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Author Topic: Motocross seat for 2016 FX?  (Read 1589 times)

BeezrGeezr

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Motocross seat for 2016 FX?
« on: March 24, 2016, 04:53:40 AM »

Is there a motocross type seat available for the FX? I really don't like the 'bucket seat' that it comes with. I'm looking for something flatter, like a real moto seat.
« Last Edit: March 24, 2016, 05:18:19 AM by BeezrGeezr »
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rayivers

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Re: Motocross seat for 2016 FX?
« Reply #1 on: March 24, 2016, 05:30:53 AM »

The 2013 Zero MX seat (P/N 24-01596 04) is what I'm using - it's worked pretty well so far:



If the '15-'16 seat mounts are the same as on my '14, it should fit fine.

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BeezrGeezr

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Re: Motocross seat for 2016 FX?
« Reply #2 on: March 24, 2016, 06:16:53 AM »

I like that! If your seat mounts with the side cover bolts (behind the MX), it just may fit. Thanks!
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Re: Motocross seat for 2016 FX?
« Reply #3 on: March 24, 2016, 08:48:05 AM »

I followed the same advice and got this MX seat for my 2015 FX.

I am glad I made the switch, although there were few things that caught my attention during install:
  • I had to flex the seat a little more than I expected to get it locked in.  Not a big deal.
  • There was an ABS line zip-tied to the top of the frame which interfered with the MX seat.  I just removed the factory zip ties, pushed the lines aside by 1/4", and then re-secured them with new zip ties. Again, not a big deal.
  • The MX seat is a little bit taller, a little bit narrower (not as wide as the battery compartment), and not quite as long (less available for a passenger).  I haven't noticed any of these to be an issue when riding solo.
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BeezrGeezr

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Re: Motocross seat for 2016 FX?
« Reply #4 on: April 06, 2016, 02:10:59 AM »

Thank you to all! I just installed the MX seat on my '16 FX with no problems whatsoever. With the seat being just a little narrower it seems to have not affected seat height. I still just barely touch the ground! It sure feels nice being able to move around while trail riding.
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Re: Motocross seat for 2016 FX?
« Reply #5 on: April 20, 2016, 08:23:11 AM »

Is that part number (21-01596 04) a ZERO Part # ??????
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BeezrGeezr

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Re: Motocross seat for 2016 FX?
« Reply #6 on: April 21, 2016, 02:43:59 AM »

Yes it is. I ordered it from a Zero dealership via phone and had it a week later.
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