Café Racer Custom Seat

ballard1ballard2I told you several times that Café Racers are back. And the best in the seat business begin to receive orders to fit the new ones built around the country. For example seat master Duane Ballard got a request early this month from Bill Dodge at Blings Cycles to form a seat for his new Café Racer project. Most café style seats are just made out of a piece of foam, covered with vinyl and attached with snaps. Duane has created a full seat, starting off with a custom pan, then shaped and formed the foam for maximum comfort. The top of this one is made out of 7 oz #1 grade cowhide that can be tooled with anything you desire. The sides are #1 grade cowhide and include snaps needed to attach the seat to the tail section. Visit Duane Custom Leather or call 603-377-0517.

6 Responses to “Café Racer Custom Seat”


  1. 1 THUG CUSTOM CYCLES Mar 26th, 2009 at 8:08 am

    that for builders who bolt stuff together …you would have to fab around that!!!

  2. 2 Mark Shubin Mar 26th, 2009 at 8:16 am

    Can’t wait to see the bike Bill is working on.

  3. 3 Wacko Mar 26th, 2009 at 9:11 am

    Bill does great work and I love to see products from Duane. Lisa and Duane are great people and it seams they are doing well even in this poor economy.

    Can’t wait to see the build. Keep up the good work guys!

  4. 4 Ben Mar 26th, 2009 at 10:08 am

    Cafe Racers rule! Kudos for this cool-looking part.

  5. 5 Wrench Turner Mar 26th, 2009 at 1:53 pm

    “that for builders who bolt stuff together …”

    Isnt that what all builders do? We sure as hell dont use super glue, you ass!!!!

  6. 6 Oleg (Colorado) Apr 4th, 2009 at 11:34 pm

    Bill and Crew at Blings Cycles are amazing guys, I had a chance to spend some time at the shop when i was back East . Highly recommend to stop by and check out their talent ! You won’t be disappointed !

    _thank you

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