2013 Triumph Daytona 675R Seat Shave

As some of you know, the 2013 Triumph Daytona 675R is a fairly tall bike, despite its narrow waist and light weight. Wanting to get more foot on the ground, I took the seat to my local upholsterer, Ricardo's Auto Upholstery in Newhall, California.

It cost me $100, but it was SO well worth it. The bike is transformed for this vertically-challenged rider.

The bike is better everywhere when I'm on it;

1. At stops, left foot finds the ground easier.
2. Transfer from left to right is easier with less 'airtime'.
3. It's easier to foot the bike on uneven or imperfect surfaces.
4. Quick or unexpected stops with foot down are much easier.
5.The lowered seat effectively raises the bars, relaxes the otherwise acute neck angle and is all around more comfortable.
6. I feel more 'in' the bike instead of on it, which I really like. A lot of other riders have noted this preference too.
7. No downsides with handling or cornering, and I don't need too much weight over the front at my pace.
8. Pegs become higher, but they're still comfortable (stock pegs).
9. Bars are effectively raised a bit, which is a plus.

Here's Ricardo's shop on Yelp:
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ricardos-auto...
(661) 255-6155
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