The Corbin is a beautiful seat, looks fantastic, the backrest is phenomenal. The seat is also very hard that makes it uncomfortable for long trips. The seating element is non-OEM so the heat cannot be adjusted and your butt will be frying. Because it plugs into the battery directly requires you to buy a seat dongle to prevent the instrument lights to flash. So it is a great seat but with flaws that should be rectified. If you like a Corbin equivalent seat without the above mentioned problems, take a look at Ultimate Seats.
Here is a top tier motorcycle that sells in excess of $30K and they cant afford to put on a decent seat from the factory? Something wrong with that picture....
Agreed.. The Seat Look FANTASTIC.. I'm still deciding..Deal on a 2018 - 2019, The NICELY updated Revised 2020 or.. Wait Now.. Since we are only 99 days from the announcment of the 2021.. at what it might bring to the table.. So, stating what the Cost.. Delivery Time.. Possible Custom Stitching Options would be helpful.. Thanx for sharing. Thumbs Up for sure.
Decisions decisions ;) The current price for the set (heated seat, driver backrest, passenger trunkrest) is $1569 + applicable tax, but of course is subject to change. Just the heated seat and driver backrest is $1146. There is a lead time of 4-6 weeks for delivery as they are custom made. While we only have one iteration of the seat, backrest and trunkrest on our site, Corbin offers an array of custom stitching options that we would be more than happy to order for you. Just give us a call. You can also get more info and purchase the standard options here: @t
Have one. Picked it up on an offer. Love it on my 2023 goldwing. Why is this video conducted like an interview ? Weird style of presentation but great info.
Rick, What made you decide to go with the Corbin seat over the Ultimate seat? Was it the look? Comfort? Firmness? Leather? Added distance from the handlebars? I don't want to bash one seat versus the other but I am curious as to what influenced your decision since you could obviously have chosen either seat. I like the look of the Corbin but have no experience with them. The "firmness" has me a bit concerned. Corbin seems to be a bit controversial. People love them or hate them, with very few in between.
Hey thanks for your question! I decided to go with a Corbin seat mainly because it set me back a couple inches and makes me feel more centered on the bike. Combined with the Helibars I'm in the perfect riding position for me. I'm not hunched over...I'm more upright now. So I don't get fatigued after a full day riding like before. The firmness is a concern for many riders. It's definitely more firm, out of the box, compared to other seats out there. However, in my experience with Corbin it breaks in after repeated use and really forms to your body. That said, I certainly also recommend Ultimate Seats as another option to consider. I hope this helps with your decision...ride safe!
@@WingStuffTV Thanks for the response, Rick. I ordered the Helibars from WingStuff and they should arrive tomorrow. Yesterday I ordered the Corbin seat and backrest from Wingsuff as well. Hopefully, the seat and backrest will arrive sometime around Labor Day or in time for some Fall riding. I have no experience with Corbin but I am looking forward to having it for all the same reasons you mentioned. If I like the seat, I will probably complete the set with the passenger backrest.
@@WingStuffTV So I ordered everything from Wingstuff - the seat, the rider backrest, and the passenger backrest. I have to say that I have never been more comfortable on my Goldwing Tour than I am now. What a difference it has made. I know Corbins are not for everyone but for me it was the right choice. I can ride all day in total comfort and I absolutely love the look. I have not done the 1,000 - 1,500 mile break in yet but have spent about 15 hrs total in the saddle. If this has yet to break in, then it's only going to get better! Thanks for your video.
Hey Jeff, thanks for the question. I chose the black leather saddle. It's held up great so far. I keep my Wing indoors so that helps. And it doesn't rain a lot in Southern California. Corbin offers a saddle cream/conditioner that, they say, keeps your leather in great shape and helps keep your seat weather resistant. But I haven't tried it.
