Guest JDP Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 OK, this is a little different type of subject and I was not even going to ask this, but after consideration I feel it is a topic that deserves a little discussion and hopefully I will gain some useful information. Two weeks ago I went on a 800 mile ride and by Monday morning I was in a little pain. No damage done, I am a tough nut to crack. :goofy: I think the problem is the seat on the VFR. It slopes toward the rear of the tank and after riding a while I usually end up with my boys against the back of the tank. Rough roads only compound the problem. I ordered a new Sargent seat and should have it in a few days. My question is what else is out there for protection or is the seat going to be all that is needed. Any info would be appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 Genmar risers : I would say 25% more comfy with them in my case I am 6 feet tall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest JDP Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 border='0' alt='user posted image' /> <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Ya but does it come in a XXXL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2003_VTEC_Rider Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 Ya but does it come in a XXXL Why, are you going to try and fit your whole lower body in one? :lol: Later, Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JDP Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 Why, are you going to try and fit your whole lower body in one? :lol: Later, Jeff <{POST_SNAPBACK}> :beer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 OK, this is a little different type of subject and I was not even going to ask this, but after consideration I feel it is a topic that deserves a little discussion and hopefully I will gain some useful information. Two weeks ago I went on a 800 mile ride and by Monday morning I was in a little pain. No damage done, I am a tough nut to crack. :beer: I think the problem is the seat on the VFR. It slopes toward the rear of the tank and after riding a while I usually end up with my boys against the back of the tank. Rough roads only compound the problem. I ordered a new Sargent seat and should have it in a few days. My question is what else is out there for protection or is the seat going to be all that is needed. Any info would be appreciated <{POST_SNAPBACK}> FYI the sargent seat helps keep you off the tank. I almost never have the trouble with mine. Of course if you already have the seat, then all bets are off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neboor Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 I noticed it depends on how you sit. if you up "on" the tank it cant be a pain sometimes. If you sit a little back it doesn't hurt. You just gotta play aroiund a little with it :P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer tooslow Posted June 20, 2006 Member Contributer Share Posted June 20, 2006 sounds a little kinky to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted June 20, 2006 Share Posted June 20, 2006 Just stay on the gas, no problems that way... :D :beer: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
?art West-VL. Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 Keep trying until there are two dips in the tank, problem solved! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JDP Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 I have heard that there is rider specific underwear available. In my original post I should have asked this question. Does anyone use this type of underwear and is it any good. I see that ICON offers some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 There are two companies that make adhesive grip sheets for you tank. I can't recall which I have but I believe it is stompgrip. Slap these on your tank and you have a lot more control with you legs helping keep your boys from getting crushed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer spotthedogg Posted June 30, 2006 Member Contributer Share Posted June 30, 2006 I wear a padded cycling underwear/liner on any longer rides. Sugoi Ricarro 2 liners to be exact, it's light mesh and has a great cycling pad/chamois in it. It's better than a typical cycling lycra short because it is cooler, but any padded cycling shorts help keep you drier, cooler and offer some padding and support. Every one of you should go get a pair, loose the briefs/boxers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer skuuter Posted June 30, 2006 Member Contributer Share Posted June 30, 2006 Honda makes a tank pad for the st1300(can't remember the part #).It comes with 2 sided tape mountings...made from rubber and stands away from the tank a little bit so it isolates you from the metal tank...looks good/works good...got one on mine. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer VFRGEEZER Posted June 30, 2006 Member Contributer Share Posted June 30, 2006 JDP. I think if you rode the bike like you ride a horse the jewels would be able to yeild many children. Use knee pressure on the gas tank to hold yourself in place. Doing that will also keep the pressure off your arms and hands when you stop or are going down hill. In fact that plus using your stomach muscles to support your weight will get weight off your hands and result in better steering as well. Or you could also do like they do with horses to make geldings. I'd opt for the knees myself :D Geezer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JDP Posted June 30, 2006 Share Posted June 30, 2006 JDP. I think if you rode the bike like you ride a horse the jewels would be able to yeild many children. Use knee pressure on the gas tank to hold yourself in place. Doing that will also keep the pressure off your arms and hands when you stop or are going down hill. In fact that plus using your stomach muscles to support your weight will get weight off your hands and result in better steering as well. Or you could also do like they do with horses to make geldings. I'd opt for the knees myself :D Geezer <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Damn, you scared me. :o Actually I do use my legs quite a bit but on that one 800 mile trip the legs would get tired and the stock seat would allow me to slide forward. I know have my new Sargent seat on and it seems to be a much better design. I see no way I am going to slip forward with this new seat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 1, 2006 Share Posted July 1, 2006 JDP, I have tried every position and it's one of my big complaints with the 6th gen. Let me know if the Sargent is working for you, and if you got a good deal on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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