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I live in PA and I absolutely hate when they put down tar and chip, it creates the worse mess possible on any road where its applied especially for motorcycles and you're right for some dumb reason they put it on roads that don't need repair. | |||
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In PA I can tell you they don't apply it to the roads professionally like you've described in AZ, they rely on vehicle traffic to compact it and not proper construction equipment. Its a real mess for several days after the tar/chip is first put down. | |||
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Riding a bike is a great way to relieve stress for me and it brings out sights, sounds, and smells that you never will notice from inside a vehicle. I had put most of my riding on hold for the last 25 years as we raised a family but started again 2 years ago and I respect my bike and it's power much more than I did in 1980 when I purchased it. | |||
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Ryanp225, congrats man! Life on two wheels is the best. That looks like a fun bike! It’s definitely a good way to remove boredom from your life. Whenever I have not ridden in a while and I hop on my Yamaha R1 I feel almost like Han Solo and Chewie making the jump to light speed when I go hard on the throttle. HELLO million dollar supercar level of acceleration.  You’re going to be surprised how many people will approach you and begin to talk to you about motorcycles when you stop for gas. It happens to me all the time. It’s not just moto guys who will approach you and chat about your machine either. The owner of this Lamborghini was pretty cool. He launched it leaving the gas station.  Stay safe and enjoy the ride.  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The price of liberty and even of common humanity is eternal vigilance | |||
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This company has had a bit of bad press in the last few years. They make their own seat pans, and the fit has been reported to be hit and miss. There have been reports of them not answering phones on a regular basis. I bought a BMW F700GS earlier this year (my first ride). Like the OP, I wanted something with a fairly upright seating position. I've since put a Sargent seat on it - much better, but I think I'll need one of the Airhawk cushions (https://airhawk.net/)for extended rides. That should last me until I'm ready to move to another model. I've been told by others that you need to avoid over-inflating it - you want ride on the air in the cushion and have it shift a little as you move. Airhawk makes several shapes of air cushions - there is probably one that will fit you well. CycleGear usually has them, and it appears you're not too far from one of their stores. Their web site can usually tell you if they have it in stock at each location. I'd suggest you look at the Russell Day-Long seats if they make one. You'll need a seat to send to them to use for the pan. Saddleman is another brand that has received mixed reports. They use gel instead of foam. If you leave it out in the sun, it can take a long time to cool down. Some people have reported burning. | |||
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As others have said, ATGATT. _________________________ Mag Lite (3 cell w/LED) Mace (Bear) Puppy (Lab Staff) | |||
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Be advised the air hawk is a good product but doesn't work for everyone. I have a air hawk and its good for about 200 miles or so and then my butt starts getting sore as bad as it does on my stock seat. Doesn't matter how much or how little air I have in the air hawk I still get sore. Nothing really beats a good custom seat and while they are a bit costly they are worth their weight in gold if you plan to do long days in the saddle. | |||
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I have been hearing the same complaints about Corbin since the 90's...have ordered 3 seats from them since 2001, all were perfect. The most recent one last year. I have bought at least 10 used Corbins, sent 1 back for repair and it came back as good as new. Just bought an 91 BMW K75 from a friend that just received the Corbin he ordered for it and it is fantastic. OP if you want a Corbin, dont hesitate, get it!! Still waters run deep, so careful I don't drown you. | |||
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Yep the Corbin stories have been around for decades, I've bought several, never had one issue, fit, finish, no tears, worn areas and several friends did the same. As to hot seats and burning butts, any seat left out in the hot direct summer sun will get burning hot. IF you are going to be in Daytona for Biketoberfest the Corbin Store is up in Ormond Beach and they are allowing permits for vendors, bars etc. You can ride in and they'll fit one up for you to test out.. The other vendors may be there too, Mustang makes a really good seat as well. | |||
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Wish there was a way to test out some of those aftermarket seats here in Houston. Tough to drop that kind of $$ without being able to trial it first, especially when it's nearly 10% the value of the bike. The Enemy's gate is down. | |||
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Corbin seats are great, but I doubt you find comfort in a bike that style and size. But, it is a ton of fun to ride and good on you for getting in the wind. | |||
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 After a 4 hour stretch the only thing uncomfortable is the small patch of foam taped to a plank of wood which Kawasaki calls a "seat". Other than that one thing this bike is extremely comfortable. | |||
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