Jerry Eichenberger
Serious Thumper
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2006 S40. OEM windshield, saddle bags, Sportster
Posts: 2919
Columbus, Ohio
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Yes, my seat is a stock one. I will investigate more about a gel seat soon. I have only ridden my S40 about 200 miles since I got it a few weeks ago. Here in Ohio, we're still in the rainy and chilly season - it'll be another couple of weeks before the weather gets more dependable.
Up until about 5 years ago, I was a dedicated bicyclist, and went thru several iterations of saddles until I was comfortable. But, of course, guys have different issues, particularly on bicycle saddles. It was a physical injury caused by male anatomy that caused me to give up bicycling. At my age (mid 50s then), there is a huge correlation between prostate trauma and bicycles.
And, after I take the MSF course in two more weeks, then I'll get serious about the seat.
I really don't anticipate many, if any, really long road trips. I bought the bike for fun, for riding 32 miles round trip to the airport on weekends, and a once in a while commute to work, 18 miles round trip, running errands, and that sort of thing. My wife will never get on it with me.
So, my concerns about long range comfort weren't all that great. I wanted a smallish bike (almost bought a Rebel) that I can re-learn on, but with enough power to cruise if I want to, and give me the other benefits of some power without buying a huge machine. To me, the S40 fits those needs very well.
Good luck with your decision.
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