ST1300 PA seat conversion

[Jambriwal]

Bought a used Corbin from another member. Did the Corbin mod today. Only had to cut the front bracket the Camels hump attached to. Bought the parts from local Honda dlr for $42 & change. Cheated on the release lever and only lifted the white plastic to install. Difficulty 3 out of 10. The red piping does not match but the price was right. Also had to shim the catch on the Corbin. Now i can throw a go bag on the back for traveling.

 

[Ryan_B]

The pictures didn't work for me, but I bet it looks good! Is it easier to swing your leg over? I was amazed how much smaller the bike felt when getting on.

-Ryan

 

[Ryan_B]

Here is my dry bag that I will use for trips. I think it was a little over $100 at Revzilla. I had some rewards built up from my previous purchases.

-Ryan

 

[Jambriwal]

Trying to repost pics. Yes easier to mount. Would have liked to cut/ hinge Camels hump for storage, maybe over the winter. Can still fit compressor and tire plugs under seat. Bonus.

 

[Jambriwal]

Now that the seat conversion is done, what a versatile design. One lever to remove seat, locking and removable saddle bags, front storage compartments, adjustable windsheild. It just gets better everyday as I get used to this motorcycle. Compressor and tire plugs under tail and finally figured out where the prop rod goes. Also made a dummy key for all locks except ignition. See pic.

 

[Ryan_B]

I know! The seat release latch made a huge difference for me too. I also love that the PA allows you to leave the saddle bags unlocked if wanted. I actually keep my air compressor, jump battery, fuel can and spare clothes in my left pannier and leave it locked. My right normally holds my helmet or work bag, I just swap them out once I get to work. I do like that the standard frame rail has helmet D hook attachments in case you ever need to lock a helmet on to your bike if both bags are full.

Yesterday I ordered my prop rod and every tool that I should need in a pinch. I was looking for a stock tool kit, but generally I swap them out on my cars for little better tools anyway. I actually have a little bit of storage under my seats (Sargent) so I can utilize one of those for my electrical tool kit as well.

It sure is fun getting it set up just the way you want it!

-Ryan

 

[Jambriwal]

Ryan do you have the full Heli bar setup. Also your windsheild looks tinted?

 

[Ryan_B]

Yes, I got the Horizon ST Multi Axis. They have three different points of adjustment that allow you get it right where you want it. Kind of a pain to install, but I do like the finished product.

The windshield is stock, nothing done. Must have been the angle that the sun was for the picture.

-Ryan

 

[Jambriwal]

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Yes, I got the Horizon ST Multi Axis. They have three different points of adjustment that allow you get it right where you want it. Kind of a pain to install, but I do like the finished product.

The windshield is stock, nothing done. Must have been the angle that the sun was for the picture.

-Ryan

Thanks for reply. Considered bars when i first purchased the ST. Now that the Corbin is installed the reach is a little farther. Also thinking about 3.2 horizon along with the Police riser. I think its been done. Windsheild looks good. Probably would go with a light tint if it gets replaced.

 

[Willsmotorcycle]

@Jambriwal you've motivated me, and the parts came in yesterday. Let the surgery begin.

 

[Willsmotorcycle]

And that’s that.

 

[Ryan_B]

Wow, that was fast! Looks good, the Corbin seats are nice.

Do you have two ST1300s? I am looking at the one in the background. ;-)

-Ryan

 

[Willsmotorcycle]

I like the Corbin a lot, and it’s going to look good with the blue, if it wasn’t the close I would use it. Riding to long to not be able to move around. There are 3 and the wife’s bikes are behind me.

 

[Ryan_B]

I like the Corbin a lot, and it’s going to look good with the blue, if it wasn’t the close I would use it. Riding to long to not be able to move around. There are 3 and the wife’s bikes are behind me.

I just showed this picture to my wife and told her how amazing it was. She said don't get any ideas. lol

 

[Jambriwal]

And that’s that.

Nice one day service. If i had the Radio box you have i would have stayed solo. Considered cutting and hinging mine. Maybe over the winter.

 

[Willsmotorcycle]

Nice one day service. If i had the Radio box you have i would have stayed solo. Considered cutting and hinging mine. Maybe over the winter.

Your just in NY. I don’t need the box anymore, I’m sure we can work something out.

 

[Jambriwal]

Your just in NY. I don’t need the box anymore, I’m sure we can work something out.

I have relatives in Edison NJ have not been there in a while Hmmm?

 

[RMSHOU]

I need help with this project, purchased a 1300PA and need the seat latches to hold the drivers seat in place. I have it for the rear seat. Any help would be great.

 

[Willsmotorcycle]

The front seat uses gravity on the civilian version, a bolt on the "PA". Can you post a couple of pictures?