Wow, there is a big difference between the stock seat and the reach seat. Does the reach seat have just as much padding as the Mustang seat. Did you have to sacrifice any comfort going to the reach seat? Great information. Well done. 👍
Thank you. 🥰 My Super Reach Seat on Scarlett (my Road King) is the most comfortable one I have ever used. If they have did remove padding, it more than makes up for it in how you sit in the the seat instead of on the seat. Helps keep my posture closer to neutral and I feel very little muscle fatigue in my lower back. I LOVE MY SEAT! In fact, I am thinking about having the one on Bob (my Fat Boy) modified to be more in line with the Scarlett.
Robin The Lady Biker you’re right. A good seat will make the difference between having a great ride or being uncomfortable the whole time. I vote for having a great ride. 😂
Marvin Lerias If the seat is not enough, in my video ‘Making Her Mine’ I also talk about a bracket I added the the shocks that helped me get another inch of reach. Just a few adjustments can really make a difference in confidence levels and you can do it!
Hi, I'm Rod. I just bought a 2015 Roadking. I love it but when I mine. I had the opposite problem. The last owner must have been a little guy or girl. I had a low seat on mine. It was awful for me. I needed what they call a tallboy seat. Which I was going to buy but the dealer did me a solid and gave me a tall Ultra classic seat. Which actually works just fine on a Roadking. It's much better. So comfortable. I enjoy the channel. Keep up the good work!!
Rodney Kandel Thank you! And I know of someone else that had a similar issue as you and did the same thing. Just changes out the stock RK seat for an Ultra Classic seat. It still surprises me how much difference the seat makes on each bike.
The seat made a huge difference and I sure a lot more comfortable. You manage the weight of the Road king very well. Both are beautiful machines. Ride safe!
Love that scarlet's color, the Super reach seat looked to me only to move you forward as the seat height (for driver) looked the same. I'm shorter, I have a Street Glide and want to do a seat change too
It does primarily shift you forward, which I love because it puts me in a better position for the center of gravity on the bike. I have better control. It does lower you about an inch. That may not sound like much, but it makes a difference. Depending on your height, you might also consider different shocks in the back or a bracket that will lower the tail a touch more as well. In addition to the seat, I also put brackets on the back of the bike that gave me an additional 3/4" and that was the final piece I needed to feel confident when at a stop. And the seat if very comfortable. I have ridden about 27K miles in 18 months on this seat and I love it!
@@MotoByChance My 2021 street Glide is lighter than my other two big road bikes (yes, I almost got a Road King but I believe the Street is suppose to already be or have a 1" lower seat height, but at expense of the rear suspension travel so I dont think dropping the suspension or lower shocks will be a good solution for the SG), and I'm shorter and lighter weight than most..wow you have stacked the miles on in a short time.. what year is Scarlet? By using the background (since you didn't move the camera or the bike) that's how I'm gauging or judging the seat heights..
@@ut1004bp well, you just taught me something new. I did not know that about the Street Glide. Will have to go sit on one to see the difference. And Scarlett is a 2020.
@@MotoByChance make sure the are the same years, my stand for reason that my Street Glide hits cracks and bumps much harder than I expected (less shock travel)
I also found a bracket that you can put on that will change the angle of the shocks. It lowers the seat another inch without lowering the frame. If you are interested let me know and I will do a follow up video to show that mod.
Good video. I am 5'6" -- bought 08 Road King a month ago -- way too high - for the weigh you have to balance! I have gotten boots, big help, put on 12" Progressive shocks, huge help, and am looking to go for the reach seat as well. Going to try one Monday -Thanks for video.
I'm 5'2" and I just found out last weekend that I can actually fit a softail slim with one of those seats that sit you forward. I was really shocked because I've never been able to flat foot a big twin or really reach the forward pegs. Since the Slim comes with floor boards it was a comfortable fit for me all the way around. I didn't know what the name of the seat was but it was just like the one you've shown here. Now, I'm kinda wanting a slim....lol! I'm a new rider so I've got to get way better on my sportster but maybe one day? Lol! I've just found your channel and I'm really enjoying your content. Thanks for sharing your experiences. I definitely subbed.
