Corbin verses Mustang

[Duke4]

I find it interesting that most of the seat threads here seem to be about Mustang. I have always had Corbin seats on my Harley's. I have not seen a Corbin or a Mustang up close for a F6B or sat on one. Curious to hear comments from folks that have seen or sat on both. Is the Mustang more popular simply because of price or is there other obvious reasons?

[Scotrod]

If ya got a Corbin butt, get a Corbin seat. Mustang butt, Mustang seat!!

[F6B-RICH]

I agree with Scotrod.If you have a Corbin ass like I do then keep your ass happy.Get the Corbin :icon_biggrin: .batman-smilie.

[bobbyf6b]

The Mustang also sits you lower and back an inch.

[MercuryF1]

Never tried the Mustang but I love the Corbin. Even more after I installed the Kuryakyn risers so when I lean back on the Corbin riders backrest, I can comfortably reach the handlebars now. (I am 5'9)

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[dickiedeals]

The Mustang also sits you lower and back an inch.

I hate to burst everybody's bubble but my tape measure says that Mustang fibs a bit about the 1 inch back. What they meant to say was 1 inch forward. Check it out for yourself. It really is one inch closer to the tank. I've had to move hwy pegs back since I put one on my F6B. I'm developing an adapter bracket soon to be available to Adapt the Utopia Driver Back Rest to the Mustang Tripper Fastback. This 1 inch the opposite direction is the first thing I found..................Dickie

[XKnight]

I hate to burst everybody's bubble but my tape measure says that Mustang fibs a bit about the 1 inch back. What they meant to say was 1 inch forward. Check it out for yourself. It really is one inch closer to the tank. I've had to move hwy pegs back since I put one on my F6B. I'm developing an adapter bracket soon to be available to Adapt the Utopia Driver Back Rest to the Mustang Tripper Fastback. This 1 inch the opposite direction is the first thing I found..................Dickie

I've been trying to get a straight answer on this and most people just confirm that the Mustang moves you lower about an inch, but don't seem to address if the seat also moves you back. Thanks for the info and I'd like to hear what other Mustang seat owners have to say.

[XKnight]

I've owned both Mustang and Corbin over the years along with Ultimate seats. All were on different bikes and accomplished different things. They all make great seats that are comfortable for long hauls. It all depends on the ergonomics of the specific seat. Some maintain the stock seating positions, some move you lower, some move you back, some move you forward, etc.

So, which one will work for you just depends on what you want the seat to do for you. You can't go wrong with any of these brands. The Corbin seat did feel firmer than the Mustang and the Ultimate so I guess that should be a consideration if you prefer a softer feeling seat for your soft butt. :shock:

[MSGT-R]

Both Hook and I got our seats custom made @ Corbin on the same weekend; his stock height, mine as low as anyone can go without bouncing off the seat pan, and the back support thicker to move me forward. Hook - later - didn't like the firmness of his seat and had his remade by Mustang. I met up with him late last year at the bike show and sat on his. Mustang is softer and a different fit, but that's what he wanted.

ANY seat will be custom fit to your needs, or you're paying for an off-the-shelf product. Custom is better.
Corbin has establishments at Hollister CA and Oromond Beach FL for fitment appointments. You can also catch them at a few large bike venues across the country.

Your choice.

[Scotrod]

I've been trying to get a straight answer on this and most people just confirm that the Mustang moves you lower about an inch, but don't seem to address if the seat also moves you back. Thanks for the info and I'd like to hear what other Mustang seat owners have to say.

No Mustang here, but the 'answer' lies in the shape of yer butt vs all that 'back support' (Shove ya forward support)

If ya have a 'square' Mustang butt, which apparently has a 90 degree bend between legs and back, ya need a Mustang seat!

[Scotrod]

Both Hook and I got our seats custom made @ Corbin on the same weekend; his stock height, mine as low as anyone can go without bouncing off the seat pan, and the back support thicker to move me forward. Hook - later - didn't like the firmness of his seat and had his remade by RDL. I met up with him late last year at the bike show and sat on his. RDL is softer and a different fit, but that's what he wanted. (RDL has different foam density's they use based on your weight. Most seats are 'softer' than Corbins)

ANY seat will be custom fit to your needs, or you're paying for an off-the-shelf product. Custom is better. Each RDL is custom, none are 'mass-produced'
Corbin has establishments at Hollister CA and Oromond Beach FL for fitment appointments. You can also catch them at a few large bike venues across the country.

Your choice.

No ride in required with RDL. (Ride in service is available)
Send 'em pics of you in the OEM seat and answer some questions,,, Ship in the seat. (Ride in is quicker)
Same process they have used for decades now.

But,,,,, they ain't sexy!!!

[MSGT-R]

What counts is that the rider makes a decision between firm and soft, and can get the fitment he/she needs.

A lot of the complaints I read on line (not just here) are with seats that are purchased straight off a shelf; your arse is not straight off a shelf. :icon_wink:

[RickW]

I find it interesting that most of the seat threads here seem to be about Mustang. I have always had Corbin seats on my Harley's. I have not seen a Corbin or a Mustang up close for a F6B or sat on one. Curious to hear comments from folks that have seen or sat on both. Is the Mustang more popular simply because of price or is there other obvious reasons?

