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I have one of Adam’s seats I’ve had it since he first started selling them, you are right you have to put three or four hundred miles on it to break it in, and then you’re good to go. I have had mine now for about five years, loving it.
yeah most seats take a full season to break in ..the problem is they are stiff at the start and people just dont give them time to break in before swapping them out.
Purchased the set when they first cameout and later realized it was the saddleman rebranded as an ASR. Regardless, my wife hates the passenger pillion. Its narrow and sits very tall (check out 14:20 of this video) so you get the added wind turbulence for the passenger (my wife is 5'7"). We went back to the lepera silhouette. It was fine as a solo seat but I do not recommend this for a passenger.
I recently got one on my new SGST and love it! I did 400 miles Saturday and no pain or soreness on my ass or back. So far I have 2400 miles on it and highly recommend it. The passenger pillion is finally on the way. Not knowing when I would get the pillion, I ordered the Bad Boyz Freedom extended reach. It looks very similar to the ASR.
As an owner of this seat you have to ride 5-600 miles to break it in. Once I did that I rode to Sturgis which is 8 hours. No discomfort what so ever. Saddleman and Ciro knocked this one out the park!
Great video as always, nice seat but almost $1600 for all 3 pieces, its probably a good seat but for $1600, no thanks. On my 2021 Street Glide, I have a mustang seat with the removable passenger seat and backrest and it was substantially less, its an awesome seat (for me), I like that with the Mustang i can get in reduced reach or extended reach. This seat wont be on my Christmas wish list. The other thing to keep in mind for the guys with a reduced reach seat, then going to something like this. If you have Apes, you probably positioned them for the type of seat you have (reduced, standard or extended), so unless you have monkey arms you will probably need to reposition your bars. For $1600 they should have give options for reduced and extended reach, 1 size does not fit all. On side note, this looks identical to the Saddlemen Dominator which is less than 1/2 the price for the seat and you can get it in Extended and Standard reach, in fact, for all 3 pieces you for $900 less plus you can choose the colour of your stitch. That seems to be quite the royalty for Adam Sandaval
Go through saddlemen. It’s the dominator seat. Opted for the wider passenger pillion and red stitching throughout. 1k for the rider seat, passenger pillion, and rider back rest.
I do agree that the seat is very similar to the dominator and I believe is made by saddlemen ...Ive never road on the saddlemen version so I cannot compare outside of the visual aspects of the 2 seats. Im just trying to show everyone the options on the market. And yes, I did mention that at the end of the video as far adjusting the handlebars if they use this seat. thank you for checking it out and your opinion on it! much appreciated.
Bro, this is the perfect seat for me if I can ever find the 4 point docking system for my 2017 CVO Ultra with the hard mounted tour pack. That CVO seat has me pushed up all the way on the tank and it feels like I'm riding on top of the bike and not part of the bike, if ya know what I mean. This seat just looks perfect for me and what I want to do, if once again, I can get the docking hardware figured out to remove the pack when I want to. Thanks again Steve for this recommendation! I will be trying this out!! A little pricey but looks well worth it for all 3 parts and the combinations with the 2 up or 1 up riding you can do. You Da Man Bro! I hope Ciro is sponsoring you!
Steve, I love the videos and can't wait to see what's next. I have the exact same bike and color. As for seat lock, Robert Becker makes a very cool one that requires a key to unlock it. I have been using it on my RG ST and love it. FYI, I'm not sponsored by them, just thought I'd mention it if someone is looking for a good seat lock.
My Hamic seat is pretty good on my CVO. Now a better seat would be an air ride. Whatever they’re called or you can change the seat as you’re moving along because when you sit in one position for too long, it would be good to add or take air out of the seat. I have friends that have them they’re big comfortable And they have adjustability if you want a long distance seat that’s the way to go. I’ve never rode your seat, but I don’t think it’s better than my Hamic. So every time you buy gas you get a bottle of water and you walk around the parking lot take 10 minutes and hit the road and you’ll be fine as long as you don’t have one of those little seats like that any long-distance rider knows that. I’m good for 500 miles I used to be good for a lot more, but I can do 500 miles rain or shine two up very comfortably. Hydrate walk around when you buy gas and you could knock out 500 miles in eight hours 8 1/2 depending on traffic these are facts.
you are correct sir..stretching and walking around are key to getting some saddle miles for sure...specially for me with a bad back already and just plain getting older. The hammock is a great seat for long miles but with that one, for me, it comes down to ascetics...im not a fan of that huge seat on my bike. I have rode with them before and they are great seats. I think here they were trying to find a middle ground with longevity and looks as well.
@@sikbaggers that’s it’s not too big at least not on my bike ride a CVO’s Limited. It came with the bike it’s heated. It’s nice plus I ride two up. And with a tour pack doesn’t look big at all there has been several revisions with the ham exceed the first one. I don’t know what revision they are on now, but I have a 2011 and it was not good for the passenger. This one is really good for both of us. We’ve been to Nova Scotia Wyoming we go to Tennessee a few times a year from Pittsburgh. We can knock out 500 miles in eight hours we don’t like to do it but if it’s raining, we’d knock it out real fast. If it’s nice, we will head over to Winchester and play on the way down or somewhere throughout the West Virginia or something. I never plan a trip I just pick a direction . Hey good luck be safe but most of all enjoy while you can.
Steve, first time I've seen you. Good video and explanation of everything. I'm going to catch up on your other video's, and yes i hit the subscribe button
yeah I seen that too Pete...Seats are a tough thing to decide on returns from a companies stand point. If you spend the time breaking it in and then decide you dont like it then they are stuck with a used seat. And its very hard to visually see if a seat has been "used" at all unless there is some obvious defects.
one thing i think should mention is this seat is made my saddlemen, it is not made by Ciro. Personally i have owned saddleman seats and saddleman provided me with great support on the product but ultimately i had to go with a different product. the see looks good and the issue i have with saddleman seats is that they tend to get hot and asorb heat which makes ridding out heat uncomfortable.
