Seat Recommendation

Discussion in 'Triumph General Discussion' started by otari_99, Dec 17, 2024.

  1. otari_99

    otari_99 New Member

    Dec 12, 2024
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    Greetings All,

    I recently removed the King & Queen seat and passenger backrest from my '012 Bonneville and put the factory original seat back on.

    Wow! I forgot how hard that seat is, so I'm looking for a similar style comfy alternative.

    It appears these folks have some possibilities;

    https://www.saddlemen.com/motorcycle-seats/triumph/americano-cafe-classic

    https://www.omegaracer.com/triumph-bonneville-custom-seats/

    Thoughts? Recommendations?

    Note that two-up riding is not a requirement.

    Thanks!
     
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  2. Samsgrandad

    Samsgrandad Senior Member

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    During the time I had Bonnevilles the only seat that I found comfortable was the King and Queen seat.
    They may be fugly but they are comfy!! I think you will have to go a long way and spend to get a similar level of comfort. But it's all about personal preference so what may be comfy to one will be a pain to others.

    Best of luck with your quest!
     
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  3. otari_99

    otari_99 New Member

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    #3 otari_99, Dec 18, 2024
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    Yeah, I agree with your assessment.

    I had correspondence today with 'Saddlemen' about their cafe option. It was indicated that it will be "...more comfortable than your stock seat, but it is a short range seat...".

    Perhaps I'll go ahead with that option and put the K&Q back on for longer distance use.

    Thanks!
     
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  4. Mrs Visor

    Mrs Visor Elite Member

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    You could have your factory one re-covered with extra padding added if you like the look. I had my Street Triple one done and it made a big difference.
     
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  5. otari_99

    otari_99 New Member

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    Thanks for responding.

    Was the original cover reused?
     
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  6. Mrs Visor

    Mrs Visor Elite Member

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    No, I opted for a different one.
     
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  7. otari_99

    otari_99 New Member

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    Okay, thanks.

    I've found a local shop (frankly, I'm surprised), but haven't settled yet on a cover.
     
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  8. Sir Trev

    Sir Trev Senior Member

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    Have you considered getting a gel pad added under the existing cover? I've adapted two previous bikes this way, one of them a '17 T100, and they both went from 60 mins max to all day comfy. Much cheaper than a branded K&Q or similar and you keep the stock look.
     
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  9. otari_99

    otari_99 New Member

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    Interesting. I have not. I'll look into it.

    Thanks!
     
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  10. Marco Wikstrom

    Marco Wikstrom Active Member

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    I've found that a firm seat such as a broken-in Corbin is better for long distance riding. I've also found that wearing proper leather riding pants increases comfort for almost any seat.
     
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  11. ÖHS

    ÖHS New Member

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    #11 ÖHS, Dec 23, 2024 at 10:41 AM
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    I am using an Omegaracer Neo Tracker with gel inserts. Very good shop, the seat is very high quality but way too hard imho. Maybe I shouldn't have opted for the gel inserts.
     
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  12. otari_99

    otari_99 New Member

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    #12 otari_99, Dec 23, 2024 at 12:55 PM
    Last edited: Dec 23, 2024 at 1:04 PM
    @marco & @ÖHS

    Thought about about Corbin, too. I actually went to their facility many years ago (it's sort of near here), when I was looking for something different for my Sportster.

    I've decided to put my Triumph King & Queen seat back on (today) and just go with that for a while.

    Thanks!
     
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  13. rpg51

    rpg51 Member

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    I have an Omega Racer leather seat on my T100 and I love it. It has a layer of gel.
     
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  14. Marco Wikstrom

    Marco Wikstrom Active Member

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    I don't know if they still do it, but one day many years ago I dropped in on their Hollister factory without warning and they made a seat for me right on the spot. They even fed me lunch at their little cafe and gave a tour of the factory. I met the lady that stitched it together and they had me test fit the padding to be sure it was right. I've bought several Corbin seats since then - there's one on my Speed Triple and another on my DRZ400.
     
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  15. FlyingMuleRIder

    FlyingMuleRIder Well-Known Member

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    What don't you like about the Triumph King and Queen seat? I have heard nothing but very good reviews on that seat.

    Thanks - David
     
  16. otari_99

    otari_99 New Member

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    #16 otari_99, Dec 29, 2024 at 2:23 PM
    Last edited: Dec 29, 2024 at 2:32 PM
    I don't really dislike it. The K & Q seat is certainly comfortable. In that respect, I think it's very reminiscent of what motorcycle manufacturers used to provide.

    It's really a question about aesthetics.

    The stock seat provides more of the look I'm after. However, to me, it's like sitting on a fabric covered block of wood.:joy:
     
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