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The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => The Bike - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: Austin on October 10, 2011, 05:14:57 PM

Title: Seat Changes
Post by: Austin on October 10, 2011, 05:14:57 PM

Does anyone know if Kaw made any changes to the 2010 Seat from the proir 2009 model?  I'm looking to change the seat cover using HT Moto, but their seat covers are made specifically for 2008-2009.  I wasn't aware of any changes to the seat in 2010, but maybe I missed something.

Austin

Title: Re: Seat Changes
Post by: jimmymac on October 10, 2011, 05:52:14 PM

The '10 seat was all black, instead of black and grey. they both interchange.

Title: Re: Seat Changes
Post by: ZG on October 10, 2011, 06:27:15 PM

Quote from: jimmymac on October 10, 2011, 05:52:14 PM

The '10 seat was all black, instead of black and grey. they both interchange.

+1...

Title: Re: Seat Changes
Post by: C1xRider on October 10, 2011, 08:16:33 PM

I have one of each, and they seem like they are the same shape when sitting on them and looking at them side by side.  Same pan and mounting hardware, and the cover seems to be made from the same material.

My guess is the only difference is the color of the front half.

Title: Re: Seat Changes
Post by: Austin on October 11, 2011, 12:29:07 AM

Thanks for the quick responses everyone.  That is what I was thinking, but I wanted to be sure.  Originally I wanted to buy a Russell Day Long seat, but when I called them, they were reluctant to take my order due to the fact I tip-toe on the ground now with the stock seat.  It's a shame, because I have never sat on a RDL, but have not heard one negative (other than look) in all of the years I've know about them; so I knew I couldn't go wrong.

With my remaining choices being less than ideal, I decided to make a go at modifying the stock seat to see what I can come up with for less than $200.  I started by ordering a nice cover from HT Moto.  Now I'm searching for the best foam/gel I can find.  Once I get the foam, I will start hacking away at the stocker.  Putting the new cover on shouldn't be too difficult.  I've done that before on a couple of other bikes without any issues.

If my results are not satisfactory for me, then I still have the option of sending my seat off to Spencer, or buying a Corbin/Sargent/etc...  Of course, once I finish, I'll post pictures as well.

Thanks again,

Austin

Title: Re: Seat Changes
Post by: VirginiaJim on October 11, 2011, 04:01:18 AM

The Russell raised me up at least an inch or so....

Title: Re: Seat Changes
Post by: The Pope on October 11, 2011, 04:04:26 AM

Hey Austin, if you haven't seen this thread: http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=4011.0 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=4011.0) you might want to check it out.

Title: Re: Seat Changes
Post by: Austin on October 11, 2011, 11:41:54 AM

Quote from: The Pope on October 11, 2011, 04:04:26 AM

Hey Austin, if you haven't seen this thread: http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=4011.0 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=4011.0) you might want to check it out.

Thanks Pope.  I gave Loren a call, and that is also looking like a very strong option for me.

Austin

Title: Re: Seat Changes
Post by: sherob on October 11, 2011, 12:34:43 PM

A friend of mine at work used these guys http://www.bitchnstitchninc.com/index.html (http://www.bitchnstitchninc.com/index.html)  Had his Feejer done, as well as his wifes NT.  Had nothing but raves and positive things to say about the service and work done.

Had his seat done, then rode to the Indy races... could not believe how comfy the seat was, and his wife was very very happy about hers too.

Just adding another option.