Ill have to admit with the break in period so far its been at the end of the season and cool and this year its been cool so I havent had to much riding in heat to see how much it absorbs and ill keep an eye on that for sure. Thank you for checking it out!
The seat, like any other well constructed seat has a layer of thin plastic layer just below the cover to aid in sliding the cover on and also keeping water from gettong on your foam. So , yes the seat material is perforated to help reduce heat you still have a thin layer to protect the foam
@@sikbaggers yes but all of those perforations will hold a lot of water it the bike sits in the rain. Such as if you stop to eat ect. Both my street bikes have solid Vinyl seat covers but I have an air hawk air pad on one bike and that has a mesh cloth cover that soaks up a lot of rain. I have to take it off or put a plastic bag over it if I park it in the weather.
@@sikbaggers Yup I have this seat and it is perforated which is good at keeping butt cool but you will need a rain cover for the seat when it rains or when you wash your bike and don't remove the seat. The seat will get your butt wet even when the rain stops. The foam might be protected but it still holds some water in between the leather and plastic liner.
I have the 2-up of this seat. If you like Saddlemen seats, you'll love this seat. But, it's not for me. It's just not comfortable enough for me. The seat sets you down and back about 1.75 inches. It looks great on the bike too. If anyone is interested, mine is for sale. Just message me. It's in perfect condition. No scrapes, scuffs or tares.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Ciro ASR seat on your bike. It's important to find a seat that not only looks great but also provides the comfort you need during your rides. Personal preferences can vary when it comes to motorcycle seats, and what works for one rider may not work for another. The fact that the Ciro ASR seat sets you down and back about 1.75 inches can have an impact on the overall riding experience and comfort level. The positioning and shape of the seat can greatly influence how it feels during long rides or extended periods of sitting. Ultimately, finding the perfect seat for your individual comfort requirements may involve some trial and error. Keep experimenting until you discover the seat that provides the ideal combination of aesthetics and comfort for your riding style.
@SIK Baggers Steve, it seems like they did that just to Jack up the price on the seat!!! Most baggers are equipped with two up seating with the exception of sport bikes. They should offer a seat with the two up complete and sell the back rest separately and offer the one up seat for those who don’t want the two up seating(you know, like Mustang, Saddleman, and other seat manufacturers do)!!! I wanted one of these ASR seats, but I’m not buying a $500+ front seat and a $400+ rear seat to maintain the two up seating look that my 2016 Electra Glide Ultra has!!! Why spend $1,000-$1,200 on a seat set when I could say buy the road couch from Saddleman and have that for around $700???
Ultimately, the choice of a seat comes down to personal preference and what best suits your riding style and needs. If the road couch from Saddleman meets your requirements and offers the comfort you seek at a more affordable price, it could be a viable option for you. It's always a good idea to research different brands and read reviews to ensure that the seat you choose provides the desired level of comfort and quality. Remember, finding the perfect seat is an investment in your riding experience, so take your time and make a decision that aligns with your budget and preferences.
I use ciros highway pegs on my SG...they mount under the floorboards instead of scratching up your engine guard and wont slip like those either. Love them! Here is my video ua-cam.com/video/PQap60OLJFI/v-deo.html and here is the product shrsl.com/1tnoc and shrsl.com/1tnof
Hey Steve - thank you for the video! The only question I have is how does the rear part of the seat being attached to the fender? Are the heads of these special bolts go into the saddle?
Ultimately, whether it's worth the investment or not depends on your personal preferences and priorities. If you're content with the stock setup and don't feel the need for the extra pampering, it's absolutely reasonable to stick with what you have. After all, enjoying the ride and feeling comfortable should be the most important factors when it comes to choosing accessories for your motorcycle.
it does sit you back a little farther but it also sits you down some too and with the narrower sides it brings your legs in closer to the bike allowing your legs to move down even farther so it's not completely true that because a seat sits you back farther that it is for tall people. You may just need to adjust your handlebars and that's it, you'll be set! ...im short-legged and i have no problem reaching the ground with it. Thanks for checking it out though...much appreciated.
Thank you for the video nicely done😊 i’m looking for a single seat for my 2022 roadglide ST.I was fortunate enough to have a local dealership carry the settlemen step seat my first impressions were not for me the sides cut into my thighs too narrow I wish I could try the Cairo seat
Thank you for checking it out...Yeah I dont know that any of the dealerships will have it for testing..but they do have them to sit on at the rallies if you look for the Ciro Rig.
unfortunately, I can relate but with other seats...not every seat will be perfect after the break in period...some seats just arent made for some people.
I am happy with C&C Motorcycle Seats. Ciro ASR seat, backrest, and pillions are not returnable. Ciro does not process exchanges, yet they say "Ciro strives to manufacture the highest quality parts possible and stand behind everything we do." I am curious. Where is the Ciro seat made?
The sides are narrower, but that seat is an extended seat. You would probably need to look at the saddleman dominator seat, which is what this seat is. You can get them in regular or extended also at a price that is more wallet friendly .
better off making your own...those pre made tool kits are way overpriced and don't include hardly anything you need. Check out my took kit video here ua-cam.com/video/_XSi-JKebMo/v-deo.html
Great video Steve! I actually have installed my back seat nut by using a long zip tie and it works great!! Also, do you know who actually manufactures the ASR seat? The Bad Boys and ASR design looks very close?
