E-AM136044 Deluxe Yellow Seat for John Deere X530, X520, X500, X360, X340, X324, X320, X300R, X304, X300, X305R, X310, X330, X350, X350R, X354, X384, X380, X370, X394+

Everyone who has tried to buy JD parts knows how much they cost. This replacement seat was purchased because my old X540 seat fell apart. I didn't see X540 in the description but if you're looking for a seat that fits that model, this one will work. I was somewhat skeptical about the quality based upon the price when ordering but it turned out to be a really nice surprise for me.It's a very comfortable seat. It's definitely more comfortable than the original equipment one I had which looked almost exactly like this one. Installation was pretty easy, but like other reviews, the hole for the seat sensor was just a little too small. I just used a simple file to make it large enough to fit the sensor. I also had to take the seat base off in order to install the seat. Just scooting the springs over with my hand and loosening 4 nuts for the base was pretty simple. It's well worth the effort for the price and quality.The sensor activation with this seat worked fine for me, unlike some other reviews stating the sensor wouldn't activate when sitting on it. I would say that the nice, comfy amount of padding on the seat may impact the triggering of the switch. For me it's been fine, but if I lean a little bit it'll disengage the switch and shut the mower off. It's a bit sensitive. I'm about 180lbs but if you're on the lighter side, you may need to add padding between the seat and the sensor before you install it.I haven't had it long but so far it's been great. No regrets. If it you need this seat and it fits your JD, I would recommend buying it.Edit 7-16-2022: One thing that I forgot to mention is that this seat doesn't have a low spot at the back of the seat bottom. The OEM seat had this low spot, and when it would rain water would pool there. I don't know if it's the angle of my seat mount on my mower but this seat lets the water roll right off. No puddle on the seat anymore. I love it.Edit 10-09-2023: 16 Months after purchase and this is the 2nd Summer. I was a very hot Summer this year which made the seat vinyl a little sticky. I think this is caused by sunlight degrading it. This did not happen with my original John Deere seat BUT I still think this seat is well worth the money. I would recommend some kind of seat cover if you leave your lawn tractor outside all summer or park it in the shade.

In my opinion it’s a quality product. Shipping was fast. Material feels more durable and softer than the original John Deere brittle vinyl. Was an exact fit for my X350 riding mower. No alterations were needed and installation took 5 minutes. Hardest part was removing the seat sensor from the old seat. Watch installation video it helps.

The replacement seat is great. It fits like the original and is very comfortable. I would recommend it to anybody!

Very high quality seat. It fit my Deere X350 perfectly. The seat switch fit very well and operated correctly. The shipping was extremely fast and well packaged. I highly recommend this seat.

I purchased this seat in January of 2022 and have spent a mowing/leaf pickup season sitting on it. Here's my report:2013 John Deere X360 purchased new. Replacing original seat held together with yellow duct tape since 2014. (Hear that John Deere? Cracking since 2014 and didn't stop.)Value wise, well it's a little cheaper than John Deere OEM. I decided on this particular one for price and that it wasn't made out of the same padding as my original cracked seat.The seat really looks good. The yellow is a direct match.I love the padding and the material it's made out of. Unlike my original seat that began cracking after year one of ownership (really, are you listening John Deere???), this is more of a firm/soft and "spongy" pad to say. I really can't explain, but it's just a softer seat and I doubt it will be prone to cracking. I also really love the top handle which sits higher than my original seat. It makes getting on/off just a little easier.Install of the seat was a snap. I did have to use a utility knife to clean a little out the area where the seat switch inserted, but it only took a couple of swipes and the switch went in.The part that makes me wish I could give a better review is the back padding of the seat. I just wish it had more lumbar to it. I almost feel like I'm slouching in this seat. I've moved the seat forward and backward in the tracks and also adjusted the springs under the seat, but after about 20 minutes my back actaully begins to feel it. I never had that problem with the OEM seat.Overall it's a good seat. I wish it was a great seat. It just needs a better lumber support on the back pad.If you have some back issues, this may not be the seat for you. Winter is coming and I use my X360 for snow removal as well. I just may switch the old seat back on and casually look for another replacement.

Came quickly, easy to install and feels real good, much better than the original seat.

Fit perfectly and looks great. functions well.

I have a John Deere x350 Lawn Tractor and of course the OEM seat has long since cracked, peeled and failed. This is despite the fact that it has been continuously housed in a shed.In any case, the durability of this seat is not yet established for me, but it could not do worse than the original.It installs easily and fits the same as the original. The safety contact fit fine and I did not need to make the modifications others have mentioned. I also did not have add any padding to get it to activate.It sits slightly higher than the original, and it seems to be not as slick as the original material, so it grabs your clothing more securely. That is a personal preference kind of thing, and was ok with me. I just want a seat that will not expose the foam and works reasonably well.So far, that is the case.