What is the difference between a pillion pad and a passenger seat?

The difference between a pillion pad and a passenger seat is comfort for the passenger. A pillion pad is a vintage-style motorcycle accessory and is simply a leather-upholstered pad located on the rear fender. This allows a passenger to sit with more comfort than if they were to sit on the fender itself. On some choppers the pillion pad (also known as a p-pad) is positioned to support the rider, should the rider slip back a bit on a sprung solo seat, for instance. A true passenger seat is full seat meant for regular use, and is similar in style and materials to the main seat. Typically it is part of a two-up motorcycle seat, that is, one seat that is designed and built for both the rider and a passenger.

How do you mount a sprung solo seat on a motorcycle?

In most cases mounting a sprung solo seat on a motorcycle requires a bit of welding and fabrication work. The parts needed include the solo seat itself, a solo seat pivot, seat springs and seat spring mounts. There are also some bolt-on seat pivots and seat spring mounts available which allow for a weld-free installation. To understand the parts needed and the installation process, watch the Solo Seat Install How-To video.

What length seat springs do I need for my solo seat?

The length springs needed depends on several things, including the frame dimensions, type of solo seat, and style of seat spring mounts being used. Ideally the seat is mocked up and a measurement can be taken to determine what length seat springs are needed. You do not want to slide back while riding, so the solo seat should be mounted so that it is parallel to the ground. Most solo seats have a bit of a kick up in the rear to help cradle the rider and keep them from sliding back. All of the solo seat springs we carry are heavy duty and up for the task at hand!

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Sully's Customs Camel Back Seat - Diamond Pattern - for 1982 - 2003 Harley Sportsters
4 reviews $219.99

Sully's Customs Camel Back Seat - Horizontal Pleated - for 1982 - 2003 Harley Sportsters
6 reviews $219.99

Sully's Customs Traditional King and Queen Seat - Black Diamond - for 1982 - 2003 Sportsters
9 reviews $389.99

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-up - Horizontal Pleated - for '82 - '03 Sportsters
33 reviews $199.99

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-up - Diamond - for '82 - '03 Sportsters
28 reviews $199.99

Sully's Customs Sporty Solo - Horizontal Pleated - for '82 - '03 Sportsters
17 reviews $149.99

Sully's Customs Sporty Solo - Diamond - for '82 - '03 Sportsters
35 reviews $149.99

Sully's Customs Diamond Pattern Solo Seat - White
5 reviews $114.99

Sully's Customs Traditional King and Queen Seat - Black H-Pleat - for 1982 - 2003 Sportsters
14 reviews $389.99

Sully's Customs Vertical Pleated Solo Seat - Black
4 reviews $114.99

Sully's Customs Signature Seat - Pleated - for 1982 - 2003 Harley Sportsters
9 reviews $204.99

Sully's Customs Signature Seat - Diamond / Smooth - for 1982 - 2003 Harley Sportsters
3 reviews $204.99

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-up - Arched Pleats - for '82 - '03 Sportsters
20 reviews $199.99

Sully's Customs Traditional Solo Seat - Black
19 reviews $74.99

Sully's Customs Horizontal Pleated Solo Seat - Black
3 reviews $114.99

Sully's Customs Diamond Pattern Solo Seat - Black
5 reviews $114.99

Sully's Customs Traditional Solo Seat - White
3 reviews $74.99

Sully's Customs Signature Seat - Diamond / Arched Pleats - for 1982 - 2003 Harley Sportsters
2 reviews $204.99

Sully's Customs Diamond Pattern Solo Seat - Brown
4 reviews $114.99

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