Saddlemen Road Sofa Heated Seat Installation

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In this video I will be detailing the steps involved for installing the heated Road Sofa seat with rider backrest from Saddlemen. This incredible seat looks amazing on my Indian Chieftain Dark Horse, but you can get this seat for almost any big touring bike on the market.
View this seat on www.Saddlemen.com
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@chrishunter5041 4 года назад

Is the passenger backrest heated? will you be doing a road vlog on how the seat comperes with the stock seat?

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

The backrest is not heated. But the passenger seat is. You have independent seat heating controls for rider and passenger. Will definitely be doing a road vlog comparing it to the stock seat. Saddlemen recommends breaking in the seat for 500 to 1000 miles. I am almost to that point. Did not want to do a review of the seat prematurely. I have a lot to say about it after 1000 miles though!

@falaugh 4 года назад

I enjoy the way you organize the tools and explanations. Very easy to follow. Appreciate the family friendly vocabulary.

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

As RU-vid caused yet more problems with the premiere, I have just made the video public. Sorry for anyone who was watching during the premiere and had the video cut out.

@candlstudios 3 года назад

So the seats are wired directly to the battery? Do they turn off after a certain amount of time? Seems like you'd drain your battery if you have to remember to turn them off when you make stop.

@worldtravelstar1148 4 года назад

Looks really good on the bike. Might want to tap into an ignition controlled line to keep it from coming on accidentally when the bike isn't on.

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

I plan on it. Already made a mistake and left it on and drained my battery!

@chetd516 2 года назад

My wife bought a heated extended LS road sofa . We love it . It's Shure lot better than the stock seat . I have a 2016 road glide special. We only have 35 miles on it.. My wife said it's lots better than the stock seat.. I think it's going to be a good seat . better than pushing your self back all the time..

@MOTOBLADE 2 года назад

35 miles and already enjoying it - that's great! Wait until you hit 500. Feels like it's made for you at that point. Enjoy it and ride safe! Merry Christmas!

@jimtomstimpson1477 4 года назад

Can't wait to hear your review of the seat.

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

That will be soon! Got some big surprises coming on the channel, but the seat review will be soon!

@Jarvis_aka_UgunnH8This 4 года назад

Just ordered a RS for my Challenger. Thanks for the info and keep up the great work!!

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! Definitely the best investment I have ever made for my motorcycle. Never been sore after a ride since I upgraded.

@heatheraldridge2047 6 месяцев назад

Loved the video!! Are you going to make a video of tapping into the ignition line?

@MOTOBLADE 4 месяца назад

I ended up tapping into the line a year ago and did not film. Very easy to do with some posi-tap connectors from your local auto parts store. Just find the ignition line, posi-tap in, and you’re good to go!

@Mr.Quizzable 4 года назад

Nice seat! Looks comfy.

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

It really is!

@youcanthide004 2 года назад

Perfect , Thanks Brother / Just Ordered for my Challenger Darkhorse!!!💪🏻

@MOTOBLADE 2 года назад

Awesome! and now for the waiting game :) I hope you like your new seat! I just did 5,000 miles round trip to Sturgis on mine and it just keeps getting better!

@brianjohnson3444 3 года назад

Thanks for the great review and good info!

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching!

@cablenuty 3 года назад

Is there a adapter to plug in. so i don't hook up to the battery directly . you made a mention of a update. I got mine on order. I enjoy your videos!

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

There is no adapter unfortunately. What I did a few months later was use posi-tap connectors to tap the power lines into the ignition protected circuit of the bike, rather than directly to the battery. That way, in case I forget to turn the seat heater off (which happened on more than one occasion), it will now turn off automatically when I turn the bike off.

@hari_mg999 3 года назад

is it possible in Suzuki Hayabusa

@G00B3R91 2 года назад

What is the size of the terminal rings used ????

@michaelroy925 2 месяца назад

That does Not look like fun. I've had an ultimate seat on my previous bike a 16 Victory XCT the heated seat had a single plug that plugged right into the bike plug, super easy. Not sure why Saddlemen can't simplify the wire hook ups? Beautiful seat though 😊

@MOTOBLADE 2 месяца назад

It certainly could be simpler, and since I made this video they may have updated it to a simple plug - it’s been a couple years. But even so, it’s not too difficult to do. Just a fun afternoon in the garage working on a motorcycle. Beats work 😀

@gregmartisius3195 2 года назад

Did Indian have a terminal under the seat for a heated seat connection. My wife’s 2015 Vintage has a stock seat w/o heat, but plugs are there for a heated seat connection.