The current price for the set (heated seat, driver backrest, passenger trunkrest) is $1569 + applicable tax, but of course is subject to change. Just the heated seat and driver backrest is $1146. You can get more info and purchase here: wingstuff.com/search?Search=corbin
@@WingStuffTV It's a Nighthawk 750. They are great bikes with almost goldwing level reliability but no creature comforts. Most seats for the Nighthawk are around half it's value but it's comfortable enough for me so I'm not upgrading. It blows my mind that seats are so expensive, I know people who's monthly income wouldn't cover that Corbin!
@@thedude102878 IMHO. Nice things in life cost. Some of us like the Lexus others not so much and that’s perfectly ok. You like different and less expensive things and are just as happy. Good for you. That’s why there are choices.
@@azmotorcop True. It really depends on how busy they are at the time of ordering. During "slow season" Corbin says their turnaround is only about 2 weeks and we're basically going into slow season. We've found that, on average, it takes about 4 weeks but can take as long as 6 weeks during the rest of the year. If you order in the winter time the turnaround should be much shorter. Corbin also says if you contact them they can give you an updated ETA before you order.
@@WingStuffTV I already ordered the set from you guys last week, so I'll keep my fingers crossed 🤞🤞also at some point do they contact me for height and weight measurement?
@@azmotorcop Oh ok great...yeah hopefully it doesn't take as long since the riding season is slowing down. They don't normally contact for measurement. Feel free to contact our customer service guys via phone (949-454-2199), email (customerservice@wingstuff.com) or by using the chat feature on our website with any other questions you might have. They're available M-F from 8am to 4pm.
Hey Daniel thanks for reaching out with your question: The Corbin seat is very comfortable compared to the stock OEM, in my opinion. First, you feel more room and sitting into the seat instead of on top like the stock OEM. The Corbin also moves you back almost 2 inches which gives you a better seating position on the bike. The only other recommendation would be to purchase a set of Helibars risers (bit.ly/3h1jsru) or if you can afford the adjustable handlebars for perfect posture (bit.ly/2QVcCJB). Ride safe! Rick
WingStuff.com Rick, I have narrowed the choice down to the Corbin or the Ultimate. Since they both use a new pan, I don’t know why the Ultimate would justify the extra cost. As for the Heli Bars or Risers, I am 6’, 225 lbs., and my sleeve length is 35”. Would the bars or risers really make a difference? Is the bike essentially designed for mid-height/mid-weight riders. And by the way, I have been buying a lot of accessories from Wingstuff. Great prices and service!
@@danielkleiner9560 Sorry for the delayed response. If you're comfortable riding without them (don't get fatigued, feel hunched over, lower back soreness) then you probably don't need them. However, if you experience one or any combination of the three I highly recommend them. Combined with the Corbin seat I've never felt this comfortable on a Gold Wing!
Corbin offers recovers, repairs and restorations of their saddles/seats. The cost of recovering a seat can vary quite a bit and your best bet is to contact their Customer Service department directly. To give you an idea: If your saddle needs a new cover made, the cost will be approximately 75% of that seat model’s current price. This is because the greatest area of cost on a saddle (in raw materials AND labor) is in the cover and assembly. Before sending in a saddle for repair or rework, always contact them for a “TLC” number first to assure you get the quality service you deserve.Thanks for your question and ride safe!
Hey John, thanks for your question! The height seems the same to me when I put my feet down (compared to the stock seat on the new GWs) Riding down the road my position naturally changes by sliding me back "into" the saddle instead of sitting on top like the stock seat. It's much more comfortable than stock.
WingStuff.com Rick, Corbin’s website asks for the rider’s height, weight, and inseam to help ensure a more accurate fit. The order form at Wingstuff does not ask for this data. Should we assume that if this is typed into the “comments” field that it will be passed along to Corbin?
I had this seat and was very disappointed. It pushes you back further from the handle bars and the foam is thin in the saddle and you can feel the pan. After spending $1600 I sold it for $800 and bought a Ultimate Seat and I am much happier. I would not recommend the Corbin at all.
