Thanks for the review brother, one motor officer to another. My Saddlemen just went into the stitching process. I didn’t order the Road Sofa, but I will post a review of it because you’re absolutely correct, there aren’t a lot of video reviews available.
Thanks, brother! I appreciate the comment! Yes, do a video review of the seat that you get. It will bring a ton of traffic to your channel. I’ll head over and check out your channel now.
Saddlemen. I ordered my set back in March though Harley Davidson of Waco. And haven't received it yet. They keep saying it's in and then when I get up there to get it they say it's not there. This last time they did that to me. They told me it was on halls part why it hasn't came in yet. But on there part why they keep telling me that it's in. Starting to c red here.
Thanks for this review! You are absolutely correct about the lack of good reviews back in the day . But now they have started to come out and are by far a more thorough honest review . And Saddlemen is now commenting and replying to the videos. Currently its a toss up for me between the Road sofa and the Danny Gray seats. My 2022 Street Glide needs a new seat badly.
Yes, it seems like everyone is posting a review video on the Saddlemen now. I haven’t heard of a Danny Gray seat. I’ll have to look that up. Congrats on the new bike! I appreciate you leaving a comment!
Thanks for the overview and feedback on this seat. I just got mine with the back rest for my 2020 Roadglide Special 114 and couldn't be happier. It is a little firm but hopefully with some seat time, it will break-in. Love the quality of this seat over the Harley. Never new how junky Harley seats were until I got my Saddlemen.
Hal Ippich haha! You’re right about the quality. Nice bike! Yes, it will soften up some after a few miles. I’m glad to hear that you’re enjoying it. Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave me a comment!
Having Tailbone issues? I do. I have tailbone issue from riding 10K+ my first year on a 2021 Road Glide Limited. I've tried a lot of different things. Different pads helped a little but my soreness never left. Even after a year. I just road 2000 miles on the Road Sofa. No Soreness! I watched this video before I purchased. Thanks for the video!!
I have the extended reach heated road sofa ls. I absolutely love it. It's super comfortable. I'm about 5'11" and I feel like the extended reach is about an inch back farther than the stock position. However I do feel like it sits me up about 1" which is my only gripe, I compensated by buying a taller windshield. Its thinner in the front and it actually feels like you can touch the ground better. I'm glad you put out a positive review because there were about 2 videos and almost no info about them when I purchased mine so I was worried. All in all I feel like Saddlemen did an awesome job on these seats. Just thought I'd throw my feedback out there for people who were curious.
David Ferguson thanks for leaving a comment! It’s good to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with the seat also. We really took a gamble by buying this seat, because of the lack of reviews. It turned out to be worth it and now we get to share our experience with everyone else. I guess that you do sit a little taller on this seat. You don’t sink in to it, like on the stock seat. I had already installed a Klock Werks flare windshield on my bike, so I really didn’t notice it. Ride safe!
Ok so what do you guys get for a measurement on your seats from nose of seat to bottom of back rest. The reason I ask is because I dont notice a difference in reach. So I measured. Road sofa ext-16.5" Factory seat -16". What do you have for measurement.?
Francis Barton What are you referring to as the bottom of the backrest? If I understand correctly, my regular road sofa measures 15”. I measured from the front tip of the seat to the stitching where the driver’s seat starts to go up.
@@glidearkansas Ok so I measured same way and my extended and stock both measure 16"".The stock has 2500 miles on it. Extended is suppose to set you back 2 plus inches.I wouldn't think that the stock has already stretched 2 plus inches already?
I'm a new sub today. I'm rolling on a 2018 RG, Been watching reviews on all kinds of seats. I keep coming back to the road sofa. I had a Mustang with back rest on my 2006 Heritage and loved it. I can't find any DEMO Mustang seats to try out, and I've had 3 dealerships tell me the customer service from Mustang was less than desirable. Looking like the road sofa is gonna win out! Great down to earth review without all the qualifying intro bs. Great job. You live in a beautiful state! Been through there many times and also for a couple of FLW tournaments as a SPECTATOR, not fishing! Lol...keep upnyhe good work. Looking forward to seeing your tour pack cover!
Thanks, Rodney! I appreciate you leaving me a comment! I’ve heard mixed reviews about the Mustang seat. I had to take a gamble when I bought my Saddlemen seat. There wasn’t any near me at that time to demo. Now, they’re everywhere. If you get one, let me know what you think. Thanks for being here and ride safe!
Great review on the Saddleman seat glide_arkansas, and I've ridden a few different seats and I don't think alot of people realize that a more firm seat can be comfortable, but it's true, thanks for sharing brother, stay safe and stay healthy 💯✌️😎
I bought a Saddlemen step up for my V-Star and I LOVE IT. I've put nearly 1500 miles on it and it is by far the best motorcycle seat I've EVER ridden on. Was it spendy? Yeah, but not nearly as expensive as an Ed, or a Mustang seat and it's a much better seat by far!
That’s awesome! Yes, I just can’t believe how much of a difference that they make. They’re definitely worth the money. Thank you for the comment! Ride safe!
Drew I got this seat because of this video . I just got back from a trip and it was worth every penny . I tried the Sundowner before the road sofa and wasted money . The road sofa extended reach gives taller riders more room and it feels hard when you get on it every morning but it molds to you a few miles down the road . Comfortable.
Thank you for this informative video! I just purchased the Saddlemen Road Sofa for my 2016 Road King. I am a shorter rider (5'7") and was a bit concerned about the reach and stand over height. I was able to "test sit" the saddle before the purchase while at my local HD dealership, the reach is is fine and the stand over was just slightly impacted, with my boots on I am nearly flat footed. Cant wait to put some miles on this beautiful, quality made saddle! Thanks again!
Thank you glide_arkansas! I really appreciate the review. I’ve seen the others you talked about and they were completely unhelpful. I think this makes up my mind! Thanks again, and keep up the good work!
mccurran76 I’m glad that I could help. Thanks for giving me the idea to do the review. If you end up getting one, I’d like to know what you think about it. I appreciate you being here!
I had the Saddleman Lutzka on my 2017 Dyna Street Bob. A friend made a comment about how firm it was when he pushed on it. So I let him take it for the day on our ride, and I rode gis bike. When we made it back home from our 300 mile ride, he ordered a Saddleman seat. The gel they use in their seats is too notch. They are the best seats made. I have owned Mustang as well. NO COMPARISON! Mustang seats are an absolute joke. I am saving for the Road sofa for my 2015 Ultra Limited. If you want an inferior product, buy Mustang, Le Pera, or whatever seat you think is "better". I will stick to the seats that are actually comfortable and buy a Saddleman.
