Just installed a corbin seat and am concerned about it getting wet when riding in the rain. Getting wet may not matter, but I don't have any experience with leather and rain. Any tips would be appreciated.
Crznlow
Any Corbin seat I have had was no problem in the rain. It has a plastic cover under the leather to keep water off the stuffing. Clean it once in a while, thats all that is needed...
G
I don't have a leather seat, but if I did I would spray it with the waterproofing silicone spray for shoes and boots. Available at any shoe store.
There are also natural leather treatment products available. Check in to a leather products specialty store. Maybe even a farm supply store...etc etc.
Check with your seat manufacturer. They probably have some recommendations.
Ride safe.
There are also natural leather treatment products available. Check in to a leather products specialty store. Maybe even a farm supply store...etc etc.
Check with your seat manufacturer. They probably have some recommendations.
Ride safe.
I use Mink oil (available in shoe care at WalMart) on my leather boots/chaps/jacket. I like it.
Not sure how it would feel on a seat. It soaks in and I'd guess you might buff it off after. My seats are not leather.
The silicon spray did absolutely nothing to waterproof my leathers. Water soaked in like I hadn't even applied it.
Not sure how it would feel on a seat. It soaks in and I'd guess you might buff it off after. My seats are not leather.
The silicon spray did absolutely nothing to waterproof my leathers. Water soaked in like I hadn't even applied it.
OK, one more opinion. I disagree with the mink oil. Most mink oil products contain lanolin as an additive. Lanolin is bad news for the stitching and will break down the thread over time. The best product I've seen for leather seats (including 8 years of use on my ST100's Corbin) is Lexol leather conditioner. It reminds me of liquid saddle soap. Spray on, rub in. Doesn't waterproof the leather, but keeps it soft and looking good. You can get it at most auto parts stores. They make a cleaner and a conditioner - with a new seat, you'll only need the conditioner.
There are many many manufacturers that add bees wax to mink oil not lanolin - like Mermac.
There are many that sell pure mink oil. Some mix it with pine oil.
Your seat if you like a silcone based products your choice. I'd worry about the sun damage more than anything - put something over it when it's in the sun, no matter what you use.
There are many that sell pure mink oil. Some mix it with pine oil.
Your seat if you like a silcone based products your choice. I'd worry about the sun damage more than anything - put something over it when it's in the sun, no matter what you use.
went and looked at my mink oil can. It contains Mink Oil, Lanolin & silicone. I will be switching. Thanks for pointing that out.CaST Off said:
I'm switiching to another brand of mink oil
http://www.foxcreekleather.com/help/leatherCare.phtml
+1.banana boy said:
Per Corbin's website...
Perfect to protect and condition all types of leather and vinyl products.
Helps leather to withstand moisture and brings out its natural shine.
You should condition your motorcycle saddle as often as you wash your bike especially if your bike is subjected to harsh climates.
Leather: The best material to use for your saddle! To protect and extend the life of a leather saddle, we suggest that you periodically apply a coating of Corbin Conditioner/Protectant or similar product. This will not only prolong the life of the leather, but will help it to resist moisture. Frequent conditioning will also enhance the hide's resilience and suppleness. We strongly suggest that you avoid any cleaners or conditioners that contain petroleum distilates as they could cause color fading and/or cracking. The appearance of scars or marks on the hide are signs that you have, in fact, purchased a genuine leather product. These marks will not inhibit the life or performance of the product and should in no way be considered a defect.
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