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Honda ST1100 Section => Seats & Windscreen Modifications ST1100 => Topic started by: creeture3 on July 04, 2014, 06:04:16 PM
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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 (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?
:dred11
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Start here------> http://ozstoc.com/index.php?topic=6250.0 (http://ozstoc.com/index.php?topic=6250.0)
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Start here------> [url]http://ozstoc.com/index.php?topic=6250.0[/url] ([url]http://ozstoc.com/index.php?topic=6250.0[/url])
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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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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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.
Cheers the can :-)
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(http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l81/solo43/DSC04551.jpg)
(http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l81/solo43/DSC04553.jpg)
(http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l81/solo43/DSC04554.jpg)
This is mine that I had done in Sydney cost $200
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Ah... Ta Single :thumb demos the point l was trying to make well :wink1
Cheers, the can :-)
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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.
A fantastic trimmer is Alan, 2 Olive Grove, Ringwood 9870-2747
I shall look this one up
I purchased a Sargent seat for my 1300, and it is MUCH better than stock
And this one.
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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
:blk11 ( Mine is GREEN)
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Good luck with your research, but your original thought on Saddlemen, may be your best option. Write ups seem to attest to them
Ciao the can :-)
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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
hondabob :dred11
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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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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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I'd be interested in that single setup Hondabob, would you send me some pics please? :crazy
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oke doke grumpy - give me a couple days - bit hectic atm -ciao bob
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Thanks Bob :wink1
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:dred11 flick me your email mate - i'll send ya the pics - ciao bob:thumbs
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Good luck with your research, but your original thought on Saddlemen, may be your best option. Write ups seem to attest to them
Ciao the can :-)
Here's the Saddlemen gel seat on my 1100 which I've had on since November 2010
(http://www.imghostr.net/images/2019/04/26/94b19879980e8bcc9971232b51125219.jpg)
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Looks good. I am still considering.
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HI Alan, just wondering how u find the saddleman for comfort and being able 2 place u'r feet flat on the ground.
Thanks Paul
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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
Cheers Dallas
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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 :-[
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff133/greencan0/STseat_zps7e76391d.jpg)
Cheers, the can :-)
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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.
Thanks
Nate
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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
cheers Paul
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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.
Cheers the can :-)
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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
Thanks Dick, greatly appreciated for the details. The above isnt too difficult, might have to locate a 2nd seat to use while John works on mine, as I cant go a day without the boy... Should be too difficult!
Thanks again.
Nate
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Nate, I am changing to a solo seat. I will be in bris for a few days 21-23 Sep to pick it up. My seat will be available if you would like to borrow it. It has been lowered to suit me (also duck's disease). Maybe we could arrange something for then.
Let me know if you want to do it this way.
Cheers
Grumpy
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Many thanks Grumpy, that would be greatly appreciated! :hatwave I'll make sure not to put too many miles on it! :butt
Happy to post it back to you when John finishes mine.
Cheers!
Nate
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Thanks Dick, greatly appreciated for the details. The above isnt too difficult, might have to locate a 2nd seat to use while John works on mine, as I cant go a day without the boy... Should be too difficult!
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Nate, I see that your in Brissie, once you have made contact with John, ride around and mention the second seat dilema, you may find he may be able to help you out there :wink1
Cheers the can :-)
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Sweet! I'll try that and if he's unable to assist, I'll take up Grumpy on his offer! Many thanks for the suggestions, tips & offers gents.
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Works for me. :grin
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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
Cheers Dallas
O.k., got in touch with MJM, and I think I might run with that. He seems quite reasonable price-wise
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Greencan
Please send me Johns contact details, im in Brissy too, and being 5 foot 6 I have a real problem with my ST1100, ie trying to park it , seated , on tippytoes with the little wife on the back causes a serious case of profuse sweating, swearing and strained inner thigh muscles.Pillion also complains her part of the seat is too wide.either here or Clifford.marshall86@yahoo.com.au or 0427 619474 cheers
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Here you go Cliff......http://ozstoc.com/index.php?topic=1935.0 (http://ozstoc.com/index.php?topic=1935.0)
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HI Alan, just wondering how u find the saddleman for comfort and being able 2 place u'r feet flat on the ground.
Thanks Paul
Sorry Paul, I missed this.
At 178cm (5'10") I don't have an issue with feet on the ground with this or the OEM seat which was only replaced because it needed to be recovered.
I did have problems with the OEM seat causing me to sit closer to the front causing my knees to hit the grey fairing inner panel. With the Saddleman I sit a little further back and all is good.