Only review I've seen that calls out it's vibration damping qualities. I've been fighting a seat-based resonance in my earplugs on my older Road King. I got to test a basic Revere seat today that helped but if I'm spending big money I want the best. So yeah, I think I'm going to check out a saddlemen!
Just catchin your Saddleman seat review... Question for you.... did you feel it left you sitting height wise... higher...lower or the same as the stock Street Glide seat... Great review..... Thanks
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! I would say that it feels like I sit about an inch higher. You don’t sink down to the frame on the Saddlemen, like the stock seat. I hope this helps.
Thanks for the info.... at 5'4".... currently have a solo Harley Davidson solo seat with pillion.... gets my feet a firmer plant on the ground. .. however i haven't been able to get a back rest for it... the backrest option on the saddleman is what sparked my interest.... Thanks for sharing....
Great video, thanks! What’s the actual difference between the Road Sofa standard version and the LS Extended Reach? I’m 5,84 and I believe the standard version should make the deal...
I love perforated leather. My sport bike seat is only 3" thick, but has the gel top and the perforated leather and thick stitching. Very comfy (for a sport bike) and it also breathes better. That lumbar looks pretty stiff, yet comfortably supportive. Good choice !! May it give you many a comfy mile. :) :)
SoCal Golf Thank you! I appreciate you watching and leaving me a comment! I wouldn’t get the extended reach, unless you have really long arms or handlebars that are pulled way back. For me, the regular seat is perfect. I’m 6ft tall with a 32” inseam.
It goes to show that everyone's body is different. What works for some does not work for another person. I found the stock seat on my bike to be very uncomfortable for the long haul. I even had the stock seat modified and it made a difference, but not perfect. I also decided to buy a Russell Day-Long seat. I waited a long time for it and the workmanship is impeccable, but it still is too hard. So sometimes it is too costly to try one seat after another. I guess there are compromises you have to make.
You’re right! Everyone has their own opinion. I have not heard of that particular seat. I will have to look it up. It’s wild what the custom fitted seats cost. Thanks for leaving a comment!
For the Saddlemen Road Sofa your review is the first long term review, same as you all I found was installs and first impressions and every Saddlemen seat review I have seen stated there least a 500 mile break in before you experience the true comfort, thanks for the video.
I live right by Dennis Kirk and they let me try out the Road Sofa for a few hours and I did not like it. Like many others have said it is very firm... Yes you don't want a seat that's too soft because you lose support over a long ride but it just didn't seem to allow me to settle into the seat since it was so firm... Maybe it would break in over time... I just did not want to spend that kind of money to find out. I got a good deal on the Harley Hammock seat so I went with that instead... I've only had it for a month now but it's been great so far... Complete night and day over the stock seat. The Hammock sits about an inch taller so that might not work for some but for me I like the little taller position as I have about a 33" inseam.
@@glidearkansas seats is one of the hardest things to find for your bike in my opinion because it's all about comfort and just like fingerprints everyone it is different. I watched a few videos on seats like this one but you are not going to know what fits you best until you try it.... Just like what you experienced with the Road Sofa. Fortunately I'm lucky that I have a major aftermarket retailer and a Harley dealer with in 20 miles where I live that both let me try out seats before I bought them. Most people do not have this luxury... I would definitely not want to buy a seat before I tried it and most people don't have the luxury I do. So the take away from this... just because somebody says a seat isn't comfortable for them doesn't mean it isn't comfortable for you. So either try to find a place that I'll let you try out seats first or find a good retailer that will let you return a seat if it doesn't work for you. But keep in mind it may take more than a couple hours on a seat to figure out if you'll like it or not.
bd rider, thank you! They make a tapered one and a wider one. I went with the wider passenger seat, just in case. The Mrs. loves the seat. She has had 0 complaints, even after riding a several hundred mile day. She kept telling me to say what she thought about it in the video, but I didn’t and she didn’t want to be on camera yesterday. On the stock seat, she made me stop at Walmart one time. She bought a pillow to sit on, because she said that it was unbearable and we were still 2hrs from home. That was on about a 300 mile loop ride that we took.
@@glidearkansas Thanks for the video and your honest review. My lumbar is still hurting and my wife could hardly walk after a 1.5 hour ride in the back roads yesterday afternoon. I need to get rid of this Harley Davidson stock seat. I need also to get a higher handle bar (maybe 10" or 12") for better body posture and comfort. I have a 2020 street glide standard. I will comment again once I receive the product and after I use it. I am 5' 8" with inseam of 30, 190 pounds and I'm not sure if I will be having trouble with ground footing. Thanks again and drive safe. God bless. #New rider# from Durham, North Carolina#.
Ibanag Lumad Thank you for your comment! I’d love to know how things work out for you. I put 10” KST Kustoms handlebars on my bike and then the Saddlemen seat. I can honestly say that those two upgrades changed everything for me. The tapered front of the Saddlemen should allow you to have plenty of room to reach the ground. Ride safe!
Good review, thanks. Thinking about a different seat for my gl1800. Wanting something that will give me a little more leg room for my knees and hip. Looking between the saddleman & ultimate seat. If I get the saddleman it would be heated , with back rest . Would the saddleman raise the seat any and back like the ultimate king seat?
Randy Hickman thanks for leaving a comment! I too have a Goldwing and understand what you mean about wanting to stretch out. That’s why I ride my Harley more than the GL1500. The seat for the GL1800 is a little different than what’s on my Harley. You’re not going to sink down in to a gel seat, like you do on the stock seat. I’m sure that Saddlemen could give you more of the specifications for that particular seat.
My very first Harley had a 2 up Saddleman on it when I bought it, I like their seat and really considered one buy I ended up buying a Harley Tour Seat and had it custom fitted to me at Sturgis.
Riding in the Ozarks Very cool! The gel is what sold me on the Saddlemen. I hope to make it to Sturgis this year. This is the first Harley that I have owned and will be my first Sturgis trip. We’ll see what happens.
glide_arkansas I had gel added when they shaped it. But I do still like Saddlemen and would consider one still. Enjoy that trip, you going to BBB this year?
Well its been about 8 months, do you still like it? How many miles have you put on the seat now? Interested in it but there are some scary reviews out there. You and I are about the same build. Thanks!
I rode to Sturgis, South Dakota and back on it. Plus, I ride regularly. I can’t tell you the exact mileage, but I’m still happy with my purchase. My wife had to tell me that it was time to stop and stretch our legs on our Sturgis trip. We had no problem riding all day. I hope this helps. Thanks for coming back and leaving a comment.
