Seat Problems?

[cpettifer]

Does anyone else have a problem with their seat not staying locked down? I struggle to get mine shut without it popping up again and then, sometimes when I get to work, or home, I find it's popped up while I've been riding. I've also discovered I can sometimes wiggle it open without using the key to open it.

Common problem?

I'm guessing it's something I need to get my dealer to sort out under warrantee...

[Lonewolf]

Is it popping up at the front or rear?

[cpettifer]

Popping up at the rear - where the locking mechanism is.

[Kwikasfuki]

Take it back to dealer. Shouldn't pop out.

[mecki]

I had that once, but it seems to stay in place now.

[fred24]

I had the same problem - was caused by the metal tab on the rear of the seat that locates in the locking mechanism not being perfectly straight/vertical.

Bent it straight with a pair of pliers and its been fine since. It was only very slightly out so the position is very critical.

[cpettifer]

The metal tab on mine is bent. Presume this is the problem then. I'll contact my dealer - but probably live with it until 4k service.

[Lonewolf]

It probably only needs a tweak of a mm or so one way or another. Get some pliers on it or give it a gentle tap with a big hammer.

[100milesaway]

The metal tab on mine is bent. Presume this is the problem then. I'll contact my dealer - but probably live with it until 4k service.

Mine was the same from new !!!! just get some pliers on the tab and bend it straight. Easy peesy. ;)

[ChrisB]

Could the cause be the wieght of the pillion? ;D

[cpettifer]

Could the cause be the wieght of the pillion? ;D

I'll tell SWMBO where you like...