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Message started by rfw2003 on 05/31/12 at 19:46:53

Title: Corbin Seat
Post by rfw2003 on 05/31/12 at 19:46:53

Well got my new Corbin seat in today. Promptly put it on and had to take it for a spin. Did a short 50 mile ride and all I can say is WOW what a difference. I can't imagine it feeling much better, but I'm told it gets even better as it molds to you over the first few thousand miles. In my book it's definitely money well spent.

R.F.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by mjs3790225 on 05/31/12 at 20:51:13

Do you perchance have a link available to the one you bought? Would love to check it out!

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by SALB on 05/31/12 at 21:04:52

http://www.corbin.com/suzuki/ss40.shtml

:) :) :) :) :) :)

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by 12Bravo on 05/31/12 at 21:05:48

Yes the Corbin seat DOES get better as it breaks in. I've had mine for a few months now and love it. Its also better for passengers too (compared to the stock seat). I bought mine directly from Corbin http://www.corbin.com/suzuki/ss40.shtml

SALB beat me to posting the link

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by mjs3790225 on 06/01/12 at 01:24:51

Awesome thanks!

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by 360k+ on 06/01/12 at 08:11:57

I've purchased several seats from Mike Corbin for various bikes going all the way back to his old shop in Castroville before moving to Hollister. In the old days you'd get an appointment, ride in, meet Mike personally, and be assigned a personal seat fitter. He would hand fit your seat to your own personal butt, which generally took several hours of ride - trim - ride - trim... cycles. Since you guys are in different states, how do you get a custom fit seat, or is it just a generic fit? I'm just curious as to how Mike runs the business these days?

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by 12Bravo on 06/01/12 at 08:25:51

You provide your weight and inseam length when you order your seat online.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by rfw2003 on 06/01/12 at 10:42:14

As 12Bravo said they ask for some basic info to help guide them in the shaping of the seat. If you feel the seat isn't right to will let you send it back in for adjustments for no charge unless the cover itself no longer works with the seat then they charge you a small charge for a new cover.

R.F.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by BobWd on 06/01/12 at 12:06:49

Does this seat use the stock mounting locations? :-/

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by rfw2003 on 06/01/12 at 13:04:59

775A576251350 wrote:

Does this seat use the stock mounting locations? :-/

Yes it does. In my case since I had the 2 piece stock seat it just uses the mounting point for the main seat.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by BobWd on 06/01/12 at 13:39:32

I came very close to buying one. So close I had to call Corbin and cancel the order. I was trying to find out how much the shipping would be so I filled out the online form expecting the shipping charges to pop up at the end. They didn't and I actually placed an order. Didn't have the money to cover it.
I have a couple of co-workers that have bigger cruisers they are thinking of selling. If I don't end up buying one of those, I may try & talk the wifE into letting me order one. At least that way she might be more comfortable and want to ride with me. I'll still keep my Savage just in case she or my 16 year old son wants to learn.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by rfw2003 on 06/01/12 at 13:47:22

7C515C695A3E0 wrote:

Shipping was $35 for me to Tx. for a total of $314 shipped to my door. I ordered just the stock design in black leather.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by greenmonster on 06/01/12 at 14:17:09

Is the Corbin leather? I'm a little confused about that after reading the site. In the details it says that it's vinyl but then they talk about conditioning the leather.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by rfw2003 on 06/01/12 at 15:13:31

627760606B686A6B76716077050 wrote:

Is the Corbin leather? I'm a little confused about that after reading the site. In the details it says that it's vinyl but then they talk about conditioning the leather.

the stock as pictured with no options or changes is black leather with vinyl sides. You have limited selections from the web order form but if you call them there is a whole slew of different leathers and vinyls to pick from as well as stitch patterns and welting.

R.F.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by greenmonster on 06/01/12 at 15:55:29

Interesting. I've been looking around for a good new seat that I can swap straight across. Stitching has split in the front and the Mrs. is not happy with the current passenger seat.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by 360k+ on 06/01/12 at 16:49:21

7B6F7E3B39393A090 wrote:

Ahhh, OK. Hmmm, now you got me to thinkin... lol.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by BobWd on 06/01/12 at 19:19:54

rfw2003 Where is Yantis? I'm next door to Ft. Hood.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by rfw2003 on 06/01/12 at 19:36:43

123F320734500 wrote:

rfw2003 Where is Yantis? I'm next door to Ft. Hood.

I'm about 1 hour north of Tyler

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by BobWd on 06/02/12 at 19:26:13

@ rfw2003 You got any pics?

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by rfw2003 on 06/02/12 at 21:00:03

0429241122460 wrote:

@ rfw2003 You got any pics?

I'll dig out the camera tomorrow and take a few pics.

R.F.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by ALfromN.H. on 06/03/12 at 11:02:51

Here's a picture of mine.
http://p1.bikepics.com/2012/05/06/bikepics-2396588-800.jpg

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by rfw2003 on 06/03/12 at 17:05:09

Here are the first pics of my little Savage.

http://i1158.photobucket.com/albums/p618/rfw2003/IMG_20120603_183601.jpg

http://i1158.photobucket.com/albums/p618/rfw2003/IMG_20120603_183547.jpg

http://i1158.photobucket.com/albums/p618/rfw2003/IMG_20120603_183527.jpg

http://i1158.photobucket.com/albums/p618/rfw2003/IMG_20120603_183517.jpg

http://i1158.photobucket.com/albums/p618/rfw2003/IMG_20120603_183507.jpg

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by SuperSavage on 06/03/12 at 22:13:42

That is a beautiful seat! I also am a fan of the silver jug, it really makes the bike pop. I have a Mustang fastback on my Vulcan and I wish they made seats for our Ls650's. Very comfy, similar to your Corbin.

Title: Re: Corbin Seat
Post by tizzyfit on 06/04/12 at 18:22:05

Corbin seats are the best! Obviously, that's just my opinion, but my 68 year old butt has no complaints, regardless of the length of the ride. Corbin's customer service is next to none! These people will bend over backward to accommodate any requests and the lifetime warranty covers really stupid things like cross-threading the mounting bracket....They sent me a new one.
With the original seat on my 06 S40, it felt like I was not part of the bike. With the Corbin seat, because it contours my posterior, I feel more a part of the bike which translates to more comfort and better control. Your experience may vary.