Its made by Saddlemen ...and yes Ive done that too with the zip ties but I was out of the long ones lol Actually works better than a string but thats all I had so we got er done with that.
Sorry, but I bought this seat and it is way too narrow for me (nor was it comfortable for any of my crew that I ride with). I did not have a chance to "test-sit" before buying and this was a learning experience for me. Couple that with Ciro 3D's no return policy on this seat I am stuck with a seat that I cannot use and out the money I spent on it.
Hey no need to be sorry to me ...not all seats are for everyone thats for sure. Same as handlebar heights and floorboard placement...any point of contact on your bike has to be comfortable for you.
@@sikbaggers really, really appreciate your reply and I completely agree, everything is different for most everyone. I subscribe to your channel and thoroughly enjoy your posts and wrench training! I think what was the most frustrating about the ASR seat was the inability to return the seat to Ciro3d, all I did was put it on the bike, sit on it and thought, "nope" too narrow and took it off. But hey, I knew their rules, rolled the dice and lost on this one. And that's shame on me.
Sure. I can compare them to the seats that I have actually had. The raptpr or Cobra from advanblack - The Raptor and cobra are based off of the OEM seat pan with added gel inserts and also a 2 up seats..this one sits you down and back slightly with a more narrow front. The CVO 2 piece seat...looks amazing...too thin and hurts my tailbone after about an hour. No gel. Harley Davidson Hammock...huge, bulky, looks like a grandpa seat...pretty comfortable at first but sink in after about an hour.
That is one very nice seat of that there is no doubt. I'd bet that my gal would be very happy with it... Unfortunately for $1300.00 (with Tax and no shipping) it's WAY above my pay grade...
Thank you so much for watching my video and appreciating the seat! I completely understand your concern about the price. Items like this can often be quite expensive, and it's important to prioritize within our budgets. While it may not be feasible for you at the moment, there are always other options available that suit different price ranges. I appreciate your support, and I hope you continue to enjoy my content.
Hey steve how is the passenger seat on comfort for a little bit more of a bigger butt girl passenger lol? The passenger seat looks like its bout as wide as the operators seat.
Hey Steve, I recently traded in our 2013 flhtc for a 2918 flhtk, I have the Saddlemen touring seat step up for my wife. But she finds it uncomfortable, I like the idea of the extra airflow and design of the seat, How does your wife like riding on that seat if you don't mind me asking? Fort Erie Ontario Canada, Love the light fillers and smoked signal lights I recently purchased, thanks for the info on that!
Hey man..im sorry I missed this comment...still playing catch up from sturgis...but she really likes the seat....no complaints from here on that. I feel like im getting it more and more broke in on every ride for me. Its a bit stiff at first but most new seats are. Just need time to break them in.
Looks like a great setup, it is just a pisser they make you buy their driver backrest. I already have the harley adj. backrest package and I am assuming from your talk you have to buy their backrest. Is there anyway to remove their backrest parts so you could still use the harley backrest that you already own?? Thx Steve
Steve, how does this compare to the advanblack seat? I have that seat and it really does not look good at the front with the stretched tank covers. I do like the setup for the driver backrest compared to the harley one I have now, that I never bother to use lol
Well the advan seat is based off of the stock seat pan and this one is more narrow up front and sits a tad farther back and down...which a lot of people say is great for long legged people but trust me Im not long legged and I can reach the ground just fine. Its 2 very different seats for sure.
when does the rocking chair version come out for touring models, or is that just avaliable for the big jazzy? whatever you do don't use Atomicautoworks for nothing.
Not sure I have ever heard of atuomaticworks...whats up with that company? always like to find out why someone would say something negative ...did you have a bad experience with them?
@sikbaggers long story short they are at the very least liers. i sent them my mustang seat( in two shipments ) because they said they didnt need anything but the cover,material i wanted. so i sent that first 5 days later i called them back to see if it was being worked on ,they told me 7 day turnaroud an a couple hundred dollars. but now claimed they needed the seat as well to do the work. so shipping was now going to be 200$. but what could i do i sent the seat and never heard back from them again i had to contact police, feds ect... 4 months latter i got my seat back still all torn apart.I just got it back together my own self. after contacting the bbb this is their mo. all together they cost me about 500$ and had me tear my seat apart which i would have never gotten back if i didnt go after them with a vengeance. tell everybody you know to steer clear of them. my seat was brand new i just wanted it in a different color.
Very different styles of seating . The Raptor and cobra are based off of the OEM seat pan with added gel inserts and also a 2 up seats..this one sits you down and back slightly with a more narrow front.
Unfortunately this seat wheres out pretty quickly. Loved mine for quite a while. Now lil over 3k miles...sore ass and hips after only say 100 miles or so. Also, wife NEVER could ride longer than 50-75 miles without becoming uncomfortable.
aah man that sucks .....I keep switching my seats out so I only have about 1k miles on it but havent had much issues other than needing to break it in.
My wife has a big ass lol so I need a good seat. I hear about it all the time when I have the stock seat on. But I like the option of having the solo seat!. Thanks I'll look into it!
The passenger is the Pillion .. Thus you would say the Pillion seat or you would say the Pilion Seat.. You would not say the Passenger Passenger seat ..
yes but you called it the Pillion Passenger seat which basically is double redundant. Yes in the USA many don't know what a Pillion is. It is a Pillion Seat not a Pillion Passenger Seat .. as you used two words for one description it just sounds strange to say two words with the same definition. I guess you called it the Pillion Passenger seat because you thought so many would not know what a Pillion Seat is . A pillion is a secondary pad, cushion, or seat behind the main seat or saddle on a horse, motorcycle, bicycle or moped. [1] [2] [3] A passenger in this seat is said to "ride pillion".
