Sargent vs Corbin Saddle for Ducati

[leroybrown_og]

I may be in the wrong forum but was told that this site is the authority on this topic.  I have a 2006 Ducati Monster 1000 (yes, not a touring bike however...) and the stock saddle sucks.  It's probably at 1-2 hour ride max.  There are companies that can take the existing pan and modify or there are after market seats such as Corbin or Sargent.  Which route is better, modify existing or aftermarket?

And if it's between Corbin or Sargent, price aside, which is prefferred overall in comfort and durability.  The corbin's seem to have some cool stuff with the component seating, etc. but at the end of the day, I want comfort on long rides.

Thanks for your feedback.

[Púca]

I just took a Corbin off the ST and got a Ducati Performance comfort seat.  Much more comfortable.  You may try to see if they make a Monster version.  Haven't tried the Sargent, so I can't comment there.  Other's mileage may vary etc etc.

[RexRider]

Sargent, for sure, over Corbin.  I had a Sargent on my Y2K M900Sie (loved it, and really miss that bike, too), and now have one on my ZRX.  The Corbins "feel" (may not, but sure feel like it) like the seat slopes toward the tail, while the Sargent is actually neutral, or only slightly forward sloped.  Much more comfy, IMHO.  Good bit less expensive, too.  

[Playinthestreet]

Haven't had anything other than Corbin.  98M900, 99Sprint, 05Sprint and (hopefully soon) 07 Tiger.  "Firm" would be an understatement and that's the way I like 'em.

[ctfz1]

Sarrgent on FZ1, Tried Corbin, wrong for me.

[Explorer]

I will tell you right now stay away from Corbin. they have gone Down hill on there seats and their costumer service. I got a new gunfighter seat for my fzr 1000 a few years back. After just 9 month's the seat started to rip on the front of the seat, where it shouldn't rip. I took it back to have it fixed since it was still under warranty. They told me that it was from normal wear and tear witch is compleat BS. they said they could fix it but it would cost me $260. for a new cover.
they refused to fix it under warranty. I will never buy a Corbin seat ever again.

[jschmidt]

Corbin has the worst customer service of any motorcycle business. But I'd be hard pressed to say they've gone down. It's always been this way, poor quality and quality control, abysmal customer service, good advertising.

Sargent makes a quality (I think quite superior) product and stands behind it. There really is no comparison.

[silvertwin2003]

I've had both. Far and away preferred the Sargeant--much better build quality and muuuch more comfy than the Corbin.  My corbin felt like a plank of plywood.

[ol Rocket]

Not sure where you hail from, leroy, but you might think about finding a local upholsterer.  Some are real bike-friendly and might recontour your stock seat and/or put in different foam.  Sometimes just an adjustment here and there makes quite a difference.

[HexHead]

The DP Comfort Seat is the hot ticket for the Monster. You should be able to pick one up for about $200 at your dealer.

[From Kapuskasing]

I ride an Aprilia Tuono, so I can relate somewhat to your situation. I had Rick Mayer re-cover my saddle in blue leather (to sort of match the wheels). I just finished a 3,000 mile journey from Toronto to Deal's Gap on the Tuono.The first day was a 500 mile day, which was kinda long, but it wasn't until a couple of days later that saddle soreness (not saddle sores!) started to kick in after a couple of hundred miles of riding.
So, for me on another naked Italian bike, Rick Mayer was the best way to go!

[discochris]

I've had both. Far and away preferred the Sargeant--much better build quality and muuuch more comfy than the Corbin.  My corbin felt like a plank of plywood.

No, plywood would be more comfortable.

If you have the money, I'd highly recommend a Russell seat.  I had a Corbin on my Connie, and while the seating position was nice, the thing was hard as a rock.  I did a trip from MN to TX and back, and could barely sit down towards the end.  Since replacing it with the Russell, I've never had a sore bottom, even with some seriously long rides.

[jschmidt]

So the general consensus seems to be anything but Corbin. I concur. I've never bought from them but they've made so many people so unhappy that I wish them an early Chapter 7.

[discochris]

I have to say, while hating the hardness of the seat, I actually had no problems with Corbin the company.  They actually shipped my seat two weeks earlier than expected.

[jschmidt]

I have to say, while hating the hardness of the seat, I actually had no problems with Corbin the company.  They actually shipped my seat two weeks earlier than expected.

Its the people who have problems who don't get satisfaction.

[Yamadog]

After reading the horror stories about Corbin and knowing they sponsor or sponsored that mind numbing show on Speed, I ordered a Sargent. Great seat, great service! Recommended!