@MOTOBLADE 2 года назад

Yes they do, however, the saddlemen seat doesn't have the matching plug, hence why I wired it directly into the bike. I went back later and used posi-tap connectors to tap into the wires of the Indian seat plug, putting the seat on an ignition protected circuit.

@humblewarriorus 4 года назад

Cant wait for the seat review after you have pounded some miles on that seat. Did it change your seat height or your reach to foot controls?

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

Raised my butt slightly higher. No problem with the foot controls or handlebars. 5'8" and 29" inseam for reference. Very comfortable.

@ezcompane Год назад

Can you share what sized ring terminals you're using in this video? I have my seat coming in the mail and I'm curious what I need to grab at the hardware store so I can be sure to have everytthing I need before it arrives.

@MOTOBLADE Год назад

Sorry, been a couple years since I made this, I don't remember at all now. I just had a pack of different sized ring terminals and found ones that fit.

@Joe-zu8ml 4 года назад

So, I have one of these coming, thank you so much for this video! I have a factory heated seat on my Chieftain, do you have amy idea if I can use the installed wiring harness rather than connecting directly to the battery?

@geraldwilliams3898 2 года назад

I would have placed quick disconnects, just a thought.

@MOTOBLADE 2 года назад

I thought about that also. After I was already done :)

@iennguyen1218 3 года назад

thanks for your review my friend. How can i buy the seat like you, please.

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Glad you liked it! Here's the link to buy the seat: www.saddlemen.com - Thanks for watching!

@godzpowr 3 года назад

Nice looking seat. How does it ride? Does your passenger love it? Better than stock?

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Superior to stock in every way. Passenger loves it so much. I hated the cost when I bought it. Now I think it was worth every penny. l review video on the seat coming soon.

@billdonohue2389 3 года назад

Why can’t we connect the seat heater to the factory plug that Indian uses for their seat heater?

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Good question! I contacted Indian about this, and the stock indian heated seat has a plug built in, but they will not sell you this plug. So, the only way to get it is to find an old seat and cut it off. What I did about 3 weeks ago (which unfortunately I forgot to film) was I took the positive and negative wires from the saddlemen and used positap adapters to wire them into the wiring circuit for the Indian plug. Thus, they are now on an ignition protected circuit (so I can't accidentally drain my battery if I leave the seat on).

@billdonohue2389 3 года назад

I have my old seat, I’m gonna do it.

@WattsyID 3 года назад

Was there not a 2 pin switched power plug already under the seat you could have tapped into?

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

There was, but I did not realize it at the time. A few months later I went back with some posi-tap connectors and tapped in directly to the 2 pin switched power plug so the seat is now on an ignition protected circuit.

@soundminion_gk 4 года назад

It’s been a couple months and you’ve had to log a bunch of miles this summer - what do you think? This seat it at the top of my short list for my new to me 2019 chieftain. After, adding heat and a driver’s backrest it’s easily the most expensive one on the list too. I’d be appreciative to hear your experience.

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Have a full review coming soon. Short answer: worth every penny. The backrest, the heat, everything. Changed my riding experience forever.

@JCStarkenberg 4 года назад

Three months on the Saddlemen. Are you going to review having it on the bike? I am at 1 year with roadmaster and time for a new seat. Thank you.

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

Yes! Review soon. Videos backlogged due to work/life. It has been a great seat!

@DarkHorseParatrooper 3 года назад

Midget *or leprechaun. I'm looking at one of these, but won't do it if I can't connect to the switch. It shouldn't have power constantly.

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Update for you: I have connected it to the switch. There is an indian seat plug in the battery area under the seat. I tapped directly into those wires. It only has power now when the bike is on. Just used a couple positap connectors. Very easy to do. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!

@DarkHorseParatrooper 3 года назад

@@MOTOBLADE yeah thanks!

@DarkHorseParatrooper 3 года назад

@@MOTOBLADE hey I assume you kept the black connected to the battery negative and you only hook the positive up to the connector switch?

@firemission81 3 года назад

I just installed this seat on my chieftain. Are the heaters supposed to stay on even when the bike is shut off? Or did I wire something wrong?

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

The seat has its own independent on/off switch. Because it is wired direct to the battery, it can be turned on independently of the bike.

@jerrylake4619 2 года назад

Did you get the standard reach

@MOTOBLADE 2 года назад

Yes sir, I did.

@brianpipenur2148 4 года назад

I bought the same seat, very firm. Did yours soften up much? Also, mine has a gap between the seat and the right side cover. Does yours?