I never even heard of Bad Boyz Cyclez but I took a look at their website and weirdly I didn't see a single seat that even came close to this seat. The Venom or Scorpion?? Holy hell those 2 seats are spot-on direct copies of the Harley Davidson CVO Seat with different covers on them. This ASR seat is made by Saddleman for Ciro and Saddleman has one very similar in their own line called the Dominator.
Ive seats get stolen at "blessing of the bikes" of all places...seen them at rallies..come back to the bike and the thief's POS seat is laying on the ground next to the bike and the bikes seat is gone...if someone wants your seat...they will get it.
It is for sure not a raod sofa style seat...so far so good but I dont have as many miles on it as I would like so i wouldnt be much help there yet. Still breaking it in but no real complaints on it yet
I see plenty of cost complaints and it’s understandable. If I pay $30k or more for a cruiser and I actually plan on laying down miles the seat that fits me, reduces fatigue and keeps me on the road is priceless. Cost tolerance comes down to how it fits me not how it fits everyone else. So being able to sit on one prior to buying is key. Great review!
Thanks for checking it out Bama! And yes you are correct...not every seat is for everyone..nor is every seat for every budget. I just like to show whats out there on the market so people can make informed choices.
Ultimately, whether it's worth the investment or not depends on your personal preferences and priorities. If you're content with the seat you have it's absolutely reasonable to stick with it. After all, enjoying the ride and feeling comfortable should be the most important factors when it comes to choosing accessories for your motorcycle.
I'm 6'3" and weigh in the 300 range. I see the width of the seat is 12 inches, and the stock seat on my Road Glide Special is approximately 15 inches. I really like the look and the price for all three is definitely in my price range, I just don't know how I would fit on it. I would like to sit on one prior to the purchase.
its defentily better to sit on one beofre purchasing it if you can. Ciro sets up shop at almost all fo the major rallys so if you ever get a chance to go to one they always have one there on a bike so you cna sit on it.
I think Adam Sandoval is riding something similar… is that the seat? So, at 6’3” tall with a 33 inseam this will put the rider back 2” and allow for a longer reach?
Great video as always Steve. I purchased this seat last year and love it! However, I think you should have mentioned that if you are running the Advanblack stretched tank cover that there will be a very substantial gap between the seat and cover. I can actually see my tank. That is the only problem I have with running it with my setup.
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I have one of Adam’s seats I’ve had it since he first started selling them, you are right you have to put three or four hundred miles on it to break it in, and then you’re good to go. I have had mine now for about five years, loving it.
yeah most seats take a full season to break in ..the problem is they are stiff at the start and people just dont give them time to break in before swapping them out.
Great looking seat , it’s identical to my Saddlemen Dominator seat which I love .
Thank you for checking it out Scully!
love your work and Adam is doing great things with wounded warrior. cheers !!!
I was just thinking it is almost identical to the dominator
Purchased the set when they first cameout and later realized it was the saddleman rebranded as an ASR. Regardless, my wife hates the passenger pillion. Its narrow and sits very tall (check out 14:20 of this video) so you get the added wind turbulence for the passenger (my wife is 5'7"). We went back to the lepera silhouette. It was fine as a solo seat but I do not recommend this for a passenger.
My wife didnt say to much about the height...but I also run a klockwerks windshield which really kicks the air up high over both of us.
Looks like a freedom bad boyz cyclez seat
its made by saddlemen
I recently got one on my new SGST and love it! I did 400 miles Saturday and no pain or soreness on my ass or back. So far I have 2400 miles on it and highly recommend it. The passenger pillion is finally on the way. Not knowing when I would get the pillion, I ordered the Bad Boyz Freedom extended reach. It looks very similar to the ASR.
Yes agreed, there are several seats on the market that have about the same profile. Loving the ST as well...finally getting some miles on it
I’ve had the seat for about 5 months. Man, I love it!
Thats awesome...glad it worked for you after the break in! Im getting there!
As an owner of this seat you have to ride 5-600 miles to break it in. Once I did that I rode to Sturgis which is 8 hours. No discomfort what so ever. Saddleman and Ciro knocked this one out the park!
I still have a way to go on breaking mine in but were getting there!
@@sikbaggers you will love it. Backrest helps out a lot. Keep up the good videos Steve!!
Great video as always, nice seat but almost $1600 for all 3 pieces, its probably a good seat but for $1600, no thanks. On my 2021 Street Glide, I have a mustang seat with the removable passenger seat and backrest and it was substantially less, its an awesome seat (for me), I like that with the Mustang i can get in reduced reach or extended reach. This seat wont be on my Christmas wish list. The other thing to keep in mind for the guys with a reduced reach seat, then going to something like this. If you have Apes, you probably positioned them for the type of seat you have (reduced, standard or extended), so unless you have monkey arms you will probably need to reposition your bars. For $1600 they should have give options for reduced and extended reach, 1 size does not fit all.
On side note, this looks identical to the Saddlemen Dominator which is less than 1/2 the price for the seat and you can get it in Extended and Standard reach, in fact, for all 3 pieces you for $900 less plus you can choose the colour of your stitch. That seems to be quite the royalty for Adam Sandaval
Go through saddlemen. It’s the dominator seat. Opted for the wider passenger pillion and red stitching throughout. 1k for the rider seat, passenger pillion, and rider back rest.
I do agree that the seat is very similar to the dominator and I believe is made by saddlemen ...Ive never road on the saddlemen version so I cannot compare outside of the visual aspects of the 2 seats. Im just trying to show everyone the options on the market. And yes, I did mention that at the end of the video as far adjusting the handlebars if they use this seat. thank you for checking it out and your opinion on it! much appreciated.
