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  • T748
    XSive
    • Apr 2005
    • 54
    • Vallejo, CA.
    #1

    XJ1100 Seat cover

    I'd like to give B&H specialtys an A++++ for a great product. I ordered a new seat cover for the XJ1100. They list for $69.95 . It only took a few days to get and came with installation instructions. I couldnt be happier with the fit, feel and ride of it.
    The web address is-
    Motorcycle Seat Covers
    https://www.motorcycleseatcovers.com
    B&H Specialties crafts hand sewn replacement motorcycle seat covers for ATV’s, motorcycles, scooters and trail bikes. We have a wide variety of patterns including a large selection of vintage motorcycle seat covers that are almost impossible to find elsewhere. We are family owned and located in Texas. Since we began in 1984 we have shipped to almost every country in the world. Browse our catalog and if you don't find what you need, contact us. We can handle custom orders.

    Here are a few shots of the seatcover installed.-Tom.




    05 Suzuki Bandit 1200S
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    • Pat Kelly
      XS-XJ Super Guru
      • Jul 2002
      • 3046
      • Golden Valley, AZ
      #2
      That looks really good!!
      Is the quality quality of material good? I'm debating if I want my Dad's wife to replicate the seatcover on the LG or find a quality replacement. The LG (midnight special) seat has a different profile (more pronounced 'step') than other specials. It has the additional padding glued to the cover so a regular special cover works.
      Pat Kelly
      <p-lkelly@sbcglobal.net>

      1978 XS1100E (The Force)
      1980 XS1100LG (The Dark Side)
      2007 Dodge Ram 2500 quad-cab long-bed (Wifes ride)
      1999 Suburban (The Ship)
      1994 Dodge Spirit (Son #1)
      1968 F100 (Valentine)

      "No one is totally useless. They can always be used as a bad example"

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        • T748
          XSive
          • Apr 2005
          • 54
          • Vallejo, CA.
          #3
          Pat, I think it's as good or better material than the original. I'll confess that i didn't install it myself though. I took it down to my upolstry guy to do that. When I called him beforehand, he was a little mad that I didn't have him make one. When he saw the cover, he changed his tune and commented that he wouldnt be able to do a copy anywhere close to that price. In the end I've got a great seat that makes the bike look alot better than before.
          I see that they do make a cover for your LG. I think you'll be very happy with B&H's work if you choose them.-Tom.
          05 Suzuki Bandit 1200S

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            • Pat Kelly
              XS-XJ Super Guru
              • Jul 2002
              • 3046
              • Golden Valley, AZ
              #4
              I see they do have a different part # for the LG. I'll have to look into this.
              I got a quote from a local upholsterer that does 'high-end' (show) work. They wanted $300.00 for a true leather cover that was itentical (step profile and double-row stitching) or custom stitching as desired.
              My Dad's wife would do it for me in naugahyde for cost of matierial. She does custom upholstery for airplanes.
              It's nice to have options (sometimes).
              I currently have a JCWhitney cover which is so-so, but much better than the torn original.
              Pat Kelly
              <p-lkelly@sbcglobal.net>

              1978 XS1100E (The Force)
              1980 XS1100LG (The Dark Side)
              2007 Dodge Ram 2500 quad-cab long-bed (Wifes ride)
              1999 Suburban (The Ship)
              1994 Dodge Spirit (Son #1)
              1968 F100 (Valentine)

              "No one is totally useless. They can always be used as a bad example"

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                • John
                  XS-XJ Super Guru
                  • Oct 2003
                  • 5117
                  #5
                  B &amp; H Specialities.

                  They are located on Simpson Ave, or is it Yates St ( I see it so often that I don't really pay attention to it) in Hurst, Tx. The town I live in. Their shop is not far from my house, and just two streets over from where my wife grew up. Earlier this year when I aquired Foster Child, the seat had a seam that needed stitching, so I called them to ask if they could repair it, and they refused to stitch it up for me. They would be more than happy to sell me a new cover though. I don't need a new cover, just repair one seam. Anyway, I have seen some of their work before, and it is good. I'll just take the seat cover to an uphoulstery shop and get it fixed.

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                    • bandet01
                      XSive Maximus
                      • Aug 2005
                      • 698
                      • connersville indiana
                      #6
                      nice looking seat and thanks for the site because i got to get a new one for my bike
                      79 yamaha xs1100f standard
                      best 1/4 mile 13.282@99.40

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                        • DiverRay
                          Moderator
                          • Nov 2004
                          • 7607
                          • Star, IDAHO
                          #7
                          I just put one of their covers on "daily ride", to get by while the custom seat gets rebuilt. I am happy with the looks, and fit. I put the cover on myself, and it took all of about 1 hour.
                          I would buy another cover from them, if I wanted a "stock" seat. Material was nice, as I ordered the "top end".
                          Ray
                          Ray Matteis
                          KE6NHG
                          XS1100 E '78 (winter project)
                          XS1100 SF Bob Jones worked on it!

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                            • dmac82
                              XSive
                              • Sep 2004
                              • 67
                              • Houston, Tx
                              #8
                              what bandit01 said, gonna need one myself pretty quick, thanks for the site.
                              82 XJ1100J "Jackel"
                              78 Honda CB750-74 Honda CB750
                              74 Husky 400
                              70 Yamaha 360 & 70 175 enduros

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