The Most Comfortable Motorcycle Seats from Harley-Davidson
March 29, 2023 Comments CommentSetting up a motorcycle with maximum comfort in mind is all about ergonomics. That is, it’s about ensuring that the bike is tailored to your size, style, and riding preferences. That way, you can take your motorcycle out comfortably and confidently.
The seat plays a crucial role in ergonomics, and it’s about much more than its cushioning. As we cover in our guide to motorcycle ergonomics and comfort, the seat is one of three key bike components that make up a so-called “triangle of comfort.” By properly aligning your choice of seat components with the position of your handlebar and foot controls, you can achieve a comfortable fit, no matter how aggressive (or not) of a riding posture you happen to prefer.
Comfortable Motorcycle Seat Types & Accessories
Beyond the matters of personal fit and quality materials, motorcycle riders should also consider the following seat elements and types before they choose the most comfortable seat possible that also suits their riding needs.
The Most Comfortable Motorcycle Seats from Harley-Davidson
Explore our recommendations for the most comfortable seats available for some of our most popular Harley® motorcycles.
MOST COMFORTABLE MOTORCYCLE SEATS FOR ALL DAY CRUISING ALL DAY: Sundowner Seats
The Sundowner™ seat line, with a deep bucket design that cradles the tailbone and provides back support for the rider, is excellent for both all-day cruising and long-distance touring.
MOST COMFORTABLE MOTORCYCLE SEATS FOR LONG RIDES: Harley Hammock
Stay in the saddle all day with the Harley® Hammock seat. Featuring broad seating surfaces and a shallow bucket shape to distribute the weight and reduce pressure points, these seats’ revolutionary fabric suspension system supports the rider’s weight for long-haul comfort.
Most Comfortable Touring Seats: Signature Series
The perfect combination of foam density and shape has resulted in our most comfortable motorcycle seat for long-haul touring. The Signature Series® seat is shaped with a wide seating area to spread the pressure across the broad surface and a narrow nose area to keep your legs together for a short reach to the ground.
MOST COMFORTABLE MOTORCYCLE Seats for Short Riders: Reach Seats
Reach Seats are shaped to deliver the ergonomic position that a shorter rider needs. These sets are recommended for maximum comfort for riders between 5’2” and 5’8” in height.
MOST COMFORTABLE MOTORCYCLE Seats for Tall Riders: Tallboy® Seats
Tallboy® Seats offer riders with a longer inseam a most comfortable seating experience, helping them to avoid leg cramps and back strain during a long day on the saddle.
Best MOTORCYCLE Seat for Reducing "Numb Butt": Road Zeppelin® Air
Developed and tested on the open road, the Road Zeppelin® Air Adjustable Seat gives passengers the ability to control the amount of air contained in each bladder within the seat with the push of a button. On a long run, occasional inflating and deflating of the seat reduces the so-called “numb butt” effect. So grab a seat. And enjoy the ride.
How to Choose the Right Motorcycle Seat
Choosing the best motorcycle seat for you, then, is in part about aligning the seat with the rest of your components to create a sound overall design. Of course, while these concepts and general approach are important, they’re certainly not the only factors to consider.
Selecting a seat that’s made from high-quality materials should also play a significant role. At Harley-Davidson, for instance, we test our seats the way we test everything else on our bikes: exhaustively. To make it to our riders, seats must meet extensive requirements in durability, water protection and comfort. And all our tests are performed in certified labs, and all suppliers must meet stringent requirements for product and process quality.
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