We have had both on our bikes, we actually sell both brands. Right now we have a Corbin on our Spyder and I have Mustangs on the bikes that I currently have.
The Corbin is firmer and is available in some very cool color combinations. I personally like them. We had gotten a lot of feedback on problems with removing side panels with the Corbin Seat installed on the F6B, so I have not ordered any for people.
We have had a lot better feedback on the Mustang Seats for the F6B overall so I went with that on my own F6B. I really like mine, but everyone has different needs and things that they personally want.\
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[Scotrod]

What counts is that the rider makes a decision between firm and soft, and can get the fitment he/she needs.

/\ /\ /\ /\ AGREE!!!!

If ya find something that works for ya, DO IT!!!!! :yes: :yes: :yes:

[Scotrod]

everyone has different needs and things that they personally want.\


I have my order in for a smaller azz, but it hasn't come in yet,,, :icon_frown:

[Mustangjake]

I had the Corbin on my bike, look good is well made but was too wide.
I sold it and bought the Mustang seat. it's about the same height but narrow. I can reach the road better.

[Cool Hand Luke]

My suggestion: if possible come to our F6B rally in NC in August. There are bound to be F6B's with most after market seats available, including Corbin, Mustang and Ultimate. I'm sure you could sit on them and try them all and then you be the judge what you like the most!

I was fine with stock seat. I used it for several thousand miles, one day 700+ miles, with AirHawk air cushion I have for years. Then I bought Mustang as I had them before on several bikes and I think it looks the best IMHO. I have to say that this Mustang seat is nothing like previous Mustang seats I had. It is firmer, with more lumbar support, feels flat and wide, and material seems non slip. I have Deluxe version, I think the difference is purely cosmetic but I do like the looks of it. Mustang seems to be better than stock. Initially I still used Air Hawk Cushion even with Mustang, but then I found I don't need it anymore. I bring it with me just in case but I am not using it. Also, I lean into lumbar support with my feet forward on Rivco Aeropegs with Throttlemeister set and I can just keep on riding. I do not think further backrest is necessarry but if one becomes available I'm willing to try it.

Mustang definitely lowers you down a bit, an inch sounds about right and it is noticeable. I'm 6' tall with 32" inseam, 220lbs and I am comfortable on it. Bike seems to turn easier and faster in quick curves and due to lowered center of gravity it seems more confidence inspiring, but of course this is subjective. Having some forward pegs is a must. I also found that my Baggershield gives me more coverage with less wind noise in it's lower position than it did before.

Also, if you ride to Daytona Bikeweek you can visit Mustang Seats at JP Cycles and try it for yourself. At the same complex (Destination Daytona) is Ultimate Seats, so you can try theirs, too. Corbin has a store nearby but I don't think they stock F6B seats, though.

For me Mustang looks the best and I like the comfort, too.

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[SCMike]

I had a Mustang on my previous bike, a VTX 1800. I was never really happy with it. I have an Ultimate (King) on my F6B, and I love it. It's the most comfortable bike seat ever. I've never tried Corbin.

[Steve 0080]

This one of those deals where it is up to the rider…IMHO Mustang is the better seat..it does lower you about 1” + but not sure about back…I did not notice any movement backwards……again…to each their own… For those of us that have height issues, the Mustang seat along w/ the Progressive mono tube shocks that Wing Stuff sell is a God send, the mono tubes lowers the front by 1” as well….

[Scotrod]

For those of us that have height issues, the Mustang seat along w/ the Progressive mono tube shocks that Wing Stuff sell is a God send, the mono tubes lowers the front by 1” as well….

Just curious,,,, What's your height/inseam? You don't look 'short' in your pics, but we can't see your feet,,, Maybe you are standing on a box er something? :shrug:

[MotoPumps]

In my experience, the Mustang is lower and closer to the bars, not further away. More comfortable than the stock seat, and an easier reach to the bars and the ground for me. I rode 450 miles yesterday and the Mustang was good, better than stock, but not perfect. I believe the foam is a bit thin for me and started to feel like I was settling into the seat pan after about 3 hours. I am guessing that slightly firmer foam would help. I am going to try my Alaskan Sheepskin Pad next long ride.

I have had way too much trouble with Corbin to ever order another product from them. I have had a few Corbin seats that worked out well, but the last two experiences killed it for me. Their customer service when there is an issue is miserable. Voting with my money.

The only way I would ever deal with Corbin again is with a ride in fitting, but unfortunately I am not near either of their locations.

YMMV-

Rob

[XKnight]

I hate to burst everybody's bubble but my tape measure says that Mustang fibs a bit about the 1 inch back. What they meant to say was 1 inch forward. Check it out for yourself. It really is one inch closer to the tank. I've had to move hwy pegs back since I put one on my F6B. I'm developing an adapter bracket soon to be available to Adapt the Utopia Driver Back Rest to the Mustang Tripper Fastback. This 1 inch the opposite direction is the first thing I found..................Dickie



Mustang definitely lowers you down a bit, an inch sounds about right and it is noticeable.



