I just purchased a 2005 XL 1200 custom and ABSOLUTLY Luv this motorcycle but hate the seat!!! It looks good but after an hour of riding I have to stop.

I am in the market for a replacement 2-up riding seat that offers comfort and style.I like the looks of the Le Pera Maverick & Daytona but don't know anything about these seats or any other seats for the 1200 custom. I saw the Sundowner seat in the Harley book and may consider it as well.

Any advice or help about ANY type of touring seat will help. I plan on keeping this motorcycle so price under $400 would be great. Thanks for your time!!

JS

 

I got my Mustang Vintage seat set, brand new and shipped to my door, for $275 off of a place on e-bay. I have nothing but good things to say about it.I bought a real Bandlander (not the Badlander style that is on some Sportsters as the stock seat) and it was equally as terrible as the stock block.

 

I researched this forum and others regarding "best" seat issues. Mustang seemed to get the best reviews.
So I just bought a Mustang Vintage Solo for my '04 1200C. So far so good. It's not as soft as I was hoping, but it fits my ***, and sits me up a bit taller in the seat(I'm 6'4"). I was using the stock seat and an AirHawk Cushion, which wasn't too bad. I too, need a comfy 2up. I'm trying to find someone who has a Corbin Rumble Seat(has built=in passenger backrest)-but nobody seems to have one for their Sporty.
Good Luck anyway!
Dave

 

I bought a Sundowner and it took a littl egetting use to, but its a nice seat.

Tom

 

I love the feel, comfort and looks of my Mustang Vintage. Plus, I have the Mustang passenger seat and backrest. I even did some custom stud work to make it my own.

 

C&C makes an awsome seat. They are reasonable and you can have it made to your liking....

 

DexterD,
Several posts mentioned the Mustang put them noticeably forward. Did you feel yours did?

Just got my Drag Specialties seat delivered, can't wait to try it out tomorrow.

Edit: Got it - Great riding seat. Really like the look

 

That's too bad. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones. I have an 05 1200 C and love the stock seat.

 

2 months ago I rode to Arkansas around and back. Blisters on my butt(stock seat). Bought a Sundowner and did 730 miles, butt was just fine! The seat rocks!!!

 

Another vote for the Sundowner...