I came across your review while trying to research for seats to potentially help with some buffeting issues for myself and my wife. I appreciate your review but I am curious if this seat sits as tall as the stock touring seat or does it sit lower?
I would say that it sits about the same height, if not a little taller. The Saddlemen does not give like the stock seat, because of the gel inside of it. To me, I sunk way down in to the stock seat and it caused back pain on longer rides. Have you looked at a taller windscreen to help with buffeting? I personally went with a Klock Werks Flare windscreen to eliminate that. Thank you for watching my review and leaving a comment! I really appreciate it!
@@glidearkansas unfortunately I did twice and still have some buffeting. I bought both the Klock Werks and Memphis Shade. I can understand the seat issue and the back pain from a long trip. I start to feel it on my stock seat at times and I haven’t gone on long rides yet.
@@mikehess7687 I switched to the 10.5” Flare last September and it helped tremendously. I’m 5’11” and wear a modular helmet with the front open (unless it’s raining). When I rode from Arkansas to Daytona Beach, Florida, I was ready to sell my bike with the stock seat. Once I started having pain, there was no relief. I could take a break at a gas station and as soon as I got back on that stock seat, I would immediately feel the sharp pains that previously had me taking a break in the first place. If I take a break on the Saddlemen, it’s like starting fresh each time. It sounds crazy, but it really changed my long distance capabilities. I hope that you find a setup that works for you!
Nice review. I just watched some guy who had his Saddlemen seat for 2 days and commenced to talking about how it sucks. Unless you've ridden with the seat on a 3 or 4 hundred mile trip how can you know much about the seat. My Indian Chief Vintage seat looks nice but it is a 2 hour seat. My brother's Challenger seat is the same. I think we are going to try a Saddlemen seat. :)
Robert Manley Thank you! I appreciate you leaving a comment and I agree with you. As soon as I sat on the Saddlemen, I knew that it was a keeper. Now that I have broken it in, I love it even more. I think that y’all will enjoy them. Feel free to send me your experiences on social media. Ride safe!
Thomas McKnight You’re welcome! I’m glad to hear that my video was helpful to you. I appreciate you watching and commenting. You’ll have to let me know what you think about the seat.
glide_arkansas Couldn’t be happier with it. Only been on two rides but the difference from a foam seat is night and day. Can’t wait to do a longer day ride. I was even surprised to how I feel more connected and able to control the bike with not fighting a hammock seat.
It has been a game changer for her also. We made a loop route in the state and she had me stop at Walmart to buy pillows to put on top of the stock seat. True story. After installing the Saddlemen Road Sofa, we rode to Sturgis, South Dakota and back with no issues. I believe she goes in to detail in my Sturgis 2020 finale video. It’s in the playlist. Thanks for the comment!
Lmao!! I felt the same thing, I have two custom Harley with low profile seats they look great but I can’t Handel more then two hrs on them, I feel like riding standing up, so instead of buying a seat I bought another bike.. cvo Limited with all the bells, road over 1400 miles to sturgis and stock seat was soft, but the front nose on the seat is real bulking.. making that long rage trip pressure uncomfortable... also the heat!! On the seat is another big issue.. riding miles of desert at 114 temps .... I tryed several items the air hawk, swoosh padding even the amazon seat beads helped the best for air circulation..from looking at all the reviews My next step is that road sofa Just have to decide if I want the set back seat or regular since I do ride with passenger don’t know if that will be less comfortable for the passenger
I’ll be making my first trip to Sturgis next month on this seat. I got the wider passenger seat version for my wife and she loves it. It has been a game changer in all aspects. The extended reach might play a factor if you have a tour pack. Maybe not though. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
glide_arkansas you will love strugis, one of my favorite trips, it’s pretty pricey on the hotels, I plan On it a year in advance, last min hotels if you can find one they run 300.00 a night there is so much beautiful riding.. and every place u go has its own type of event going on...i can’t say what place was my favorite of all cause I was so amazed .. from mt Rushmore to black hills and needles, i stood a few nights in dead wood and a few in rapid city. As far as party like a rockstar non stop was buffalo chip, was able to see Keith urban live concert...and the locals are soo friendly.. police are everywhere but there more for your own safety.. there not harassing anybody as long as no one gets Out of line.. most dangerous part is that everybody drinking and driving.. just ride your own ride and be safe out there... ps weather changes like no other.. rain one min hell the next and sunny hot and windy So make sure u gear up for it
Spanky 13 Thanks for all of the advice! I’m staying in Rapid City. The total stay is like $600.00. I booked early. I’m not worried about cops, because I am one. I want to see Mt. Rushmore and more. I’m sure we’ll stay away from the serious party goers. lol
@@glidearkansas just woundering how did u like your seat after strugis ride and how many miles do you put down a day, I ended up buying the road sofa before my trip for Daytona and key west from California...I tryed the extended reach and it was to far back and loss room for the passenger, I ended up replacing my seat with a trike seat instead it was still sat back 1”1/2 back instead of 2” but was wider passenger and driver... also But to be honest I’m not happy with the seat I still had to run seat cushions due to seat was way to hard and uncomfortable, looks good tho lol
@@spanky1346 lol! I’m glad you found a seat that you like though! I didn’t get the extended reach seat. I like sitting more forward on the bike. It helps with slow speed maneuvering. I still love my seat. Our first day was 580 miles to Council Bluffs, IA. Day two was 530 miles to Rapid City, SD. We rode every day there and back home, without any issues. I hope to do an iron butt this year and really put it to the test.
What about the height of the seat compared to the stock seat? I'm 5'3" and ride a 17 RGS. I run the stock seat but I purchased an Ultra Low seat for the wife and I so she had more comfort than the stock seat. thanks for the video... DAWG from the show me state..
I would say that it is about the same height as the stock seat, but it’s tapered more on the front. The taper helps a lot. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, DAWG!
I would recommend the regular one. It’s what I have and my inseam is 32”. I think the extended reach pushes you back about 2 inches more. If you like sitting further back, get the extended reach. I hope this helps. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment!
Compared to your stock seat does the Road Sofa push you back 2 inches? Would you say the height is similar? I installed Legends on my 2015 SGS late last year and love them but wanted just a little more comfort with a new seat.
Randy Overton, they have an extended reach model that will push you back two inches. The regular Road Sofa keeps you in about the same place as the stock seat. I have really enjoyed the feel of the ride with the Legend Suspension and Saddlemen seat combination. It’s a very plush ride now. I hope that this helps you. Thanks for commenting!
@@saddlemenusa Something kinder to my 57 year old ass and get my boys off the tank. I'm only 5'11' but I am 250 pounds I feel cramped and a 250 mile ride recently was brutal.