Carrie Flynn Thank you for the sub! And I’m so happy that you found a seat that helps! Going to a bigger bike is definitely a challenge. There are days my big Road King still intimidates me. Then I take a breath, remember that I can, and ride it out. Definitely wait until you feel ready to take on the challenge of a bigger bike and then go for it!
Hey Robin love the vids and content. Have you ever tried a solo seat. Mustang make a great solo seat that will set you lower and forward. My wife is 5 ft 4 and runs one on her heritage classic..she ran 4000 mile in twelve days at the end of may this year without any butt or back issues. I run one on my road king. We both have the removable backrests but only use them only for the long trips. If you don't ride passengers a solo seat is the way to go in our opinions. Lose the rear floorboards don't need the weight ,remove the quick release sissy bar and luggage rack when not on long trips or when you get to motel or campground and the bike looks more like a pony Express steel horse than a clydesdale work horse. Which is not to say the clydesdale isn't a beautiful horse cause it is.
Thank you for the insight on a solo seat. I do ride with a passenger on a regular and use the sissy bar to strap my work equipment to several times a week. I will be making a long trip soon, I will have more info on this seat soon. Hope you have a wonderful weekend and keep the shinny side up!
I’m 5 ‘7 and I. And I’m a guy and I ride a 98 evo ultra eg and she had the old style pillow seat on it when I got put me on tippy toes so I got a lepar low ride seat and wow what a. difference and makes bike look like it was lowed but it wasn t a low ride seat will do the same thing
There are about 8 really popular scooter makers that sell to the US. They may have lower seats for sale. My scooter maker does not offer lower seats so I had to mod my own. In my case I replaced some thick stiff seat foam with softer foam that would depress with my weight. There are also videos that show you ways to shave down the seat foam if you just need small modifications.
At 5’7” tall, I need my position tweaked a little on my Heritage. The reach seat moved me too much and was a little uncomfortable. Part of that is that I’m fat. I really have to stretch to reach the jiffy stand, too. I can function with the stock seat. It would be great if you could specifically order the dimensions needed in a seat. It’s also tough to trust online forums and videos because people are so subjective; some dude with a 29” inseam will tell you how great a seat is that’s made for a guy that’s 6’4”. Like for my seat, it would just be great if it moved me forward a little.
Jim Morrison Check your local area and see if there is anyone who does custom seats. Many that do can modify your stock seat to fit you better. Then do custom leather work if your budget allows. A 5’6” and even with the super reach seat, I have to stretch to reach the jiffy stand too.
Reach seats are great for shorter people. The only downside is the narrow seat exposes the right side cylinder head. Easy to get you leg burned if you are not very careful.
Great informative video , I rented a Road King in Hawaii last year and really enjoyed it there , Great lookng bikes, Cool color on your Road King. Keep up the good work .
John Gorley Thank you! I have made one additional adjustment to my RK to give even more leverage. It has required a little time, but my girl is so much fun. Ride safe!
I’m having that (I’m to short) problem, I am all about 411 maybe 5 feet. And I’ve been doing research but a lot of seats that I think might work for me are out of stock, even my dealership doesn’t have anything that would lower me and put me closer to the tank. What are your thoughts, I was thinking of ordering a couple of different seats, having them mailed out and then trying them on the bike and seeing which one works best. I struggle moving my bike back-and-forth, it’s like I have to use the palms of my feet to even push it when I’m sitting on it, clearly I’m in the wrong seat. I did see quite a few videos on lowering the front and back of the bike as well.
I think you are on the right track having a couple of different seats shipped to you to try on the bike. See if one works. If you don't find one that way, have you looked into having a seat custom made for you? Since you do have the vertical challenge, a custom seat could be the answer. And as for lowering the bike, I did install brackets on the back that lowered the rear of my bike an additional inch. Gave me the leverage I need without changing the lean angle. Get the seat dialed in first, then look at lowering options if you still need it. Let me know which seat you decide to go with.
