Anyone Interested in a Russell Day Long Group Buy? - Page 37

Kenny · 03-13-2013, 11:56 PM

Well I finally got me seat sent off for an adjustment. I was able to borrow a seat while mine is out to be fixed. I still get to ride while the repair is being done!

I was amazed, when I switch back to the stock seat, how comfortable the RDL was even though it needed to be adjusted. I can't wait to get my seat back with the fixes completed and strap it back onto my GoldWing. It will be like riding a rainbow in the clouds

jandreu · 03-14-2013, 08:33 PM

I have to say Russell has been great to deal with. My seat fits just right. Noticed some discoloration on the vinyl last night that did not come right off with vinyl cleaner so I took a photo and sent it to Kim at Russell. She got right back to me and suggested a cleaning product and offered up front to have the seat shipped back to them at their cost to recover if needed. However the problem was just dirt attracted by some sticky residue and it came off with the Goo Gone they recommended. Great product and great service!

redjay · 03-14-2013, 09:37 PM

Kenny. What did you need to get adjusted on your seat ?

Kenny · 03-15-2013, 02:27 AM

My wife and I both kept sliding forward - especially troublesome while braking. In addition, the front seat felt short; as if only my but cheeks were on the seat. It seemed to lack support for my thighs. Lastly, it felt like I was sitting on the seat. My previous RDL seat, on my vstar1100, felt like I sat in the seat not on it!

My seat builder, Mike, seemed confident he get get 'er fixed to my liking. Kim said it would take about a week to complete, then off into the mail to Southern California (about two days shipping time.

newhoco · 03-20-2013, 07:41 AM

I finally got my seat ! it languished for a while on a shelf at the UPS store in Buffalo while I took off on a tour of the Dominican Republic on a motorcycle , but it's on the bike now , and looks fantastic .

Many thanks , Mike for making this happen , and especially for getting other forums involved !

fammdw · 03-20-2013, 01:08 PM

Glad you like your seat. Ride safe!!

haygrrr · 03-21-2013, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by fammdw

The last time I spoke with Kim was the day before the last day to submit orders. At that time she said they were just a few orders short of hitting the 125 mark. She also stated that it was one of their most successful group order buy-ins. She seemed confident at the time, that they would get the full 125 orders. I never checked back to see if they actually did.

What did they need to tweak on yours? They hit mine right on the nose. It was like I did a ride-in instead of shipping it.

I was on original list before it became official group buy Sounds like my vacancy was filled no problem. I'm glad someone was able to use my spot. I had some issues with dealer service and Kawasaki gave me $500 to use for anything so dropped off this buy and went with Mustang seat and driver backrest. Otherwise I would have stayed on track and gone through with it.

Awful lot of happy riders out there with new seats....

chucks1911 · 03-22-2013, 08:40 AM

I waited a while to post about my seat. First off, its very comfortable. It definately changed my seating position. It raised me up an inch or two. With the "wings" on the seat, I am having to slide forward at stops, or tip toe the bike (I'm 6'2").

When it arrived, I didn't spend much time looking at it, I wanted to get it on to ride it. I TRIED to install it, but the rear bolt would not screw into the nut in the fender. As a matter of fact, the bolt that holds the rear tab on the seat scratched the crap out of my fender. I pulled the seat back off, and compared it to the other one that I have and RDL had installed the tab that connects the seat to the fender at the rear of the seat upside down. So I fixed that and have been enjoying it since.

The change to the seating position has caused a problem with my right hand going numb, so I'll be changing out handlebars pretty soon. Really just waiting on parts.

Kenny · 03-27-2013, 01:31 AM

RDL has had my seat for two weeks (10 working days). It only went in for an adjustment yet it is taking longer than the original seat build. I called today to check up on my seat and was told that it should be done by the end of the week. Needless to say I am a little disappointed in the timeframe for this fix.

Tee Bee · 03-27-2013, 04:19 PM

My wife and I rode our V-Strom nearly 1100 miles over the last four days on our new Russell seat. Toured all over the Texas Hill Country and camped in freezing temps. We returned home with happy butts. Nicest motorcycle seat I've ever owned!

Kenny · 03-28-2013, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Kenny

RDL has had my seat for two weeks (10 working days). It only went in for an adjustment yet it is taking longer than the original seat build. I called today to check up on my seat and was told that it should be done by the end of the week. Needless to say I am a little disappointed in the timeframe for this fix.

I got an email that my seat has been shipped. It is expected tomorrow. With a little luck I can be riding on my new Day Long for the weekend!

Fingers crossed for a perfect fit!

redjay · 03-28-2013, 05:04 PM

Where do you live ? We are a few weeks away from riding here.

Kenny · 03-29-2013, 02:18 AM

I live in Southern California - Friday 75 degrees, Saturday 73 degrees, Sunday a cool 68 degrees. Perfect riding weather almost everyday, year round! We southern Californian's are a lucky bunch.

redjay · 03-29-2013, 03:26 AM

Now I understand why you were so anxious to get your seat back. Its only 34f here going up to 46f this afternoon.

