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Old 02-12-2013, 09:21 AM
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I have a Reduced Reach Solo and a Reduced Reach Two-up. I'm looking to purchase a new seat (prefer a solo) for long rides. When I say long rides, I mean muti-state rides. Can anyone suggest a good seat, solo or two-up. Thanks in advance!
 
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Old 02-12-2013, 09:23 AM
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Mustang Vintage Solo.Much better than the Reduced Reach seat.I have ran both.
 
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+1, I have a Sundowner and a Mustang. The Mustang Vintage Solo is the best seat ever IMO.
 
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Old 02-12-2013, 09:39 AM
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You mentioned you have the reduced reach seats? How tall are you and how much of an issue would you have flat footing with another seat? Do you have an issue reaching the foot controls? I'm willing to bet that the Mustang seat will sit you further back. The handlebars can be moved a little closer to you so that may not be a problem. If, however, you need to be as low as possible or as far forward as possible to reach the foot controls you may not be able to use a some of the aftermarket seats.
 
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I like the 52 K-Model seat from V-Twin, I can stay on it all day.
 
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I've done multi-state rides on my Mustang solo tripper seat. Looks good on the bike too!
 
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I'd pick up a solo seat on the Bay for cheap and have it reworked so it is exactly what you want, you can do it for the cost (or less) of a new one.
 
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Here's a less expensive option to get a more comfortable seat-

http://www.facebook.com/notes/dk-cus...88014931217578
 
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Thanks everyone for the feedback, suggestions and tips!
 
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Old 02-12-2013, 10:34 PM
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Originally Posted by dwagar
+1, I have a Sundowner and a Mustang. The Mustang Vintage Solo is the best seat ever IMO.

+ 2 on the Mustang. Just put on the wide vintage solo seat. Its a different ride.
 


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