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yamaha rider87 · 08-23-2008, 08:44 PM

hey guys thinking about getting the comfort seat for my fz6, but given that its over $200.00 I wanted to get everyone's opinion on if it makes enough of a difference to be worth that extra scratch? Also are there any drawbacks to the seat such as the seat shifting during high speed cornering, etc? Everyone's help is much appreciated!

**FZ6inNH** · 08-24-2008, 12:59 PM

It wasn't for me. It did extend my seat time but here's what I find wrong about it. It is slippery and you continuously slide forward. The gel gets VERY HOT in the sun and stays that way for quite some time after you get on and ride. Goes the other way with cold too, but I'd rather have a cold seat than a hot one. Save a few more bucks and get a Corbin.

oldfast007 (Eric) swapped with me yesterday for a portion of the Northeast FZ6 Meet. I found the Corbin to be extremely comfortable compared to my "comfort" seat. I believe he also had the same opinion and was glad to get his Corbin back. After switching back, it took me about 10 minutes to start whining in my helmet and wishing the Corbin was under me!

yamaha rider87 · 08-25-2008, 02:02 AM

thanks man I checked it out it looks really nice just wish it weren't so expensive. Any negative effects when cornering hard or carving up switchbacks where your leaning rapidly from one side to the other? I just don't wanna sacrifice any of the sporting ability of the bike but i can't stand riding too long on that attrocity of a stock seat

oldfast007 · 08-25-2008, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by FZ6inNH

It wasn't for me. It did extend my seat time but here's what I find wrong about it. It is slippery and you continuously slide forward. The gel gets VERY HOT in the sun and stays that way for quite some time after you get on and ride. Goes the other way with cold too, but I'd rather have a cold seat than a hot one. Save a few more bucks and get a Corbin.

oldfast007 (Eric) swapped with me yesterday for a portion of the Northeast FZ6 Meet. I found the Corbin to be extremely comfortable compared to my "comfort" seat. I believe he also had the same opinion and was glad to get his Corbin back. After switching back, it took me about 10 minutes to start whining in my helmet and wishing the Corbin was under me!

Agreed, the gel seat is better than the stock, however the corbin is that much more comfortable, If I were to have a do-over I would spec the seat in a far different configuration. As far as back road bombing it works just fine!

Wolfman · 08-25-2008, 04:56 AM

Ok, Yamaha comfort seat - no so great, Corbin seat - very good, has anyone tried a Bagster seat?

usa35 · 08-25-2008, 05:47 AM

Does anyone have a picture of the Corbin seat?

I've seen it on a BMW K1200RS. The seat looked great on that ride, if not just a bit too much like a old-lady horsie saddle...

**FZ6inNH** · 08-25-2008, 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by usa35

Does anyone have a picture of the Corbin seat?

I've seen it on a BMW K1200RS. The seat looked great on that ride, if not just a bit too much like a old-lady horsie saddle...

There's a great deal of pics here in the threads. Hit the Search and type in Corbin and you'll see many shapes, styles and colors on the FZ6!

oldtimer · 08-25-2008, 07:37 AM

Anyone have a recommendation on the best (read: cheapest) place to get the corbin seat

**Hellgate** · 08-25-2008, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by usa35

Does anyone have a picture of the Corbin seat?

I've seen it on a BMW K1200RS. The seat looked great on that ride, if not just a bit too much like a old-lady horsie saddle...

Here's the standard FZ6 Corbin with the optional back rest.

My wife likes the safety and comfort of the back rest, however...always a however with any mod, right?...the passanger seat slopes DOWN very slightly so she is always having to push herself back. Also if you choose the "carbon fiber" look leather, it is slick for certain materials: jeans, and leathers. My textitle pants are fine and don't slide. I'd also like the crotch area of the saddle to slope up another 1/2 inch. When I brake hard the DNA will hit the fuel tank. The additional slope would help. I've also noticed that the Corbin, as least for me, needs some time to break in. I put in about 200 miles yesterday and the saddle just keeps getting better and better.

Note that this photo was taken with the bike on the center stand so it appears to be slopping down more than it really is.

I plan to send it back to Corbin and have the slope issue addressed. The Rayman did that mod and he and his wife are very happy with the saddle now.

