Spike's Bobber Seat Mod. Advice?

Ive got a 82 Yamaha Maxim xj650j not chopping it just wanna make some modds

I have a couple questions id like to ask.

1. I want a chopper seat for my xj, springs and hing in all. There for could i just use the tank bolt for the fixed end of the seat hing? I have access to welder for the spring bolts. Would just like some details on how to mount the seat hing. Thing is im a taller person seat makes my ass hurt after awhile and id like to sit lower into the bike

2. For the wiring harness. The stock seat covers the harness and when i install my new seat there will be nothing protecting it from the elements. What can i do to weather proof it or hide the harness when its exposed

3. Last but not least. Im also wanting to put in a passanger pad with out having to cut out my rear fender/sissy bar think it can be done?

Id like to see what anyone thinks i could do and there for anybody else that would have some advice, dont hesitate. Again just wanna replace the seats to sit lower into the bike (really want the chopper seat) and also have a pad avaliable for my passanger with out cutting up the ass end

Spike

 

A chopper seat looks like this.



The wires will be covered.

 

wow haven't seen one of those in awhile , it looks better than the hideous King & Queen seat .

 

im thinking more like this.

I did some measurements and it seems to fit (dont have the seat) just wanted to ask some pros

 

You could build a base that covers the frame tubes (material of your choice; plywood is easy (heavily varnish it), but metal, plastic, or fiberglass will last longer). You might even think of making one that uses the stock seat mounting latches for easy access to the wiring.