My regular pillion has very little natural padding and is constantly complaining of a sore bottom after about an hour's riding. What can I get/use to solve this problem? Apart from this we have a really enjoyable time travelling around two-up!
2007-03-26 23:21:10 · 6 answers · asked by kirstex 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
What style bike are you riding? The pillion seat on most sport bikes is a joke, and not really intended for occupancy by normal human beings. The same goes for many sport-cruisers. The factory seats are just not designed for long-distance riding with two people on board.
If you really want to do some long distance riding with a passenger, you may need to change the style of motorcycle you ride, to something that is really meant for riding two-up.
Check out the seats on a touring bike, like the Kawasaki Vulcan Nomad. Your pillion will be happy you did!
2007-03-27 04:08:50 · answer #1 · answered by JetDoc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Before I read the rest of your question I was going to answer,
"A big, fat RS." Always worked for me.
In the circumstances I don't suppose that's very helpful.
Stick a cushion underneath and ask " Are you sitting comfortably?"
Stop more often? (In the meantime you could have a cup of tea, a short stroll or just enjoy the view.)
Whatever you decide, remember to keep your pillion happy or they might decide to ride off into the sunset on a more accommodating bike.
2007-03-27 06:41:09 · answer #2 · answered by kittyfreek 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A natural sheepskin pad or gel-filled pad.
2007-03-27 09:17:33 · answer #3 · answered by Ellwood 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Pillow.
2007-03-27 06:25:36 · answer #4 · answered by Singapore W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are seat cushions you can buy - gel for instance. I don't have any handy links but they're not hard to find.
2007-03-27 09:53:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get them their own bike.
2007-03-27 08:49:18 · answer #6 · answered by zsaffireblue2003 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