Nice demo, but I just dont know why Harley Keeps the passenger pad so elevated on that super reach seat.. I have a 2020 RG, and shorter than you too, a going to test lower my rear shock with a 1" lowering block.. they are very cheap, and can help with the final decisions.
i have the super reduced reach and while i can control bike at stop and turns etc- i can not back the bike up if there is the slightest incline or even on flat ground :( uuuurgh
Afternoon maid, I know this an older post, you talk about a s/t fat, and r/k, you say they are both heavy but ride both well. My question is, do you prefer one over the other, do you find the r/k easier to handle than the fat. I have a deluxe, and not so much as struggle, but find she does not feel right for me, and was looking at the r/k. I am taller than you and some what older, not that makes much of a difference. Thank you
Thank you for checking in with your question. To answer, depends on the riding I am doing. If I am staying close to home (about 100 miles/160 km) I will often take the Fat Boy. He is smaller and easier to navigate city streets. If I am going for a long distance, the Road King is my choice every time. The size is more comfortable with Highway traffic and is designed to be comfortable over long distances. Hope this helps. 😎🏍🖤
My only question would be, because you’ve quite literally removed all the “seat” in order to get it low enough, what would that super reach seat be like on a 500+ mile trip?
It's Not your height that keeps you from flat footing a bike, it's your inseam. My inseam is 27 inches, I'm 5 foot 3. You could be 5 foot 9 and also have a 27 inch inseam.
I'm 5.5 and own a 2013 Ultra Classic. You describe exactly how I feel on my bike. People told me about the reach seat and the super reach seat. They don't suggest the super reach because it's not a comfortable ride because of the horn push on certain parts. If you know what I mean. But I feel because my height that's what I need. Because I'm not exactly flat footed with the reach seat. What's your opinion on this. The reach or super reach. My local Harley dealership doesn't have a demo for me to try out. So if I buy one. It's mine regardless it works for me or not. I know it's been about a year since you release this video. Hope you read this because I really don't know what I need to do. I just bought this bike. But already thinking on selling it. This type of bike is been my dream of owning. And I really don't want to drop the bike down and take away the ride and handling.
Hi Michael! I know exactly what you mean about the super reach being uncomfortable for men. I did a follow up to this video earlier this year and that is one of the things I mentioned. I still have some issues with reach even with the reach seat (which I tried before the super reach) so I put a 1” rear shock lowering kit on her and it gave me the little extra reach I needed without affecting my lean angle with riding. Let me go find the link in an old video and I’ll drop it in another comment.
HI great video! Did I miss it or you did not show what you look like sitting on the RK with the reach seat? I have a question for you. Is there a reason you went with Harley Davidson seats over an aftermarket seat like Corbin? Also, everything you said is true. I am a male and about 5 feet 7 and I got a Corbin seat which I think fits better but I have a police RK which the seats sits taller. Do you take suggestions for videos we would like to see that could be helpful to the public. For example, I have been riding for sometime but when I got a RK it felt like I was at the early stages of riding again because the weight of the bike, particularly the front end is very heavy. I actually dropped the bike after sitting a stop sign and needing to make a right or left and I have been avoiding U turns on if for fear of getting stuck or going down. How would you make U turns on a RK?. I kind of figured out what to do after stopping at a stop sign and making a left or right but would now mine hearing your comments about handling a heavy bike. I have actually thought about getting rid of my bike due to the heavy weight. Also, do you ride your RK around town or is if just for the highway which is where is does very well. I have been reluctant to do a round the town kind of stuff because of the weight etc. Thanks
Paul, thank you so much for watching. A couple of months ago I did a review on my seat. (czcams.com/video/4M1CcbW-IoE/video.html) I think it will fully answer many of your questions. Though the short answer for here, the Harley seat was the one that put me the best riding position for my size on a RK. Similar to the police seat, I sit almost on the tank, but lower to adapt for my height. I ride my bike all over the place. Highways, city streets, dirt roads, and I do understands the weight issue you are talking about. For me it all came down to learning how to counter balance and practicing. One of the best sources for this here on CZcams is Ride Like A Pro. I also bough a set of Motorcycle Drop Guards to [protect my bike when I am practicing. I hope this helps.
