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Posted:  22 Apr 2009 03:10	[?]
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Just ordered the custom Firebolt seat from buellparts.net.  Looks like it might be back ordered.  Buellxb...any idea how long it will take?  I am excited, and so is my ass!

Posted:  22 Apr 2009 04:22	[?]
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Bitter, you HAVE to give a report on this seat! Brand new bike with only 600 KM and it's already looking like my ass isn't gonna make it through 6-8 hour days. Thanks, Wayne

Posted:  22 Apr 2009 04:34	[?]
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Just got mine last week.  Making a new way to install it cos I don't like the stock system, it kinda lends itself to crossthreading.  I was also led to believe it would be a long wait but got it in less than a week.  I rode with the stock seat for 5,000 miles and I'm already loving the new one.  Glad I bought it.  Thanks buellxb

Posted:  22 Apr 2009 04:55	[?]
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Check out these seat clips at American Sport Bike.com.I can take my seat off in seconds without tools.

Posted:  22 Apr 2009 05:41	[?]
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I have the seat and the pins in my bike. It is well worth the money the comfort difference is amazing. As far as the ease of removal with the pins a quick slip and it's off.

Posted:  22 Apr 2009 16:41	[?]
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How do those quick pins fasten to the bike?  I already have one side that is stripped...can I still use them?

Posted:  22 Apr 2009 17:23	[?]
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They screw in, I had A stripped one and used JB weld to glue it in, works so far.

Posted:  22 Apr 2009 19:35	[?]
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I just bought some of the quick pins myself. In the picture it is hard to tell what is going on. Basically the post you see the pin through is threaded into the subframe with the seat off. Then when you put the seat on, the post slides throught the bolt hole, then you put the clip through the post so the seat cannot be pulled up.

Posted:  24 Apr 2009 18:47	[?]
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Just got my seat in today.  That was fast!  The seat looks great, and I can tell it is going to be a huge improvement....however, I lost a few inches to the ground.  Sux being short.  Anyway, I will report back with my findings after a nice ride later today. As for the quick pins...I am going to probably get them, but $20 seems a bit high for something that simple.  Any of you handy guys out there make them for cheaper??

Posted:  24 Apr 2009 19:48	[?]
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You could probably modify your stock seat bolts. Just find some nuts that fit them, to use as jam nuts. Cut the head off, then drill a hole through the bolt and find some of those clips. I don't know that it is worth the time and effort. You might save $10 but whatever floats you boat.

Posted:  24 Apr 2009 21:19   Last Edited By: midlifecrisis	[?]
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I'll be installing my homegrown system Sunday night.  Not quite as 'quick relase' as that but much cheaper.  I'll try to post a picture by Monday. BTW, just retap them if there a little stripped.  Mine are 1/4-20.

Posted:  25 Apr 2009 00:24	[?]
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I wanted to just retap it, however the aluminum insert spins around.  Need to JB weld and then tap I belive...just too lazy to do it right now.

Posted:  25 Apr 2009 17:47   Last Edited By: buellxb	[?]
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@bitter rod - Glad to hear that your seat came fairly quick. The seats are made by a specific company that owns the rights from Buell/H-D, and they do not inventory anything. They actually make the seat when the order is placed. We do everything to ship as fast as possible from BuellParts.NET and we understand that communication is the key.

Posted:  25 Apr 2009 17:51	[?]
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About a 3 hour ride yesterday on the new seat.  First impression...worth every penny!  Very happy with the seat.  Had another small break down, but luckily was right in front of a auto service center.  $15 later I was back on the road.  It was a good day!  Buellxb....thanks!

Posted:  08 May 2009 02:39	[?]
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I think I need to order that seat.  The stock seat on my '04 is a beast.

Posted:  16 May 2009 21:11	[?]
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duct tape the seat around the bike

Posted:  12 Feb 2010 18:06	[?]
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Hi,I have not been able to find a custom seat for my firebolt on the buellxb site ,all I find is the pillion seat,have only been able to find them now from corbin or baldwin.

Posted:  12 Feb 2010 18:25   Last Edited By: xtremelow	[?]
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They dont make the seats any more, eBay or ask around to see if someon ehas a used one. You can go with a Baldwin or Corbin seat though.

Posted:  12 Feb 2010 19:57	[?]
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You may be able to get XPC Racing to make a seat for it. THey are in California and seem to make a good product.  www.xpcracing.com

Posted:  12 Mar 2010 06:57	[?]
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Hi, after having searched around for an aftermarket seat for my xb9r I called to check on something else for my bike at my harley dealer,while talking to Jason in parts I told him I was looking for the seat he looked up the part#,seems they had two in stock so I got one just as quick as I could.

Posted:  12 Mar 2010 07:59	[?]
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can i get the other one?

Posted:  12 Mar 2010 09:36	[?]
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any pictures?

Posted:  12 Mar 2010 09:39	[?]
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YO COP! We want pics

Posted:  12 Mar 2010 16:21	[?]
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Bitter crashed his bike last September. Not sure if he rides anymore, I havent seen him on here since he posted pics of his crash.

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