question about cutting down the stock seat

Discussion in 'Common Items on Husqvarnas: Tires/tubes/grips/etc' started by Darkside, Sep 6, 2008.

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  1. Dirtdame Administrator

    Location:
    Rock Springs Wy
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    11 WR300,13 WR125,18 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    17 Beta Xtrainer
    Contact Gutsracing.
    Dirtdame, Jun 12, 2009
    #21

  2. Hwy Mini-Sponsor

    Location:
    SF Bay Area
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    '86 510TX / '90 250WXE / '87 510TE
    Other Motorcycles:
    '04 KTM 525MXC / '91 KTM 300DXC
    How did you cut the staples without them coming unclued?

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    Hwy, Jun 12, 2009
    #22

  3. Phoenix Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Oklahoma City, OK
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2009 TXC 450
    Other Motorcycles:
    2 Ducs, 14 GG 200, 13 Husa 300
    On my ktm, I used a flathead screwdriver to pry them out.
    Phoenix, Jun 12, 2009
    #23

  4. glangston Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Gardnerville, NV and Mammoth Lakes, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2012 Husqvarna TE 310
    Other Motorcycles:
    2012 BETA 350 RS
    http://www.gutsracing.com/pages/husqvarnamain.html

    I got a tall soft foam replacement from them and had it covered. I think it's better than the stock, but maybe not as much as I'd expected.

    Unless you have some experience directly with what each foam feels like when you ride and how much if compresses v. stocker it's a bit of a guess as to which product will suit you. I do think it allows my feet to touch a little more, which was one reason I got it. These are tall bikes and even a 32+ inseam doesn't get your feet flat on the ground.
    glangston, Jun 12, 2009
    #24

  5. chamber66 Guest

    I also shaved my seat, and I actually find it more comfy than stock:thumbsup:
    chamber66, Jun 12, 2009
    #25

  6. Ex HVUK Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    England
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    None
    Just a thought, the SM450RR seat will fit. Not quite as low as the cut down ones here but we've supplied a few to customers who wanted a lower seat. Part no: 8000B1968

    Dave

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    Ex HVUK, Jun 13, 2009
    #26

  7. WMRRA063 Husqvarna
    B Class

    Location:
    Hungary
    How much is the SM450RR seat that you mention?
    WMRRA063, Jun 19, 2009
    #27

  8. Darkside Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    SF Bay Area
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    none left
    Other Motorcycles:
    beta, ktm, aprilia
    I like that contour. If I could do it again I would make the dip closer to the tank to help keep my weight more forward. That way on the fast bumpy sections I can slide my butt back. The way mine is when I try to slide back I'm right on the ridge.
    Darkside, Jun 20, 2009
    #28

  9. Darkside Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    SF Bay Area
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    none left
    Other Motorcycles:
    beta, ktm, aprilia
    I used an abrasive cutoff wheel on a die grinder. And a squirt bottle to keep it cool.
    Darkside, Jun 20, 2009
    #29

  10. Ex HVUK Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    England
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    None
    It's not expensive for a limited production part - UK price is £85.47 plus VAT.


    Dave
    Ex HVUK, Jun 22, 2009
    #30

  11. Drew Smith Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Hope N.J. U.S.A.
    We lower huskys frequently by shortening both front fork and rear shock thus avoiding the slow stering and chopper feal you get when you go the link rout. Give us A call at WER (908-637-6385) and I can describe the process.
    Drew Smith, Jun 24, 2009
    #31
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