@@crynsky The Saddlemen extended reach Road Sofa would be our suggestion for you. Check it out at saddlemen.com or give us a call 800 397 7709 - we can help! Thanks!
@@glidearkansas It certainly did. I was looking for a review from someone who has put actual miles on the seat and you delivered. I went ahead and ordered one because of you. Thanks again!
I honestly cannot answer this question, because I have never ridden on an Ultimate seat. I have a friend that has one on his Honda Valkyrie and he loves it. It’s very padded and wide. The Saddlemen is a bit cheaper cost wise. That would be a good comparison to do though.
@@glidearkansas thanks for quick response! Price is pretty much the same. I like that the ultimate is a 2 piece setup, but as a con, it's really very wide and you need a rain cover if it's raining cats and dogs.
Paul Wolf my wife loves it. I was reluctant to buy the wider passenger seat version, but it has been well worth it. After hundreds of miles, I’ve heard no complaints.
Very good review finally on the road sofa . All the others sucked ! Also let all your buddies know that that thin blue line in the American flag is very disrespectful to the real version . Thanks for the review .
glide_arkansas Hello , that was not left by me. That was left by my stepson. Why I have no idea. Thank you for responding or I would not have caught it. It has been corrected !
@@glidearkansas got my seat in did a little over a hundred miles on Saturday can tell a wounded of differences. Does seam to sit me closer to the tank, Have u had any problems with water getting in ur seat?while riding in the rain.
@@ernestwilson4897 That’s great! No, I don’t guess that I have. I guess if it’s a concern, you can always throw the rain cover on. I haven’t ever felt the seat get a “soaked” feeling.
I liked your review. Something that bugs me about shopping for a seat is that everything is so subjective. Nothing is finite and measurable. Some guy that rides 2,000 miles a year could say it’s the best thing ever (and it’s not).
I’m actually still running the stock seat. I guess I just got used to it over the years. But I’m always looking for options because I know the stock seat won’t last forever.
Nice video , I enjoyed the view , I am still riding on my stock seat and I guess I havn't rode it long enuff to be sore from riding it . Will have to test it out , 500 miles to Paris Tx. in one day for bring it home ( win ) was just fine for my weight of 140 . Thanks for video , I am looking forward to another when you have time to put one up I ain't put a new one up since I put my bring it home video up which is still there if you havn't seen it . Shadestradingpost.com you tube
Thanks! I rode to Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach, Florida on the stock seat. When I crossed from Mississippi to Arkansas on my way home, I was in so much pain and beyond ready to be home. That’s why I switched. I’ll go check out your video now.
@@glidearkansas I been riding off and on since I was 16, then rode east coast to west coast when I was 20, on a Honda 450 , and that seat was not good for 300 miles a day , but it is what it is . I will have to look into another seat .
Thanks for the review brother, one motor officer to another. My Saddlemen just went into the stitching process. I didn’t order the Road Sofa, but I will post a review of it because you’re absolutely correct, there aren’t a lot of video reviews available.
Thanks, brother! I appreciate the comment! Yes, do a video review of the seat that you get. It will bring a ton of traffic to your channel. I’ll head over and check out your channel now.
@@glidearkansas ok thanks. I’m going to subscribe to yours.
@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle Thanks! I subbed to your channel also. It’s good to meet you.
Thanks for the review - glad you enjoy it! Let us know if you ever need anything.
Saddlemen I surely will! Thanks!
Saddlemen. I ordered my set back in March though Harley Davidson of Waco. And haven't received it yet. They keep saying it's in and then when I get up there to get it they say it's not there. This last time they did that to me. They told me it was on halls part why it hasn't came in yet. But on there part why they keep telling me that it's in. Starting to c red here.
@@ernestwilson4897 Ernest give us a call please 800 397 7709- thanks!
Thanks for this review! You are absolutely correct about the lack of good reviews back in the day . But now they have started to come out and are by far a more thorough honest review . And Saddlemen is now commenting and replying to the videos. Currently its a toss up for me between the Road sofa and the Danny Gray seats. My 2022 Street Glide needs a new seat badly.
Yes, it seems like everyone is posting a review video on the Saddlemen now. I haven’t heard of a Danny Gray seat. I’ll have to look that up. Congrats on the new bike! I appreciate you leaving a comment!
Thanks for the overview and feedback on this seat. I just got mine with the back rest for my 2020 Roadglide Special 114 and couldn't be happier. It is a little firm but hopefully with some seat time, it will break-in.
Love the quality of this seat over the Harley. Never new how junky Harley seats were until I got my Saddlemen.
Hal Ippich haha! You’re right about the quality. Nice bike! Yes, it will soften up some after a few miles. I’m glad to hear that you’re enjoying it. Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave me a comment!
Having Tailbone issues? I do. I have tailbone issue from riding 10K+ my first year on a 2021 Road Glide Limited. I've tried a lot of different things. Different pads helped a little but my soreness never left. Even after a year. I just road 2000 miles on the Road Sofa. No Soreness! I watched this video before I purchased. Thanks for the video!!
Thanks for watching! I’m glad the seat helped you, just like it did me. I appreciate you coming back and leaving a comment! Ride safe!
I have the extended reach heated road sofa ls. I absolutely love it. It's super comfortable. I'm about 5'11" and I feel like the extended reach is about an inch back farther than the stock position. However I do feel like it sits me up about 1" which is my only gripe, I compensated by buying a taller windshield. Its thinner in the front and it actually feels like you can touch the ground better. I'm glad you put out a positive review because there were about 2 videos and almost no info about them when I purchased mine so I was worried. All in all I feel like Saddlemen did an awesome job on these seats. Just thought I'd throw my feedback out there for people who were curious.
David Ferguson thanks for leaving a comment! It’s good to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with the seat also. We really took a gamble by buying this seat, because of the lack of reviews. It turned out to be worth it and now we get to share our experience with everyone else. I guess that you do sit a little taller on this seat. You don’t sink in to it, like on the stock seat. I had already installed a Klock Werks flare windshield on my bike, so I really didn’t notice it. Ride safe!
Ok so what do you guys get for a measurement on your seats from nose of seat to bottom of back rest.
The reason I ask is because I dont notice a difference in reach.
So I measured.
Road sofa ext-16.5"
Factory seat -16".
What do you have for measurement.?
Francis Barton What are you referring to as the bottom of the backrest? If I understand correctly, my regular road sofa measures 15”. I measured from the front tip of the seat to the stitching where the driver’s seat starts to go up.