5'5". 2020 Road King. I had similar issues and found a backrest solved it for me. Question. Now you're pushed forward, you're closer to the engine. Brutally hot in the summer. Is that a problem?
Ginger Ross I don’t notice any significant difference with heat. I tried the back rest, but even the adjustable one didn’t put me in the right spot. But I totally see how, depending on arm length, it could be a great solution. Thank you for sharing!
Damn! You're such a spoilt rotten tomeboy Calamity Jane because those ain't no girls bikes :) Where I'm I ever gonna meet a girl like that who's into big motorcyles?
Wow, there is a big difference between the stock seat and the reach seat. Does the reach seat have just as much padding as the Mustang seat. Did you have to sacrifice any comfort going to the reach seat? Great information. Well done. 👍
Thank you. 🥰 My Super Reach Seat on Scarlett (my Road King) is the most comfortable one I have ever used. If they have did remove padding, it more than makes up for it in how you sit in the the seat instead of on the seat. Helps keep my posture closer to neutral and I feel very little muscle fatigue in my lower back. I LOVE MY SEAT! In fact, I am thinking about having the one on Bob (my Fat Boy) modified to be more in line with the Scarlett.
Robin The Lady Biker you’re right. A good seat will make the difference between having a great ride or being uncomfortable the whole time. I vote for having a great ride. 😂
@@MotoByChance send me a link with site information about seat for road king , with the reach seat
@@adriansavastian8774 Look in the description. The links for both the softtail and touring frames are there.
This video and the "Back side" video make me feel kind of funny like when I use to hand out on the roof of my gym class
Thank you Robin this is very useful, im also 5'6 and I really want to own a softail. This just gives me more encouragement
Marvin Lerias If the seat is not enough, in my video ‘Making Her Mine’ I also talk about a bracket I added the the shocks that helped me get another inch of reach.
Just a few adjustments can really make a difference in confidence levels and you can do it!
Hi, I'm Rod. I just bought a 2015 Roadking. I love it but when I mine. I had the opposite problem. The last owner must have been a little guy or girl. I had a low seat on mine. It was awful for me. I needed what they call a tallboy seat. Which I was going to buy but the dealer did me a solid and gave me a tall Ultra classic seat. Which actually works just fine on a Roadking. It's much better. So comfortable. I enjoy the channel. Keep up the good work!!
Rodney Kandel Thank you! And I know of someone else that had a similar issue as you and did the same thing. Just changes out the stock RK seat for an Ultra Classic seat. It still surprises me how much difference the seat makes on each bike.
The seat made a huge difference and I sure a lot more comfortable. You manage the weight of the Road king very well. Both are beautiful machines. Ride safe!
e b Thank you! And it really does make a difference and I can ride for much longer on the new seat. Keep the shiny side up!
Hey Robin, great video explaining the seats and the benefits of a lower seat. Keep up the great videos and thanks again for sharing.
Love that scarlet's color, the Super reach seat looked to me only to move you forward as the seat height (for driver) looked the same. I'm shorter, I have a Street Glide and want to do a seat change too
It does primarily shift you forward, which I love because it puts me in a better position for the center of gravity on the bike. I have better control. It does lower you about an inch. That may not sound like much, but it makes a difference. Depending on your height, you might also consider different shocks in the back or a bracket that will lower the tail a touch more as well. In addition to the seat, I also put brackets on the back of the bike that gave me an additional 3/4" and that was the final piece I needed to feel confident when at a stop.
And the seat if very comfortable. I have ridden about 27K miles in 18 months on this seat and I love it!
@@MotoByChance My 2021 street Glide is lighter than my other two big road bikes (yes, I almost got a Road King but I believe the Street is suppose to already be or have a 1" lower seat height, but at expense of the rear suspension travel so I dont think dropping the suspension or lower shocks will be a good solution for the SG), and I'm shorter and lighter weight than most..wow you have stacked the miles on in a short time.. what year is Scarlet? By using the background (since you didn't move the camera or the bike) that's how I'm gauging or judging the seat heights..
