There is no doubt that when it comes to designing sexy visuals, Ducati is up to the task. Unfortunately, the awe inspiring looks don't usually equate to a comfortable ride. That's where Corbin comes in.
We've engineered a front saddle with a sleek, low profile and a dished shape for better weight distribution. Designed to provide the right blend of comfort and slick styling with high density Comfort Cell foam that supports your body. Corbin's basepan molds perfectly to the bodywork for a custom fit.
So why is there a hole in it? We've never been fond of having to fold back a seat to reach installation bolts. This removes part of the basepan which would allow the seat to flex (that's bad!) Instead, we built in a key lock system to this model that allows simple on & off with a twist of the wrist. Just install our latch bracket to your chassis in stock bolt locations and the saddle will lock into place easily. Includes all brackets and two keys. Notice key-lock placement is low and in a "negative" area where your body won't contact it.
Neutralized seating posture helps to reduce the tendency to slide forward in the saddle while on the brakes. This will enhance your riding range by reducing strain on your wrists and knees. Corbin saddles are designed to help hold you in the sweet-spot on the bike but still allows for a range of movement for more spirited riding styles. Notice the ergonomic dish shaping of the seat. This provides you more square inches of body contact and better weight dispersion.
We've greatly enhanced comfort by building the saddle up with our high density Comfort Cell foam, but kept the racetrack styling and fit to tail section. Our exclusive high density foam material allows us to build a seating platform that provides good support even with a low profile appearance.
Corbin's slick Smuggler trunk installs in place of a passenger seat to provide convenient, locking storage for your essential travel gear. The Smuggler's door is fully weather stripped and includes a locking latch to protect your goods. Inside the locking door is a fully lined cargo area that is a perfect area to store items like maps, gloves, sun glasses and cell phones.
The top loading design of the Smuggler tail assures that your contents won't spill out when opened while the forward action of the hinge allows the door to self close if forgotten. Constructed of durable Fibertech for years of enjoyment and comes painted to coordinate with your factory paint scheme.
Saddle includes leather seating panels along with a wide range of decorating options (shown here with Carbon-Fiber leather seating and Asphalt vinyl sides). Our leather seating provides a unique look, excellent comfort and will also break in along with your foam shape to give you a personalized fit over time. Coordinating vinyl sides keep the foam shape tight and the saddle looking sharp longer.
Corbin's patented manufacturing process allows us to create a shape that fits perfectly and contours every arc and curve of the tank and tail section. Our Fibertech basepan provides a rigid foundation that supports the foam shape to assure the carefully crafted ergonomics remain intact. Underneath, the baseplate rides on rubber bumpers to protect your paint job from scratching.
UNIQUE TECHNOLOGY: The design and manufacture of Corbin products is so unique that Mike Corbin himself holds more than 60 United States Patents! From the process itself to new innovations like the Corbin Glovebox, you can count on highly functional and unique products that work. Corbin products are manufactured under one or more of the following US Patents: 6,848,156 B2; 6,729,516 B2; D 489,540S; 6,655,740 B1; 6,422,648 B1; 5,544,937; 5,608,957; 4,953,911; D545,073S & 6,971,714 B1.
COMFORT CELL® FOAM: The heart of the Corbin saddle! Our exclusive, purpose built foam material, called Comfort Cell, was created to provide a firm, resilient ride that doesn't break down. This means it will support you for long days on the road. Over time, Comfort Cell will break in to provide a personalized fit to your posture and even greater comfort! For the complete story just click the button.
ERGONOMIC SHAPING: A major part of the design criteria of the Corbin saddle is the Ergonomic shape. This means the saddle's foam shape is designed to emulate the curves of the human body. This provides more square inches of body contact and helps to eliminate hot spots. This shaping also neutralizes the seating platform to help curb sliding in the saddle which reduces fatigue. In a nutshell... more comfort for a longer ride! Just click the button at left for an animation that shows how it works.
PATENTED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY: Always an innovator, Mike Corbin invented Integrated Molding technology which is now the process by which all Corbin saddles are made. This process allows extremely tight tolerances and creates a chemical bond between the foam and base material. To see what this is all about, just click the button for More Info
GENUINE LEATHER: We use leather in all panels of the seat that contact your body. This provides a luxurious ride that breathes with your body. Leather will also break in along with the foam shape to support the personalized fit. Available in a wide range of textures and styles to suit your taste. For more information about leather seating just click away.
