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!

Harley-Davidson Sportster Motorcycle Seats

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Haifley Seats King And Queen Seat - Black Diamond - 2004-2021 (Excl. 2007-09) Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$465.00

Sully's Customs Camel Back Seat - Horizontal Pleated - 1982-2003 Harley Sportsters
26 reviews $229.99

Sully's Customs Skinny Style Seat - Black Diamond - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
2 reviews $214.99

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-Up Seat - Black H-Pleat - 2004-2021 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
6 reviews $244.95

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-Up Seat - Black Diamond - 2004-2021 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
5 reviews $244.95

Haifley Seats King And Queen Seat - Black Pleated - 2004-2021 (Excl. 2007-09) Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$465.00

Sully's Customs Camel Back Seat - Diamond Pattern - 1982-2003 Harley Sportsters
13 reviews $229.99

Sully's Customs Skinny Style Seat - Black Vertical Pleat - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
4 reviews $214.99

Haifley Seats Cobra Seat - Black Pleated - 2004-2021 (Excl. 2007-09) Harley-Davidson Sportsters
1 review $350.00

Sully's Customs Skinny Style Seat - Black Horizontal Pleat - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
2 reviews $214.99

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-Up Seat - Black Arched Pleat - 2004-2021 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
5 reviews $244.95

LePera Cherokee Seat - Pleated - 2004-2023 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
1 review $548.00

Sully's Customs Sporty Solo - Black Horizontal Pleated - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
21 reviews $159.99

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-up - Black Diamond - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
31 reviews $209.99

Haifley Seats King And Queen Seat Pan - 2004-2021 (Excl. 2007-09) Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$175.00

Sully's Customs Sporty Solo - Black Diamond - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
43 reviews $159.99

Drag Specialties Solo Seat - Diamond - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$311.95

Drag Specialties Scorpion Solo Seat - Rigid Frame
$292.95

Sully's Customs Camel Back Seat - Block Pleat - 1982-2003 Harley Sportsters
$229.99

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-up - Black Arched Pleats - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
20 reviews $209.99

Haifley Seats Cobra Seat Pan - 2004-2021 (Excl. 2007-09) Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$175.00

Lowbrow Customs Black Steel Solo Seat Hinge / Pivot Bracket - Harley Ironhead Sportster 1957-1978
11 reviews $30.02

Cycle Standard 1/4-20 inch Fender Seat Mount Nut Kit - Zinc Plated
2 reviews $12.23

Saddlemen 1/4 inch -20 Seat Mount Knob - Black
6 reviews $8.00

Cycle Standard Chrome Solo Seat Spring Support Bracket Harley Ironhead Sportsters 1957-78
15 reviews $29.94

Colony #3201-4 Seat Post Spring Set 1952 - 1970 Harley-Davidson Sportster K KH XL — Colony #3201-4 Seat Post Spring Set 1952-1970 Harley-Davidson Sportster K/KH/XL - Chrome Plated
2 reviews $54.99

Colony #3230-2 Seat Post Bushing Sleeve Kit 1952 - 1970 Harley-Davidson K KH XL XLH XLCH — Colony #3230-2 Seat Post Bushing Sleeve Kit 1952-1970 Harley-Davidson K/KH/XL/XLH/XLCH
$48.40

Colony #3227-4 Seat Post Roller Shaft Kit 1952-1970 Harley-Davidson K/KH/XL/XLH/XLCH
1 review $46.75

Colony #3235-6 Seat Bar Bolt Spacer Kit 1952-1970 Harley-Davidson K/KH/XL/XLH/XLCH
$46.09

Colony #3200-5 Seat Post Retaining Plate Kit 1952-66 Harley Davidson K XL — Colony #3200-5 Seat Post Retaining Plate Kit 1952-1966 Harley-Davidson K/XL - Parkerized
1 review $37.95

Colony #3234-2 Seat Post Kit 1952-1970 Harley-Davidson K/KH/XL/XLH/XLCH
$37.40

Colony #3793-3 Front Seat Mounting Bracket Pin & Lock 1954-1978 Harley-Davidson XL/XLCH
$12.10

Haifley Seats Cobra Seat - Black Diamond - 2004-2021 (Excl. 2007-09) Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$350.00

Colony #3256-8 Saddle Bar To Seat Mount Kit 1952-1970 Harley-Davidson K/KH/XL/XLH/XLCH - CAD Plated
$13.74

Colony #3226-4 Seat Post Bushing Set 1952-1970 Harley-Davidson K/KH/XL/XLH/XLCH
$22.00

Til Death Cycles TDC Oversize Seat Mount Nut Kit
$25.82

LePera King Cobra Seat - Smooth - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$433.00

LePera Kickflip Seat - Diamond - 2010-2023 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$548.00

LePera Sprocket Solo Seat - Smooth - 2004-2023 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$364.00

LePera Sprocket Solo Seat - Diamond - 2004-2023 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$410.00

LePera Cobra Full-Length Seat - Diamond - 2004-2023 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$479.00

LePera Cherokee Seat - Smooth - 2004-2023 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$479.00

LePera Cherokee Seat - Diamond - 2004-2023 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$548.00

Cycle Standard Chrome Rear Seat Mounting Bracket
$29.30

Lowbrow Customs Stainless Steel Solo Seat Hinge / Pivot Bracket - Harley Ironhead Sportster 1957-1978
5 reviews $42.03

Sully's Customs Sporty 2-up - Black Horizontal Pleated - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
48 reviews $209.99

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