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Offline creeture3

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« on: July 04, 2014, 06:04:16 PM »
O.K., thrillseekers, as a new member, my first serious post. I suffer from "Ducks Disease" (i.e.:my bum is built close to the ground), and I would like to get my ST1100's  seat modified to suit. After looking on the interweb thingy, I found this:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/360959591468?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Now, I would rather pay a good Aussie place to do something like this, so, my question is:

Does anyone have any positive experiences from any motor trimmers in Victoria/Melbourne that could do a similar job? And, can anybody post some examples of such?
 
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Re: seat modsO
« Reply #1 on: July 04, 2014, 06:23:29 PM »
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« Reply #2 on: July 04, 2014, 07:34:28 PM »
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Start here------> http://ozstoc.com/index.php?topic=6250.0


Had a look there, but it still seems that the "inseam" distance is not really catered for. I had bought the bike with a sheepskin cover for the seat, and when I removed it, the 1/2" made a difference.

 
 

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« Reply #3 on: July 04, 2014, 08:04:58 PM »
A fantastic trimmer is Alan,  2 Olive Grove, Ringwood 9870-2747

He did work for my VT750 and a friends Triumph SpeedTripple R, reasonable prices, tell him Zev sent you (he will charge double..just kiddin)

I purchased a Sargent seat for my 1300, and it is MUCH better than stock

hope this info helps you
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« Reply #4 on: July 04, 2014, 08:09:33 PM »
Welcome Creeture3 :grin

Mate I would like reccomend someone like John Moorehouse (Brisbane), but like a lot of other well regarded motorcycle seat trimmers, he sets you up for an optimum riding position and not how you cope when stationary.

If, as I read you are vertically challenged, be aware the more foam that is removed in order to bring ya bum closer to terra firma, the broader the seat becomes and may compromise holding the bike steady by the steat digging into an inner thigh.

 I'm on the Gold Coast at present, but live in Sunbury, so when I get home your very welcome to try my low cut Corbin, to experience what I  saying.

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« Reply #5 on: July 05, 2014, 12:14:18 PM »




This is mine that I had done in Sydney cost $200
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« Reply #6 on: July 05, 2014, 01:28:33 PM »
Ah... Ta Single :thumb demos the point l was trying to make well :wink1

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« Reply #7 on: July 05, 2014, 02:54:39 PM »
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be aware the more foam that is removed in order to bring ya bum closer to terra firma, the broader the seat becomes

Yes. I see from your pictures what you mean. Something to be careful of.

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A fantastic trimmer is Alan,  2 Olive Grove, Ringwood 9870-2747

I shall look this one up

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I purchased a Sargent seat for my 1300, and it is MUCH better than stock

And this one.
 

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« Reply #8 on: July 05, 2014, 03:03:19 PM »
I find the modified seat more comfortable than the original, it is actually narrower.
Have done Coffs to Home no worries or soreness.
Combined with risers is just right for me.
Now with taller screen courtesy of John, ride is just right

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« Reply #9 on: July 05, 2014, 09:01:23 PM »
 Good luck with your research, but your original thought on Saddlemen, may be your best option. Write ups seem to attest to them

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« Reply #10 on: August 20, 2014, 09:35:28 AM »
hidi ho creature3 - :hatwave
just lookin through the pages & saw you request - my question i have is - do you still want a twin seat-ie do you have a hand bag - or would you like to make her a single seat?
if so - i have a full single seat set up for sale -  it's an ex police set up.seat modified to low & duck tail has lockable trap door in it for extra storage,painted 2001 ST1100 Red,proper brackets - can fit in about 45 minutes.
i can send you photo's ifn you interested. :thumbs

$125 +postage
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« Reply #11 on: August 20, 2014, 02:58:57 PM »
I'm not looking for a seat atm. I am coming to grips with the seat I have, and really, all it needs is a little forward planning, and a bit of confidence, which I am gaining. As I said elsewhere, at first it was like driving a semitrailer, now it just feels like a truck!

Thanks for the offer.
 

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« Reply #12 on: August 20, 2014, 06:34:27 PM »
oke doke -once you get the seat wright u'll feel like your sitting in the bike not perched on it - then let the good times roll - enjoy :thumbs :beer
 

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« Reply #13 on: August 20, 2014, 07:07:39 PM »
I'd be interested in that single setup Hondabob, would you send me some pics please? :crazy
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« Reply #14 on: August 20, 2014, 07:22:23 PM »
oke doke grumpy - give me a couple days - bit hectic atm -ciao bob
 

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« Reply #15 on: August 21, 2014, 08:45:05 AM »
Thanks Bob  :wink1
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« Reply #16 on: August 25, 2014, 12:39:17 PM »
 :dred11 flick me your email mate - i'll send ya the pics - ciao bob:thumbs
 

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Re: seat modsO
« Reply #17 on: August 25, 2014, 01:47:05 PM »
Good luck with your research, but your original thought on Saddlemen, may be your best option. Write ups seem to attest to them

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Here's the Saddlemen gel seat on my 1100 which I've had on since November 2010

« Last Edit: April 26, 2019, 11:40:57 PM by alans1100 »
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« Reply #18 on: August 25, 2014, 03:22:09 PM »
Looks good. I am still considering.
 

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« Reply #19 on: August 29, 2014, 01:27:05 PM »
HI Alan, just wondering how u find the saddleman for comfort and being able 2 place u'r feet flat on the ground.

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« Reply #20 on: August 30, 2014, 07:56:20 AM »
 If you just want your existing seat redone to fit your size Mick at MJM in Goulburn does a great job and is worth having a chat to or checking out his web site
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« Reply #21 on: September 02, 2014, 05:43:03 PM »
My recently refurbed John Moorhouse seat :grin, which will hopefully give some respite to my aging three score and two backside which my 17 year old Corbin Canyon hasn't been doing of late :-[



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« Reply #22 on: September 02, 2014, 09:35:32 PM »
Greencan, is John Moorhouse still working? I read of a few health issues and wasn't sure that he was still working.  Do you have his current details?  I'd love for him to do my seat.

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« Reply #23 on: September 02, 2014, 10:25:54 PM »
Thanks guys but NSW is abit far to go plus I figured keep the stock seat as is if I ever decided to sell the bike
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« Reply #24 on: September 02, 2014, 10:53:23 PM »
Nate et al, evenin'....

Mate l have sent U a personal message with the details your after...John is now working from home...all he asks is that U have a photo of yourself seated on your bike, feet up on the rests, both hands on the bars and have the pic taken from your LEFT...too easy :thumb

Have a chat with him, for moi, as the seat cushion foam on the seat I gave him to work with had been 'carved' up a bit by a previous owner, John cut it back further and fixed and shaped a premium foam to the shape you see in the pic above. The pillion is stock, but length is reduced approx 25-30mm (to my request), as l am returning the handle bar height back to original setting.

Hope that helps.

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