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Was able to snag one for my 550 project but I don't know how they attach to the frame. It doesn't look like they have provisions for the hinges or a latch.
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The more I look at it, and after some Googling, I don't think this is a 550 seat, at least not the '77-80 models.
I contacted the seller and asked him not to ship until he can confirm.
I contacted the seller and asked him not to ship until he can confirm.
Please do post a follow-up if you get any more info.
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It looks to me as though it slips into a slot in the front behind the tank and latched down in the back where the two bolts are protruding from the pan. You will need some form of seat latch mechanism for the rear of the seat on the frame.
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I don't think it's for a GS. More like for a GPz or a later model 550.
Looks surprisingly similar to the one I have on one of my 550s - but not exactly the same:
My seat had a sticker on it's bottom, explaining where to mount the tabs/hinges. I vaguely remember that it even provided some measurements. I'll take a picture this evening.
It looks to me though that the one you're showing here uses a completely different mounting style, with the screws at the front/back.
Maybe these originally required to drill the correct holes by oneself prior to installation, and this is some PO's doing for a different bike? - would be very weird though.
Edit: Hm, no, comparing the seats some further, it seems to me your seat is for a bike with a completely different rear cowling/rump. Maybe not even a 550? Not familar with the lineup...
My seat had a sticker on it's bottom, explaining where to mount the tabs/hinges. I vaguely remember that it even provided some measurements. I'll take a picture this evening.
It looks to me though that the one you're showing here uses a completely different mounting style, with the screws at the front/back.
Maybe these originally required to drill the correct holes by oneself prior to installation, and this is some PO's doing for a different bike? - would be very weird though.
Edit: Hm, no, comparing the seats some further, it seems to me your seat is for a bike with a completely different rear cowling/rump. Maybe not even a 550? Not familar with the lineup...
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After further communication with the seller, he has the correct seat and it's on the way to me!
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So what model was the other seat for?
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Find out, someone here may be interested in it. Also, what are they asking for it?