That seat has a lot of similarities to my saddleman seat
yes its made by saddlemen
Bro, this is the perfect seat for me if I can ever find the 4 point docking system for my 2017 CVO Ultra with the hard mounted tour pack. That CVO seat has me pushed up all the way on the tank and it feels like I'm riding on top of the bike and not part of the bike, if ya know what I mean. This seat just looks perfect for me and what I want to do, if once again, I can get the docking hardware figured out to remove the pack when I want to. Thanks again Steve for this recommendation! I will be trying this out!! A little pricey but looks well worth it for all 3 parts and the combinations with the 2 up or 1 up riding you can do. You Da Man Bro! I hope Ciro is sponsoring you!
Hey Bro! Thanks for checking it out! Its a great seat! Giving you take the time to break it in.
@@sikbaggers Time in the seat is always a good thing Brother!! I can do that!! Ride safe Bro, and keep your knees in the breeze!!
Looks nice...wish they had option for heated seat for those of us who ride year 'round.
Its a nice seat...Ive never used a heated seat but I hear they are great.
Steve, I love the videos and can't wait to see what's next. I have the exact same bike and color. As for seat lock, Robert Becker makes a very cool one that requires a key to unlock it. I have been using it on my RG ST and love it. FYI, I'm not sponsored by them, just thought I'd mention it if someone is looking for a good seat lock.
I am going to check that out for sure! thank you Dave!
Seat Lock: search Robert Becker design. Seat looks to be identical to the freedom series from Bad Boyz Cyclez. Wonder if they’re making it for CIRO.
Thank you Patrick..ill check it out!
My Hamic seat is pretty good on my CVO. Now a better seat would be an air ride. Whatever they’re called or you can change the seat as you’re moving along because when you sit in one position for too long, it would be good to add or take air out of the seat. I have friends that have them they’re big comfortable And they have adjustability if you want a long distance seat that’s the way to go. I’ve never rode your seat, but I don’t think it’s better than my Hamic. So every time you buy gas you get a bottle of water and you walk around the parking lot take 10 minutes and hit the road and you’ll be fine as long as you don’t have one of those little seats like that any long-distance rider knows that. I’m good for 500 miles I used to be good for a lot more, but I can do 500 miles rain or shine two up very comfortably. Hydrate walk around when you buy gas and you could knock out 500 miles in eight hours 8 1/2 depending on traffic these are facts.
you are correct sir..stretching and walking around are key to getting some saddle miles for sure...specially for me with a bad back already and just plain getting older. The hammock is a great seat for long miles but with that one, for me, it comes down to ascetics...im not a fan of that huge seat on my bike. I have rode with them before and they are great seats. I think here they were trying to find a middle ground with longevity and looks as well.
@@sikbaggers that’s it’s not too big at least not on my bike ride a CVO’s Limited. It came with the bike it’s heated. It’s nice plus I ride two up. And with a tour pack doesn’t look big at all there has been several revisions with the ham exceed the first one. I don’t know what revision they are on now, but I have a 2011 and it was not good for the passenger. This one is really good for both of us. We’ve been to Nova Scotia Wyoming we go to Tennessee a few times a year from Pittsburgh. We can knock out 500 miles in eight hours we don’t like to do it but if it’s raining, we’d knock it out real fast. If it’s nice, we will head over to Winchester and play on the way down or somewhere throughout the West Virginia or something. I never plan a trip I just pick a direction . Hey good luck be safe but most of all enjoy while you can.
Someday some company is going to say buy one of our bikes and pick the seat and bar set up that fits you. And then I woke up.
lol..wouldnt that be something
Steve, first time I've seen you. Good video and explanation of everything.
I'm going to catch up on your other video's, and yes i hit the subscribe button
Thank you Kevin! Much appreciated sir!
It kind of stinks if the seat doesn't work out for you as its NON-RETURNABLE.
yeah I seen that too Pete...Seats are a tough thing to decide on returns from a companies stand point. If you spend the time breaking it in and then decide you dont like it then they are stuck with a used seat. And its very hard to visually see if a seat has been "used" at all unless there is some obvious defects.
one thing i think should mention is this seat is made my saddlemen, it is not made by Ciro. Personally i have owned saddleman seats and saddleman provided me with great support on the product but ultimately i had to go with a different product. the see looks good and the issue i have with saddleman seats is that they tend to get hot and asorb heat which makes ridding out heat uncomfortable.
I was just about to comment about this seat being too similar to the Saddlemen Dominator seat. Turns out it is that seat.
Ill have to admit with the break in period so far its been at the end of the season and cool and this year its been cool so I havent had to much riding in heat to see how much it absorbs and ill keep an eye on that for sure. Thank you for checking it out!
@@sikbaggers thank you appreciate your content in the videos very interesting and educational.
A Prerforated Seat actually is a perforated seat. I am guessing that you might want to have a rain cover for a perforated seat..
The seat, like any other well constructed seat has a layer of thin plastic layer just below the cover to aid in sliding the cover on and also keeping water from gettong on your foam. So , yes the seat material is perforated to help reduce heat you still have a thin layer to protect the foam
@@sikbaggers yes but all of those perforations will hold a lot of water it the bike sits in the rain. Such as if you stop to eat ect.
Both my street bikes have solid Vinyl seat covers but I have an air hawk air pad on one bike and that has a mesh cloth cover that soaks up a lot of rain. I have to take it off or put a plastic bag over it if I park it in the weather.
@@sikbaggers Yup I have this seat and it is perforated which is good at keeping butt cool but you will need a rain cover for the seat when it rains or when you wash your bike and don't remove the seat. The seat will get your butt wet even when the rain stops. The foam might be protected but it still holds some water in between the leather and plastic liner.
