions etc. on how to get the most comfortable riding position set up. Of course the real reason behind it is to sell you copious expensive add ons - but its quite good for ajusting what you've got if you are resolute!
My stealer has a great new idea for this year which is a 'fit shop'. You literally drop in and a techy checks out your riding position and makes ajustmenst and suggestions etc. on how to get the most comfortable riding position set up. Of course the real reason behind it is to sell you copious expensive add ons - but its quite good for ajusting what you've got if you are resolute!
#34
I hated the OEM seat. It looked comfortable but I kept sliding from one side or the other. I bought a Mustang Wide Vintage seat and it has been great. I actually sit this seat instead of straddle it. If you do a search for Mustang seat you will find several pics of guys (including me) that have them.
http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/produc...800018#fitment
RWB, is this it? Good deal here?
#35
#36
I didn't read through all the posts so forgive me if someone has all ready told you this. I am a woman on 5'7" and 140 pounds. My bobber is the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden and even though I have only been a a licensed rider for 4 years now, I have ridden over 25 HD in that time. I love the mid controls at my height but do need to stretch out after a bit so instead of spending the money and gettin forwards that I may have trouble reaching, I added a pair of highwy pegs that I found on the forum here from a member for under $100. These changed my comfort level a lot. The lower back issue was also a BIG problem for me until I picked up my shield. A lot of people love the wind in their face and never have a problem with it but with my shield, my back doesn't spend all of that effort to fight the wind and I like to go "WOT" a lot so there is usually a lot of wind to deal with.
Believe it or not, a well place windshield will make a world of difference. The stock seat does suck and you can always change it but that is quite a bit more expense and wont help if you are still fighting against the wind all of the time.
Good luck! You will enjoy your bob once you make her yours!!
Believe it or not, a well place windshield will make a world of difference. The stock seat does suck and you can always change it but that is quite a bit more expense and wont help if you are still fighting against the wind all of the time.
Good luck! You will enjoy your bob once you make her yours!!
#38
http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/produc...Id=454281&mmy=
But you will have to hurry they have it at close out prices of $290.oo
You have to read Mustang ads carefully they have so many that are similar but not the same.
Here is a pic of mine on my Street Bob
#39
Hello fellow Bobbers,
I am a new rider and I have owned by Street Bob for about 350 miles now and I am going through the exact same issues with the bike. Buyers remorse, should have gotten the Cross Bones, forward controls or not, seat is like sitting on a rock, bars not quite right.....I feel your pain literally!! My dealer did not sit me on the bike to fit it to me specifically. I went to another dealer for a Harley event and stopped in to the service dept and they adjusted my bars lower as my arms were to straight. Much better!
I am 5'7" and 135, mostly legs, but I wasn't too concerned with the mid controls until I rode for 1.5 hours and got cramps in my hips on the way home. Could be the seat width or the mid controls, I don't know yet. I was actually going to bring the bike in today to have forward controls put on, but I like the idea of highway pegs to see if that helps. I test drove a bike with the forward controls and I liked them, but it was the Sportster 48 and that bike has a more aggressive position.
It is a bit frustrating for me as I don't know too much about bikes and everyone has their own ideas about things. It's a learning process that's for sure!! But it's the most fun I have ever had!
I am a new rider and I have owned by Street Bob for about 350 miles now and I am going through the exact same issues with the bike. Buyers remorse, should have gotten the Cross Bones, forward controls or not, seat is like sitting on a rock, bars not quite right.....I feel your pain literally!! My dealer did not sit me on the bike to fit it to me specifically. I went to another dealer for a Harley event and stopped in to the service dept and they adjusted my bars lower as my arms were to straight. Much better!
I am 5'7" and 135, mostly legs, but I wasn't too concerned with the mid controls until I rode for 1.5 hours and got cramps in my hips on the way home. Could be the seat width or the mid controls, I don't know yet. I was actually going to bring the bike in today to have forward controls put on, but I like the idea of highway pegs to see if that helps. I test drove a bike with the forward controls and I liked them, but it was the Sportster 48 and that bike has a more aggressive position.
It is a bit frustrating for me as I don't know too much about bikes and everyone has their own ideas about things. It's a learning process that's for sure!! But it's the most fun I have ever had!
Last edited by SpikeisMYbike; 03-14-2011 at 11:14 AM.