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Offline 1977_cb550k

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Best CB550 Seat cover?
« on: December 22, 2021, 03:24:29 AM »
G’day, wondering which seller has the best Honda CB550 k3 replacement seat covers for sale? Any specific brand I should buy (or avoid?). And if you have any tips on how to go about the replacing it might save me needing to buy two of them  ;D
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Re: Best CB550 Seat cover?
« Reply #1 on: December 22, 2021, 04:04:22 AM »
Can't give you a direct advice, but here's a warning in general. Recently I have discussed with friends options for my buddyseat and one had this warning I'd like to pass on.
The seat on my model, the CB500K2-ED differs from the seats on previous CB500 models like the CB500K2-A.
My seat, PN: 77200-374-003, is also on the:
    CB550A MOTORCYCLE, JPN, VIN# CB550K-1000001
    CB550K1A MOTORCYCLE, JPN, VIN# CB550K-1200001
    CB550KA (76) 550 FOUR, JPN, VIN# CB550K-1230001

The thing is that unlike previous models, that thin imitation chrome strip is vulcanised to the vinyl of the seat. This makes replacing the cover a bit difficult. Aftermarket products often are not 100% true for a specific model, but generic. Although I usually ride with a removable sheepskin (very comfy on long hauls, warm in winter, cool in summer and guaranteed no hemorrhoids ;D), I still consider restoration of my seat for the looks. In Holland we have specialists who can do this and - more important - they have knowledge of the differences in CB models. So that will my route. I don't know the characteristics of your seat and if the original looks matter or not.
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Re: Best CB550 Seat cover?
« Reply #2 on: December 22, 2021, 04:32:07 AM »
there's this...no honda logo....Being from cms I'd assume the quality is ok...

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Re: Best CB550 Seat cover?
« Reply #3 on: December 22, 2021, 06:07:37 AM »
i got a cover for my 550f1 from this seller:
https://www.ebay.com/str/oldschoolcovers

quality and fit are good, and the pattern is as close to original as you can get.
i did quite a bit of research because i wanted something that's as stock looking as possible, knowing that the brown colour of the f1 cover is actually unobtainable.

i'll search for a pic for you, bear with me...

edit:
here are the pictures of mine: http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,134863.msg1907685.html#msg1907685
« Last Edit: December 22, 2021, 06:42:46 AM by flatlander »

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Re: Best CB550 Seat cover?
« Reply #4 on: December 22, 2021, 02:54:21 PM »
Thanks, that’s really helpful. Seems only a few covers come with the Honda logo.

Has anyone attempted to change the cover themselves? Looks fiddly to stretch it accurately. 
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Re: Best CB550 Seat cover?
« Reply #5 on: December 22, 2021, 04:08:36 PM »

Has anyone attempted to change the cover themselves? 

Yes, I replaced one on my 550 a couple years back, turned out great.

Key is to have a good cover and good foam, to prevent wrinkles. 

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Re: Best CB550 Seat cover?
« Reply #6 on: December 23, 2021, 05:11:12 AM »
Thanks, that’s really helpful. Seems only a few covers come with the Honda logo.

Has anyone attempted to change the cover themselves? Looks fiddly to stretch it accurately.

and let the cover warm in the sun...

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Re: Best CB550 Seat cover?
« Reply #7 on: December 23, 2021, 01:04:33 PM »
Thanks all - great advice! You’ve inspired me Steve-o!
Fortunately my base and foam are in good condition.
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