Low Seat KTM 950

Huber Tuber · 04-27-2006, 07:06 PM

Any one know of a good long distance comfortable low seat for the 950 other than the tourtech one? Is there possibly a European model that we can get here in the US?

Thanks

FastEddieB · 04-27-2006, 08:08 PM

I like my Corbin.

Metrotexual · 05-02-2006, 04:49 PM

My Corbin is quite low compared to the Stock. Once my Renazco arrives, I won't need my Corbin anymore... Anyone interested, I'll let it go at a good price?

Huber Tuber · 05-03-2006, 12:12 AM

What is a good price? Corbins have a tendancy to be kinda hard.

FastEddieB · 05-03-2006, 05:22 AM

When I put a Corbin on my R100GS my first impression was that it was too square and too hard.

That impression changed when I found I could do 800+ mile days without squirming. It remains the most comfortable saddle I've ever ridden on.

The Corbin on my 950 is not in that same class, but is MUCH more comfortable than the stocker, and works better for me than a Bojangles I tried for one trip.

MotoTodd bought my R100GS so maybe he can comment on the saddle.

Photo is with the Wudo passenger pillion in place.

FastEddieB · 05-03-2006, 05:27 AM

Here's comparo photos with the Bojangles:

Renazco · 05-03-2006, 05:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FastEddieB

works better for me than a Bojangles I tried for one trip.

Nothing makes me happier then to know that your happy with your Corbin Eddie

Metrotexual · 05-03-2006, 05:19 PM

I think $150 is a pretty killer price for my Corbin. What say you? I think I'll post in the Flea Market with some pics soon.

teabagger · 05-03-2006, 08:59 PM

Very Comfortable- for both riders, and the weaved material breathes well.

JM
LA, CA

Huber Tuber · 05-03-2006, 09:19 PM

Is that a Rick Mayer or Bill Mayer? Because I have a Bill Mayer Saddle and I am not happy with it at all. I even asked for a refund with no luck. I should have gone to Rick and may do it soon. I don't think a Corbin will work for me either, Mike Corbin is a great guy and they do great stuff but I can't do the foam they ues. Bony ass syndrome. Well either way that seat looks really nice I bet it is a Rick Mayer

teabagger · 05-04-2006, 04:14 AM

The stepped "King & Queen" effect really helps keep you forward, yet is super comfortable for LONG Rides.

JM

LA, CA

Soberman001 · 08-02-2008, 07:23 AM

Guys, to re-birth an old thread for a short-guy..

What is the difference between the OEM saddle heigh on a 950 Adv and a Corbin-low?

Any other Low seat makers? I was surprised that Sargent didn't make one (or at least they don't show one).

wpbarlow · 08-02-2008, 10:21 AM

I have a 30" inseam and think the KTM Hardparts Low gel seat is very good, and relatively inexpensive iirc. For a long trip, I complement it with an Aerostitch lambskin, but any short nap one would work. I don't use it all the time; what I do is alternate at gas stops between using it and not. I find the "difference" between the two works pretty well to keep things comfortable.

Soberman001 · 08-02-2008, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wpbarlow

I have a 30" inseam and think the KTM Hardparts Low gel seat is very good, and relatively inexpensive iirc. For a long trip, I complement it with an Aerostitch lambskin, but any short nap one would work. I don't use it all the time; what I do is alternate at gas stops between using it and not. I find the "difference" between the two works pretty well to keep things comfortable.

Mr Barlow,
Do you know the height difference? I have a 28" inseam and am looking for the lowest seat out there so I don't have to mod the suspension.

Scott

PABiker · 08-02-2008, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wpbarlow

I have a 30" inseam and think the KTM Hardparts Low gel seat is very good, and relatively inexpensive iirc. For a long trip, I complement it with an Aerostitch lambskin, but any short nap one would work. I don't use it all the time; what I do is alternate at gas stops between using it and not. I find the "difference" between the two works pretty well to keep things comfortable.

+1, 30" inseam here too, except I use the Alaska Leather sheepskin with the low seat for the long rides.

