My first long ride
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From: nebraska
several have mentioned MeanCity Cycle seat MOD .
i sent my stock seat to MeanCity to have it narrowed and lowerd a cpl inchs/ i am short . i also had memory foam added for comfort.
after the seat broke in / about 600 miles . it looked great very comfey .
i have rode several 500 mile days NP.
It was super thrifty total coast was just under $150 that included shipping both ways. way cheaper than buying a new seat.
i sent my stock seat to MeanCity to have it narrowed and lowerd a cpl inchs/ i am short . i also had memory foam added for comfort.
after the seat broke in / about 600 miles . it looked great very comfey .
i have rode several 500 mile days NP.
It was super thrifty total coast was just under $150 that included shipping both ways. way cheaper than buying a new seat.
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From: Mississippi
Hey Jon0807, I have an 06 RKC. before you change seats, definitely get an adjustable riders backrest. I have HD version. I had the same problem and was in very good shape. After placing the backrest, All went away except for sore butt and I fixed that with the replacement of my stock seat with the sundowner. Now I can ride all day. Once, I took the backrest off (easy latch and slip out of bracket) and knew I would regret it after 5 minutes...I did.
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From: Western WA
1st mod of significance I did with my RK was to visit a local seat guru (Rich's Custom Seats). He kept the stock seat pan, modified stock foam, added new foam and a gel pad to conform specifically to my butt and thigh position on the bike, then re-covered in leather. I chose leather cuz it'll breathe for long/hot rides. I was sliding fwd on the stock RK seat because I was trying to sit further back (long legs), and the new "pocket" is right on now. Haven't had a chance to test it on a long ride yet, but its already been $$ well spent (but not cheap!). He'll do mail order, but in-person custom fitting is his forte.
Longest one-day ride I did on my WG was 650 mi - all the way back home from the Redwood Run. Flanders drag bars + LePera King Cobra seat = not the best long mile comfort! I was squirming while the guys on the baggers were comfy. Loved the look, but after that trip I got a Mustang Touring saddle for long trips! Even so, monkey butt would happen on hot days due to the vinyl cover.
Longest one-day ride I did on my WG was 650 mi - all the way back home from the Redwood Run. Flanders drag bars + LePera King Cobra seat = not the best long mile comfort! I was squirming while the guys on the baggers were comfy. Loved the look, but after that trip I got a Mustang Touring saddle for long trips! Even so, monkey butt would happen on hot days due to the vinyl cover.
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The bars in my signature are wo 12.5's. The bars in the post pictures are wo 14's. They may look taller cause of the 17" LRS shield.
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I have taken my seat into an upholstery shop and have them put 1" of soft foam in the seat , pretty cheap and really made a big difference for me , have done that with a few bikes
are you saying we make things bigger? : ) Just kidding
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I got a sheepskin seat pad which helped on my ride last year 1500 miles 5 days
abandon underwear made of cotton as it wicks moisture when you sweat.
Backrest is a plus, I did my trip without last year and did not have any highway pegs; those would have been great and I have them now.
Stock seat, no rebuild or mod to it, it appears to work well enough for me.
Hydrate, stretch when you can and walk around when you get another tank of fuel.
Ride safe.
abandon underwear made of cotton as it wicks moisture when you sweat.
Backrest is a plus, I did my trip without last year and did not have any highway pegs; those would have been great and I have them now.
Stock seat, no rebuild or mod to it, it appears to work well enough for me.
Hydrate, stretch when you can and walk around when you get another tank of fuel.
Ride safe.
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Hey Jon0807, I have an 06 RKC. before you change seats, definitely get an adjustable riders backrest. I have HD version. I had the same problem and was in very good shape. After placing the backrest, All went away except for sore butt and I fixed that with the replacement of my stock seat with the sundowner. Now I can ride all day. Once, I took the backrest off (easy latch and slip out of bracket) and knew I would regret it after 5 minutes...I did.
I don't suppose you sell glasses do you? I know a few women that are hard of seeing lol
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several have mentioned MeanCity Cycle seat MOD .
i sent my stock seat to MeanCity to have it narrowed and lowerd a cpl inchs/ i am short . i also had memory foam added for comfort.
after the seat broke in / about 600 miles . it looked great very comfey .
i have rode several 500 mile days NP.
It was super thrifty total coast was just under $150 that included shipping both ways. way cheaper than buying a new seat.
i sent my stock seat to MeanCity to have it narrowed and lowerd a cpl inchs/ i am short . i also had memory foam added for comfort.
after the seat broke in / about 600 miles . it looked great very comfey .
i have rode several 500 mile days NP.
It was super thrifty total coast was just under $150 that included shipping both ways. way cheaper than buying a new seat.
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From: East Tn Foot of The Dragon
There are several things a rider is battleing with regard to backside comfort. Skin stretch, circulation and moisture. Many pads/seats address some, but not all. Posture is important, keeping dry and clothing material is also important. I have "played" with many solutuions, some with good results, some not. Sheepskins work well, but can be an issue when traveling and encouter a big rain and they get wet, heavy and hard to dry out. Bead pads, such as Beadrider are excellent for the money, they solve all of the listed issues and rain is not a problem. Gel does not solve the moisture{sweat} issue. Skin stretch is a problem. As far as seats, the only seat that I have used that solves all the above problems is The Ultimate. They are porous covered seats and the "Cadilac" of seats that perform as advertized. If you buy this seat, do not spend the extra on the color/logo stuff. They resell quickley if you change bikes, but colors etc limit the buyers. I also advise the seat covers for parking or riding in the rain. As far as seat pads/covers the Air Hawk 2 is an outstanding solution. They are not pretty, but my wife wont ride without it, and I consider her a "road warrior" with all the miles she has logged with me. The Air Hawk 2 is avail on Amazon for $80 shipped and they work. {retail $169}
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