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Corbin Solo Seat for 2018 Speedmaster is HERE.

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#1 ·
Well, after 7 weeks without my SM Corbin as produced a standard solo seat with a back rest for the 2018 Speedmaster. Just picked it up today and so far it's GREAT. Seat back is adjustable and the matching Pillion will be delivered in about a week. Love the way they added the braid to match the gold trim paint on the tank. This one has a heated seat which I think will be optional on the standard seat. They should have the seat on their website soon and the model bike is mine. if you have any questions or want a different picture, let me know. It's not raining today so I will be off riding somewhere........ dave
 

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#16 ·
They have a lot of different styles of backrest. They are all compatible so you just pick the one you want and they match it to whatever leather you choose for your seat. I'm actually trying this one out and may change it. They made this one first because apparently this model is the most popular.
 
#8 ·
Sharp! Heated huh? Wow.
 
#17 ·
Thank you!!! BUT YOU LEFT OUT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING!!!! HOW COMFORTABLE IS IT?!?!? :grin2::grin2::grin2:

Don't know about others, but I buy a seat for its COMFORT! NOT its looks!

GN
 
#18 ·
Ok, Allen has flat disappeared for all of 9 days.......

I can only assume that that new Corbin seat is SO COMFORTABLE that he's riding his Speedmaster 24x7 ever since putting it on.

Allen - if you even land back on earth, we'd love to hear a detailed report on how the seat does in short and long rides, all the pluses, and any negatives.

Waiting not so patiently........

GN
 
#19 ·
Ok, so now I have 100 miles on the new Corbin Seat and it's GREAT. I rode it with and without the backrest and to tell you the truth without the backrest is just as comfortable. With the stock seat my lower back killed after about 20 miles. I rode without the backrest for 70 miles with no problems. I am planning a long trip this summer and will use the backrest, easier to relax in the saddle during long rides. HOWEVER, I have discovered that when you hit a bump the mono shock will rub against the bottom of the seat. (I don't want to hear any fat jokes) They are working the problem and should be OK by the time they release it for production. Hope this helps.
 
#20 ·
Allen -

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

Just what we all were hoping to hear! Now let's spread the word about this seat to the Triumph world - the news just may help sell more Speedmasters..........

GN
 
#23 ·
Dart Windscreen and Solo Corbin Seat

Well, I think I have the Speedmaster almost set. New Corbin seat and a Dart windscreen. All I need to do is throw on a set of bags and off I go. Took a 210 miles test ride yesterday and that seat with the back rest is one of the most comfortable seats I have ever had. I was worried about the beach bars but with cruise control it's easy to rest the hands and wrists. Bigger danger is the bike is so stable that riding hands free is tempting, but not recommended.
 

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#24 ·
Well, I think I have the Speedmaster almost set. New Corbin seat and a Dart windscreen. All I need to do is throw on a set of bags and off I go. Took a 210 miles test ride yesterday and that seat with the back rest is one of the most comfortable seats I have ever had. I was worried about the beach bars but with cruise control it's easy to rest the hands and wrists. Bigger danger is the bike is so stable that riding hands free is tempting, but not recommended.


That is a beautiful bike! I started with a set of throw over bags but switched to hard bags. As a result I have a set of Triumph bag mounts. Those chrome bars that keep the bags out of the wheel. If you haven’t got a set yet, let me know if you want mine.


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#27 ·
Dave -

Great pic, great bike, great set-up. Hope to follow your lead soon.........

How is that Dart windscreen? Kick the air up above your helmet? How tall are you? Like the looks of that screen....

GN
 
#30 ·
I like the looks of the Dart windscreen and it does a good job keeping the wind off your chest. I'm 6 feet so the wind does hit my helmet and my shoulders. I purchased the largest Dart windscreen for the SM, they have 3 different models. It always comes down to looks versus function. Also the bigger the windscreen the lower gas mileage. Good luck with your bike and be safe.

Dave
 
#29 ·
I have ordered a Corbin Solo through fast Eddy .I have bought a SM which wont be delivered until Monday BUT as I'm going overseas for three months on the 6th.I've arranged for them to do a few mods.Leave the bike at the dealer, register it,extend the warranty 3 months and deliver it when I get back.Pretty good xsrvice I think.
 
#31 ·
Wow, it's going to be a long three months with a new SM waiting for your return. Nice of them to extend your warranty. I have 1,000 miles on the bike now and with the Corbin Seat and Dart windscreen I love it. I'm planning a long trip this summer, about 5,000 miles or until I start looking at people in cars with envy. Stay safe wherever your going and post a pic of your SM when you return.
Dave....
 
#35 ·
I thought the same but the one I got for my America seems smaller than the one pictured and on the owest setting in the seat it doesn't stand out too much IMO plus the hole is handy for attaching straps for a bag on the rack behind.Actually I don't use the back rest much but on long rides it helps .
 
#37 ·
Dave,

I wanted to thank you for getting the solo seat done for us solo seat guys. Just got mine today, and the quality is top notch. They said it would be 3 to 4 weeks, but I received it in just under two weeks. Seems like a great company to deal with. Took a short ride and it feels good, it should make the long trips much more comfortable. Anyone that is on the fence about Corbin seats, I would suggest giving them a shot. The seat is firm, firmer than the stock seat and much firmer than the comfort. I just could not get that happy place with the the stock seat or the comfort seat. The comfort seat is good for short trips but it looses its support on long trips.

Anyway here are a few shots of my seat. I went with a the bomber black seating with grey stitching and the standard black sides and piping.
 

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#44 ·
The whitewalls are an elegant touch.:sip
 
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