@@ut1004bp well, you just taught me something new. I did not know that about the Street Glide. Will have to go sit on one to see the difference.
And Scarlett is a 2020.
@@MotoByChance make sure the are the same years, my stand for reason that my Street Glide hits cracks and bumps much harder than I expected (less shock travel)
That is some good information for the shorter riders it’s better than lowering the bike thanks for a great video
I also found a bracket that you can put on that will change the angle of the shocks. It lowers the seat another inch without lowering the frame. If you are interested let me know and I will do a follow up video to show that mod.
Good video. I am 5'6" -- bought 08 Road King a month ago -- way too high - for the weigh you have to balance! I have gotten boots, big help, put on 12" Progressive shocks, huge help, and am looking to go for the reach seat as well. Going to try one Monday -Thanks for video.
I love mine. Let me know if it works for you. 🤞🏻
I'm 5'2" and I just found out last weekend that I can actually fit a softail slim with one of those seats that sit you forward. I was really shocked because I've never been able to flat foot a big twin or really reach the forward pegs. Since the Slim comes with floor boards it was a comfortable fit for me all the way around. I didn't know what the name of the seat was but it was just like the one you've shown here. Now, I'm kinda wanting a slim....lol! I'm a new rider so I've got to get way better on my sportster but maybe one day? Lol!
I've just found your channel and I'm really enjoying your content. Thanks for sharing your experiences. I definitely subbed.
Carrie Flynn Thank you for the sub! And I’m so happy that you found a seat that helps! Going to a bigger bike is definitely a challenge. There are days my big Road King still intimidates me. Then I take a breath, remember that I can, and ride it out. Definitely wait until you feel ready to take on the challenge of a bigger bike and then go for it!
Hey Robin love the vids and content. Have you ever tried a solo seat. Mustang make a great solo seat that will set you lower and forward. My wife is 5 ft 4 and runs one on her heritage classic..she ran 4000 mile in twelve days at the end of may this year without any butt or back issues. I run one on my road king. We both have the removable backrests but only use them only for the long trips. If you don't ride passengers a solo seat is the way to go in our opinions. Lose the rear floorboards don't need the weight ,remove the quick release sissy bar and luggage rack when not on long trips or when you get to motel or campground and the bike looks more like a pony Express steel horse than a clydesdale work horse. Which is not to say the clydesdale isn't a beautiful horse cause it is.
Thank you for the insight on a solo seat. I do ride with a passenger on a regular and use the sissy bar to strap my work equipment to several times a week. I will be making a long trip soon, I will have more info on this seat soon. Hope you have a wonderful weekend and keep the shinny side up!
I’m 5 ‘7 and I. And I’m a guy and I ride a 98 evo ultra eg and she had the old style pillow seat on it when I got put me on tippy toes so I got a lepar low ride seat and wow what a. difference and makes bike look like it was lowed but it wasn t a low ride seat will do the same thing
Congratulations on your 2 bikes I have a sport glide softail and a 2020 road glide the new seat will be for the road glide. Old ny out.
There are about 8 really popular scooter makers that sell to the US. They may have lower seats for sale. My scooter maker does not offer lower seats so I had to mod my own. In my case I replaced some thick stiff seat foam with softer foam that would depress with my weight. There are also videos that show you ways to shave down the seat foam if you just need small modifications.
At 5’7” tall, I need my position tweaked a little on my Heritage. The reach seat moved me too much and was a little uncomfortable. Part of that is that I’m fat. I really have to stretch to reach the jiffy stand, too. I can function with the stock seat. It would be great if you could specifically order the dimensions needed in a seat. It’s also tough to trust online forums and videos because people are so subjective; some dude with a 29” inseam will tell you how great a seat is that’s made for a guy that’s 6’4”. Like for my seat, it would just be great if it moved me forward a little.
Jim Morrison Check your local area and see if there is anyone who does custom seats. Many that do can modify your stock seat to fit you better. Then do custom leather work if your budget allows.
A 5’6” and even with the super reach seat, I have to stretch to reach the jiffy stand too.
Excellent Vid explaining seat issues!
I'm Poppa Thank you! I have been so happy hearing from riders feeling more confident when they find a seat that fits them.
