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

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.

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.

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...

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.