Corbin Tall/Long Owners - Help

[rustynail]

First off, let me say that I am quite comfortable on my stock seat. The longest day I've done so far is only 540 miles, but I have found I am easily good for one full tank (around 175 miles) between breaks. I use a sheepskin pad to keep perspiration down.

So, I didn't consider a replacement seat- until I caught wind of the Corbin Tall. I'm 6'4", but it's a lot of leg (36" inseam). That's one of the things that put me on a Burgman 650 over the other competitors (Silverwing, AN400, T-Max). My knees hit the dash.

Still, with the backrest removed, I find I am still a bit cramped (legs only). Also, my knees are higher than my hips when I'm seated, which is bad for low back.

For those around my height, I'd like to know how the tall changes seating position. If I buy the tall, is there a good chance my legs will benefit from the 3 inches gained? Specifically, do you think I can get my knees lower than my hips? Is seat height higher or lower than stock seat? If I sit farther back, but lower, my knees could still be higher than my hips... I'd like to sit a bit higher, too if I can.

It's a big outlay of cash for a farkle I don't need (buttocks-wise, at least). I want to be sure it will fix my leg problem.

Thanks.

[Buffalo]

For those around my height, I'd like to know how the tall changes seating position.

I'm not your height (I'm only 5'11") but I am long legged for my height (33 inch inseam) and I am one of the few Corbin long owners that is active on the board so I'll try to answer your questions.

1) If I buy the tall, is there a good chance my legs will benefit from the 3 inches gained? Specifically, do you think I can get my knees lower than my hips?

I think you will benefit from the extra set back, I did. On the stock seat even with the butt stop removed my knees were also higher than my hips and now I can get my legs out so that they are not. I can put my feet up at the top of the upturned part of the footrest and straighten my legs completely out with my knees locked. With 3 inches more leg you might not be able to do that but your should almost be able to.

Is seat height higher or lower than stock seat? If I sit farther back, but lower, my knees could still be higher than my hips... I'd like to sit a bit higher, too if I can.

The seat is just a tiny bit higher than the stock seat but not a lot.

It is also just a little wider at the back most portion of the seating area. I find I must rock forward a little when I put my feet down at a stop because of this extra width.

One other thing you need to be aware of. Because you sit further back on the bike it changes the balance and handling of the bike. To me it seems to make the bike a little slower on the turn in. I compensated for it some by bumping the rear shock preload up to 5.

[dhobin]

I'm 6'2" and also have a Corbin long. I moved it from my 1st 650 to the one I have now and combined I have over 80,000 miles on it.
I could not ride long distances with the stock seat as my right knee does not bend very far but with the long I don't have any problems.
I love the seat.
I do also have 1" risers which make the handle bar position very comfortable as well.
I did add a stronger piston as the stock one will not keep the heavier Corbin up.
I also have the back rest and I like it as well.

[paulcbrowne]

What did you use for a stronger piston to keep the seat up?

[rustynail]

Hmmm. Some things to consider.

I got the Jac Vinson not so much for back support - just to be able to slide back a bit more and still use the stock butt-bumper to some degree. It does get me a bit more leg room, but my tail bone sometimes gets hit by the metal upright when I get bucked by a rough bump. Same thing only to a lesser degree when I run sans bumper altogether.

I don't like what you said about handling, Buffalo. Most often, I am perched on the tip of the seat with legs tucked under me when I am in the twisties - so perhaps it won't be an issue for me. I relax and sit back in the long stretches of straights.

I'm just thinking about the Corbin and might still do it if only because I can recoup maybe as much as 2/3 of the cost by re-selling it here in the classifieds as a barely used item. The resale value on one is pretty good.

I just wish there was someone near me that had one so I could try it out. It's a bigger gamble on fixing the leg issue. I know they have great testimonials for butts, but I don't need one for that...

[Buffalo]

I don't like what you said about handling, Buffalo. Most often, I am perched on the tip of the seat with legs tucked under me when I am in the twisties - so perhaps it won't be an issue for me. I relax and sit back in the long stretches of straights.