Reach seats are great for shorter people. The only downside is the narrow seat exposes the right side cylinder head. Easy to get you leg burned if you are not very careful.
Good point. With my RK and seat, I am lucky I do not have that issue. On my Fat Boy, I did have to invest in a heat shield for that very reason.
Great informative video , I rented a Road King in Hawaii last year and really enjoyed it there , Great lookng bikes, Cool color on your Road King. Keep up the good work .
John Gorley Thank you! I have made one additional adjustment to my RK to give even more leverage. It has required a little time, but my girl is so much fun. Ride safe!
I’m having that (I’m to short) problem, I am all about 411 maybe 5 feet. And I’ve been doing research but a lot of seats that I think might work for me are out of stock, even my dealership doesn’t have anything that would lower me and put me closer to the tank. What are your thoughts, I was thinking of ordering a couple of different seats, having them mailed out and then trying them on the bike and seeing which one works best. I struggle moving my bike back-and-forth, it’s like I have to use the palms of my feet to even push it when I’m sitting on it, clearly I’m in the wrong seat. I did see quite a few videos on lowering the front and back of the bike as well.
I think you are on the right track having a couple of different seats shipped to you to try on the bike. See if one works. If you don't find one that way, have you looked into having a seat custom made for you? Since you do have the vertical challenge, a custom seat could be the answer.
And as for lowering the bike, I did install brackets on the back that lowered the rear of my bike an additional inch. Gave me the leverage I need without changing the lean angle. Get the seat dialed in first, then look at lowering options if you still need it.
Let me know which seat you decide to go with.
Nice demo, but I just dont know why Harley Keeps the passenger pad so elevated on that super reach seat.. I have a 2020 RG, and shorter than you too, a going to test lower my rear shock with a 1" lowering block.. they are very cheap, and can help with the final decisions.
Thank you and I agree.
i have the super reduced reach and while i can control bike at stop and turns etc- i can not back the bike up if there is the slightest incline or even on flat ground :( uuuurgh
Afternoon maid, I know this an older post, you talk about a s/t fat, and r/k, you say they are both heavy but ride both well. My question is, do you prefer one over the other, do you find the r/k easier to handle than the fat. I have a deluxe, and not so much as struggle, but find she does not feel right for me, and was looking at the r/k. I am taller than you and some what older, not that makes much of a difference. Thank you
Thank you for checking in with your question. To answer, depends on the riding I am doing. If I am staying close to home (about 100 miles/160 km) I will often take the Fat Boy. He is smaller and easier to navigate city streets. If I am going for a long distance, the Road King is my choice every time. The size is more comfortable with Highway traffic and is designed to be comfortable over long distances.
Hope this helps. 😎🏍🖤
My only question would be, because you’ve quite literally removed all the “seat” in order to get it low enough, what would that super reach seat be like on a 500+ mile trip?
Jeffrey Engle I’ll let everyone know in about a month.
I AM A GUY WHO IS 5.3 INCH TALL I AM A NEWER RIDER WHAT BIKE SHOULD I GET?
It's Not your height that keeps you from flat footing a bike, it's your inseam. My inseam is 27 inches, I'm 5 foot 3. You could be 5 foot 9 and also have a 27 inch inseam.
What bags are on the fatboy? Trying to get away from too many studs, nice video, thanks
That is a good question, I’m not sure. I am the 5th owner of Bob and I think it was the 1st owner that put them on.
Channel suggestion, invest in a teleprompter, you will see (or hear) a great difference.
If u r still hell bent on taking the north route u better find some heated gear as low in 40s and 30s are in Flagstaff...Sante fe...Tulsa...good luck
I am prepared. Thank you for checking on me.
Lower seats and reach seats are available from H-D
Keith Parr That is where I got both of mine that I featured in this video.
