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    GS650GLX Aftermarket Seat

    I disassembled the seat on my GS650GLX (1981) thinking I would just get a replacement cover. It appears water got trapped between foam and seat pan, with substantial damage and rust-through to the metal. So, my only option may be a new seat assembly.

    Thus my question; anyone have any suggestions or know of any sources for aftermarket seats that would fit the bike? I guess I could sandblast the pan and weld in metal where needed, but it is pretty "far-gone". New OEM and custom seats are a little rich for my wallet right now. I'd appreciate any suggestions you good folks may have.

    Norseman
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    sand blast it & reinforce with fiberglass

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      #3
      Thanks for taking time to reply, SqDancerLynn1, I guess that's my best bet. Now I get to learn how to lay fiberglass:? . Then it's off to Sargent's...

      Norseman

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        #4
        Isn't the one on e-bay right now, auction ending tomorrow morning, for an "L" model. It doesn't say "L" or "E", but the step makes it look like it's from an "L" model. go to e-bay & just punch in gs650
        1983 GS1100E, 1983 CB1100F, 1991 GSX1100G, 1996 Kaw. ZL600 Eliminator, 1999 Bandit 1200S, 2005 Bandit 1200S, 2000 Kaw. ZRX 1100

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          #5
          Thanks very much, RPhillips, you're right, it certainly looks like an "L". Also, I believe -81 and -82 used same seat design (most parts are interchangeable). I fired off an e-mail to confirm, but I think I'll go for it. Thank you for the heads-up!

          Norseman

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            #6
            Even if you get the repalcement seat, don't throw the old pan away. They don't make 'em anymore, and you can always blast it, glass it and try your hand at custom upholstery. \\/

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              #7
              Ten years ago, I bought a JC Whitney set cover with the foam to try to put more padding on the seat of my 1982 GS650GZ. I never got around to putting it on, and frankly I'm not sure that it would have fit properly. But some cage-driving ****wad on a Texas highway broke my GS, and the seat it still sitting around, never used and dusty. I'd let it go really cheap!
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                #8
                Thanks, guys, for your responses and help, I really appreciate it. This is a great forum! I did pick up the seat from ebay at a great price, it's in good condition.

                I did in fact keep the pan and sandblasted it. Now I'll try my hand at laying glass, and yes, give customizing a shot. It'll probably take me a long time, so with the seat I bought, I won't be out my ride (if our Michigan weather could make up its mind .

                Anyway, thanks again. You guys found me a replacement seat, and educated me on what I could do with the old one. Much appreciated.

                Norseman

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