I have the 2-up of this seat. If you like Saddlemen seats, you'll love this seat. But, it's not for me. It's just not comfortable enough for me. The seat sets you down and back about 1.75 inches. It looks great on the bike too.
If anyone is interested, mine is for sale. Just message me. It's in perfect condition. No scrapes, scuffs or tares.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Ciro ASR seat on your bike. It's important to find a seat that not only looks great but also provides the comfort you need during your rides. Personal preferences can vary when it comes to motorcycle seats, and what works for one rider may not work for another. The fact that the Ciro ASR seat sets you down and back about 1.75 inches can have an impact on the overall riding experience and comfort level. The positioning and shape of the seat can greatly influence how it feels during long rides or extended periods of sitting. Ultimately, finding the perfect seat for your individual comfort requirements may involve some trial and error. Keep experimenting until you discover the seat that provides the ideal combination of aesthetics and comfort for your riding style.
Great video! Thanks! I just bought a SG ST and looking at another seat for a passenger.
Thank you for checking it out. Love the seat so far!
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Steve, it seems like they did that just to Jack up the price on the seat!!!
Most baggers are equipped with two up seating with the exception of sport bikes.
They should offer a seat with the two up complete and sell the back rest separately and offer the one up seat for those who don’t want the two up seating(you know, like Mustang, Saddleman, and other seat manufacturers do)!!!
I wanted one of these ASR seats, but I’m not buying a $500+ front seat and a $400+ rear seat to maintain the two up seating look that my 2016 Electra Glide Ultra has!!!
Why spend $1,000-$1,200 on a seat set when I could say buy the road couch from Saddleman and have that for around $700???
Ultimately, the choice of a seat comes down to personal preference and what best suits your riding style and needs. If the road couch from Saddleman meets your requirements and offers the comfort you seek at a more affordable price, it could be a viable option for you. It's always a good idea to research different brands and read reviews to ensure that the seat you choose provides the desired level of comfort and quality. Remember, finding the perfect seat is an investment in your riding experience, so take your time and make a decision that aligns with your budget and preferences.
Yes I am getting ready to order Say I need highway pegs for a 2023 Tri Glide other then Harley ones that Have good chrome and will fit right
I use ciros highway pegs on my SG...they mount under the floorboards instead of scratching up your engine guard and wont slip like those either. Love them! Here is my video ua-cam.com/video/PQap60OLJFI/v-deo.html and here is the product shrsl.com/1tnoc and shrsl.com/1tnof
Hey Steve - thank you for the video! The only question I have is how does the rear part of the seat being attached to the fender? Are the heads of these special bolts go into the saddle?
yes...the front of the rear seat clips into those bolts on the rear of the front seat. There is a slot on the nuts for those guides on the seat.
@@sikbaggers Got it - thank you very much!
TY Steve
Youre very welcome!
Looks great
Thank you kenneth!
US$599.99!? That's some serious ass pampering...only +500.00 more for the pillion seat and the backrest. Think I'll stay stock.
Ultimately, whether it's worth the investment or not depends on your personal preferences and priorities. If you're content with the stock setup and don't feel the need for the extra pampering, it's absolutely reasonable to stick with what you have. After all, enjoying the ride and feeling comfortable should be the most important factors when it comes to choosing accessories for your motorcycle.
The bad thing is....they don't have seat for shorter leg riders. This seat is for only taller riders.
it does sit you back a little farther but it also sits you down some too and with the narrower sides it brings your legs in closer to the bike allowing your legs to move down even farther so it's not completely true that because a seat sits you back farther that it is for tall people. You may just need to adjust your handlebars and that's it, you'll be set! ...im short-legged and i have no problem reaching the ground with it. Thanks for checking it out though...much appreciated.
Thank you for the video nicely done😊 i’m looking for a single seat for my 2022 roadglide ST.I was fortunate enough to have a local dealership carry the settlemen step seat my first impressions were not for me the sides cut into my thighs too narrow I wish I could try the Cairo seat
Thank you for checking it out...Yeah I dont know that any of the dealerships will have it for testing..but they do have them to sit on at the rallies if you look for the Ciro Rig.
Is this meant for taller riders? Seems like it sets back further
it does set back a little ...im 6 foot but short legged and im fine on it
Very good video
thank you!
Im still on the fence on mine got over 1000 on it
unfortunately, I can relate but with other seats...not every seat will be perfect after the break in period...some seats just arent made for some people.
I wish this was also made for an Indian Challenger…
yeah sorry...as far as I know they have no plans for the indians on this seat. you may reach out to ciro though and ask
I am happy with C&C Motorcycle Seats. Ciro ASR seat, backrest, and pillions are not returnable. Ciro does not process exchanges, yet they say "Ciro strives to manufacture the highest quality parts possible and stand behind everything we do." I am curious. Where is the Ciro seat made?
Its made by Saddleman
how is this seat for people of a ....shorter persuasion? i'm 5'6" and I end up on my tip toes with seats because the sides are so wide.
The sides are narrower, but that seat is an extended seat. You would probably need to look at the saddleman dominator seat, which is what this seat is. You can get them in regular or extended also at a price that is more wallet friendly .
great seat but i have the Advanblack extended tank sad it wont work for me
yes it wont work with the tank covers unfortunately.
Looking for the link for the touring tool kit.
better off making your own...those pre made tool kits are way overpriced and don't include hardly anything you need. Check out my took kit video here ua-cam.com/video/_XSi-JKebMo/v-deo.html
I made the purchase and referenced Steve @ SIK Baggers
Thank you james! Much appreciated sir
Great video Steve! I actually have installed my back seat nut by using a long zip tie and it works great!! Also, do you know who actually manufactures the ASR seat? The Bad Boys and ASR design looks very close?
