[DSA]

I've no doubt that the Corbin is significantly more comfortable (I've got one on my VFR). What I am wondering is whether it significantly changes the riding position, i.e. puts you higher/lower, further forward/back compared to stock.
All responses appreciated!

 

[fizzy]

There are 2 corbins that I know of, regular and "smuggler" for solo only with a flip up cover in back, which is the only one I know.
Actual riding position I would say, very similar to stock. Maybe a little higher. One big difference is that it is very wide, so at a stop makes it a much longer reach to the ground. If you are short of stature, avoid. Otherwise, excellent.

 

[Mallow1]

Smuggler: I echo fizzy. Wider between the thighs so can feel sharper edged with both feet down. The onei have feels a harder ride so perhaps mine had some padding removed by previous owner (esp as it's a slightly lower ride than OEM). Construction is "solid" and therefore heavier (tgough that doesn't effect "comfort". Same fwd/backwd position. Good covering so not as slidy compared to OEM.

 

[DSA]

Thanks for the responses! Good to know about the riding position. I currently have both the stock seat and a Russell Daylong that was designed for someone a lot taller and heavier than I am; the Russell is way comfier on the butt, but the seating position is quite rough on my back and wrists. The stock riding position works a lot better, hence why I asked about the Corbin. Specifically, it looks like the Gunfighter and Lady is the one I'd want, as pillion comfort over distance is a factor.

 

[o4xx]

Why not get some work done on your Russell Daylong. would probably be a lot cheaper just a thought

 

[DSA]

It's a good thought - I called Russell and asked them about it. Upon their request, I sent them pictures of me sitting on the Russell seat, as well as the stock seat, to give them an idea of what I want the riding position to be vs what it is now. After looking at them, they concluded that they could bring it down and forward a little (~$150), but that would not get me to where I wanted. The guy it was designed for is 6-3, 265 lb; I am 5-10, 160 lb. It's a huge gap to bridge. To get the position I want, I would have to do a fresh build (~$650). I am not averse to working on my flexibility and strength to get to the point where the ~$150 solution works, but I have no guarantee that I will ever get there. So I am also considering the option of either selling it and buying a Corbin (which from the responses above should be much better suited to the riding position I'd like) or trading it for one.

 

[beestoys]

took a grinder to my smuggler and reshaped it so it's not as wide then had a local lady do a new cover. The smuggler sets lower than stock by a little bit.

 

[CalgaryBird]

took a grinder to my smuggler and reshaped it so it's not as wide then had a local lady do a new cover. The smuggler sets lower than stock by a little bit.

Just did a whole bunch of reading on this yesterday, because I found my Corbin Gunfighter to be a bit low for my 6'1" height.
Generally, lower than OEM by about 1" according to other riders. I have no idea why they do that, unless they assume that everybody wants to be a 'lowrider'.

Grinder. New Cover. Plus your time! Ouch! After paying 'Mucho Dinero' for the seat in the first place.

 

[fizzy]

Ok, corbin maybe lower than stock but it is very firm so you don't sink down at all like the stocker so ends up about the same. Also, I lowered the foot pegs and added a higher double bubble screen. Good for me, I am 6'.

Only way to know what will work for you is to try it, unfortunately.

For all the bikes I've owned, I recon to have spent more money on seats, foot peg kits and alternate windshields than anything else.

 

[CalgaryBird]

For all the bikes I've owned, I recon to have spent more money on seats, foot peg kits and alternate windshields than anything else.

I hear you!
You missed mentioning handlebars!

 

[fizzy]

I hear you!
You missed mentioning handlebars!

Yes, forgot handlebars. Actually, I found stock bird handlebars to be perfect as is for speeds above 60mph so I left them alone.

 

[o4xx]

It's a good thought - I called Russell and asked them about it. Upon their request, I sent them pictures of me sitting on the Russell seat, as well as the stock seat, to give them an idea of what I want the riding position to be vs what it is now. After looking at them, they concluded that they could bring it down and forward a little (~$150), but that would not get me to where I wanted. The guy it was designed for is 6-3, 265 lb; I am 5-10, 160 lb. It's a huge gap to bridge. To get the position I want, I would have to do a fresh build (~$650). I am not averse to working on my flexibility and strength to get to the point where the ~$150 solution works, but I have no guarantee that I will ever get there. So I am also considering the option of either selling it and buying a Corbin (which from the responses above should be much better suited to the riding position I'd like) or trading it for one.

I have a Corbin on bird and love it last time I looked was around $1300 Australian dollars that was a while ago

 

[beestoys]

Just did a whole bunch of reading on this yesterday, because I found my Corbin Gunfighter to be a bit low for my 6'1" height.
Generally, lower than OEM by about 1" according to other riders. I have no idea why they do that, unless they assume that everybody wants to be a 'lowrider'.

Grinder. New Cover. Plus your time! Ouch! After paying 'Mucho Dinero' for the seat in the first place.

Yes but worth it. The Corbin stock is just too wide.