I'm 5.5 and own a 2013 Ultra Classic. You describe exactly how I feel on my bike. People told me about the reach seat and the super reach seat. They don't suggest the super reach because it's not a comfortable ride because of the horn push on certain parts. If you know what I mean. But I feel because my height that's what I need. Because I'm not exactly flat footed with the reach seat. What's your opinion on this. The reach or super reach. My local Harley dealership doesn't have a demo for me to try out. So if I buy one. It's mine regardless it works for me or not. I know it's been about a year since you release this video. Hope you read this because I really don't know what I need to do. I just bought this bike. But already thinking on selling it. This type of bike is been my dream of owning. And I really don't want to drop the bike down and take away the ride and handling.
Hi Michael!
I know exactly what you mean about the super reach being uncomfortable for men. I did a follow up to this video earlier this year and that is one of the things I mentioned.
I still have some issues with reach even with the reach seat (which I tried before the super reach) so I put a 1” rear shock lowering kit on her and it gave me the little extra reach I needed without affecting my lean angle with riding. Let me go find the link in an old video and I’ll drop it in another comment.
Here is the link to the lowering kit I use from Covington Customs. They have a 2" kit as well.
www.covingtonscustoms.com/Catalog/?PartNumber=C1404-B
How did you make out
HI great video! Did I miss it or you did not show what you look like sitting on the RK with the reach seat? I have a question for you. Is there a reason you went with Harley Davidson seats over an aftermarket seat like Corbin? Also, everything you said is true. I am a male and about 5 feet 7 and I got a Corbin seat which I think fits better but I have a police RK which the seats sits taller. Do you take suggestions for videos we would like to see that could be helpful to the public. For example, I have been riding for sometime but when I got a RK it felt like I was at the early stages of riding again because the weight of the bike, particularly the front end is very heavy. I actually dropped the bike after sitting a stop sign and needing to make a right or left and I have been avoiding U turns on if for fear of getting stuck or going down. How would you make U turns on a RK?. I kind of figured out what to do after stopping at a stop sign and making a left or right but would now mine hearing your comments about handling a heavy bike. I have actually thought about getting rid of my bike due to the heavy weight. Also, do you ride your RK around town or is if just for the highway which is where is does very well. I have been reluctant to do a round the town kind of stuff because of the weight etc. Thanks
Paul, thank you so much for watching. A couple of months ago I did a review on my seat. (czcams.com/video/4M1CcbW-IoE/video.html) I think it will fully answer many of your questions. Though the short answer for here, the Harley seat was the one that put me the best riding position for my size on a RK. Similar to the police seat, I sit almost on the tank, but lower to adapt for my height.
I ride my bike all over the place. Highways, city streets, dirt roads, and I do understands the weight issue you are talking about. For me it all came down to learning how to counter balance and practicing. One of the best sources for this here on CZcams is Ride Like A Pro. I also bough a set of Motorcycle Drop Guards to [protect my bike when I am practicing.
I hope this helps.
@@MotoByChance Thanks! Where did you get your drop guards from? You are no joke!
@@p-dub7422 motorcycledropguards.com
5'5". 2020 Road King. I had similar issues and found a backrest solved it for me. Question. Now you're pushed forward, you're closer to the engine. Brutally hot in the summer. Is that a problem?
Ginger Ross I don’t notice any significant difference with heat. I tried the back rest, but even the adjustable one didn’t put me in the right spot. But I totally see how, depending on arm length, it could be a great solution. Thank you for sharing!
How many bikes you have?
How did the long ride go on this seat?
My recent one? It was awesome. This the 3rd big ride I have done with this set and I love it. I can go 400 miles a day on this seat easy.
"You are so beautiful"
Let's see ;... $14. for a lowering kit or $425. for a new seat , hmmmmmmmmmmmm ; I think I 'll go with the lowering kit '!
Thank you for watching. I had to do both. And after 25,000+ miles in that seat in 18 months… worth every penny!
Hope you have a great day. 😎🏍🖤
Can you take me on the back sed end go for a ride ? He he he
Damn! You're such a spoilt rotten tomeboy Calamity Jane because those ain't no girls bikes :) Where I'm I ever gonna meet a girl like that who's into big motorcyles?
And by the way nic fat boy very nice
You're really pretty! Are you single?
Thank you, and I am flattered. No, I am happily married.
Ok your husband is a lucky man.