Its made by Saddlemen ...and yes Ive done that too with the zip ties but I was out of the long ones lol Actually works better than a string but thats all I had so we got er done with that.
@@sikbaggers Hey Steve, thanks for the response!! Appreciate it!!!
Sorry, but I bought this seat and it is way too narrow for me (nor was it comfortable for any of my crew that I ride with). I did not have a chance to "test-sit" before buying and this was a learning experience for me. Couple that with Ciro 3D's no return policy on this seat I am stuck with a seat that I cannot use and out the money I spent on it.
Hey no need to be sorry to me ...not all seats are for everyone thats for sure. Same as handlebar heights and floorboard placement...any point of contact on your bike has to be comfortable for you.
@@sikbaggers really, really appreciate your reply and I completely agree, everything is different for most everyone. I subscribe to your channel and thoroughly enjoy your posts and wrench training! I think what was the most frustrating about the ASR seat was the inability to return the seat to Ciro3d, all I did was put it on the bike, sit on it and thought, "nope" too narrow and took it off. But hey, I knew their rules, rolled the dice and lost on this one. And that's shame on me.
Is it built with the same materials as the Saddleman Dominator?
its made by saddleman for ciro
@@sikbaggers does it have the same gel in it? I’m really thinking about about buying one and thank you for your time. Love your channel.
Yeah right....
yeah right what? Use your words bru
Do they make that seat for a 2008 Road King classic?
no im sorry they do not
Can you compare this seat to anything else out there on the market?
Sure. I can compare them to the seats that I have actually had. The raptpr or Cobra from advanblack - The Raptor and cobra are based off of the OEM seat pan with added gel inserts and also a 2 up seats..this one sits you down and back slightly with a more narrow front. The CVO 2 piece seat...looks amazing...too thin and hurts my tailbone after about an hour. No gel. Harley Davidson Hammock...huge, bulky, looks like a grandpa seat...pretty comfortable at first but sink in after about an hour.
That is one very nice seat of that there is no doubt. I'd bet that my gal would be very happy with it... Unfortunately for $1300.00 (with Tax and no shipping) it's WAY above my pay grade...
Thank you so much for watching my video and appreciating the seat! I completely understand your concern about the price. Items like this can often be quite expensive, and it's important to prioritize within our budgets. While it may not be feasible for you at the moment, there are always other options available that suit different price ranges. I appreciate your support, and I hope you continue to enjoy my content.
Steve , does this seat fit good with the Advanblack tank cover?
No it does not..too narrow in the front end horn part of the seat
Hey steve how is the passenger seat on comfort for a little bit more of a bigger butt girl passenger lol? The passenger seat looks like its bout as wide as the operators seat.
Its probably one of the best rear passenger seats I have seen that wasn't to bulky and very comfortable.
Hey Steve, I recently traded in our 2013 flhtc for a 2918 flhtk, I have the Saddlemen touring seat step up for my wife. But she finds it uncomfortable, I like the idea of the extra airflow and design of the seat, How does your wife like riding on that seat if you don't mind me asking? Fort Erie Ontario Canada, Love the light fillers and smoked signal lights I recently purchased, thanks for the info on that!
Hey man..im sorry I missed this comment...still playing catch up from sturgis...but she really likes the seat....no complaints from here on that. I feel like im getting it more and more broke in on every ride for me. Its a bit stiff at first but most new seats are. Just need time to break them in.
Looks like a great setup, it is just a pisser they make you buy their driver backrest. I already have the harley adj. backrest package and I am assuming from your talk you have to buy their backrest. Is there anyway to remove their backrest parts so you could still use the harley backrest that you already own?? Thx Steve
unfortunately not...the opening in the seat goes into a closed area that has their holder.
Do they have anything for the Road Glide 3 trike
no..this is the only, seat they have
I hope they will make more seats for other bikes
Steve, how does this compare to the advanblack seat? I have that seat and it really does not look good at the front with the stretched tank covers. I do like the setup for the driver backrest compared to the harley one I have now, that I never bother to use lol
Well the advan seat is based off of the stock seat pan and this one is more narrow up front and sits a tad farther back and down...which a lot of people say is great for long legged people but trust me Im not long legged and I can reach the ground just fine. Its 2 very different seats for sure.
when does the rocking chair version come out for touring models, or is that just avaliable for the big jazzy?
whatever you do don't use Atomicautoworks for nothing.
Not sure I have ever heard of atuomaticworks...whats up with that company? always like to find out why someone would say something negative ...did you have a bad experience with them?
@sikbaggers long story short they are at the very least liers. i sent them my mustang seat( in two shipments ) because they said they didnt need anything but the cover,material i wanted. so i sent that first 5 days later i called them back to see if it was being worked on ,they told me 7 day turnaroud an a couple hundred dollars. but now claimed they needed the seat as well to do the work. so shipping was now going to be 200$. but what could i do i sent the seat and never heard back from them again
i had to contact police, feds ect... 4 months latter i got my seat back still all torn apart.I just got it back together my own self.
after contacting the bbb this is their mo. all together they cost me about 500$ and had me tear my seat apart which i would have never gotten back if i didnt go after them with a vengeance. tell everybody you know to steer clear of them. my seat was brand new i just wanted it in a different color.
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Thank you for checking it out!
How does this seat compare to the Advanblack Raptor and Cobra seats?
Very different styles of seating . The Raptor and cobra are based off of the OEM seat pan with added gel inserts and also a 2 up seats..this one sits you down and back slightly with a more narrow front.