It's a minor but noticeable thing. Sliding forward on the seat will move your weight forward and negate it. I sometimes do that when I am serious about running the twisties. Most of the time I just start my turn in a blink earlier and don't worry about it. It's not enough of an issue that it will slow you down any. It's just something to be aware of the first time you head into the twisties so your not caught unaware.

[aamigos]

I was apprehensive about what Corbin to get. I'm only 6'1, 32" inseam,but wanted to strech my legs out. I decided to bite the bullet two weeks ago, and called Corbin. Those guys are great! We spent time talking about what I wanted, and how to achieve it. They wanted height, weight, and inseam. Then he explained that part of the warranty is that if it isnt right, they'll pay for return shipping, and make it right. I'm actually looking forward to the last week of the month when my seat is due to arrive. Since you're buying a new seat, give them a call, and talk to them.

[dhobin]

Here is wher I got mine.

Reinforced piston for opening automatic seat Burgman

Sell ​​reinforced pistons for all models 400/650 Burgman.
The piston has a calibrated force to lift the seat completely, see video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rA0hAR6rrM

Price: € 40.00 + € 16.00 Shipping recommended
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Mail: uomo-vitruviano@libero.it
by uomo-vitruvianoTue Jan 10, 2012 15:36 15 Forum: Aftermarket and AccessoriesTopic: Reinforced piston for opening automatic seat BurgmanReplies: 0Views: 154

[aamigos]

dhobin, did the new piston replace the old one, or did you have to modify? In the video, it looks like the piston is on the left side of the scoot, but mine is on the right side.
Dennis

[dhobin]

No modification just swap.

[ScooterJohn]

Corbin Long Seat:

I just picked up a used 2006 Excutive with only 13,000 miles and it had a corbing long on it. It does let me extent my legs... in fact I'm still getting used to the reach.

A question for all... thinking of putting a Givi top box E55M on and I'm not sure if I have enough clearance. I have a E52 on my 2007 excutive but I have a stock seat.

Scooter John

[Buffalo]

Corbin Long Seat:

I just picked up a used 2006 Excutive with only 13,000 miles and it had a corbing long on it. It does let me extent my legs... in fact I'm still getting used to the reach.

A question for all... thinking of putting a Givi top box E55M on and I'm not sure if I have enough clearance. I have a E52 on my 2007 excutive but I have a stock seat.

Scooter John

Clearance will be the same as for the stock seat so you won't have any problems unless you have the passenger backrest on the Corbin. If you do it will have to come off. Good news is that is easy to do, one screw to take out from under the seat and it slides right out.

[rustynail]

Well, as an update, I did get a Corbin from another member a few months back.

I do like the extra leg room but don't get all the hype about the seat pan. I don't find it any more comfortable than stock - maybe less comfortable by a small margin.

Maybe you have to have a large rump to appreciate it

I still use my Alaska leather sheepskin pad to ward off monkey butt. Sweating on leather is near the same as sweating on vinyl.

The back rest is the bees knees, though.

Glad I didn't pay 700 bucks for it, that's fer sure. I'd be PO if I had.

[peelbrow]

If I buy the tall (corbin seat) is there a good chance my legs will benefit from the 3 inches gained?

It's not the only gain you'll get! See "I must get me a corbin seat" in The Jester's Court section. (Sorry, I couldn't resist ) Kenp

[Bakeisback]

Rustynail,

You could always get the padding redone..lol Then you could say you love your Corbin

[rustynail]

Well, it's not bad - its just nowhere near 700 bucks better than stock. It's the same or slightly less comfortable than stock to me.

And I liked the stock seat.

Exception: It was the butt bumper/backrest I didn't like too much on the stock seat. That part of the Corbin is awesome.

[MJR]

Considering the stock seat costs between $500-650 I'd say the Corbin better, lol.

[rustynail]

Yeah, but my stock seat came with my bike. So although the cost was included - it wasn't replacement cost which is always more.

Sure, if your stock seat is mangled and you are thinking replacement - the Corbin is only a few dollars more than OEM.

[Bakeisback]

If you actually needed a replacement seat, you can get them for about $100-$300. I don't know why they would ask $800 for a replacement, but they do.