This one of those deals where it is up to the rider…IMHO Mustang is the better seat..it does lower you about 1” + but not sure about back…I did not notice any movement backwards……again…to each their own…


In my experience, the Mustang is lower and closer to the bars, not further away. More comfortable than the stock seat, and an easier reach to the bars and the ground for me.



I decided to order the Mustang seat based on the reviews from owners that the seat not only lowers the rider about an inch, but also moves the rider forward as opposed to back. Will post my review once I install it and get some miles on it. I'm fine with the stock seat, but would like to get lower without moving further back.

[Steve 0080]

Just curious,,,, What's your height/inseam? You don't look 'short' in your pics, but we can't see your feet,,, Maybe you are standing on a box er something? :shrug:

I am 5'10 and wear 30" dress pants....... tall waist, I guess

[Darkknight]

Maybe all their seats weren't like the one I recieved. Honestly, I've sat on 2X12's that were more comfortable. It lasted 24 hrs on my bike.
"Hard as a church pew" was the description from the man I sold it to. He really tried to "break it in" but he moved on to another brand also.
I would think that with all the "padding" on my butt, it would have been OK but neither my sweetheart nor I could get comfortable.
It did look great though. And it appeared well made.

[WingThing]

Seeing how the main complaint on the Corbin seems to be the firmness of it, I wonder why they have never addressed it? I've tried numerous bikes with Corbin's on them over the years from various people and have always found them too hard no matter what bike they are on. They are to me the best looking seats around but comfort trumps looks every time.

The last couple years, we've used Ultimate seats for my Harley and our Spyder's. They are very comfortable but they are pricey too. I've been holding off replacing the stock seat so far instead adding a Show Chrome backrest to the stock seat. We'll see what Christmas brings this year but I know it won't be a Corbin as my Butt can't seem to be happy on one. Too bad too as I do like the look of them.

[Exbmwrider]

[QUOTE=WingThing;35536]Seeing how the main complaint on the Corbin seems to be the firmness of it, I wonder why they have never addressed it? I've tried numerous bikes with Corbin's on them over the years from various people and have always found them too hard no matter what bike they are on. They are to me the best looking seats around but comfort trumps looks every time.

I would think that it's because many of us like the firmness of the Corbin's. I myself would be very upset if they were to change the firmness of their seats. They obviously have a loyal following, and cater to that following. They've got their market segment, and cater to it. As has been said...to each their own, or...If you've got a Corbin butt, buy a Corbin seat. I guess I've got a Corbin butt.

[Duke4]

I had a Corbin on my Harley FLHT. I loved the look but it was very firm......likely too firm.i am leaning toward the mustang here but wish I could sit on one first before making the commitment

[dudeonit]

Had a Young Guns and a Dual Tour with backrests for my VTX. Loved both of them and while firm they worked for me.

Purchased a Dual Tour seat for my F6B and retained the backrests. Works and feels great and the wife is happy.

Had their Beetle bags on my VTX1800F and got nothing but compliments on them.

Customer service has been great.

I am sure that the other aftermarket seats work great too.

The Corbin just made sense for me.

[SPGrenier]

I had a Mustang on my previous bike, a VTX 1800. I was never really happy with it. I have an Ultimate (King) on my F6B, and I love it. It's the most comfortable bike seat ever. I've never tried Corbin.

What are your stats? I'm looking at the Ultimate seats as well. Probably my first choice. The "Big Boy" on a VTX 1800 was incredibly comfortable. I run a Mustang sport touring on my VTX 1300C but had the padding re-worked with memory foam.

I'm 6'0", 235lbs with a 32 inch inseam. According to Ultimate, the MidRider should be my saddle. However, it suggests moving the rider closer to the bars. That's not the direction I want to go. Now they suggest the King for riders who are taller, longer legged and tip the scale a bit more than I do. The King pulls the rider back a bit which I believe is where I want to be.

So, I'm curious if you actually fall within their MidRider and King scale or, if you, like me might just want to ease back a bit more. Both seat series measure the same width. After talking with Ultimate, they tell me that the back section of the riders portion are angled a bit differently.

They do have a 14 day test drive, but if I'm going to shell out over $1,000 for a seat package, I'd like it to be right. Thanks!

[SPGrenier]

Had a Young Guns and a Dual Tour with backrests for my VTX. Loved both of them and while firm they worked for me.

Purchased a Dual Tour seat for my F6B and retained the backrests. Works and feels great and the wife is happy.

Had their Beetle bags on my VTX1800F and got nothing but compliments on them.

Customer service has been great.

I am sure that the other aftermarket seats work great too.

The Corbin just made sense for me.

The Corbins looks great. I like how the passenger pad is up a little higher than the hand grips.

[CheckpointChcky]

I have a friend who just bought a F6B and he swears by Corbin. He says it takes between 400-500 miles to break in the seat and then it is supposed to be comfortable. Just not the right seat for me.

[Exbmwrider]

Just got my dual touring saddle yesterday. Rode over to the Corbin factory in Hollister, CA and had it made, then rode home the 300 miles. Firm? Yes. Comfortable? Hell yes!!! Made all the difference in the world for me.

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