@@glidearkansas Ok so I measured same way and my extended and stock both measure 16"".The stock has 2500 miles on it. Extended is suppose to set you back 2 plus inches.I wouldn't think that the stock has already stretched 2 plus inches already?
@@glidearkansas Do you what your stock measured?
I'm a new sub today. I'm rolling on a 2018 RG, Been watching reviews on all kinds of seats. I keep coming back to the road sofa. I had a Mustang with back rest on my 2006 Heritage and loved it. I can't find any DEMO Mustang seats to try out, and I've had 3 dealerships tell me the customer service from Mustang was less than desirable. Looking like the road sofa is gonna win out! Great down to earth review without all the qualifying intro bs. Great job. You live in a beautiful state! Been through there many times and also for a couple of FLW tournaments as a SPECTATOR, not fishing! Lol...keep upnyhe good work. Looking forward to seeing your tour pack cover!
Thanks, Rodney! I appreciate you leaving me a comment! I’ve heard mixed reviews about the Mustang seat. I had to take a gamble when I bought my Saddlemen seat. There wasn’t any near me at that time to demo. Now, they’re everywhere. If you get one, let me know what you think. Thanks for being here and ride safe!
Great review on the Saddleman seat glide_arkansas, and I've ridden a few different seats and I don't think alot of people realize that a more firm seat can be comfortable, but it's true, thanks for sharing brother, stay safe and stay healthy 💯✌️😎
OZARKS H-D RIDER'S Thank you! I appreciate you. You stay safe and healthy too! 🤘😎
@@glidearkansas will do 👍
Ozarks it's true and a bit counter intuitive but our progressive density foam is more comfortable as it does not compress or collapse.
@@saddlemenusa 👍🏼💯
Really nice review brother, looking at seats now. Happy Easter to you and your family
Thanks, brother! Happy Easter to y’all too!
I bought a Saddlemen step up for my V-Star and I LOVE IT. I've put nearly 1500 miles on it and it is by far the best motorcycle seat I've EVER ridden on. Was it spendy? Yeah, but not nearly as expensive as an Ed, or a Mustang seat and it's a much better seat by far!
That’s awesome! Yes, I just can’t believe how much of a difference that they make. They’re definitely worth the money. Thank you for the comment! Ride safe!
I have been wanting a new seat for my road glide and this is one that I have looked at. glad to hear that you like it.
Touring Midwest Thanks for the comment! It hasn’t disappointed me yet.
Drew I got this seat because of this video . I just got back from a trip and it was worth every penny . I tried the Sundowner before the road sofa and wasted money . The road sofa extended reach gives taller riders more room and it feels hard when you get on it every morning but it molds to you a few miles down the road . Comfortable.
Arizona Rider I’m glad to hear that you like the seat too. Thanks for coming back and leaving your thoughts!
@@arizonarider6998 Thank you and welcome to the family!
Thanks for the review. I'm looking at one of these for my '17 Road King. Had a Saddlemen seat on a '03 Fatboy and loved it.
Thanks for watching and commenting! The Road King is a great bike.
Thank you for this informative video! I just purchased the Saddlemen Road Sofa for my 2016 Road King. I am a shorter rider (5'7") and was a bit concerned about the reach and stand over height. I was able to "test sit" the saddle before the purchase while at my local HD dealership, the reach is is fine and the stand over was just slightly impacted, with my boots on I am nearly flat footed. Cant wait to put some miles on this beautiful, quality made saddle! Thanks again!
You’re very welcome! I’m glad that it helped you. Go enjoy the open road and ride safe!
Thank you glide_arkansas! I really appreciate the review. I’ve seen the others you talked about and they were completely unhelpful. I think this makes up my mind! Thanks again, and keep up the good work!
mccurran76 I’m glad that I could help. Thanks for giving me the idea to do the review. If you end up getting one, I’d like to know what you think about it. I appreciate you being here!
glide_arkansas I’ll let you know how it turns out! Just need the rain to quit. Looking forward to getting back on the Pig Trail.
mccurran76 Same here. I can’t wait to get back in to the mountains. Maybe I’ll see you there.
glide_arkansas for sure!
I had the Saddleman Lutzka on my 2017 Dyna Street Bob. A friend made a comment about how firm it was when he pushed on it. So I let him take it for the day on our ride, and I rode gis bike. When we made it back home from our 300 mile ride, he ordered a Saddleman seat. The gel they use in their seats is too notch. They are the best seats made. I have owned Mustang as well. NO COMPARISON! Mustang seats are an absolute joke. I am saving for the Road sofa for my 2015 Ultra Limited.
If you want an inferior product, buy Mustang, Le Pera, or whatever seat you think is "better". I will stick to the seats that are actually comfortable and buy a Saddleman.
Slking5.56 That’s awesome! I think that the gel is what makes the difference. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
Only review I've seen that calls out it's vibration damping qualities. I've been fighting a seat-based resonance in my earplugs on my older Road King. I got to test a basic Revere seat today that helped but if I'm spending big money I want the best.
So yeah, I think I'm going to check out a saddlemen!
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
Just catchin your Saddleman seat review... Question for you.... did you feel it left you sitting height wise... higher...lower or the same as the stock Street Glide seat... Great review..... Thanks
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! I would say that it feels like I sit about an inch higher. You don’t sink down to the frame on the Saddlemen, like the stock seat. I hope this helps.
Thanks for the info.... at 5'4".... currently have a solo Harley Davidson solo seat with pillion.... gets my feet a firmer plant on the ground. .. however i haven't been able to get a back rest for it... the backrest option on the saddleman is what sparked my interest.... Thanks for sharing....
aww yea just got you to 700 likes. Thank you for this review, thinking of gettin it for my Indian Challenger
Thank you so much, Paul! It’s a mind blowing upgrade. Ride safe!
Great video, thanks! What’s the actual difference between the Road Sofa standard version and the LS Extended Reach? I’m 5,84 and I believe the standard version should make the deal...
Thanks! I appreciate you watching and commenting! I believe that on the extend reach it sits you two inches further back.
The LS is Lattice Stitch.
@@glidearkansas i know thanks, my question is between the normal standard length and the extended one....
@@Santi_Mancini I’m 6’ tall with a 32” inseam. I think the regular will suit you fine.
@@glidearkansas many thanks !👏
I love perforated leather. My sport bike seat is only 3" thick, but has the gel top and the perforated leather and thick stitching. Very comfy (for a sport bike) and it also breathes better. That lumbar looks pretty stiff, yet comfortably supportive. Good choice !! May it give you many a comfy mile. :) :)
Randy's Rides It sounds very similar. Thousands of comfy miles down and thousands more to go. 😁 Thanks for the comment! Ride safe!
