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Message started by ChicagoRider on 06/11/08 at 11:36:48

Title: My seat modification for tall people – with pics
Post by ChicagoRider on 06/11/08 at 11:36:48

Hi all, this website is the most complete repository of LS650 information in the world, kudos to you all!

I bought a used 2007 S40, its my first bike. I enjoy it, its inexpensive, lightweight, nimble, and gets excellent gas mileage.
I have one major complaint – the seat is horrible for tall people.

I’m 6’2” and the hump in the seat forces me forward into a cramped position.
I read all the seat and forward control mods and decided to remove the hump.

I cut out strips of carpet padding, stacked and glued them together, and secured them to the seat with string.
I bought a motorcycle seat cover on eBay for $39 and tied it using wire. Total mod cost was about $50.
By flattening and raising the seat I can now sit back further. I’ve been riding for a month like this and its wonderful.

This mod is completely removable, I can revert back anytime if desired.

I know it doesn’t look pretty because its not professionally upholstered, but it feels great so I’m happy.

Here are my pics: http://tightwadweb.com/seatmod.html

Title: Re: My seat modification for tall people – with pi
Post by youzguyz on 06/11/08 at 13:02:07

I like the look.. well done!

Title: Re: My seat modification for tall people – with pi
Post by Paladin. on 06/11/08 at 14:58:45

You did good. If you don't mind, a repost in the tech section with the images in the message rather than a link would be appreciated by a lot of taller riders.

Title: Re: My seat modification for tall people – with pi
Post by FreeSpirit on 06/11/08 at 16:20:09

I like that! Expecially the fact that you can take it off easily if you want to!!

So it dosent move around....And you have no problem with it staying there/in place?

I had read somewhere to use carpet padding ,so I was looking into that part.....Cool!

(since I cant afford the air hawk yet)

Title: Re: My seat modification for tall people – with pi
Post by FreeSpirit on 06/11/08 at 16:40:26

Ok,sorry I looked at it again,and see better what you did....you have the original seat and padding,the whole thing wrapped/covered.

I see its tightly done....and the carpet padding should stay in one place,right?

I have the solo drivers seat that I want to do.Reason for my questions. :)

Title: Re: My seat modification for tall people – with pi
Post by ChicagoRider on 06/11/08 at 17:02:40

that's right, it wrapped up tight. It does not shift around because the 5 strings are wrapped underneath the seat strap.

Title: Re: My seat modification for tall people – with pi
Post by Sandy Koocanusa on 06/11/08 at 17:04:55

That's similar to what I did on mine. You won't regret it for an instant. I am so much more comfortable now. I can ride, and ride, and...

Title: Re: My seat modification for tall people – with pi
Post by FreeSpirit on 06/11/08 at 17:15:43

7F6A6A692221100 wrote:

that's right, it wrapped up tight. It does not shift around because the 5 strings are wrapped underneath the seat strap.

Thanks!!
I dont have a seat strap on the solo/drivers seat,but I can wrap the strings under the seat maybe :-/ Or just try to get it on as tight as possible.

I wouldnt think carpet padding would slide anyway :-/

I'm definitely going to try it ;)

(I'm paying out so much on my medical insurance deductible that this is perfect solution for me...I needed a cheaper way ;)

Title: Re: My seat modification for tall people – with pi
Post by Trippah on 06/11/08 at 17:41:17

This seems to be almost a response to another recent post inquiring about bench seating- which allows a rider to scoot around a bit. Looks like an interesting mod..good job.