Members Kustomizer Posted March 8, 2009 Members Report Posted March 8, 2009 Just wanted to post a pic of my first motorcycle seat. There are a few mistakes, but I learned a ton and hope to correct those on the second seat I'm working on. Still have to put the final finish/protection on yet, but here it is: What should I use for the final protection/finish? Quote
JohnD Posted March 8, 2009 Report Posted March 8, 2009 Nice, I like it alot. As far as finishes, I've used just about everything, Super sheen, Aussie wax, neutral shoe polish, pecards, anything that will have a flexible finish will work. The pecards and aussie wax ( the better choices for weather proofing) take a while to dry so make sure to use a light coat and rub it into the leather, then buff it out when dry ( I usually leave it overnight to dry). The super sheen works good as finish, but you have to be careful applying it, if you leave streaks you'll see them when its dry and you can't buff them out. Some people spray it on with nice results. I've found that more than two coats of super sheen is a little too shiny for my taste, like a patent leather look. It also doesn't repel water very well if exposed to heavy rain and such. The owner of the shop I make seats for likes the super sheen for all his production seats. Sometimes, if I leave too many streaks, i will rub in some neutral shoe polish and buff that to a shine to hide them. There's a ton of options out there and as long as it dries and dries flexible it should be fine to use on a motorcycle seat. Some options are more weather resistant than others. Some people have talked about using neatlaque, I never have cause I was told its not very flexible when it dries, but I dont know from experience. I hope this helps you and again, the seat looks cool. John Quote (rdb):God looked down at the world, and said "See, right there in Witchita, next to the railroad tracks, I didn't put enough dandelions".
Scary Leatherworks Posted March 9, 2009 Report Posted March 9, 2009 That seat is very cool. I like that rich brown color. I use Leather Balm with Atom wax. It's what David recomended and it works well Scott Quote
Members Kustomizer Posted March 9, 2009 Author Members Report Posted March 9, 2009 I have Dr. Jacksons Hide Rejuvenator, will that work good? Quote
Members Sasquatch Posted March 9, 2009 Members Report Posted March 9, 2009 Such a nice seat I love the two tone effect. How do you get such a clean divide between the two colours? Quote www.makoaleather.com
Members TinyL Posted March 9, 2009 Members Report Posted March 9, 2009 It looks fantastic! I love the lettering. Quote
Members TroyS Posted March 9, 2009 Members Report Posted March 9, 2009 I think it's a GREAT looking seat! I think a little changeup in the waves to make them stand out with more contrast would have been awesome looking but, for your first seat attempt, I think it's OUTSTANDING! I think you may have found your calling! Quote Troy
Members Rayban Posted March 9, 2009 Members Report Posted March 9, 2009 Very nice...great design and layout.....and craftsmanship. Question, I'm not a biker nor have I ever covered a seat....how well does the lacing hold up over time? I see most bike seats are done with lace, I just wondered how it holds up after constantly rubbing your legs across it. Thanks. R Quote Raybanwww.rgleather.net
BruceGibson Posted March 9, 2009 Report Posted March 9, 2009 That's amazing looking! Quote "Don't squat with your spurs on." www.GibsonLeather.com
Members shirleyz Posted March 9, 2009 Members Report Posted March 9, 2009 That's one helluva nice first seat! ShirleyZ Quote badassseats As long as I have a want, I have a reason for living. Satisfaction is death. ~George Bernard Shaw
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