FIBERTECH™ BASEPAN: A purpose built, hybrid material that provides a firm foundation to support the carefully designed ergonomics of the Corbin saddle. Provides a precision fit to every arc and contour of the machine and rides on rubber bumpers to protect your paint. Click on the button at left to learn more...
MODULAR SEAT SYSTEM: This component is part of our modular seat system. Engineered to work in a variety of configurations to provide maximum versatility. A typical modular seat system consists of: Rider seat, Passenger seat, Smuggler trunk & Corbin backrest. Click the button to see how it all works.
Measurements
Rider seating: 12" wide x 12" long
Approx seat height: 31"
Smuggler capacity: 4.5 liters
Measurements
Rider seating: 12" wide x 12" long
Approx seat height: 31"
Smuggler capacity: 4.5 liters
Front saddle installs easily with a Corbin provided key lock system. Latch bracket mounts to stock locations on chassis and integrates with Key lock built into the Corbin saddle.
Show your colors! We usually have a new tee shirt design available every year. For 2007, we are offering the Corbin tee with the official Hollister Rally logo on the Front and our pinstripe design on the back. Available in a variety of styles for men and women! *Show Me*
The authorized biography of Mike Corbin, written by our friend William Carrington. Following the triumphs and trials of a lifetime developing new ideas from motorcycle seats to electric cars. An all American story! *Excerpts*
Take good care of your new seat and the seat will take good care of you. Designed to help your leather saddle remain weather resistant and keeps the hide supple. This will allow the leather to break in and age gracefully. Great for boots, gloves & jackets too. Simple rub-in, buff out application. *More Info*
Product Questions
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Install Issues?
Having trouble getting your new seat to mount? Check out our Installation Tips page here: Trouble Shooting
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Hollister Rally INFO
Thinking of making the trek to the Birthplace of the American Biker for the 60th anniversary? You should! Get the latest information on what's happening and where HERE.
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This seat has a defaulted material cover, which we call "The hot set up!" Shown above with the 3 color logo, Carbon-Fiber leather seating, and Asphalt vinyl sides.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
PRICE
#D-1098S-7-F
Front Saddle
$329
#D-1098S-7-SMUG
Smuggler Trunk Ducati 1098
$799
We do not always have a color match for all brands and models, especially at the beginning of the year when the new models come out. Please enter your bike year and paint color below and we will contact you if we do not currently have the color matched. A note about paint color matching: Please Read
Model Year
Paint Color
Unless otherwise noted, saddles may be shown with optional items that are not included. See Accessories Tab for Corbin Backrests, V-Rails & other accessory items.
PLEASE NOTE: Corbin products are designed to fit very close to your bike for a clean look. Due to this, other accessories or options can inhibit proper fit. As an example: Tank Consoles (dashes), ignition modules, exhaust systems, sissy bars, etc. If you have accessories installed on your bike, please let us know so we can verify the fit for you.
SADDLE WARRANTY: Basepan, foam and hardware of the Corbin saddle is warranted to the original owner for life. Cover materials and workmanship are warranted for one year. Product will only be authorized to be shipped back, freight pre-paid, for refining of shape or to replace/rectify defective parts. In cases where the rework requires a new cover, a recover charge will be applied. Cash or credit refunds are not available. All goods being handled for customer service consideration must be accompanied by a Corbin receipt and a Return Material Authorization number (RMA).
FIBERGLASS WARRANTY: Structural integrity of Corbin fiberglass components are warranted to the original owner for life. Finish and paint are warranted against manufacturing defect for one year. Damage to product and / or painted surfaces from outside forces or misuse is specifically not covered under warranty. Cash or credit refunds are not available. All goods being handled for customer service consideration must be accompanied by a Corbin receipt and a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
EXPORT SALES: USA pricing shown. When products are shipped throughout the world, you will see higher prices because of freight, customs, duty & applicable taxes. Please consider these costs when purchasing Corbin products outside the USA.