@@glidearkansas :)
nice review. pretty much answered my questions i had on it.. im 6ft also and thought about the extended but now think the regular might be better.
SoCal Golf Thank you! I appreciate you watching and leaving me a comment! I wouldn’t get the extended reach, unless you have really long arms or handlebars that are pulled way back. For me, the regular seat is perfect. I’m 6ft tall with a 32” inseam.
It goes to show that everyone's body is different. What works for some does not work for another person. I found the stock seat on my bike to be very uncomfortable for the long haul. I even had the stock seat modified and it made a difference, but not perfect. I also decided to buy a Russell Day-Long seat. I waited a long time for it and the workmanship is impeccable, but it still is too hard. So sometimes it is too costly to try one seat after another. I guess there are compromises you have to make.
You’re right! Everyone has their own opinion. I have not heard of that particular seat. I will have to look it up. It’s wild what the custom fitted seats cost. Thanks for leaving a comment!
For the Saddlemen Road Sofa your review is the first long term review, same as you all I found was installs and first impressions and every Saddlemen seat review I have seen stated there least a 500 mile break in before you experience the true comfort, thanks for the video.
You’re welcome! Thanks for leaving a comment and subscribing to the channel!
I live right by Dennis Kirk and they let me try out the Road Sofa for a few hours and I did not like it. Like many others have said it is very firm... Yes you don't want a seat that's too soft because you lose support over a long ride but it just didn't seem to allow me to settle into the seat since it was so firm... Maybe it would break in over time... I just did not want to spend that kind of money to find out.
I got a good deal on the Harley Hammock seat so I went with that instead... I've only had it for a month now but it's been great so far... Complete night and day over the stock seat. The Hammock sits about an inch taller so that might not work for some but for me I like the little taller position as I have about a 33" inseam.
Jeff Martinson Thanks for leaving a comment. Everyone has their own opinion. Having a comfortable seat for the long miles is all that matters.
@@glidearkansas seats is one of the hardest things to find for your bike in my opinion because it's all about comfort and just like fingerprints everyone it is different. I watched a few videos on seats like this one but you are not going to know what fits you best until you try it.... Just like what you experienced with the Road Sofa. Fortunately I'm lucky that I have a major aftermarket retailer and a Harley dealer with in 20 miles where I live that both let me try out seats before I bought them. Most people do not have this luxury... I would definitely not want to buy a seat before I tried it and most people don't have the luxury I do.
So the take away from this... just because somebody says a seat isn't comfortable for them doesn't mean it isn't comfortable for you. So either try to find a place that I'll let you try out seats first or find a good retailer that will let you return a seat if it doesn't work for you. But keep in mind it may take more than a couple hours on a seat to figure out if you'll like it or not.
Nice honest review. I definitely need to upgrade from stock. How's the Mrs like the pillion?
bd rider, thank you! They make a tapered one and a wider one. I went with the wider passenger seat, just in case. The Mrs. loves the seat. She has had 0 complaints, even after riding a several hundred mile day. She kept telling me to say what she thought about it in the video, but I didn’t and she didn’t want to be on camera yesterday. On the stock seat, she made me stop at Walmart one time. She bought a pillow to sit on, because she said that it was unbearable and we were still 2hrs from home. That was on about a 300 mile loop ride that we took.
Excellent review! I was surprised when I saw you throw the stock seat 🤣👍
MotorcycleDen Thanks! You gotta have a little fun sometimes. I’m surprised that it didn’t fall apart. 🤣
@@glidearkansas Thanks for the video and your honest review. My lumbar is still hurting and my wife could hardly walk after a 1.5 hour ride in the back roads yesterday afternoon. I need to get rid of this Harley Davidson stock seat. I need also to get a higher handle bar (maybe 10" or 12") for better body posture and comfort. I have a 2020 street glide standard. I will comment again once I receive the product and after I use it. I am 5' 8" with inseam of 30, 190 pounds and I'm not sure if I will be having trouble with ground footing. Thanks again and drive safe. God bless. #New rider# from Durham, North Carolina#.
Ibanag Lumad Thank you for your comment! I’d love to know how things work out for you. I put 10” KST Kustoms handlebars on my bike and then the Saddlemen seat. I can honestly say that those two upgrades changed everything for me. The tapered front of the Saddlemen should allow you to have plenty of room to reach the ground. Ride safe!
Good review, thanks. Thinking about a different seat for my gl1800. Wanting something that will give me a little more leg room for my knees and hip. Looking between the saddleman & ultimate seat. If I get the saddleman it would be heated , with back rest . Would the saddleman raise the seat any and back like the ultimate king seat?
Randy Hickman thanks for leaving a comment! I too have a Goldwing and understand what you mean about wanting to stretch out. That’s why I ride my Harley more than the GL1500. The seat for the GL1800 is a little different than what’s on my Harley. You’re not going to sink down in to a gel seat, like you do on the stock seat. I’m sure that Saddlemen could give you more of the specifications for that particular seat.
My very first Harley had a 2 up Saddleman on it when I bought it, I like their seat and really considered one buy I ended up buying a Harley Tour Seat and had it custom fitted to me at Sturgis.
Riding in the Ozarks Very cool! The gel is what sold me on the Saddlemen. I hope to make it to Sturgis this year. This is the first Harley that I have owned and will be my first Sturgis trip. We’ll see what happens.
glide_arkansas I had gel added when they shaped it. But I do still like Saddlemen and would consider one still. Enjoy that trip, you going to BBB this year?
Riding in the Ozarks Yes, sir! I will be there. What about you?
glide_arkansas already have rooms reserved, Wednesday/Thursday in Eureka Springs and Friday/Saturday in Fayetteville
Riding in the Ozarks Awesome! Maybe we can meetup at some point.
Well its been about 8 months, do you still like it? How many miles have you put on the seat now? Interested in it but there are some scary reviews out there. You and I are about the same build. Thanks!
I rode to Sturgis, South Dakota and back on it. Plus, I ride regularly. I can’t tell you the exact mileage, but I’m still happy with my purchase. My wife had to tell me that it was time to stop and stretch our legs on our Sturgis trip. We had no problem riding all day. I hope this helps. Thanks for coming back and leaving a comment.
I came across your review while trying to research for seats to potentially help with some buffeting issues for myself and my wife. I appreciate your review but I am curious if this seat sits as tall as the stock touring seat or does it sit lower?
I would say that it sits about the same height, if not a little taller. The Saddlemen does not give like the stock seat, because of the gel inside of it. To me, I sunk way down in to the stock seat and it caused back pain on longer rides.
