Solo Seat & Backrest

RocketDaryl said:

I installed a solo seat and rider backrest on Rosie last night. I can't wait to give her a test run with it. It appears to be a bit more plush than stock and I was perfectly happy with the stock seat. I mainly just like the look of a solo seat. I also another motive. I ride with a fairly large group (usually 10-20 bikes) and often someone's wife or significant other will have a "friend" that's tagging along in their car or whatever. I wish I had a nickel for everytime I hear "Hey Daryl, would you mind if my friend rides with you so she can feel like part of the group?". First, I'm married and Mrs RocketDaryl ain't real understanding of that sort of thing even though she knows it's not about flirting or whatever. She just thinks she should be the only one wrapping her arms around my small, but ample mid section. Second, other than her (I don't mind her riding on back), I'm not a big fan of riding passengers. I could just see the dumbass try rationalize how it's my fault if they end up burning their foot or something. Simply put, I say no. But of course, that leaves me looking like the bad guy.

Well friends, there's an easy answer and it looks great!

Solo Seat = Bother someone else you cage driving troll!

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bobmielke said:

I too have the solo seat and backrest on my new R3T. I've only got 600 miles on the bike but can already tell it needs additional help. I made an appointment with a custom saddle builder, Don Weber, out of Albany, OR. I used Don's skills on the custom seat for my previous bike, a 2005 BMW R1200RT. I rode about 50,000 miles with his seat and never had any complaints. He mentioned that he'd done a number of Rocket saddles and has a good handle on what needs to be done.

I agree with the solo saddle to keep passengers off your bike. Although I've comfortable carrying a passenger I frankly would rather enjoy the sights on a ride by myself. Best of luck to you.

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dublflush said:

So you guys dont want to take girls on the back! You should be ashamed ! If its a nice looking girl, you gota give her a ride boys, (married or not). If she's really dumpy looking, or some guy wanting on the back, JUST SAY NO !!!!!

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