Speedmaster Neno Pillion Seat

After initial idea of a decent “temporary” pillion upgrade, we are making some progress.


Post from @brown mouse pillion project https://www.thetriumphforum.com/threads/something-for-growler-part-one.22302/page-2#post-397632

 

Got some drawings and measurements done, then COVID put halt on project.





Ordered new clip for original seat, as that one was needed for the comfy replacement seat

 

Finally work resumed after the clip arrived and I sourced some 3mm stainless plate.



final measure up and test “sit” for comfort



loop will be attached to run the grab rail through for extra strength and safety.
Awaiting final welding before deciding on whether to polish

 

Ok, we have some progress. Final measure before completion for Mrs Dartplayer Xmas stocking.

 

Tacked and fitted, ready for holiday trial riding. The rake on the backrest will need to come forward and have a gusset added for strength, but I am happy with the fit

 

Finally, after modifying the position on holiday, a tack weld broke on the way home and I lost the pillion. Managed to get a cheapy replacement on fleaBay
I put it back in the shop for full welding and adjusting for backrest position.
I finally got to fit it today.

 

Weather is shite for 3 days and we have just gone into level 3 lockdown for the same period (for now), so will be a while to do the final test ride
Mrs Dartplayer is happy with the look and new angle

 

Takes less than 10mins to fit and I have trialed with my luggage for 1200km, so took Mrs Dartplayer for the final comfort test and got sign off There is room to relax back once she is more accomplished as a pillion, but is now open to coming on minor outings on the bike

 

im thinking of doing something similar??... Well at least to get the Mrs on the back.. What did that end up costing?..if you dont mind me asking..lol

 

I also have the original riders seat and the crap pillion seat.. I really think Triumph should reimburse people for that crap pillion.. after advertising it as a "more practical pillion seat".. utter bollocks..lol

 

It was mate’s rate’s @tunza. 1/3 sheet of stainless and some 12mm rod, plus welding. I took him fishing and gave $300 dollars for time/materials I designed the seat and it took 3 fittings and rework to make comfortable and practical to sit on.

 

If you ride pillion a lot, you may consider the Corbin tourer, with or without backrests
https://corbin.com/triumph/tsm18e.shtml

 

I believe Corbin also make a riders seat and pillion seperately...I think that may be more my style, then i can just have the riders seat without the ugly pillion on the back.. tends to spoil the profile imho..

 

Agree if you ride solo.
I purchased a Corbin single, which can have optional pillion

 

I kinda like the back rest, do you like it..is it useful? and it is obviously removable?

 

Ive heard that the Corbin seats are quite firm and take a while to "break in".. whats your thoughts on that?

 

I do like that distressed brown tho..

 

My wife is "less than thrilled" by the pillion seat and backrest. (I had a 2013 FJR with gel seats and top case with backrest before)

 

Really enjoy the lower back support, more than I expected. Also great when hitting potholes. The diamond patterned seat also holds you and reduces movement.
I find it very comfortable and can ride for 3 hours with ease. I also added the glovebox, which is handy. Yes, removable, so I can fit my custom pillion seat

 

More firm than hard. I think it is the big difference to having the soft gel on the comfort seat. It definitely improves while riding. I enjoyed the difference of the comfort seat, when new, but after 2 years they are not as good. Some guys on here have added extra dense foam and restapled, with good results