Corbin Seats Rant

Imho, those seats are the most overrated things that anyone can buy for a bike. I mean, I've ridden bikes with those seats (my sis has one on her Kawi), and perhaps it's my desensitized posterior - but no way can I tell the difference between riding on a Corbin from riding stock (vinyl, with cheap foam).

Biggest waste of money that could be used elsewhere (like say, SS brake lines, or other more useful applications).

To the OP, I'd have LAUGHED in the CSR's ear if they had told me it was going to be $167 to ship seats to Canada. Like others in this thread, I've had bigger parts shipped to me for cheaper (including duties, brokerage, etc.; the most recent shipment was a dual exhaust system for a buddy's Porsche).

The above is my $0.02CDN
 
Rob MacLennan said:
Frequently the issue is not because of the courier company, but because the shipper doesn't know how to select the proper service option.
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That's almost right, but they know what they are doing, charge for Xpress or Priority, then ship it at a discount through their company acct and or flat rate box, or even a lesser service level, then pocket the difference.
This is a common tactic on Ebay by lowdown scumbag sellers.
 
AGAVE said:
Don't be mad at Corbin, because UPS charges ridiculous rates. :confused:

All the shipping companies are insane now, they know you have no option, so they keep jacking up the rates.
The postal service used to be reasonable, now it's killing Ebay business and making it impossible to sell lower priced items online.
To top it all off, they can't even do the job right for that crazy inflated price, you end up getting something damaged because some lazy arse, overpaid driver kicked the box all the way to your door. :o
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AGAVE said:
That's almost right, but they know what they are doing, charge for Xpress or Priority, then ship it at a discount through their company acct and or flat rate box, or even a lesser service level, then pocket the difference.
This is a common tactic on Ebay by lowdown scumbag sellers.
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Make up your mind, dammit!

I actually think it is a combination of both.
 
www.baysideperformance.ca sells Corbin and Sargent. I'm a fan of Sargent as I've heard countless complaints with Corbin and most people are really happy with the Sargent seats!
 
AGAVE said:
That's almost right, but they know what they are doing, charge for Xpress or Priority, then ship it at a discount through their company acct and or flat rate box, or even a lesser service level, then pocket the difference.
This is a common tactic on Ebay by lowdown scumbag sellers.
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I realize that. We aren't talking about eBay here.
 
That's crap for Corbin to say they do not ship USPS. This is like what the airlines started a while ago by offering cheap seats but then charge you "taxes" and "handling fees" which bump a $150 ticket to $250.
 
Rob MacLennan said:
I've had two Sargents; one custom and one 'World Sport Seat.' Excellent product. Doesn't weigh as much as the rest of the bike, by itself.
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Good to know; I *think* it was someone on this site who did a review a while back (or it came up during a topic of discussion, etc.). I've even seen good things said across other bike forums that the Sargents are a better product overall.

The prices still make me twitch, however.
 
caboose483 said:
Make up your mind, dammit!

I actually think it is a combination of both.
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Good point, i guess i am complaining about two separate, yet related things, in one thread.
 
I was looking for a Corbin last year and was quoted around $600 around the GTA. Ended up ordering direct from Corbin and had it shipped to a US box in Niagara. Claimed it at the border but got lucky and was waved through. All in all it cost me 240 after the US exchange rate. It was for a zx6r and it is significantly more comfortable. Worth the 240 (no way would I have paid 600).
 
I got a Corbin for my DRZ, big difference over stock. I ordered mine through Bluestreak, no hassles with duty and shipping.
 
Just ordered a Corbin for my CB750 Nighthawk. Super stoked. Yes they are expensive, and yes I was dinged $220 for shipping & taxes, and yes I have to wait 4 weeks minimum for delivery, but my butt will appreciate it! $549 all in. Yikes.
 
I like how much more comfortable my Corbin seat is over stock F4i seat. The two negatives, in my opinion are:
1). The seat is way more slippery than OEM seat. I am adding tank pads, so I can hold the bike better with my knees, should solve this problem.
2). The seat is wider than OEM seat. I am 5'11", and I can still flat-foot the bike, but not as comfortable as with OEM seat.
 
sircastic said:
I got a Corbin for my DRZ, big difference over stock. I ordered mine through Bluestreak, no hassles with duty and shipping.
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Big difference? Yes.

400$ difference? FACK NO!

I'm ****** I didn't at least attempt a DIY option before dropping that coin. At that price for a simple seat, was I wrong with expecting a perfect fit and lazy boy comfort.

Basically I went from stock seat, an hour before it hurt; to a corbin, three hours before it hurts.
 
+1 for Vicious cycle. They ship anywhere with Canada Post. Good guys to deal with.
 
DemonPig said:
Just got a Sargent for my VFR. Makes a huge difference and if you tour a lot it's definitely worth the $400. I bought mine used, however for $250 in mint shape. Not only is the seat way more comfortable it is also a 2 piece which allows for quicker and easier access.
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+1 I did the same thing. Love it. Though it is odd, if you do not sit with your butt perfectly against the back of the seat it starts to hurt pretty quick. Hopefully when I put my beadrider on it helps. Did a 12 hour day on the stock seat/bars, now with the new raised renthal bar + lowered pegs, hopefully I can do more or do less in more comfort :)
 
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