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Scott C · 08-25-2008, 03:10 PM

I second saving the money and not buying the yamaha gel seat. I have it and was disapointed with it. Did not make a big difference in feel or wanting to ride longer. I do like the looks of it better though. FZ6inNH sums it up pretty well.

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It is slippery and you continuously slide forward. The gel gets VERY HOT in the sun and stays that way for quite some time after you get on and ride.

08-23-2008, 08:44 PM	#1 (permalink)
yamaha rider87 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: sparks, Nevada Bike: 07 FZ6 (yamaha blue) Posts: 114 Rep Power: 3 Member #3975	Yamaha comfort seat worth it? hey guys thinking about getting the comfort seat for my fz6, but given that its over $200.00 I wanted to get everyone's opinion on if it makes enough of a difference to be worth that extra scratch? Also are there any drawbacks to the seat such as the seat shifting during high speed cornering, etc? Everyone's help is much appreciated! __________________ R.I.P. Spinner....You're my boy Blue!!!!! frame sliders are the biker version of a reset button

08-24-2008, 12:59 PM	#2 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 2,984 Rep Power: 49 Member #18	Re: Yamaha comfort seat worth it? It wasn't for me. It did extend my seat time but here's what I find wrong about it. It is slippery and you continuously slide forward. The gel gets VERY HOT in the sun and stays that way for quite some time after you get on and ride. Goes the other way with cold too, but I'd rather have a cold seat than a hot one. Save a few more bucks and get a Corbin. oldfast007 (Eric) swapped with me yesterday for a portion of the Northeast FZ6 Meet. I found the Corbin to be extremely comfortable compared to my "comfort" seat. I believe he also had the same opinion and was glad to get his Corbin back. After switching back, it took me about 10 minutes to start whining in my helmet and wishing the Corbin was under me! __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

08-25-2008, 02:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
yamaha rider87 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: sparks, Nevada Bike: 07 FZ6 (yamaha blue) Posts: 114 Rep Power: 3 Member #3975	Re: Yamaha comfort seat worth it? thanks man I checked it out it looks really nice just wish it weren't so expensive. Any negative effects when cornering hard or carving up switchbacks where your leaning rapidly from one side to the other? I just don't wanna sacrifice any of the sporting ability of the bike but i can't stand riding too long on that attrocity of a stock seat __________________ R.I.P. Spinner....You're my boy Blue!!!!! frame sliders are the biker version of a reset button

08-25-2008, 04:56 AM	#5 (permalink)
Wolfman Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Australia Bike: 2006 fzn Posts: 1,843 Rep Power: 23 Member #2280	Re: Yamaha comfort seat worth it? Ok, Yamaha comfort seat - no so great, Corbin seat - very good, has anyone tried a Bagster seat? __________________ 06 FZ6N - *Engine:* PCIII (Cust.Map) = 98.4hp.TB Ti's, BMC Air filt., airbox mod, -1 front sprocket, Speedohealer *Suspension:* 08 fz6 Forks, Racetech .95kg springs & gold valve emulators, Ohlins shock. *Brakes:* 05 R6 front calipers, Braking Wave Discs, Goodridge Braided Lines, Ferodo pads. *Ergonomics:* Pazzo levers, Valtermoto Rearsets, MCS Drag Bars, Oggy Knobs. *Bling:* MCS Mirrors, Mini LED indicators, MCS Carbon Bar Ends, 08 front fender, Bagster tank bra, Polished Wheels,TB's FE.

08-25-2008, 05:47 AM	#6 (permalink)
usa35 Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Oakdale, MN Bike: Red 2007 FZ6 Posts: 11 Rep Power: 0 Member #2667	Re: Yamaha comfort seat worth it? Does anyone have a picture of the Corbin seat? I've seen it on a BMW K1200RS. The seat looked great on that ride, if not just a bit too much like a old-lady horsie saddle...

08-25-2008, 07:37 AM	#8 (permalink)
oldtimer Oh Noes!! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: USA Bike: RAVEN FZ6 Posts: 98 Rep Power: 2 Member #4030	Re: Yamaha comfort seat worth it? Anyone have a recommendation on the best (read: cheapest) place to get the corbin seat __________________ I wanted a motorcycle, and I got me an FZ6!

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