dbezerkeley Posted June 17, 2015 Share Posted June 17, 2015 Before spending big $ on a seat that may not do the trick, I'm going to try gel and/or air seat pads first for longer rides. Based on the lack of postings on them, my impression is that they don't seem to be a popular approach. Anyone have any experience with them, and which one best fit the FJ-09? I'll share my experiences, I've ordered a Saddleman gel pad to try first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vern Posted June 18, 2015 Share Posted June 18, 2015 I tried the Luimoto Gold Gel Rider Kit Insert when I changed out the seat covers. I am not sure that it made any difference at all. Can see the product and installation videos here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmoto Posted June 18, 2015 Share Posted June 18, 2015 Ordered an Alaska Leather sheep skin pad. Will be here on Friday and report will follow this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkmama Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 I tried the Bead Rider, beaded seat cover and slipped and slid all over the place! Not a good feeling when zipping thru the twistes! Don't waste your money on the Seat Concepts either. I took it off and put the stock seat back on. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pavemike Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Air hawk. I've used the same one on two previous bikes. A little pricey, but great for any touring you do and they are absolutely bombproof!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmoto Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 The butt pad works great except...the bayonet attachments for the strap. Hits me right the back if the upper thighs. If you go this route, you may want to specify the velcro attachment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thruster8999 Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Air hawk. I've used the same one on two previous bikes. A little pricey, but great for any touring you do and they are absolutely bombproof!! Tha airhawk looks great but if I add that to my my seat I might be on my tippy toes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidproquo Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 The Airhawk would probably be the least tall of all possible pad options. You need very little air to get the most benefit. The seat's shape itself is part of the problem as it is a bit crowned and forces the hips apart unlike seats with more of a dish. the air hawk helps a bit but the crown issue is still there. After 200 miles on the stock seat, 2000 miles on the Airhawk, I just ordered a Corbin. We shall see... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbezerkeley Posted July 6, 2015 Author Share Posted July 6, 2015 I ordered and tried a Saddleman gel pad on my 4th of July holiday ride. It was hard to keep it in position getting on and off, and it felt like sitting on jello. Couldn't tell it was helping with butt burn, and on the second day I took it off and it felt good not to have to think about it. I wore padded bicycle pants under my leathers and those seemed to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctrlaltdl Posted July 6, 2015 Share Posted July 6, 2015 I just did a 1200 mile trip a few weekends ago. I have a Seat Concepts seat and a AirHawk pad. After a few hours I found that it was more comfortable without the AirHawk, which was giving me 'schweddy balls' (in triple digit weather), and ended up taking it off for the rest of the trip. I have a Corbin seat on my Triumph Sprint, but it has very little padding and I won't ride longer than an hour on that bike without the AirHawk. I find that the Seat Concepts foam is quite firm, and it doesn't feel very soft or forgiving at first, but it really shines after you've spent a couple hours on it. The AirHawk is nice as well, but you feel disconnected from the bike when you ride aggressively and your butt kind of shifts around in the twisties. It takes very little air, so even though it's 1-2 inches thick you are really only 1/4-1/2" off of your seat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member wessie Posted July 6, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted July 6, 2015 a mate swears by this bean bag http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251959793541 I bought one on his recommendation but have not been convinced that it is effective. I might give it another go now I have the seat raised to the high position. Cheap to try before more costly solutions. This signature is left blank as the poster writes enough pretentious bollocks as it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member estell Posted July 11, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted July 11, 2015 I tried the Saddleman gel pad. I did not find it more comfortable and took it off. 2015 red FJ-09: Cal Sci screen, Sargent seat, ECU flash, slider combo, cruise, Rizoma bars, Matts forks, JRi shock, slipper clutch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motomachines Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 We have this seat called the Amphibious Soft Seat, which basically lets you let out air through the air-release valve to form fit to your butt. We've tested it here on our Honda NC700X, Yamaha Super Tenere, and BMW S1000R. All in all, I'd say it definitely makes the ride more comfortable, and have even used it at some of those Progressive International Motorcycle Shows to help deal with a numb butt. Air can be let back into the cushion to give a more cushion-y feel if desired. A tad pricey at $79.95-$89.95, but you get what you pay for. It's a universal fit cushion, has a non-grip surface on the bottom and a suede finish on top. This is one on the Tenere: http://www.motomachines.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rszk Posted July 13, 2015 Share Posted July 13, 2015 That price is pretty good for the Amphibious Softseat, except for that darn exchange rate to Canada, plus the shipping costs. I wish I would have known about this as I need one for my wife for the pillion seat...but we are leaving on the weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motomachines Posted July 14, 2015 Share Posted July 14, 2015 That price is pretty good for the Amphibious Softseat, except for that darn exchange rate to Canada, plus the shipping costs. I wish I would have known about this as I need one for my wife for the pillion seat...but we are leaving on the weekend. Dang that's too bad! Where are you guys headed off to? http://www.motomachines.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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