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« on: November 25, 2014, 05:46:57 PM » |
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Hi guys, I've been riding the old Valkyries waiting for something new to come out, well the new Valk isn't what I wanted but it's starting to grow on me, I know the thing must ride great but how does the old lady like it? I ride east coast to the west coast once a year and was concerned about the passenger comfort, can you guys give me some input? Thanks,jim
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mrtappan
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« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2014, 06:25:06 PM » |
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I think the back seat is more asthetic than functional.
Right after I bought mine I went to Thunder Beach. It was barely able to hold a very small backpack.
If the comfort of the front seat is any indication of the comfort of the back, you won't like it. 150 miles was about the end of the comfort on the front seat.
They didn't design the bike as a tourer (that's what the GW/F6B are for) so comfort isn't it's strong suit.
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Chadleys1
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« Reply #2 on: November 25, 2014, 07:27:51 PM » |
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In stock form, not the greatest for two up.
If you saw one side by side with a real two up touring bike, it is obvious that two up wouldn't be the new G-Valk's forte'.
That being said, I am in love with mine and couldn't be happier with it for solo riding.
AND... There are seating options becoming available that would surely make your passenger happier than stock.
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« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2014, 03:03:13 AM » |
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my opinion only, no bang for the buck, a waste of $$$$ and i think another limited life bike that will not be supported
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #4 on: December 11, 2014, 03:31:25 AM » |
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my opinion only, no bang for the buck, a waste of $$$$ and i think another limited life bike that will not be supported
Nah, there's a couple more...  I'm finding mine to be hard to get comfortable on, but worth all the effort  -Mike |
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mrtappan
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« Reply #5 on: December 11, 2014, 08:46:44 AM » |
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Don't all bikes have limited lives? You know, like how they no longer make the first generation Valkyries?
Anyways, I wouldn't recommend buying one if you primarily ride a passenger or want to tour. They definitely make other bikes that are far better options for that.
It's a really fun bike for solo short trips but that's it. It's not designed to be a tourer and I don't expect that out of it.
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #6 on: December 11, 2014, 08:49:52 AM » |
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It's not designed to be a tourer and I don't expect that out of it.
I do.
-Mike "its a flipping Goldwing"
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mrtappan
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« Reply #7 on: December 11, 2014, 09:03:42 AM » |
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More power to you.
I bought mine as a toy so touring on it wasn't factored in to my decision that's why I don't expect it to be. I would like some of those new Corbin bags for convenience but that's it for me.
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f6gal
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« Reply #8 on: December 11, 2014, 05:04:29 PM » |
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Hmmm, how to answer... biting tongue. Haha!
Seriously, though, the stock passenger seat is not really that... not many could ride very far on it. That said, aftermarket options are becoming available. Corbin already offers a two-up saddle, and others likely will soon.
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woofred1832
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« Reply #9 on: January 20, 2015, 08:35:13 AM » |
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from woofred1832 member#36580 I had a 1998 1500 valkyrie sold it to my harley friend after he rode it and had to have one. Now I have a 2014 valkyrie Had bags put on,did my own windshield, installed hwy pegs and led driving lites,not hondas! Cant wait for warmer weather 55 degrees or better. Planing my ride to Atlanta area to see a friend I havent seen for 15 years. Comments about the seat are unreal I have had 7 bikes and the valkyries have had the best seats of all bikes Ive riden. Wainting for a nice sunny day then will take and post pictures.My base email is blondie5052@gmail.com Would love to talk to you |
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WNGD
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« Reply #10 on: March 11, 2015, 11:21:09 AM » |
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Take a great touring bike, strip off all the touring stuff and then wonder how it is as a tourer....it will take more than an aftermarket seat  For cross country? Forget about it |
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #11 on: March 11, 2015, 11:50:46 AM » |
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Take a great touring bike, strip off all the touring stuff and then wonder how it is as a tourer....it will take more than an aftermarket seat For cross country? Forget about it I'm going cross country to SD this summer on mine. It is plenty comfortable enough now, and my Corbin bags are sitting in the living room waiting on me to install them. I have an ugly Givi top case on it now, it'll be off most of the time, but it will be on for the ride to SD... -Mike "it is a flipping goldwing" |
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woofred1832
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« Reply #12 on: March 12, 2015, 07:22:07 AM » |
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Got a trip planned to north of Atlanta near the end of March, then starting plans for a late summer trip up through Michigan, up into canada, across to the end of the lakes ,then down into US and head back home. I dont expect any problems , and comfort will not be an issue, some people expect the bike to be like sitting in their easy chair, your ride is what you make it,and mine is set for me.....................woofred
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mrtappan
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« Reply #13 on: March 12, 2015, 11:19:08 AM » |
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U went across country three time on a stock seat on a Yamaha Roadliner and one time on the same bike with a gel seat. Every bike is different and I definitely think comfort wise the seat is the new Valkyrie biggest problem. Which in realty is only a problem if you can't afford a new seat so it's not a huge issue for most people. I wouldn't call it a deal breaker when debating on buying one unless you never plan to upgrade the seat.
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Chadleys1
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« Reply #14 on: March 14, 2015, 05:24:39 AM » |
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The more hours you spend in the '14/'15 Goldwing F6C Valkyrie stock seat, the more you will learn to appreciate it. It is almost like you have to break it in, when really you are getting used to it. I initially perceived the stock seat as too hard/firm. Now, I have come to realize that firmness is exactly what is keeping my buttbones from "bottoming out" after 6 hours on the bike. I think the seat is brilliantly engineered, and looks so good. |
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #15 on: March 14, 2015, 05:43:19 AM » |
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I put a Utopia backrest on my stock seat right off the bat. Without the
handlebar mods I finally made, I liked the OEM seat better than
the Corbin seat I got... not that the Cobin is bad, but it moved me
even a tiny bit further back. The OEM passenger seat is kind of useless
though...
I still imagine, after the pain of what I've done $o far is behind me,
finding out what the OEM pan with a Russel+backrest would be
like as a solo setup.
-Mike
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woofred1832
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« Reply #16 on: March 14, 2015, 07:08:21 AM » |
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For longer than just day rides I always pack a carry- in bag and put it close behind me to lean against for added back support.Rain suit and leathers go in the bags and stay on the bike all year, see ya on the road.................rode 162 miles yesterday breaking in my seat just fine...
woofred
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