04-27-2006, 07:06 PM	#1
Huber Tuber ^OP Beer is good Joined: Mar 2006 Location: Fremont CA Oddometer: 166	Low Seat KTM 950 Any one know of a good long distance comfortable low seat for the 950 other than the tourtech one? Is there possibly a European model that we can get here in the US? Thanks __________________ Remember you are unique and special, just like everyone else! Some wise dude 748s 749s R1200GS R1150GS Aprilia Tuono KTM 950 Adventure MV 750 Brutale

05-02-2006, 04:49 PM	#3
Metrotexual Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2005 Location: Mission Viejo, Ca Oddometer: 449	Corbin My Corbin is quite low compared to the Stock. Once my Renazco arrives, I won't need my Corbin anymore... Anyone interested, I'll let it go at a good price? __________________ "If the wings are traveling faster than the fuselage, it's probably a helicopter - and therefore, unsafe." 11 S10 (my next bike) 04 950 Orange 07 300 XC-W 02 2.9 Sherco 07 TTR-230- 08 TTR-50 -

05-03-2006, 12:12 AM	#4
Huber Tuber ^OP Beer is good Joined: Mar 2006 Location: Fremont CA Oddometer: 166	What is a good price? Corbins have a tendancy to be kinda hard. __________________ Remember you are unique and special, just like everyone else! Some wise dude 748s 749s R1200GS R1150GS Aprilia Tuono KTM 950 Adventure MV 750 Brutale

05-03-2006, 05:22 AM	#5
FastEddieB Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Mineral Bluff, GA Oddometer: 623	When I put a Corbin on my R100GS my first impression was that it was too square and too hard. That impression changed when I found I could do 800+ mile days without squirming. It remains the most comfortable saddle I've ever ridden on. The Corbin on my 950 is not in that same class, but is MUCH more comfortable than the stocker, and works better for me than a Bojangles I tried for one trip. MotoTodd bought my R100GS so maybe he can comment on the saddle. Photo is with the Wudo passenger pillion in place. Attached Images

05-03-2006, 05:19 PM	#8
Metrotexual Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2005 Location: Mission Viejo, Ca Oddometer: 449	Corbin Price I think $150 is a pretty killer price for my Corbin. What say you? I think I'll post in the Flea Market with some pics soon. __________________ "If the wings are traveling faster than the fuselage, it's probably a helicopter - and therefore, unsafe." 11 S10 (my next bike) 04 950 Orange 07 300 XC-W 02 2.9 Sherco 07 TTR-230- 08 TTR-50 -

04-27-2006, 08:08 PM	#2
FastEddieB Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Mineral Bluff, GA Oddometer: 623	I like my Corbin.

05-03-2006, 05:27 AM	#6
FastEddieB Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Mineral Bluff, GA Oddometer: 623	Here's comparo photos with the Bojangles:

05-03-2006, 08:59 PM	#9
teabagger Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Oddometer: 279	Mayer Cycles Seats Rock! Very Comfortable- for both riders, and the weaved material breathes well. JM LA, CA Attached Images

05-03-2006, 09:19 PM	#10
Huber Tuber ^OP Beer is good Joined: Mar 2006 Location: Fremont CA Oddometer: 166	Rick Mayer or Bill Mayer seat? Is that a Rick Mayer or Bill Mayer? Because I have a Bill Mayer Saddle and I am not happy with it at all. I even asked for a refund with no luck. I should have gone to Rick and may do it soon. I don't think a Corbin will work for me either, Mike Corbin is a great guy and they do great stuff but I can't do the foam they ues. Bony ass syndrome. Well either way that seat looks really nice I bet it is a Rick Mayer __________________ Remember you are unique and special, just like everyone else! Some wise dude 748s 749s R1200GS R1150GS Aprilia Tuono KTM 950 Adventure MV 750 Brutale

05-04-2006, 04:14 AM	#11
teabagger Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Oddometer: 279	You bet it's a Rick Mayer Seat...worth the wait & $$$ The stepped "King & Queen" effect really helps keep you forward, yet is super comfortable for LONG Rides. JM LA, CA

08-02-2008, 07:23 AM	#12
Soberman001 Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2008 Location: New Jersey Oddometer: 725	Guys, to re-birth an old thread for a short-guy.. What is the difference between the OEM saddle heigh on a 950 Adv and a Corbin-low? Any other Low seat makers? I was surprised that Sargent didn't make one (or at least they don't show one).

08-02-2008, 10:21 AM	#13
wpbarlow Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jun 2003 Location: Central NJ Oddometer: 7,891	I have a 30" inseam and think the KTM Hardparts Low gel seat is very good, and relatively inexpensive iirc. For a long trip, I complement it with an Aerostitch lambskin, but any short nap one would work. I don't use it all the time; what I do is alternate at gas stops between using it and not. I find the "difference" between the two works pretty well to keep things comfortable. __________________ Walter Barlow

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