Kenny · 03-30-2013, 02:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Kenny

I got an email that my seat has been shipped. It is expected tomorrow. With a little luck I can be riding on my new Day Long for the weekend!

Fingers crossed for a perfect fit!

My adjusted seat came in on Friday - I slapped it on my Goldwing and shes ready to tryout! Due to family stuff I'll have to wait till this afternoon or tomorrow morning to test her out!

03-13-2013, 11:56 PM	#541
Kenny Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 16	Getting an Adjustment! Well I finally got me seat sent off for an adjustment. I was able to borrow a seat while mine is out to be fixed. I still get to ride while the repair is being done! I was amazed, when I switch back to the stock seat, how comfortable the RDL was even though it needed to be adjusted. I can't wait to get my seat back with the fixes completed and strap it back onto my GoldWing. It will be like riding a rainbow in the clouds Login or Register to Remove Ads
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03-14-2013, 08:33 PM	#542
jandreu Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Makawao, Hawaii Posts: 1,409	I have to say Russell has been great to deal with. My seat fits just right. Noticed some discoloration on the vinyl last night that did not come right off with vinyl cleaner so I took a photo and sent it to Kim at Russell. She got right back to me and suggested a cleaning product and offered up front to have the seat shipped back to them at their cost to recover if needed. However the problem was just dirt attracted by some sticky residue and it came off with the Goo Gone they recommended. Great product and great service! __________________ James Andreu '07 1600 Red/Silver VBA Member #1356 jandreu@hawaiiantel.net
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03-20-2013, 07:41 AM	#545
newhoco Jr. Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 10	I finally got my seat ! it languished for a while on a shelf at the UPS store in Buffalo while I took off on a tour of the Dominican Republic on a motorcycle , but it's on the bike now , and looks fantastic . Many thanks , Mike for making this happen , and especially for getting other forums involved ! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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03-20-2013, 01:08 PM	#546
fammdw Advanced Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 543	Glad you like your seat. Ride safe!! __________________ *Mike Williams* *Wichita, Kansas* VBA Member #02104 2013 HD 110th Anniversary Electra Glide Ultra Limited 2012 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager 2009 Yamaha FJR1300 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Nomad 2002 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Custom 1989 Yamaha Virago 750
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03-22-2013, 08:40 AM	#548
chucks1911 Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Sterling, Oklahoma Posts: 361	I waited a while to post about my seat. First off, its very comfortable. It definately changed my seating position. It raised me up an inch or two. With the "wings" on the seat, I am having to slide forward at stops, or tip toe the bike (I'm 6'2"). When it arrived, I didn't spend much time looking at it, I wanted to get it on to ride it. I TRIED to install it, but the rear bolt would not screw into the nut in the fender. As a matter of fact, the bolt that holds the rear tab on the seat scratched the crap out of my fender. I pulled the seat back off, and compared it to the other one that I have and RDL had installed the tab that connects the seat to the fender at the rear of the seat upside down. So I fixed that and have been enjoying it since. The change to the seating position has caused a problem with my right hand going numb, so I'll be changing out handlebars pretty soon. Really just waiting on parts. __________________ Chuck Stephens 12 Harley Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic 07 Nomad (Traded) 86 Kawasaki 454 LTD VBA member #1578 HOG Member #4541840 AMA Member # 2700186
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03-14-2013, 09:37 PM	#543
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,927	Kenny. What did you need to get adjusted on your seat ?
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03-15-2013, 02:27 AM	#544
Kenny Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 16	My wife and I both kept sliding forward - especially troublesome while braking. In addition, the front seat felt short; as if only my but cheeks were on the seat. It seemed to lack support for my thighs. Lastly, it felt like I was sitting on the seat. My previous RDL seat, on my vstar1100, felt like I sat in the seat not on it! My seat builder, Mike, seemed confident he get get 'er fixed to my liking. Kim said it would take about a week to complete, then off into the mail to Southern California (about two days shipping time.
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03-27-2013, 01:31 AM	#549
Kenny Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 16	Still waiting RDL has had my seat for two weeks (10 working days). It only went in for an adjustment yet it is taking longer than the original seat build. I called today to check up on my seat and was told that it should be done by the end of the week. Needless to say I am a little disappointed in the timeframe for this fix.
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03-28-2013, 05:04 PM	#552
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,927	Where do you live ? We are a few weeks away from riding here.
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03-29-2013, 02:18 AM	#553
Kenny Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 16	Its always Sunny Here I live in Southern California - Friday 75 degrees, Saturday 73 degrees, Sunday a cool 68 degrees. Perfect riding weather almost everyday, year round! We southern Californian's are a lucky bunch.
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03-29-2013, 03:26 AM	#554
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,927	Now I understand why you were so anxious to get your seat back. Its only 34f here going up to 46f this afternoon.
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