Have you looked at a taller windscreen to help with buffeting? I personally went with a Klock Werks Flare windscreen to eliminate that.
Thank you for watching my review and leaving a comment! I really appreciate it!
@@glidearkansas unfortunately I did twice and still have some buffeting. I bought both the Klock Werks and Memphis Shade. I can understand the seat issue and the back pain from a long trip. I start to feel it on my stock seat at times and I haven’t gone on long rides yet.
@@mikehess7687 I switched to the 10.5” Flare last September and it helped tremendously. I’m 5’11” and wear a modular helmet with the front open (unless it’s raining).
When I rode from Arkansas to Daytona Beach, Florida, I was ready to sell my bike with the stock seat. Once I started having pain, there was no relief. I could take a break at a gas station and as soon as I got back on that stock seat, I would immediately feel the sharp pains that previously had me taking a break in the first place. If I take a break on the Saddlemen, it’s like starting fresh each time. It sounds crazy, but it really changed my long distance capabilities. I hope that you find a setup that works for you!
Great review, I felt the same way about the other reviews. I'm 6'1",_275 ..think I'm gonna get one.
Thanks for the comment! I know that you will enjoy it.
Looking at a new seat flr my Honda Gold Wing and found your video on this seat. Thanks...looks great! New sub!
That’s great! Thanks for subscribing! I sure didn’t know that you were a Goldwing guy. I also have a 2000 Aspencade.
Nice review. I just watched some guy who had his Saddlemen seat for 2 days and commenced to talking about how it sucks. Unless you've ridden with the seat on a 3 or 4 hundred mile trip how can you know much about the seat. My Indian Chief Vintage seat looks nice but it is a 2 hour seat. My brother's Challenger seat is the same. I think we are going to try a Saddlemen seat. :)
Robert Manley Thank you! I appreciate you leaving a comment and I agree with you. As soon as I sat on the Saddlemen, I knew that it was a keeper. Now that I have broken it in, I love it even more. I think that y’all will enjoy them. Feel free to send me your experiences on social media. Ride safe!
How long did it take you for the break in period? I just got mine and only have couple hundred right now
I’d say around 500 miles. It has always been a comfortable seat in my opinion.
Thanks for the great review! Helped me decide to purchase the same seat.
Thomas McKnight You’re welcome! I’m glad to hear that my video was helpful to you. I appreciate you watching and commenting. You’ll have to let me know what you think about the seat.
glide_arkansas Couldn’t be happier with it. Only been on two rides but the difference from a foam seat is night and day. Can’t wait to do a longer day ride. I was even surprised to how I feel more connected and able to control the bike with not fighting a hammock seat.
Thomas McKnight Awesome! That’s great to hear! I hope that you get that long ride in soon.
Great tips for a new seat! Thanks Brother! Do they have a heated seat ?
PSP Tommy G Thanks, brother! Yes, they do have heated versions.
I’d love to hear about passenger comfort comparisons’
It has been a game changer for her also. We made a loop route in the state and she had me stop at Walmart to buy pillows to put on top of the stock seat. True story. After installing the Saddlemen Road Sofa, we rode to Sturgis, South Dakota and back with no issues. I believe she goes in to detail in my Sturgis 2020 finale video. It’s in the playlist. Thanks for the comment!
Lmao!! I felt the same thing, I have two custom Harley with low profile seats they look great but I can’t Handel more then two hrs on them, I feel like riding standing up, so instead of buying a seat I bought another bike.. cvo Limited with all the bells, road over 1400 miles to sturgis and stock seat was soft, but the front nose on the seat is real bulking.. making that long rage trip pressure uncomfortable... also the heat!! On the seat is another big issue.. riding miles of desert at 114 temps .... I tryed several items the air hawk, swoosh padding even the amazon seat beads helped the best for air circulation..from looking at all the reviews My next step is that road sofa
Just have to decide if I want the set back seat or regular since I do ride with passenger don’t know if that will be less comfortable for the passenger
I’ll be making my first trip to Sturgis next month on this seat. I got the wider passenger seat version for my wife and she loves it. It has been a game changer in all aspects. The extended reach might play a factor if you have a tour pack. Maybe not though. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
glide_arkansas you will love strugis, one of my favorite trips, it’s pretty pricey on the hotels, I plan On it a year in advance, last min hotels if you can find one they run 300.00 a night there is so much beautiful riding.. and every place u go has its own type of event going on...i can’t say what place was my favorite of all cause I was so amazed .. from mt Rushmore to black hills and needles, i stood a few nights in dead wood and a few in rapid city. As far as party like a rockstar non stop was buffalo chip, was able to see Keith urban live concert...and the locals are soo friendly.. police are everywhere but there more for your own safety.. there not harassing anybody as long as no one gets Out of line.. most dangerous part is that everybody drinking and driving.. just ride your own ride and be safe out there... ps weather changes like no other.. rain one min hell the next and sunny hot and windy
So make sure u gear up for it
Spanky 13 Thanks for all of the advice! I’m staying in Rapid City. The total stay is like $600.00. I booked early. I’m not worried about cops, because I am one. I want to see Mt. Rushmore and more. I’m sure we’ll stay away from the serious party goers. lol
@@glidearkansas just woundering how did u like your seat after strugis ride and how many miles do you put down a day, I ended up buying the road sofa before my trip for Daytona and key west from California...I tryed the extended reach and it was to far back and loss room for the passenger, I ended up replacing my seat with a trike seat instead it was still sat back 1”1/2 back instead of 2” but was wider passenger and driver... also
But to be honest I’m not happy with the seat I still had to run seat cushions due to seat was way to hard and uncomfortable, looks good tho lol
@@spanky1346 lol! I’m glad you found a seat that you like though! I didn’t get the extended reach seat. I like sitting more forward on the bike. It helps with slow speed maneuvering.
I still love my seat. Our first day was 580 miles to Council Bluffs, IA. Day two was 530 miles to Rapid City, SD. We rode every day there and back home, without any issues. I hope to do an iron butt this year and really put it to the test.
Just saw your link on David Lawson video. Just subbed. Sharing the love
Thanks! I subbed you back.
glide_arkansas thanks 🙏
What about the height of the seat compared to the stock seat? I'm 5'3" and ride a 17 RGS. I run the stock seat but I purchased an Ultra Low seat for the wife and I so she had more comfort than the stock seat. thanks for the video... DAWG from the show me state..
I would say that it is about the same height as the stock seat, but it’s tapered more on the front. The taper helps a lot. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, DAWG!