Steve, How many miles/hours did you spend with the Corbin before you decided to move to the Ultimate? Was your main reason for switching due to having been pushed further back from the handlebars? I understand that Corbin seats are not soft and cushy but I always envisioned them to be more like an Equestrian saddle. I have been teetering on making a decision...
A T hi, I rode about 4,000 miles. They gave me the song and dance about how it had to break in but it never did. It wasn’t comfortable at all and yes moving me back was also a reason to switch. This is the same problem with the stock seat that you are too far back and you have to reach for the bars which puts you in a bad position. I am 5’10 so I think that is the flaw with the new version of the wing, we are simply to far back to be comfortable.
I too wasn’t satisfied with their product. They use a hard molded form for the seat base that’s heavy and transfers more vibrations from the engine. I also experienced poor customer service from them.
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The Corbin is a beautiful seat, looks fantastic, the backrest is phenomenal. The seat is also very hard that makes it uncomfortable for long trips. The seating element is non-OEM so the heat cannot be adjusted and your butt will be frying. Because it plugs into the battery directly requires you to buy a seat dongle to prevent the instrument lights to flash. So it is a great seat but with flaws that should be rectified. If you like a Corbin equivalent seat without the above mentioned problems, take a look at Ultimate Seats.
Thanks for your feedback and insight!
Here is a top tier motorcycle that sells in excess of $30K and they cant afford to put on a decent seat from the factory? Something wrong with that picture....
Yahh well show me a 40 grand plus Harley that the guy doesn’t have a Saddlemen seat on it. Now chew on that a while
I would like to see your review of the Corbin that also has the COOLING feature and how that works for the summer times.
I have the fire and ice sea! I live in Phoenix and it makes a noticeable difference.
Agreed.. The Seat Look FANTASTIC.. I'm still deciding..Deal on a 2018 - 2019, The NICELY updated Revised 2020 or.. Wait Now.. Since we are only 99 days from the announcment of the 2021.. at what it might bring to the table.. So, stating what the Cost.. Delivery Time.. Possible Custom Stitching Options would be helpful.. Thanx for sharing.
Thumbs Up for sure.
Decisions decisions ;) The current price for the set (heated seat, driver backrest, passenger trunkrest) is $1569 + applicable tax, but of course is subject to change. Just the heated seat and driver backrest is $1146. There is a lead time of 4-6 weeks for delivery as they are custom made. While we only have one iteration of the seat, backrest and trunkrest on our site, Corbin offers an array of custom stitching options that we would be more than happy to order for you. Just give us a call. You can also get more info and purchase the standard options here: @t
Have one. Picked it up on an offer. Love it on my 2023 goldwing. Why is this video conducted like an interview ? Weird style of presentation but great info.
Glad to hear you like your Corbin seat!
Rick, Do you sell that jacket your wearing in the video?
Hey Bruce, we used to but it was discontinued unfortunately.
Rick,
What made you decide to go with the Corbin seat over the Ultimate seat? Was it the look? Comfort? Firmness? Leather? Added distance from the handlebars? I don't want to bash one seat versus the other but I am curious as to what influenced your decision since you could obviously have chosen either seat. I like the look of the Corbin but have no experience with them. The "firmness" has me a bit concerned. Corbin seems to be a bit controversial. People love them or hate them, with very few in between.
Hey thanks for your question! I decided to go with a Corbin seat mainly because it set me back a couple inches and makes me feel more centered on the bike. Combined with the Helibars I'm in the perfect riding position for me. I'm not hunched over...I'm more upright now. So I don't get fatigued after a full day riding like before. The firmness is a concern for many riders. It's definitely more firm, out of the box, compared to other seats out there. However, in my experience with Corbin it breaks in after repeated use and really forms to your body. That said, I certainly also recommend Ultimate Seats as another option to consider. I hope this helps with your decision...ride safe!
