erar
Junior Member
Thank you Sanger A2
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Shaved Seat
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SANGER_A2
Super Member
Glad it was useful to you. It's a bit uncomfy cut this low for more than 30 mins, the 2cm of gel I added later helped. But I'm planning on removing all the foam and just having gel later.
Olegator
Junior Member
For what it's worth....I needed to get my seat shaved, so I went to Jhon Longo shop here in Rockville MD. He did it for me for 90$ in 2 hours.....I'm happy with the results.
wmk
Junior Member
Good job on the seat. Quick question-by removing the foam, did you increase the vibes going through the seat? Thanks
SANGER_A2
Super Member
Yeah a bit more. But the stock foam was never comfy. I added 2cm of gel which made it brilliant. I'm going to replace all the foam with gel on the main rider's section of the seat to make it even more comfy.
06fiz600
Junior Member
Thanks Sanger_A2 for this thread! I now am brave enough to tackle this mod!
SANGER_A2
Super Member
No probs. Just take it slow. And make sure you post pics when you're done!
06fiz600
Junior Member
Sanger, where'd you buy the gel insert?
it turned out pretty good and it didn't cost me anything since I had the staples. I just have to work out a few wrinkles in the cover.
06fiz600
Junior Member
The new position feels much better, as I can flat-foot my bike at stops now. I tried to keep the same basic shape. :rockon:
Oh, and I also painted the hugger with krylon fusion "textured black" spray paint.
I may switch to gloss black if I change my mind.
Either way, I think it looks better than the stock, dull black.
Oh, and I also painted the hugger with krylon fusion "textured black" spray paint.
I may switch to gloss black if I change my mind.
Either way, I think it looks better than the stock, dull black.
SANGER_A2
Super Member
I bought a gel numnah designed for horses to go under the saddle. Equigel is good as they are massive and can be doubled over and still cover the whole saddle. I've bought a second one that I will add in when I have free time and take out all the foam on the rider's seat (or most of it).
06fiz600
Junior Member
A few better pictures when she's all clean
06fiz600
Junior Member
it was about 50 degrees here today...
briang03
Junior Member
Last year I fell of the bike when it stalled (loose throttle cable) put my foot down and discovered a pot hole so just kept going. The crash bungs worked great no damage the bike just pulled muscles on me. I decided as my legs are getting shorter (60 yrs old) I have to do something about putting both feet down firmly I do not want platform boots. So after asking around I discovered a upholsterer who was versed in lowing seats, but what he did was to shave the base so the seat cover kept it shape. So after a 500 mile trip to the Highlands and Plockton I have no compliants on any confort issues
lunchboxer
Junior Member
I decided to shave the seat from the bottom today. I didn't want to take the time to cut and sand the top of the foam so it wouldn't be lumpy. And to be honest, I'm not in love with it. It hasn't really lowered the seat where I can flat foot the bike. Only cost me $23 for a staple gun and staples though.
stryken
Vertically Challenged
I think you should try it from the top that way you can change the shape. Narrow out the area that is in between your legs when you are at a stop and dip down the area where your arse normally sits. I had good luck with it, about 3/4 to an 1 inch. Its not that big a deal to smooth it back out with a sanding block.
Good luck.
SANGER_A2
Super Member
Yeah, changing the shape is where it matters. Mine is completely different from stock. Much rounder, I sit further back, much less wide and much lower. Just taking a bit of height off it won't change the problem with the overall design.
Not that I'm advocating this site but here is some related info that could be useful for those thinking of doing a seat mod.
Me, i think it needs different foam and the angle flattened to prevent creepage into the tank. but foam that can handle days of sun, maybe being wet, and being squished??? I'm not sure what we need but it better be good!
Take a look a look here.
Foam Types
Foam Basics
And Sanger, thanks for the post! :thumbup:
One question tho - did you use stainless steel staples so they don't rust?
Also, for pulling the seat cover back after doing work, I'd suggest applying tape to the edge to assist in getting a grip. Keep in mind you may end up putting staples through it later. . .
Me, i think it needs different foam and the angle flattened to prevent creepage into the tank. but foam that can handle days of sun, maybe being wet, and being squished??? I'm not sure what we need but it better be good!
Take a look a look here.
Foam Types
Foam Basics
And Sanger, thanks for the post! :thumbup:
One question tho - did you use stainless steel staples so they don't rust?
Also, for pulling the seat cover back after doing work, I'd suggest applying tape to the edge to assist in getting a grip. Keep in mind you may end up putting staples through it later. . .
chomorro
Junior Member
I HIGHLY recommend lowering the seat with Spencer Custom modification. Its not as cheap as this mod (free) but for a reasonable price you get superior comfort and its lowered an inch :rockon:
Made a HUGE difference for me in manueverability of the bike for me. It only lowered it an inch, which for me is perfect i cant fully flat foot but it still a big difference. I think using this mod combined with lowering springs would easily flat foot it for most.
Here is my thread with some pics of the seat http://www.600riders.com/forum/fz6-...red-spencer-comfort-seat-fz6r-bars-today.html
Seat looks stock but feels muchhhh better. Info is found here Flash Intro Page I opted for the $75 dollar option with supra cor material. And the custom widening and stuff he did is standard requests for an fz6 which is what i asked him for.
Made a HUGE difference for me in manueverability of the bike for me. It only lowered it an inch, which for me is perfect i cant fully flat foot but it still a big difference. I think using this mod combined with lowering springs would easily flat foot it for most.
Here is my thread with some pics of the seat http://www.600riders.com/forum/fz6-...red-spencer-comfort-seat-fz6r-bars-today.html
Seat looks stock but feels muchhhh better. Info is found here Flash Intro Page I opted for the $75 dollar option with supra cor material. And the custom widening and stuff he did is standard requests for an fz6 which is what i asked him for.
SANGER_A2
Super Member
No idea mate. It hasn't rusted yet after being used in all weathers. Not much moisture gets them anyway!
Sinman
Junior Member
Hey Guys, I'm new to the forum and new to a low mileage 2007 FZ6. I am also short, 5'6", and get the balls of my feet down. Backing up is NOT easy. I think the Spencer seat guy is the way to go for me, I would have ulcers worrying about ruining the seat. Thanks to the original poster, good stuff.