Unfortunately this seat wheres out pretty quickly. Loved mine for quite a while. Now lil over 3k miles...sore ass and hips after only say 100 miles or so. Also, wife NEVER could ride longer than 50-75 miles without becoming uncomfortable.
aah man that sucks .....I keep switching my seats out so I only have about 1k miles on it but havent had much issues other than needing to break it in.
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Thank you sir!
Is the back seat wider then the factory steet glide seat
not sure its wider but it is flatter ...maybe a tad wider.
My wife has a big ass lol so I need a good seat. I hear about it all the time when I have the stock seat on. But I like the option of having the solo seat!. Thanks I'll look into it!
Will this seat work on a HD Freewheeler
unfortunately no...the touring seat is not the same as the Trike seat.
Do they offer a matching passenger backrest for my quick detach mount?
no they do not..im sorry to say.
It is the same as a saddleman dominator and they sell a sissy bar pad
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Thank you for checking out the video!
It is irritating because I don’t like one old enough for my motorcycle
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Thank you for checking it out!
600 dollars for a seat filled with gel that gets hot and hard no thanks
ok
The passenger is the Pillion .. Thus you would say the Pillion seat or you would say the Pilion Seat.. You would not say the Passenger Passenger seat ..
not quite sure what your referring to..the passenger pillion as I stated or passenger pilion seat..not everyone knows what a Pillion is
yes but you called it the Pillion Passenger seat which basically is double redundant. Yes in the USA many don't know what a Pillion is. It is a Pillion Seat not a Pillion Passenger Seat .. as you used two words for one description it just sounds strange to say two words with the same definition.
I guess you called it the Pillion Passenger seat because you thought so many would not know what a Pillion Seat is .
A pillion is a secondary pad, cushion, or seat behind the main seat or saddle on a horse, motorcycle, bicycle or moped. [1] [2] [3] A passenger in this seat is said to "ride pillion".
Copy cat bad boyz cyclez seat !!!
I never even heard of Bad Boyz Cyclez but I took a look at their website and weirdly I didn't see a single seat that even came close to this seat. The Venom or Scorpion?? Holy hell those 2 seats are spot-on direct copies of the Harley Davidson CVO Seat with different covers on them. This ASR seat is made by Saddleman for Ciro and Saddleman has one very similar in their own line called the Dominator.
Great job!
Thank you for checking it out!
This is $1k purchase 🫣😵💫 Looks great though.
yeah a little steep but most 2 piece seats that are of any quality are like that
It’s something out there that keeps people from stealing seats!!! lol mines holds 6 rounds
Yeah, if you happen to be there when they’re stealing it, but that is the flaw in your solution. Scumbags work when your not watching.
@@ad1011000 Come on man
Ive seats get stolen at "blessing of the bikes" of all places...seen them at rallies..come back to the bike and the thief's POS seat is laying on the ground next to the bike and the bikes seat is gone...if someone wants your seat...they will get it.
@@sikbaggers wow
@@sikbaggers That was nice of the scumbag to leave a seat.
It seems for a high mile touring seat, the passenger pillion is pretty small. My wife rides with me as well. How is the passenger seat for comfort?
It is for sure not a raod sofa style seat...so far so good but I dont have as many miles on it as I would like so i wouldnt be much help there yet. Still breaking it in but no real complaints on it yet
I see plenty of cost complaints and it’s understandable. If I pay $30k or more for a cruiser and I actually plan on laying down miles the seat that fits me, reduces fatigue and keeps me on the road is priceless. Cost tolerance comes down to how it fits me not how it fits everyone else. So being able to sit on one prior to buying is key. Great review!
Thanks for checking it out Bama! And yes you are correct...not every seat is for everyone..nor is every seat for every budget. I just like to show whats out there on the market so people can make informed choices.
That seat looks just like the Saddlemen extended reach seat I have. I've always thought the ASR was a Saddlemen copyright infringement.
I believe this one is made by saddleman, They do make seats for other companies.
I wanted one for a while but they were out of stock for couple years
they do sell out pretty quick!
859.98 with backrest🙄
Ultimately, whether it's worth the investment or not depends on your personal preferences and priorities. If you're content with the seat you have it's absolutely reasonable to stick with it. After all, enjoying the ride and feeling comfortable should be the most important factors when it comes to choosing accessories for your motorcycle.
Those look like they are made by saddlemen
they are
I'm 6'3" and weigh in the 300 range. I see the width of the seat is 12 inches, and the stock seat on my Road Glide Special is approximately 15 inches. I really like the look and the price for all three is definitely in my price range, I just don't know how I would fit on it. I would like to sit on one prior to the purchase.
its defentily better to sit on one beofre purchasing it if you can. Ciro sets up shop at almost all fo the major rallys so if you ever get a chance to go to one they always have one there on a bike so you cna sit on it.
A large zip tie works a little easier to put that mount in. Or i should say just as easy.
I think Adam Sandoval is riding something similar… is that the seat? So, at 6’3” tall with a 33 inseam this will put the rider back 2” and allow for a longer reach?
yes ASR is Adam Sandoval Rides. and you are correct it does sit you back farther than OEM
Nice informative video as usual, but not my style for a solo seat to much bulk
Yes sir..everyone has their own style for sure. Thank you for checking the video out!
Zip ties work super good too.
yes they do...unfortunately i didnt have one long enough...a trip to the hardware store is in order.
Great video as always Steve. I purchased this seat last year and love it! However, I think you should have mentioned that if you are running the Advanblack stretched tank cover that there will be a very substantial gap between the seat and cover. I can actually see my tank. That is the only problem I have with running it with my setup.
Yes the advanbalck tank covers are designed for the OEM seat pan.
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thank you for checking out the video!