@@WingStuffTV Thanks for the response, Rick. I ordered the Helibars from WingStuff and they should arrive tomorrow. Yesterday I ordered the Corbin seat and backrest from Wingsuff as well. Hopefully, the seat and backrest will arrive sometime around Labor Day or in time for some Fall riding. I have no experience with Corbin but I am looking forward to having it for all the same reasons you mentioned. If I like the seat, I will probably complete the set with the passenger backrest.
@@AT-ch5cg Great to hear! Let us know what you think once you give it some time to break in.
@@WingStuffTV So I ordered everything from Wingstuff - the seat, the rider backrest, and the passenger backrest. I have to say that I have never been more comfortable on my Goldwing Tour than I am now. What a difference it has made. I know Corbins are not for everyone but for me it was the right choice. I can ride all day in total comfort and I absolutely love the look. I have not done the 1,000 - 1,500 mile break in yet but have spent about 15 hrs total in the saddle. If this has yet to break in, then it's only going to get better! Thanks for your video.
@@AT-ch5cg I'm so happy to hear it! Thank you for the feedback and for being a part of the WingStuff family!
What was the material on the seat that you chose? Do you think the black natural leather would hold up?
Hey Jeff, thanks for the question. I chose the black leather saddle. It's held up great so far. I keep my Wing indoors so that helps. And it doesn't rain a lot in Southern California. Corbin offers a saddle cream/conditioner that, they say, keeps your leather in great shape and helps keep your seat weather resistant. But I haven't tried it.
How much for the whole set with the back rest Corbin?
The current price for the set (heated seat, driver backrest, passenger trunkrest) is $1569 + applicable tax, but of course is subject to change. Just the heated seat and driver backrest is $1146. You can get more info and purchase here: wingstuff.com/search?Search=corbin
@@WingStuffTV That's insane, my 2nd motorcycle costed less than this seat.
@@thedude102878 Sounds like you got a great deal...what kind of bike is it?
@@WingStuffTV It's a Nighthawk 750. They are great bikes with almost goldwing level reliability but no creature comforts.
Most seats for the Nighthawk are around half it's value but it's comfortable enough for me so I'm not upgrading. It blows my mind that seats are so expensive, I know people who's monthly income wouldn't cover that Corbin!
@@thedude102878
IMHO. Nice things in life cost. Some of us like the Lexus others not so much and that’s perfectly ok. You like different and less expensive things and are just as happy. Good for you. That’s why there are choices.
Do the heating elements work with the onboard controls?
They do! Thanks for the question, Shawn.
Nice....👍👍👍👍
Glad to hear you liked it!
How long does it generally take to receive the set once you order it?
It typically takes about 4-6 weeks to receive once ordered. Thanks for your question!
@@WingStuffTV yikes, that's a long time 😢
@@azmotorcop True. It really depends on how busy they are at the time of ordering. During "slow season" Corbin says their turnaround is only about 2 weeks and we're basically going into slow season. We've found that, on average, it takes about 4 weeks but can take as long as 6 weeks during the rest of the year. If you order in the winter time the turnaround should be much shorter. Corbin also says if you contact them they can give you an updated ETA before you order.
@@WingStuffTV I already ordered the set from you guys last week, so I'll keep my fingers crossed 🤞🤞also at some point do they contact me for height and weight measurement?
@@azmotorcop Oh ok great...yeah hopefully it doesn't take as long since the riding season is slowing down. They don't normally contact for measurement. Feel free to contact our customer service guys via phone (949-454-2199), email (customerservice@wingstuff.com) or by using the chat feature on our website with any other questions you might have. They're available M-F from 8am to 4pm.
Rick, have you taken any long trips with the seat yet? I'd like to know about the comfort level. Thank you.
Hey Daniel thanks for reaching out with your question:
The Corbin seat is very comfortable compared to the stock OEM, in my opinion. First, you feel more room and sitting into the seat instead of on top like the stock OEM. The Corbin also moves you back almost 2 inches which gives you a better seating position on the bike.
