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OdentonValkyrie
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« on: August 13, 2018, 04:15:44 AM » |
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Did a search...didn't see much info...
The stock seat is driving me nuts (shocker!). I just can't justify $600+ for the Corbin.
For those that have experience with the Airhawk:
1. Which model do you have? I assume the Cruiser Medium?
2. What do you think?
I rode a friend's Triumph Trophy SE that had one and I felt like I kept sliding forward on it. Maybe you get used to it... But it was comfortable.
Thanks!!
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Firefight100
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« Reply #1 on: August 13, 2018, 04:31:53 AM » |
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I have one. It's the Airhawk 2, AH2 medium. It fits the 1800 Valk perfect;y. And yes it took me a while to get use to it. I stated by airing it to the minimum, just enough that I could feel it there. Then increased it every couple weeks to where it is supporting my weight. I found a used one for 25.00. Check Craigslist or some consignment shops in your area.
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OdentonValkyrie
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« Reply #2 on: August 13, 2018, 05:06:36 AM » |
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Excellent....thanks for the info!!
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #3 on: August 13, 2018, 06:31:30 AM » |
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I've had a couple mediums for a long time. I needed it badly with my old worn out seat (since replaced).
If it has too much air in it, it will make the ride bouncy and you feel like you are rolling around on it (on hard braking or banking). Like an air mattress, they work best not more than half to 3/5 full.
The cover has a rubber bottom and really is non slip. They let air under you and is great in hot weather.
They have tie downs, but I never used them. But I stuck it in the saddle bags at stops (thieves).
It's been a while since I looked at them, but they used to come in two materials. One rubber, more expensive and a two year warranty. One plastic, less expensive, and only a one year warranty. It looks like they are now all polyurethane.
I stood up while riding to blow the heat out of my clothes, and plopped down hard enough to blow out a side seam. I tried repairing it myself with no success. It was only a month out of warranty and they encouraged me to send it in for possible repair. But as soon as they got it, they told me side seam blow outs were unrepairable, and they wanted a big inspection fee before they would return it. I had already told them about the side seam blowout before mailing it, and I took the whole episode as a company more interested in making money than giving service.
But aside from that, I believe the Airhawk cushion is the best and most economical way to make a lousy seat very good.
Not only can you experiment with how much air you put in, but even the medium can be slid a little forward or backward under you for different comfort feels (and relief of sore ass syndrome). Along with moving your feet back and forth between hwy pegs and regular pegs.
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« Last Edit: August 13, 2018, 06:37:11 AM by Jess from VA »
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OdentonValkyrie
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« Reply #4 on: August 13, 2018, 09:33:50 AM » |
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Thanks for taking the time to respond! Good info...
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Firefight100
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« Reply #5 on: August 13, 2018, 04:22:18 PM » |
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Dont use it without tying it down. I stood up on a hwy exit ramp and lost mine. Had to go a ways back to get it. Mine now has some thin shock cords on it
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Northener
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« Reply #6 on: August 14, 2018, 04:49:18 AM » |
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Going to try lambs wool pad, should be arriving sometime this week.
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Valkyrie0002
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« Reply #7 on: August 16, 2018, 05:22:09 AM » |
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I bought a gel pad for longer rides. Have not tried it yet as I need to run the strap under the seat.
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Been riding since about 1985. 1st bike was a CB900F then 88 CBR1000 , 1990 VFR750F and 94 CBR1000F. I bought my 2000 Std. Valkyrie new in 01. Was an MSF Rider Coach for 12 years. New owner of a 2014 Valk, Red, Non ABS.
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #8 on: August 16, 2018, 06:11:24 AM » |
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I bought a gel pad for longer rides. Have not tried it yet as I need to run the strap under the seat.
I have read gel pads retain heat. Let us know your experience with that issue please. |
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Valkyrie0002
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« Reply #9 on: August 16, 2018, 08:37:15 AM » |
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I bought a gel pad for longer rides. Have not tried it yet as I need to run the strap under the seat.
I have read gel pads retain heat. Let us know your experience with that issue please. I hope not. Guess we'll see. |
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Been riding since about 1985. 1st bike was a CB900F then 88 CBR1000 , 1990 VFR750F and 94 CBR1000F. I bought my 2000 Std. Valkyrie new in 01. Was an MSF Rider Coach for 12 years. New owner of a 2014 Valk, Red, Non ABS.
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MnM Valk 97
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« Reply #10 on: August 18, 2018, 04:23:58 AM » |
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I picked up a Wild Ass cushion in Sturgis because I was getting saddle sore after 4 days. I got the Smart Airgel because it was all I could find in town. It makes a world of difference.
I really like it, but air pressure adjustment is critical. Maybe even more so with the gel. If the air is too low it feels squirmy. If it's too high it'll get bouncy. I haven't strapped it down (yet) because I leave it off for my more spirited rides - having it on feels slightly disconnected from the bike, but for typical rides it's great. When I get a few minutes I'll use some flat bungees and Plasti-dip some flat S-hooks to catch the edge of the seat. I had it get bunched up under me for a while on a hot, humid day, and it was like sitting on a cat.
I had planned to order one for the pillion, too. Since we're riding a few hundred miles from MA into and around VT tomorrow, I think instead I'll check out an Air Hawk because it's available nearby. If the quality is comparable I'll give it a try. It's also substantially cheaper, which is a plus.
I'll try to remember to update the outcome.
Update: Dealer didn't have one as I expected. Still looking. May pass on the pillion cushion and just get the '97 Tourer back on the road instead. She loves that seat! ;-)
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Shrubbo
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« Reply #11 on: August 20, 2018, 02:16:50 AM » |
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Just keep in mind it may not make any difference. For me it made absolutely 100% no difference.
I had some success by getting my seat shaped (They take the cover off and carve out some foam) so you sit more in it then on it and relieve some pressure points. Still a horrible seat but I could ride it for more then 40 minutes.
I had much better success with the Corbin.
It does seem like I am an unlucky minority on this as most appear to have success with Airhawks but the bullet point here is that it may not make any difference except to your wallet.
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2014 Valkyrie, crap stuck on it everywhere!
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OdentonValkyrie
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« Reply #12 on: August 20, 2018, 09:33:37 AM » |
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Just keep in mind it may not make any difference. For me it made absolutely 100% no difference.
I had some success by getting my seat shaped (They take the cover off and carve out some foam) so you sit more in it then on it and relieve some pressure points. Still a horrible seat but I could ride it for more then 40 minutes.
I had much better success with the Corbin.
It does seem like I am an unlucky minority on this as most appear to have success with Airhawks but the bullet point here is that it may not make any difference except to your wallet.
Thanks for the info... |
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