Ducati Monster Forum

So I bought one and ya know what?  I don't like it.  I am going to either get one made custom up in Redding or I am going to order one of the Sargent seats from Motowheels.

What a waste of 260.00.  Look for the DP comfort seat to be in the classifieds soon.

Why don't you like it?  Info, for the rest of us.

if money is no option, there are better seats.
compared to the oem seat, the comfort seat is WAY better.

Just pulled out the catalog, it is NOT the seat I ordered.  I ordered Part number 96787702B   They sent the 96766909B  The one I ordered has a raised lip to prevent nut slams.  The one I got is for "improved ergonomics".  Dealer miscommunication.  I will let them know tomorrow and get the right seat sent out.

The comfort seat is to tall.  It does not feel as secure when riding as the stocker, maybe too flat as well.  It still put my nuts into the tank and the seat surface is kinda slick.  I knew there were other options (Sargent) but I had to give the inexpensive option a try first.  I can't even feel where the back of the seat is and can slide all the way back into the cowl.  Being taller it also puts me in a more forward riding position and more weight on my wrists.  Were I to keep it I would need taller bars or risers to be comfy.

The Sargent is flatter than stock but not really flat. Mine works well but bods vary, so not sure it's a panacea. Certainly extended MY range though.

Bear in mind, if you order from Sargent and hate it after a few hundred miles, as long as it's in "new" condition, they'll take it back within 30 days, less the cost of UPS both ways.

I'm not sure what the actual name on the seat is but I have the DP gel seat. Being a taller rider with no ass, the DP gel replaced my Sargent seat I had before that. The Sargent seat was too firm and flat. Uncomfortable on longer rides. I like the gel seat enough I bought a back-up.

 The only downsize is that it's a good idea to cover the gel seat with a small towel if parked in the sun. The seat will get a little warm if sitting for a few hours.

What monster do you have? I can get the part number off mine if interested in one.

If its the same gel seat that I have, I'm not sure they make them anymore.  At least whenever I found a site that sold one they were out of stock. They do come up for sale every once in awhile in the classifieds, which is how I got mine.  Haven't taken it on anything over an hour yet.  Seems good so far.  I hope it can stand up to a 7-8 hour day in the saddle. 

The first part # is a seat for classic Monsters - the next is for new Monsters.

I bought a DP comfort seat last fall and ended up hating it. Luckily I sold it through the forum and only lost $40. Only used it for 50 or so miles so it was basically new. Tried to like it but felt tortured every time I got on my bike. Ended up ordering the DP low comfort seat from Monsterparts. What a difference. Not only is the seat more cushy but it also did not change my riding position. With the DP comfort seat I felt like I was riding a completely different motorcycle. They should change the name to the DP Comfort Tall seat. Also the fabric on the low seat is different than the comfort seat. The DP low seat is more suede like which keeps me planted and not sliding around. The DP comfort seat was more like the stock seat in terms of material. My nutz were constantly hitting the tank with the DP comfort seat. Guess each seat works best dependent on the height of the rider. Who knows?? All I know is I'm happy now!  ;D

Peppe - You must have the newer Monster.  There are two seat choices for yours.   For the older Monster, like my S2R1000, we have one choice.   I have yet to try mine but it is the similar to the second one you got (with the velour covering).

FYI, the sargent seat sits you up taller as well, although I don't know how it compares to the DP comfort seat.

The sargent is super comfy, but I find it changes the ergos for me so that I'm more sitting on top of the bike, vs. in the bike. If I were doing a track day or even off to ride aggressive twisty roads, I will swap the sargent for the stock seat.

Yes I do have a newer Monster, 796. Although I did have a S2R1000 and the DP seat was awesome. Very similar to DP low seat for newer Monsters. The DP comfort seat for new monsters is just terrible.

to each their own, i love the gel seat and the wife too.
we rode to Italy and back on it.

once I switched to clipons though i did go back to stock to reduce the seat height.

I only ride solo now on the Monster so no need for the taller seat.

Thanks for the input folks.  I decided to just live with the stock seat for now.  Gonna sell off or trade out the 2013 Comfort seat, just hate it.

Why don't you just order the Sargent and try it? If you hate THAT, you can send it back. Total cost = UPS both ways ~ $40 - $50. No need to be miserable... ;) Speak to Troy and tell him Willy in VA sent you.  8)

I may go that direction eventually,  although I do not want to sit any higher or I will end up having to add bar risers.  The last ride in full leathers the stock seat was not unbearable.  I am about to spend some serious suspension cash and with any luck the improved ride will help with getting ass bashed.

Currently I can ride all day on the Monster but changing my bodies lean angle will change that due to previous injuries.

You can use the riser off a 796 if necessary. No issues. I'm 5' 8" and preferred the Rizoma bar with some sweep and a better wrist angle. The alu color version looks stock too, only better.

maybe you need to start sitting back on the seat a bit and use your thighs to grab the tank.

Me knees be squeezed until displeased.
Then my balls hit the walls and out of my mouth come squalls.

Eventually I will either get used to the thing or I will buy a Sargent and change the bar rise if needed.  I had Sargent seats on several other bikes so I already know what to expect.  I keep hoping it will only take another 100 miles or so for the stocker to break in.   [beer]

oh. something i plan on starting this year, HeMan had mentioned it, wearing a cup in my leathers.

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Skybarney - Sounds like the one you originally ordered was for the older Monsters [96787702B].  The one you tried is the Ducati Monster Custom Seat, 96766909B, which is a consensus that it is a bad seat.   What you need is the Ducati Monster Low Rider Seat, 96776009B, which is the equivalent to the original Monster Comfort seat [96787702B] and it is consensus that it is the good version.   If the dealer messed up the order, they should help you fix the order.

Tis nothing like the picture ( :   The dealer has been and is pretty darn great, I just hate returning stuff and due to almost everything coming via mail order I have already made a few returns.  They have been great about it, but damn I start to feel guilty.

I amd going to show them the picture of the seat I thought I had ordered though and see what they have to say.  Silly is that the dealer is on the other side of town and I dislike driving across town to Roseville in a car or a truck and I can't take the seat on the bike, I end up putting it off.  It is a byproduct of living where I do.   

School me on the seat situation for the new gen monsters please!

The stock 796 seat is supposedly an improvement on the 696 and original 1100 seat correct?  Flatter and more comfortable as to reduce nut smash from what I've read.  So coming from a stock 696/1100 seat to a DP comfort seat is a decent improvement, but coming from a 796 or 1100evo (same seat as 796 I'm assuming?) is a very small improvement, if at all? Is this the consensus?

My 796 has the stock seat and is reasonably comfortable but ball smash is still an issue...especially with clipons.  Is the DP seat a worthy upgrade coming from the already 'improved' 796 seat?

Four seats that I know of
model - rise - angle
696/1100 - middle - steep
796/1100 evo - lower - flatter
DP Low - lowest - flattest
DP Comfort - tall - flatter

Heya Barney,

   I think I understand. I purchased the DP "performance" seat, which *lowers* you butt about an inch (probably 2 CM in Ducati-speak) and changes the fabric. The first one was felt covered. Good looking but it wore down. Ducati, bless their pointy little heads, replaced it. The fabric is very grippy - if you like moving from side to side in the corners you will become frustrated. I prefer the Mike Hailwood approach to riding position: stick you butt on it and stay there as long as you can!  :)

   I love this seat, the only caveat being it will bend your legs quite a bit more. I am 6'1", but that is a 6'3" torso on top of 5'11" legs so it fits me fine. I will get hip pointers if I don't move around a bit once in while, but other than that the feeling of sitting "in" the bike versus on top of it is much nicer.