Choosing the right motorcycle seat isn’t always simple. Every rider, bike, and style is different - and the perfect seat depends on the details. Some key questions to consider are:
- What year, make, and model is your motorcycle?
- Is the bike completely stock, or have you added anything that could affect fitment (stretched bags, aftermarket tank, backrest hardware, etc.)?
- Are you replacing a stock seat, or upgrading from another aftermarket seat?
- Do you ride solo, or 2-up regularly?
- If you ride with a passenger, do they care more about comfort, back support, or both?
- Do you ride short trips, daily cruising, or long highway miles?
- Are you after a low-profile slammed look, or maximum comfort?
- Do you want extra lower-back or lumbar support?
- Do you prefer a narrow seat for easier reach, or a wider seat for comfort?
- Is comfort your main priority, or is style more important?
- Do you like a firm seat that breaks in over time, or something plush right out of the box?
- Do you need a rider or passenger backrest?
- Have you dealt with tailbone pressure, back pain, or numbness from previous seats?
- What’s your height and inseam? (Helps determine low vs. tall seat options and riding position.)
- What style are you looking for:
- Low-profile / slammed
- Touring comfort
- Step-up / fastback / club style
- Solo seat vs. 2-up
- Any stitching, material, or leather preferences?
- Do you want something simple and clean, or a custom design?
