Seat for 80s XJ750 scrambler/cafe style

Hello, I am new to the forum and looking forward to reading about your opinions!

I have a 83 XJ750 with a fugly chunky seat that the previous owner put in. Can anybody recommend a website or vendor that sells scrambler/cafe racer style seats that will fit without too much work? A drop in would be ideal, but I am realistic. Price is not a big factor but would rather avoid paying a lot (as in more than 500) for a non-performance enhancing part...

Any input is greatly appreciated and if you have pics to share that would be great as well!

 

just cut down a 750 seatm trim and add foam to get the shape you want and have a seat cover made for it.
po did that to my 82 XJ750 and covered it with alligator.
depending on how much you plan on chopping up the frame original seat pan will allow use of seat latches.
I assume you want a long flat seat with the term cafe being used.

 

check this thread
http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/xj650rj-seca-build.111444/page-2

http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/xj650rj-seca-build.111444/page-2

http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/xj650-maxim-brat-cafe.76170/

http://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threa...fficially-cafe-racer.36269/page-2#post-323246


Universal Rear Seat + Kick Up Loop 1'' Kawasaki KZ 400 550 K750 Z650 W650 Yamaha

 

Thanks for the reply!
Hoping to do a drop in or mcgiver a universal one in.
I found a universal one from Ryca with some adapters, anyone has experience with these or similar? Thanks!

I wanted to post a link to it but the site just won't let me.

 

This is the look I am going for

 

That seat looks like it would hurt my boys but maybe mine are bigger than average.

 

Using the right foam a seat that small is comfy. I built mine similar to that and it's super comfortable relative to the size.

For that setup, you'll need to chop the frame, weld in a hoop, to get that look. Finding a bolt on will be tough, but it an be done. Or going the custom route. But it'll be expensive.
There's always the DIY method.

 

I made my own scrambler/tracker seat for like 60 dollars.

 

DIY is the way to go. This was my first attempt at upholstery.

 

I got a 1982 yamaha xj750 maxim that i bought from someone out of a field, yes its in rough shape. But I got her running pretty well and put about 1,000 miles on it and have decided to make a scrambler build. Does one one have recommendations for tires, suspension, and exhaust. I am planning on taking everything off and repainting the frame. Also anyone have any good leads on a carb thats not destroyed from being out in a field for 4 years?

 

Might need to have a good look at the bottom of the seat rails for rust holes - common point here.
Carbs - just ask here/ look around for a used set, best option is to retain original. If you plan to fit pod filters be prepared for an avalanche of advice - some of it nonsense, and spending hours getting the carbs set correctly. Actually, once I get my 650 Seca roadworthy I have a plan to carry out the pod mod just so someone on here has the answer when the question gets asked for the 100th time..Perhaps I'm overestimating my abilities here though..

 

@zero1883, you still out there? Hoping you are keeping up with the thread, and it does not get high jacked so to speak. Looking forward to seeing the pics of the bike and how you are coming along on the plans for the project.