I wanted to support your MotoChannel so I watch this video...
now I need to go look for a MotoVid of yours that pertains more to me. (smiles)
Looking at getting the Saddlemen Road Sofa LS for my 2021 RGS. Is extended reach version better or the normal one? I am 5,11" with a 32.5 inch inseam.
I would recommend the regular one. It’s what I have and my inseam is 32”. I think the extended reach pushes you back about 2 inches more. If you like sitting further back, get the extended reach. I hope this helps. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment!
Compared to your stock seat does the Road Sofa push you back 2 inches? Would you say the height is similar? I installed Legends on my 2015 SGS late last year and love them but wanted just a little more comfort with a new seat.
Randy Overton, they have an extended reach model that will push you back two inches. The regular Road Sofa keeps you in about the same place as the stock seat. I have really enjoyed the feel of the ride with the Legend Suspension and Saddlemen seat combination. It’s a very plush ride now. I hope that this helps you. Thanks for commenting!
@@glidearkansas Great to hear the seat is around the same position as stock. Definitely helps!
did you notice if the saddlemen seat is a higher ride or a same height as the harley seat?
I wouldn’t say that it’s much of a noticeable difference. You don’t sink down in to it like the stock seat.
I love everything about my 2020 Road King except that damn seat. Going to check this one out.
crynsky I know what you mean! You won’t be disappointed with this one. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
Let us know what you need :)
@@saddlemenusa Something kinder to my 57 year old ass and get my boys off the tank. I'm only 5'11' but I am 250 pounds I feel cramped and a 250 mile ride recently was brutal.
@@crynsky The Saddlemen extended reach Road Sofa would be our suggestion for you. Check it out at saddlemen.com or give us a call 800 397 7709 - we can help! Thanks!
Good sir you have earned a subscriber. Thank you for this video!
MOTOBLADE Thank you, sir! I am glad to have you. You are welcome! I hope that it helped you.
@@glidearkansas It certainly did. I was looking for a review from someone who has put actual miles on the seat and you delivered. I went ahead and ordered one because of you. Thanks again!
how would you compare the saddlemen road safe to the Ultimate seats, which also have a great reputation?
I honestly cannot answer this question, because I have never ridden on an Ultimate seat. I have a friend that has one on his Honda Valkyrie and he loves it. It’s very padded and wide. The Saddlemen is a bit cheaper cost wise. That would be a good comparison to do though.
@@glidearkansas thanks for quick response! Price is pretty much the same. I like that the ultimate is a 2 piece setup, but as a con, it's really very wide and you need a rain cover if it's raining cats and dogs.
@@bjornaltmann8184 I do like the slimness of the Saddlemen. No problem! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!
How comfortable is it for the passenger?
Paul Wolf my wife loves it. I was reluctant to buy the wider passenger seat version, but it has been well worth it. After hundreds of miles, I’ve heard no complaints.
Very good review finally on the road sofa . All the others sucked ! Also let all your buddies know that that thin blue line in the American flag is very disrespectful to the real version . Thanks for the review .
Thanks!
Did it break in after put in more miles?
Jeremy Nunes Thanks for leaving a comment! Yes, it has broken in. It just gets better and better, like a pair of broken in boots.
Love the scoop seats
WildOn2s Vlog Yes, they’re very comfortable. Thanks for the comment!
I saw those videos too. You gotta get out and ride to know what works and what doesnt.
Delusion In The Brain You’re exactly right. Thanks for the comment!
great review!
Digital Mischief Thanks!
Great channel,subbed
Thanks!
Great job. Thanks 🙏
Thanks! I appreciate you leaving me a comment!
Could you possibly do a review from across the street , this way we get a better view of the seat stitching and look.
mrsnappy52 I’m not following where you’re going with that. The whole beginning of the video is closeups of the seat.
glide_arkansas Hello , that was not left by me. That was left by my stepson. Why I have no idea. Thank you for responding or I would not have caught it.
It has been corrected !
mrsnappy52 No worries! I’m glad that you got it taken care of. 👍
We’re looking for a new seat also Great video
Burntupwoodburning By Matt Thanks, Matt! There are a ton of options on the market.
Ordered my today lol wife said I'm not allowed to go to harley shop no more by myself
🤣 That’s hilarious! I hope that you enjoy the seat as much as I have. Thanks for leaving me a comment!
@@glidearkansas got my seat in did a little over a hundred miles on Saturday can tell a wounded of differences. Does seam to sit me closer to the tank, Have u had any problems with water getting in ur seat?while riding in the rain.
@@ernestwilson4897 That’s great! No, I don’t guess that I have. I guess if it’s a concern, you can always throw the rain cover on. I haven’t ever felt the seat get a “soaked” feeling.
I liked your review. Something that bugs me about shopping for a seat is that everything is so subjective. Nothing is finite and measurable. Some guy that rides 2,000 miles a year could say it’s the best thing ever (and it’s not).
Jim Morrison Thanks, Jim! You are absolutely right. It makes you want to ask people how long they have had and used products.
Nice review!
Jersey Nick Moto Thank you! I know that you put in some big miles. What seat are you running?
I’m actually still running the stock seat. I guess I just got used to it over the years. But I’m always looking for options because I know the stock seat won’t last forever.
that seat moved you forward some too
I rode a Saddlemans Road sofa for over 3,000 miles I had to send it back worst seat ever
That's 60 seconds I'll never get back.
Hardley-Riddensome: Yesterday's technology at tomorrow's prices.
Audio is so low i can barely hear you, last video i was turning it down.
Thanks for the feedback! I have a different mic setup now.
Nice video , I enjoyed the view , I am still riding on my stock seat and I guess I havn't rode it long enuff to be sore from riding it . Will have to test it out , 500 miles to Paris Tx. in one day for bring it home ( win ) was just fine for my weight of 140 . Thanks for video , I am looking forward to another when you have time to put one up I ain't put a new one up since I put my bring it home video up which is still there if you havn't seen it . Shadestradingpost.com you tube
Thanks! I rode to Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach, Florida on the stock seat. When I crossed from Mississippi to Arkansas on my way home, I was in so much pain and beyond ready to be home. That’s why I switched. I’ll go check out your video now.
@@glidearkansas I been riding off and on since I was 16, then rode east coast to west coast when I was 20, on a Honda 450 , and that seat was not good for 300 miles a day , but it is what it is . I will have to look into another seat .
@@shadestradingpostcom That’s awesome! I hope to ride the west coast soon. Then, I will have been coast to coast on my bike.
Is the LS Real Leather something like Italian leather?
They call it “Saddlehyde”. There is info on their website. It has been really durable, in my opinion.