Consider replacing the rear shocks instead.

Alot of people (myself included) have spent alot of money trying to find a more comfortable saddle for the Savage.  We've gone with memory foam, lamb-skin covers, gel pad, air pads even wood beads trying to make the seat more comfortable.  In more extreme cases, people are fitting expensive aftermarket seats to the bike.  (I do like to look of the sprung solo saddles!)

Even with a saddle that was more comfortable than my La-Z-Boy recliner, my back and butt would still hurt after a long ride.  That is until I changed my rear shocks.

I put on a set of Progressive Suspension 4005c shocks (intended for the Harley FLX/FDX/Sportster which is much heavier than the Savage) and could not believe the difference.  I had to machine the bushings (because it was a metric stud and came with 1/2 bushing) but they do make a metric 4233c shock.  They're pricey (around $270.00 shipped) but once you put them on your bike, you're going to think you're riding on a cloud.  It is so much better, I put my stock seat back on.  It feels better than my custom seat. (alot more supportive).

Something to consider before you break out the grinder and the tig welder to get that Corbin to fit.....

skrapiron -FSO wrote on 03/11/08 at 15:49:59:


the 412-4233c's are a straight fit as well as the old geezer 412-4232c

412-4232C for a soft ride @90/130lb springs  
412-4233C for a firm ride @115/155lb springs

but stay away from the dealers unless they buy dinner first -

$182.95 + $17.95 shipping
In Stock. Ships from and sold by Motorcycle Accessory Warehouse

   Free Spirit change the shocks,you will fine the seat not that bad. I have a 1500 intruder when they came out  motorcycle magazines said it is the best seat in motorcycles. So I have the best and the worst according to what some people say here. 1500 is a real wide seat even the passengers.

  Yes Stumusic,that right the shocks are very stiff,motorcycles are made so they can carry two people,so you have to figure that would be about  300 to 350 pounds so when you are light the suspension doesn't work much.The bigger guys on here want notice as much  as the smaller guys and girls.The progressive shocks really make a difference,and your getting a little more travel.

If you can use a Sportster seat on a Savage,why cant you use a Corbin seat made for a Sportster,on a Savage? Just wondering!

Sorry,just read the first post again.....someone did mention that.

So you can do it?

Reelthing wrote on 03/13/08 at 12:31:58:


Who is that....Russell Custom?

I was wondering if it was possible.

Where do you guys get the shocks at a better price?

FreeSpirit wrote on 03/13/08 at 04:32:37:


I had the stock seat on my wife’s bike tailored to fit better. (Small slender lady)
Basically they removed about an inch or so of foam from the back half of the driver’s seat. This did 2 things:
1)      widened the sitting area about 2 inches (Believe it or not, it is a lot more room)
2)      The seat no longer slopes forwarded, (No more riding up on the gas tank)

I was concerned about the lack of padding and worried about bottoming out and feeling the seat frame. (I’m 5’11 and weight 200)
I took it for a test ride and had no issues with it at all.

Also, unless you know what to look for you could not tell the seat was customized.

Total Price for work was $130.00
I hope this helps

All,
Thank you for the input on the Shocks, I will get them on the wife’s bike. She is small and I think she would benefit for them.