Very simple seat question

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Fingermaus
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Very simple seat question

Post by Fingermaus »

Hi,

Very basic question sorry

I have lots of parts missing on my 71 T500 and before I get started on rebuilding I'm wondering what secures the seat to the frame.

I see it hooks at two points at the back and hooks into a bush at the front, but what stops it sliding backwards?

Very simple I know , but I'm new to these bikes and probably not seeing something obvious.

Thanks

Phil
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Re: Very simple seat question

Post by Frank T »

Two bolts in the back which holds the fender in place and clamps the seat in place.
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Re: Very simple seat question

Post by Fingermaus »

Thanks very much.
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Re: Very simple seat question

Post by celt_rock »

Those rear seat clips face the tank so it does look like it could slide off the back but the front of the seat has a lip that faces the
back so the pressure is coming from opposing sides. I think. My bike didn't come with a seat either :wink:
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Re: Very simple seat question

Post by Fingermaus »

It does make sense now.

My first thought was "where's the latch?" :mrgreen:

I've been messing about with old Yamaha's for too long
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