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Old 09-21-2011, 09:23 PM
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Cheap Corbin Seat

Found a corbin seat for $130 locally. Is it worth it or should I pass on it. Tired of rackin my boys on the tank everytime I hit the brakes.
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Old 09-21-2011, 11:13 PM
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If the leather is not hard as a rock. Or if it is and you think you can work some life back into it.
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The main issue I have with the Corbin seats is you can't move around on the bike.

So if you have a "sit in one place" riding style it can work well for you.
If you like to move around and hang off the bike, well you might not like the way the seat is set up.
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Old 09-22-2011, 04:03 AM
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From the sounds of it, staying in one place ( away from the tank) is exactly what he wants to do.
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Old 09-22-2011, 05:44 AM
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Thanks for the input guys. Really want a sargent, but don't like the price. Think I'm gonna grab it. If I don't like it I'll get it rebuilt and recovered. There is a shop here that does some excellent work and at a reasonable price.
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Old 09-22-2011, 11:55 AM
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consider having your stock seat custom tweaked. There are some places that replace and contour foam for fairly good prices.
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Old 09-22-2011, 01:48 PM
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Originally Posted by 8541Hawk
The main issue I have with the Corbin seats is you can't move around on the bike.

So if you have a "sit in one place" riding style it can work well for you.
If you like to move around and hang off the bike, well you might not like the way the seat is set up.
Totally 100% disagree. I can move all over the place on my Corbin. In fact I'm a little perplexed about the statement. My stock seat [cover] kept me put. When I got the Corbin, I was amazed at how much more it had me moving all around. Now I tend to lean off a little, reducing lean angle.

That's an awesome price if it's in good condition. Buy it quick and make up your mind later. You could even get your money back plus some if you decide you don't like it.
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Old 09-22-2011, 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by 8541Hawk
The main issue I have with the Corbin seats is you can't move around on the bike.

So if you have a "sit in one place" riding style it can work well for you.
If you like to move around and hang off the bike, well you might not like the way the seat is set up.
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Totally 100% disagree. I can move all over the place on my Corbin. In fact I'm a little perplexed about the statement. My stock seat [cover] kept me put. When I got the Corbin, I was amazed at how much more it had me moving all around. Now I tend to lean off a little, reducing lean angle.

That's an awesome price if it's in good condition. Buy it quick and make up your mind later. You could even get your money back plus some if you decide you don't like it.
i too totally disagree! i too am perplexed by this statement. i love the fact that i can move around, almost slide, when i want to adjust seating position. and the corbin is very comfy. i have had corbins on all my bikes.
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My vote is you should jump on it (the deal). Thats how I got my corbin & do like it alot.
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Super good price, go for it! Worst case you can re sell it for the same or more!
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That’s a great price.. There is one on Craig’s list for 350 with a backrest... but it's solid black. .. so I passed.

I wonder if the slip / stick difference is due to the type of leather used for the seat and side panels. Corbin offers plan smooth, or various textured leathers products.
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mine are plain leather. i don't appreciate the fake cf, or many other finishes. it's leather, let it's natural character come through.
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I found a Corbin at about the same price and like it far better than the stock seat. My nuts really appreciate the Corbin seat when I brake hard too. Just ask my gas tank.
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Old 09-23-2011, 09:19 PM
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