Sore arse...

[KoroJ]

I found I would get uncomfortable within 200km when riding on SH1 or two-up. It's the subtle shifting of weight on a curly road that provides comfort, so if you can shift your position/weight forward & back on the seat it seems to make a difference. I also pop back onto the rear seat in towns to shift the pressure.

I did 1323 kms yesterday on two fills, ie 400, 400 & 500 kms per stint ( report here http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/bl...9500&entry=239 ) and didn't have a problem walking up the stairs to the house afterward. That was on a stock ST seat with no gels or sheepskins.

[bane]

get a fatter arse (hey works for me!)

The riding position and seat of the gsx are pretty comfy (compared to most sportbikes anyway).

The foam in your seat may be getting a bit tired if it's uncomfortable after only a couple of hours. Rider Custom Seats (pm Cajun) will do a foam replacement (of much higher quality and comfort) for around $200ish - well worth it if you plan to keep the bike for a while.

[007XX]

Hi 007XX,
Yes the gel seat idea appeals, and the idea of a "wicked" gel seat somehow appeals more .....
And yes ... my posterior is .... as yet "unseasoned", Butt ... it's too early to say whether mine needs garnishing ??
I think that 'personally' .... I could go on for about 9 hours and ..... 15 minutes on the right mount lol .... Butt I digress ....

I may have to trade the GSXF in on something a bit more adventuresome. I have been eyeing up a new Bandit 1250 ... however I am cautious not to let my GSXF see that I'm flirting with another bike .... I may have to save the "accessorising" for my new mount. Thanks for the advice.

Oh, you will fit just perfectly around here Double entenders are definitely the norm...

Bandits are awesome bikes, I"ve always had a soft spot for them.
Although, you cannot beat a Triumph Tiger or Sprint for pleasure for two...up that is!

The gel seat I have been quoted on were generally in the mid 300's...Good luck!

Oh, and also...ignore young Jrandom!!!He's a dodgy character!

[Gizzit]

Sheepskin Sales in Otaki (http://www.sheepskins.co.nz/) will custom make one while you wait for a pretty good price. I've bought 2 off them - good quality and fit. Mate stuck one on his GSX too.

PS: the Bandit's seat could be more comfortable...
PPS: ride more - train your butt
PPPS: after a GC (I've done 5) your butt isn't the only thing that's sore...

How do sheepskins do when they are wet? Just wondering what they are like to tour with if you are getting them wet one day, and hopping back on the next .... ?? Whats the drill ??

[Gizzit]

lols... OMG.. a male that is obedient...

well done that man

enjoy the ride & do let us know how well the pills work!!

Well ..... those pills sure ... straightened me out !! don't know if they will help my bike riding though .... the tank seems a bit closer now ??!!

[Gizzit]

What Kickaha saidI have a Rider Custom Seat (see Custom seat evaluation fromBlackbird). Was totally awesome for the Rusty Nuts Grand Challenge (1000miles 1600km). Any seat ya can do 1600km+ and still feel like riding afterwards has got to be worth it. Don't waste ya time with sheep skin (have tried that). No good in the wet.

Yes that Rider Seat sounds like the thing to go for. I was wondering about sheepskins once they are wet .... I don't fancy sitting on a soggy set for 100's of K's.

[Gizzit]

just stand up on ur pegs and give ur ass a good rub and shake ur legs to get the blood flowing

Yes I was doing that Tom .... standing up .... but wasn't rubbing my butt !! I kinda thought standing up ridding up the motorway in the middle of the night in the rain ... at 110Kmh was enough !! : ) next time I may get brave !!! lol.

[Bonez]

How do sheepskins do when they are wet? Just wondering what they are like to tour with if you are getting them wet one day, and hopping back on the next .... ?? Whats the drill ??

Just sit on the them. Decent weather gear stops your arse getting wet.

[RiderInBlack]

I was wondering about sheepskins once they are wet .... I don't fancy sitting on a soggy set for 100's of K's.

I know I didn't. Had that problem first GC I did. It was for that reason I went to a Rider Seat. Those who know me, know I ride on a tight budget and will do things myself if I can, but I have not regretted forking out $500 ta Mac for one of his seats.

[xgnr]

Pretty much, yeah.

Try doing a few 6-hour rides on a roadracer pushbike. You'll realise that whinging about any motorcycle saddle is pure self-indulgence.

And you'll also realise why lycra shorts are a Good Thing (tm). Wearing my cycling shorts under my leathers will be my main concession to arse comfort if I ever do a Grand Challenge.

Shit yes this makes sense... will give it a crack ... no undies

[Gizzit]

Oh, you will fit just perfectly around here Double entenders are definitely the norm...

Bandits are awesome bikes, I"ve always had a soft spot for them.
Although, you cannot beat a Triumph Tiger or Sprint for pleasure for two...up that is!

The gel seat I have been quoted on were generally in the mid 300's...Good luck!

Oh, and also...ignore young Jrandom!!!He's a dodgy character!

Well .... I always try and fit in perfectly ... especially around hair ... here ...
Yes I do like the look of the new Bandit 1250 .... Im pleased to hear you ...... have a soft spot for them.
I will have to bow to your knowledge and experience on how good a Tiger is .... persoanlly I'm a bit supprised you are happy with a sprinter ... still whatever smokes your tyres I guess .....

Thanks for the heads up on the dodgy character !! I've heard there are the "odd" one of those around

[Kwaka14]

In my experience you gradually get road fit over time, I practiced for the GC a couple of years ago and the difference was amazing, I went from aboy 200 km in a hit to maybe 5 or 600 just stopping for fuel and back to about 95% after 10 minutes off the bike. Corbin Seats are awesome though although they don't promote moving round in the seat too much sometimes which can be a problem. Never had a Gel seat and I've found Sheepskin (for me) to be a waste of time. Just stop farting about and get in to the groove.

[Gizzit]

I know I didn't. Had that problem first GC I did. It was for that reason I went to a Rider Seat. Those who know me, know I ride on a tight budget and will do things myself if I can, but I have not regretted forking out $500 ta Mac for one of his seats.

Yep I will certainly look at that for my next bike .... I want to enjoy all my rides as much as possible so I think that makes good sense.

Are you at Planet Honda ?? I brought my Blue GSXF750 in there for a service just over a week ago. It's going real well ... but I think it could definitely be more comfortable.
Thanks for the advice on the Rider Seat. It has been mentioned earlier in this thread, so obviously has good following.
Cheers,
Grant.

[RiderInBlack]

Are you at Planet Honda ??

Na, but they do all the work on my bike. I find the Head Mechanic Greg good ta work with and helpful with advice.

[johnnyflash]

Ok ... I may need to harden up .... "butt" after about 2 hours or so of riding my GSX750F, my bum is bloody sore! Is it my bike ? or am I a wimp? Do I need a replacement seat ? ... am I expecting too much to be able to ride for about 300Km or so between breaks ?
Any "printable" advice please........ I'd like to get to the bottom of this.

Yep, had the same problem with my old 750F solved it by buying a VL1500 Boulevard