The only other recommendation would be to purchase a set of Helibars risers (bit.ly/3h1jsru) or if you can afford the adjustable handlebars for perfect posture (bit.ly/2QVcCJB).
Ride safe!
Rick
WingStuff.com Rick, I have narrowed the choice down to the Corbin or the Ultimate. Since they both use a new pan, I don’t know why the Ultimate would justify the extra cost.
As for the Heli Bars or Risers, I am 6’, 225 lbs., and my sleeve length is 35”. Would the bars or risers really make a difference? Is the bike essentially designed for mid-height/mid-weight riders.
And by the way, I have been buying a lot of accessories from Wingstuff. Great prices and service!
@@danielkleiner9560 Sorry for the delayed response. If you're comfortable riding without them (don't get fatigued, feel hunched over, lower back soreness) then you probably don't need them. However, if you experience one or any combination of the three I highly recommend them. Combined with the Corbin seat I've never felt this comfortable on a Gold Wing!
Motorcycles alway ps could use some personalization. Corbin is top tier. Quality and years of Gold Wing and motorcycling experience.
Yes, agreed Road Glide!
Does Corbin sell replacement cover or just skin to fix older ones
Corbin offers recovers, repairs and restorations of their saddles/seats. The cost of recovering a seat can vary quite a bit and your best bet is to contact their Customer Service department directly. To give you an idea: If your saddle needs a new cover made, the cost will be approximately 75% of that seat model’s current price. This is because the greatest area of cost on a saddle (in raw materials AND labor) is in the cover and assembly. Before sending in a saddle for repair or rework, always contact them for a “TLC” number first to assure you get the quality service you deserve.Thanks for your question and ride safe!
Rick, the new GWs are slightly higher in the seat compared to the older F6B's. With the new Corbin seat how is the height?
Hey John, thanks for your question! The height seems the same to me when I put my feet down (compared to the stock seat on the new GWs) Riding down the road my position naturally changes by sliding me back "into" the saddle instead of sitting on top like the stock seat. It's much more comfortable than stock.
WingStuff.com Rick, Corbin’s website asks for the rider’s height, weight, and inseam to help ensure a more accurate fit. The order form at Wingstuff does not ask for this data. Should we assume that if this is typed into the “comments” field that it will be passed along to Corbin?
I think this seat has its own heating controls and does not integrate with the stock controls on the dash.
Actually, it does use the GW's heating control.
I had this seat and was very disappointed. It pushes you back further from the handle bars and the foam is thin in the saddle and you can feel the pan. After spending $1600 I sold it for $800 and bought a Ultimate Seat and I am much happier. I would not recommend the Corbin at all.
Steve,
How many miles/hours did you spend with the Corbin before you decided to move to the Ultimate? Was your main reason for switching due to having been pushed further back from the handlebars? I understand that Corbin seats are not soft and cushy but I always envisioned them to be more like an Equestrian saddle. I have been teetering on making a decision...
A T hi, I rode about 4,000 miles. They gave me the song and dance about how it had to break in but it never did. It wasn’t comfortable at all and yes moving me back was also a reason to switch. This is the same problem with the stock seat that you are too far back and you have to reach for the bars which puts you in a bad position. I am 5’10 so I think that is the flaw with the new version of the wing, we are simply to far back to be comfortable.
I too wasn’t satisfied with their product. They use a hard molded form for the seat base that’s heavy and transfers more vibrations from the engine. I also experienced poor customer service from them.
For close to $1600.00 I shouldn’t have to wrestle with getting the seat on.
i just bought one and it is a shit fitting, im sendin it back
And now the rider grab handles are even more useless cause they’re inaccessible.
Almost like Corbin paid for this review
This is a marketing video not an honest review!
Corbin customer service is non existent. Their seats are overpriced. I bitterly regret having spent $900 on seats for my FJR1300.