Low Rider Seats vs Touring Seats : Which One’s Right for You?

Low Rider Seats vs Touring Seats : Which one's right for you ?

 

Choosing the right motorcycle seat can completely transform your riding experience. Whether you’re a city rider, a long-distance traveler, or someone who enjoys customizing your bike, the seat you choose affects comfort, control, and style.

At Sahara Seats, we specialize in handcrafted, custom seats designed to fit your unique height, weight, and preferences.

In this post, we’ll compare Touring Seats and Low Rider Seats to help you make an informed choice.

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What is a Low Rider Seat?

  • Low Rider Seats focus more on style and control than long-distance comfort.

  • They feature a lower seat height and a narrower seat plate, giving riders — especially shorter ones — better reach to the ground and enhanced maneuverability in city traffic.

  • The height reduction varies from bike to bike, as we carefully balance it with comfort. At Sahara Seats, we customize each seat based on the rider’s height and weight, so no two seats are exactly the same.

 

While low rider seats offer less cushioning than touring seats, their design is ideal for city rides and riders who prefer a sporty, sleek stance.

Note : Not all bikes can accommodate a low rider seat, especially those with minimal stock cushioning.

 

What is a Touring Seat?

  • Touring seats are designed with enhanced cushioning and ergonomic contours to provide maximum comfort, especially on long rides.

  • They feature a wider base and extra padding that supports your back and hips, making them ideal for highway cruising and extended journeys.

  • Unlike low rider seats, touring seats also perform well in city traffic, offering comfortable support for daily rides.

  • They are versatile, making them perfect for riders who want both comfort and durability in a single seat.

Feature

Touring Seat

Low Rider Seat

Comfort

Maximum cushioning, suitable for long rides

Moderate cushioning, less on comfort. more suited for city rides

Seat Height

Standard or slightly raised

Lower seat height, varies by bike

Seat Width

Wider base for support

Narrower seat plate for better control

Design

Plush, ergonomic

Sleek, sporty

Best For

Long-distance touring and city rides

City riding, short riders, sportier stance

 

Which One Should You Choose?

Choose a Low Rider Seat if you prefer a sporty, stylish look, ride mainly in urban areas, need better control as a shorter rider, and are willing to accept moderate comfort

Choose a Touring Seat if you prioritize comfort, go on long rides, or want a seat that performs well in both city and highway conditions.

Why Choose Sahara Seats

At Sahara Seats, every seat is handcrafted and customized to your specifications. We ensure perfect fit, comfort, and style, no matter which seat type you choose. From personalized patterns and colors to adjusting seat height and width based on your height and weight, we make sure your ride is unique and comfortable.

 

Frequently Asked Question's

How much can the seat height be reduced in a Low Rider seat?

The height reduction varies from bike to bike, depending on the model design and the cushioning level of the stock seat.

Low Rider seats are built to reduce height by adjusting cushioning, so they’re naturally firmer and less cushioned than Touring seats.

Most of our seats use a narrower seat plate and reduce the height of the high-density foam to lower the seat. Each design is customized for the rider’s height, weight, and comfort preference.

Yes! Most of our seats are plug-and-play, so riders often keep both — a Touring Seat for long rides and a Low Rider Seat for city cruising.

Not all bikes can accommodate a Low Rider setup. It depends on factors like the original seat structure, stock cushioning, and mounting design.

The height reduction in a Low Rider seat involves reducing both the seat base width and the cushioning. Because of these adjustments, the final seat height cannot be precisely pre-calculated.

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