Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Equipment, Travel > Equipment Reviews
air hawk seatpad??? air hawk seatpad???
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Equipment Reviews Post YOUR REVIEWS of ANY Motorcycle, Camping or Travel Equipment and accessories. Tell us what worked and didn't work for you!
Photo by Hendi Kaf, in Cambodia

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Hendi Kaf,
in Cambodia



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 12 Apr 2008
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: perth,aussie
Posts: 90
air hawk seatpad???
hi just wondering how TUFF the airhawk seat pads are.ive got an africa twin and the bike itself is great!awsome to ride,no complaints......exept for the factory honda seatafter an hour or 2 bike riding is a whole new ball game.tourtech do an aftermarket seat for about £250 or i can buy an airhawk for 1/2 that but can the hawk get a puncture??i plan on some long haul trips over summer and would be keen on sorting out my rear end probs!
cheers.
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 13 Apr 2008
Tim Cullis's Avatar
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: London and Granada Altiplano
Posts: 3,124
No problems so far, and you get a puncture repair kit with the seat anyway.
__________________
"For sheer delight there is nothing like altitude; it gives one the thrill of adventure
and enlarges the world in which you live," Irving Mather (1892-1966)
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 13 Apr 2008
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: perth,aussie
Posts: 90
good to hear i found a airhawk for £70(i think have to check)sounds like a good investment to go with my heated grips!
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 14 Apr 2008
mattcbf600's Avatar
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: London, England
Posts: 706
Great bit of kit - you have to make sure you inflate it properly - the temptation is to blow it all the way up, but that just makes things worse... mine hardly has any air in it and doesn't really feel any different to the bike - you notice the difference when you realise you've been riding for 4 hours and your butt doesn't hurt, and when you get back on the next day it still doesn't hurt - and so on!

My only complaint is that the straps it ships with are not very good - mine snapped in the first week. I've now bodged a Velcro fitting which is much better and keeps the pad in place a lot longer - also it's much easier to remove and keep safe.

Hope that helps.

m
__________________
------------------
http://thelondonbiker.com/blog

Watch some of my camp cooking videos

AIM: mattcashmore
SKYPE: matthewcashmore
MSN: matthew@matthewcashmore.com
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 14 Apr 2008
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: May 2007
Location: California
Posts: 92
Airhawk Good
I have an Airhawk I use on long days/trips. You only need about 1/2 inch of air. I use small bungie stripes, connected under the seat to secure it.

I recommend it.
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 25 Apr 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Saintfield N Ireland
Posts: 148
Well im a cheapo or as somewill know us as student and didnt want to pay for an airhawk but wanted the same idea so i went and bought a thermorest small sitting mat.

As the name suggests its designed for sitting for climbers/hikers but i made a wee bag for it and a few straps stiched to it allowed me to attach it to my bike. I made a wee pocket at the top so when you stop all you have to do is take it out so no one steals it.

Best bit about it is only cost £20 for the seat which is inflatable but for best results as everyone says is to only inflate it slightly and the other cost we about 50p of material for the bag. Give me a buzz if you want anymore information on it.
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 25 Apr 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: UK
Posts: 4,343
Wink Even cheaper and cheerful
Quote:
Originally Posted by maxwell123455 View Post
Well im a cheapo or as somewill know us as student and didnt want to pay for an airhawk but wanted the same idea so i went and bought a thermorest small sitting mat.

As the name suggests its designed for sitting for climbers/hikers but i made a wee bag for it and a few straps stiched to it allowed me to attach it to my bike. I made a wee pocket at the top so when you stop all you have to do is take it out so no one steals it.

Best bit about it is only cost £20 for the seat which is inflatable but for best results as everyone says is to only inflate it slightly and the other cost we about 50p of material for the bag. Give me a buzz if you want anymore information on it.

Nice idea: I've seen those mats in the camp shops and I can see what you are saying!
It should be robust and surely it achieves the same effect.

I have wondered about stuffing some bubble wrap into a bag in much the way you describe - I guess anything that takes away the pressure points is going to be better than most stock saddles.
__________________
Dave
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 27 Apr 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Saintfield N Ireland
Posts: 148
Quote:
Originally Posted by Walkabout View Post
Nice idea: I've seen those mats in the camp shops and I can see what you are saying!
It should be robust and surely it achieves the same effect.

I have wondered about stuffing some bubble wrap into a bag in much the way you describe - I guess anything that takes away the pressure points is going to be better than most stock saddles.
It works well and is very cheap compaired to an airhawk. I found the best results where if you only blow it up enough so you could see it take shape. This just raisers you off the seat enough but you still get all the feeling you need to ride the bike.

The main problem i had was finding a good place to strap the bag to under the seat. But i might get it modified and see if velcro would be able to take the strain.

The bubble wrap sounds like a very good idea. Might pop too much with my weight on it..
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 27 Apr 2008
Ten660's Avatar
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Whitchurch
Posts: 79
Here's some you can use!

http://www.therightfoot.net/mystuff/...bubblewrap.swf

Andy
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 28 Apr 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Saintfield N Ireland
Posts: 148
haha very nice, i like the manic mode
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 28 Apr 2008
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: perth,aussie
Posts: 90
lol good old bubble wrap,101 uses!id be keen on some info maxwell bout those cheaper seatpads.me bikes off the road for a month,having to strip the engine to replace the output shaft bearingnot much fun had herebut will need a pad soon as ill be off somewhere when the AT's back on the road again soldier on aye.
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 1 May 2008
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Saintfield N Ireland
Posts: 148
Quote:
Originally Posted by camnz View Post
lol good old bubble wrap,101 uses!id be keen on some info maxwell bout those cheaper seatpads.me bikes off the road for a month,having to strip the engine to replace the output shaft bearingnot much fun had herebut will need a pad soon as ill be off somewhere when the AT's back on the road again soldier on aye.
Ive started up a new thread in this section about the seat. Hopefully this link will take you there.
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...941#post187605
Hope the AT gets back on the road and your behind is niced and cushioned.
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

25 years of HU Events
Be sure to join us for this huge milestone!

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

Virginia: April 24-27 2025
Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
CanWest: July 10-13 2025
Switzerland: Date TBC
Ecuador: Date TBC
Romania: Date TBC
Austria: Sept. 11-14
California: September 18-21
France: September 19-21 2025
Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 15:27.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top