@kevinlands 4 года назад

Great video! I’m short so I’m wondering if this seat adds height over stock??

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

It does. Not a lot. Maybe half an inch or just slightly more? I'm short as well, and I feel I'm a little higher on my toes at a stop. But if I slide forward on the seat I can get my feet down almost all the way. 5'8" with a 29" inseam for reference if that helps. Still absolutely worth it for the comfort.

@fernandozambrana9032 3 года назад

Thanks, save a lot of @%^%$## to finaly do it.

@Bollinghometeam 3 года назад

Is the backrest removable?

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Yes! Totally removable. Just slides in and out, yet completely secure when riding.

@johnshirbini5801 4 года назад

As much I like the seat, but I don't like the cable management. I wish they made it to be connected with the Indian harness like the Indian seat does. Other than that, it looks great.

@MOTOBLADE 4 года назад

I agree with you 100% the amount of cables they supply to power this thing is ridiculous. If they could just run it to the Indian harness connector it would be perfect!! I will say I couldn't be happier with the seat though. Incredibly comfortable. Best investment I have ever made for a motorcycle. Thanks for watching!

@TheMafisi 2 года назад

@@MOTOBLADE did you mount the relay switches or stuff them down inside with the rest of the wiring?

@twincam9082 3 года назад

I am looking into this seat for 2up. How does your passenger like it. Id be coming from a padded rogue seat. We rode that seat 3k miles to sturgis and back. She just wants something a bit wider

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Rear seat is wider, and my passenger loves it. She's put about 500 miles on it, and couldn't be happier. Coming from the original indian two-up seat she says it's incredible. She also likes the seat heat. I've hopped back there just to try it and it's even comfy for my fat ass 🤣 we both highly recommend it!

@twincam9082 3 года назад

@@MOTOBLADE what’s the most miles you have tackled 2 up in the day with it. Or trip?

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

@@twincam9082 9 hour day (9 hours of butt on seat). Only 400 miles though. Wasn't highway - lot of winding twisting mountain roads and parkways.

@twincam9082 3 года назад

@@MOTOBLADE nice. Still a lot of ass time. Just looking for feedback from more so a 500+ mile highway ride.

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

@@twincam9082 I'm planning on riding to sturgis this summer. Not that you should wait around for my review then :) but that will probably be the first chance I get to really put highway miles on it. I love so far out in the boonies it takes me an hour just to get to an interstate near me.

@cliffordransom8716 Год назад

Do you have the direct phone number for saddle man and where are they located? Thank you.

@brianpipenur2148 3 года назад

What size ring terminals did you use?

@Santi_Mancini 3 года назад

I'm planning to buy one for my HD CVO Street Glide, heated and with rider's backrest, but I'm not sure if it comes with the tourpak backrest or just with a cover you would need to put over the original one. Any idea?

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

You can order the tour pack backrest to match from saddlemen. It doesn't come with the seat, it is a separate order. If memory serves, it was about $300 for mine, or somewhere around that number.

@pastorjohnculbertson661 3 года назад

Is that seat heated and cooled?

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Just heated. I've heard there are companies that make cooling seats, but I have not looked into the options.

@pastorjohnculbertson661 3 года назад

@@MOTOBLADE Indian has one out and the reviews have all been quite good.

@bendickenson8254 3 года назад

well that settles it for me, no way am I getting the heated version. That wiring is way too janky for my liking.

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

Since this install. I ended up using posi-tap connectors to tap into the ignition protected circuit of the bike instead of direct to the battery. However, all that massive bundle of wiring still has to be there. I don't blame you. If I didn't live in the cold north woods of Vermont where I need the heat, I wouldn't bother with it. The seat itself (besides the heating wiring) is amazing however, and totally worth it however. Thanks for watching!

@osm27ob 4 года назад

Whatever your smuggling 😆

@JMJC84 2 года назад

LG L

@ridethepace6005 3 года назад

Be sure not to slice your seat as you open your box folks.

@Toooldforthisshite 3 года назад

Great video, very informative, I have a couple questions, if you could give me some input it would be much appreciated. They are: what is the width of the passenger’s portion of the seat pan? Does the nose of the seat sit closer/further/or the same distance to the gas tank? I have a aftermarket passenger backrest and it’s very close to either working (or not!) I would really hate purchasing the seat only to have to send it back. Thanking you in advance……..Glenn

@MOTOBLADE 3 года назад

I will have to measure the seat but I will get back to you

@Toooldforthisshite 3 года назад

@@MOTOBLADE much appreciated.