Triumphrat

drdarren · 10-19-2009, 12:32 PM

Hi all, I just took my first long distance ride on it to the Florida Keys. I live in florida so long distance for me was 200 miles each way. Any way my butt kept getting numb so i want to know if any one has tried the long distance seats and if so, are they much better?

Thanks.

btw, please no one yell at me for multiple posts but i am looking for as much feedback as i can get.

Allyj · 10-19-2009, 12:58 PM

As i said Darren on the other forum, try putting your legs up on the pillion pegs, takes the pressure off your back side by putting you in a different riding position, works very well for me.

DrNick · 10-19-2009, 02:20 PM

I installed the Longhaul seat - more for my wife than for me since the stock passenger pillion is grossly inadequate. I did not fine the stock rider seat uncomfortable. Took the TBird for a trip 2 weeks ago with the new seat and though that it was fine, as cruiser seats go. They (cruisers) all put your weight too far back with pressure being put on your coccyx (tailbone) as a result. A more neutral sitting position, such as found on a standard is best for long rides. Anyway, the Longhaul seat works for me and provides a comfortable ride for a passenger.

KingOfFleece · 10-19-2009, 02:47 PM

www.greatdaytoride.com. He's in FLA and has done 3 seats for me-all 100% great. Cheap, too.

DOUBLEL · 10-19-2009, 04:06 PM

If you don't mind the stock seat for everyday riding, you might try buying the Airhawk - it is an air filled cushion that is great. I bought it for my America since that seat left me with a sore butt. This company started making seats for bed ridden and wheelchair patients and expanded to motorcycles. It cost around $150, but is is worth it. It has pockets or chambers that you literally just blow up the thing to get your comfort level. It doesn't take much either. I first blew the thing up and felt like I was on a mountain. Then, I read the directions. Just a little did the trick. Basically it just sits on top of your stock seat and I strap it down with two small bungie cords. It finished with a kind of vinyl/cloth fabric and is very well made. Read about it, it may save you a couple of hundred and save your butt too.

phavas · 10-19-2009, 04:12 PM

DON'T get a corbin.
Cheers,
Zaphod

drdarren · 10-19-2009, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOUBLEL

If you don't mind the stock seat for everyday riding, you might try buying the Airhawk - it is an air filled cushion that is great. I bought it for my America since that seat left me with a sore butt. This company started making seats for bed ridden and wheelchair patients and expanded to motorcycles. It cost around $150, but is is worth it. It has pockets or chambers that you literally just blow up the thing to get your comfort level. It doesn't take much either. I first blew the thing up and felt like I was on a mountain. Then, I read the directions. Just a little did the trick. Basically it just sits on top of your stock seat and I strap it down with two small bungie cords. It finished with a kind of vinyl/cloth fabric and is very well made. Read about it, it may save you a couple of hundred and save your butt too.

thanks i will check it out

mustang66man · 10-19-2009, 09:02 PM

I have the longhaul dual seat and it is quite a bit more comfortable than the stock one. The backrest really tops it off.

kurtyboom · 10-20-2009, 10:57 AM

It's all about seat shape and foam.
I'm going to have Renazco Racing do mine this winter.

Allyj · 10-20-2009, 02:05 PM

I think im going to work on getting bigger fatter arse for more comfort