Vaquero Gel OEM Seat

Vipertestarossa · 11-22-2012, 01:14 PM

Does anyone know if the Kawi OEM gel seat has the exact same dimensions as the stocker? I don't want to alter the seat height or width at all. Thx in advance

**jestephens** · 11-22-2012, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Vipertestarossa

Does anyone know if the Kawi OEM gel seat has the exact same dimensions as the stocker? I don't want to alter the seat height or width at all. Thx in advance

I have both, and I feel like the gel seat sets me up higher. I have an aftermarket windscreen that's barely tall enough with the stock seat, but with the gel seat I get more wind.
I don't have any measurements to back it up though. ???

Vipertestarossa · 11-22-2012, 02:08 PM

Thanks Jay!

landman · 11-22-2012, 06:27 PM

not the same dimensions on the gel tour.not sure about the gel solo seat that is also available.

**bearbait** · 11-26-2012, 08:10 AM

Yes, the gel tour seat is maybe a tad taller for the rider, a good bit higher for the passenger. Width seems the same (for the rider) though.

kwhyte01 · 12-03-2012, 01:49 PM

I have one for sale if you are interested. It sat me higher. Looking to get $175.00 plus shipping from NJ.

Pitchinguy · 12-04-2012, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by jestephens

I have both, and I feel like the gel seat sets me up higher. I have an aftermarket windscreen that's barely tall enough with the stock seat, but with the gel seat I get more wind.
I don't have any measurements to back it up though. ???

Since you have both, do you think the OEM gel seat is worth the $? I had a Propad gel pad on my 1600 classic, wasn't impressed & ended up buying a Mustang. Now, I'm kinda gun shy about gel seats. Your opinion on the Kaw?

**bearbait** · 12-04-2012, 11:25 AM

I have/had both seats, and do NOT feel that the OEM gel is worth the money.

BC RED VAQ · 12-04-2012, 01:24 PM

He wants the stock seat to be as firm as the gel but not be any higher than the stock seat. I suggested to have denser foam put in the stock seat anyone else have any ideas.

**bearbait** · 12-04-2012, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by BC RED VAQ

He wants the stock seat to be as hard as the gel but not be any higher than the stock seat. I suggested to have denser foam put in the stock seat antone else have any ideas.

Harder? Corbin.

SoCalNomad · 12-06-2012, 12:16 AM

I had my stock seat cut down so I could sit lower and a little farther back. They kept the same foam but made a cutout to add a gel pad. I like the lower position and the gel keeps it from riding too harsh. Probably not as good as an aftermarket seat, but considerably cheaper if you have someone local to do it.

shewes · 12-19-2012, 08:54 PM

I have both seats, went with gel when purchased bike, my gel a couple of inches taller and wider. Wife sits higher than my Suzuki boulevards did and loves the seat.

11-22-2012, 01:14 PM	#1
Vipertestarossa Jr. Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 14	Vaquero Gel OEM Seat Does anyone know if the Kawi OEM gel seat has the exact same dimensions as the stocker? I don't want to alter the seat height or width at all. Thx in advance Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-22-2012, 06:27 PM	#4
landman Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: wheatland,wy. Posts: 3,642	not the same dimensions on the gel tour.not sure about the gel solo seat that is also available. __________________ bob wittman VBA # 745 COG #11621 wheatland,wy. rallies-custer 09,kalispell 10,crescent city 11,kanab 12,estes park 13,orifino 14.,red lodge 16 2015 ninja 1000 abs 2014 concourse 14 2012 concourse 14-sold 2011 vaquero-sold 2008 nomad-sold 2005 classic-sold
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11-26-2012, 08:10 AM	#5
bearbait Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Greene County, NY Posts: 143	Yes, the gel tour seat is maybe a tad taller for the rider, a good bit higher for the passenger. Width seems the same (for the rider) though. __________________ VBA #00794 2011 Vaquero (Ebony) replaced 2008 Nomad 1600 (Blue/Silver) Login or Register to Remove Ads
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12-03-2012, 01:49 PM	#6
kwhyte01 Jr. Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 13	Gel Seat I have one for sale if you are interested. It sat me higher. Looking to get $175.00 plus shipping from NJ.
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12-04-2012, 11:25 AM	#8
bearbait Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Greene County, NY Posts: 143	I have/had both seats, and do NOT feel that the OEM gel is worth the money. __________________ VBA #00794 2011 Vaquero (Ebony) replaced 2008 Nomad 1600 (Blue/Silver)
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11-22-2012, 02:08 PM	#3
Vipertestarossa Jr. Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 14	Thanks Jay!
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12-04-2012, 01:24 PM	#9
BC RED VAQ Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Beecher City IL 62414 Posts: 320	He wants the stock seat to be as firm as the gel but not be any higher than the stock seat. I suggested to have denser foam put in the stock seat anyone else have any ideas. Last edited by BC RED VAQ; 12-04-2012 at 04:04 PM.
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12-06-2012, 12:16 AM	#11
SoCalNomad Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Los Angeles area Posts: 20	I had my stock seat cut down so I could sit lower and a little farther back. They kept the same foam but made a cutout to add a gel pad. I like the lower position and the gel keeps it from riding too harsh. Probably not as good as an aftermarket seat, but considerably cheaper if you have someone local to do it. __________________ 2006 VN900 Classic LT (Sold!) 2011 Nomad 1700- Blue and Silver
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12-19-2012, 08:54 PM	#12
shewes Jr. Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: gilmanton ironworks NH Posts: 8	I have both seats, went with gel when purchased bike, my gel a couple of inches taller and wider. Wife sits higher than my Suzuki boulevards did and loves the seat.
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