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| intimidator32 | | Chaac |  |  | | Reg. Date | : | 12/05/2012 | | Posts | : | 913 | | Location | : | lexington, ky, United States |
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| | Posted : 26 May 2012 - 15:30 Post title : long haul seat comfort | | | does anyone have the long haul seat have any discomfort in the man package ? and it seems to sit a lot tall then the stock seat
| currently on a slow Harley but will have another Triumph eventually 
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| mat1600 | | Thunderbird | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 06/03/2010 | | Posts | : | 8,596 | | Location | : | Bridlington, Democratic Independant State of Yorkshire, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 26 May 2012 - 17:32 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: intimidator32) | | | Not a problem with the Nads - I just bundle 'em up and sling 'em over my shoulder.
The LH seat sits about 1 1/2'' higher than the stock.
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| Bionicmunky | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 11/06/2011 | | Posts | : | 104 | | Location | : | High Wycombe, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 26 May 2012 - 21:29 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: mat1600) | | |
mat1600 wrote:
Not a problem with the Nads - I just bundle 'em up and sling 'em over my shoulder.
The LH seat sits about 1 1/2'' higher than the stock.
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| lockey | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 07/10/2011 | | Posts | : | 189 | | Location | : | lyme regis, dorset, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 26 May 2012 - 21:42 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: mat1600) | | | Yes me too. Although I'm never sure as to which shoulder to sling then over...
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| Farkinott | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 13/12/2010 | | Posts | : | 283 | | Location | : | Queensland, Australia |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 00:36 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: lockey) | | |
lockey wrote:
Yes me too. Although I'm never sure as to which shoulder to sling then over... |
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Over the left shoulder riding anticlockwise up the mountain...........over the right shoulder on the way back down 
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| Ninox_s | | Chaac | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 18/08/2010 | | Posts | : | 755 | | Location | : | Naracoorte, South Australia, Australia |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 01:29 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: Farkinott) | | | The women I have worked with, lived with and loved with have conspired to deminish the size of my "man package" to the extent that I no longer have any issues of discomfort in that area.
Who would have thought that emasculation could prove beneficial in the long run?
I could even ride a Harley and still not suffer in that area. However my self esteem may feel like it's been kicked in the balls.
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| Gala | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 12/05/2012 | | Posts | : | 81 | | Location | : | Australia |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 03:46 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: mat1600) | | |
mat1600 wrote:
The LH seat sits about 1 1/2'' higher than the stock.
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Matt does that extra 1 1/2" have any detrimental effect on handling characteristics when compared with stock seat in your opinion ?
Bit of an open ended question I realise, just trying to get a feel if anyone has noticed any significant "feel" changes. I'm not talking comfort level here...obviously 
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| mat1600 | | Thunderbird | | | | Reg. Date | : | 06/03/2010 | | Posts | : | 8,596 | | Location | : | Bridlington, Democratic Independant State of Yorkshire, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 08:38 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: Gala) | | | No. Non that I could tell. Only being able to sit in the seat for longer means I can do a 480 mile or 10hrs in the seat with no problem.
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| Bodger | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 28/02/2012 | | Posts | : | 374 | | Location | : | Aberdeen, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 08:44 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: mat1600) | | | Doesn't having you nads slung over your shoulder for 10 hours at a time get a bit uncomfortable.?
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| mat1600 | | Thunderbird | | | | Reg. Date | : | 06/03/2010 | | Posts | : | 8,596 | | Location | : | Bridlington, Democratic Independant State of Yorkshire, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 08:50 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: Bodger) | | |
Bodger wrote:
Doesn't having you nads slung over your shoulder for 10 hours at a time get a bit uncomfortable.? |
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Not for a Yorkshireman. If you watch the Olympics you will see that we practise shotput with ours.
| My first natural instinct is to breathe. My second is to evade tax's.
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| Bodger | | Set | | | | Reg. Date | : | 28/02/2012 | | Posts | : | 374 | | Location | : | Aberdeen, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 08:52 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: mat1600) | | | Impressive, but how far can you throw them before it gets painful?
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| zolti | | Thor | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 23/03/2010 | | Posts | : | 3,127 | | Location | : | newcastle , United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 09:45 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: intimidator32) | | |
intimidator32 wrote:
does anyone have the long haul seat have any discomfort in the man package ? and it seems to sit a lot tall then the stock seat |
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if your a proper size man you will have no issues as you have height to sit relaxed without cramping your package, its just these shorties that have to sling or adjust as they try to reach the bars
you could always buy the leather tank pouch to put it in if you had an issue
i noticed no difference in seat height regarding performance, whichever way you ride her on it its all good.
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| mjgt | | Thor | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 16/09/2011 | | Posts | : | 2,201 | | Location | : | North Somerset, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 10:22 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: Gala) | | |
Gala wrote:
mat1600 wrote:
The LH seat sits about 1 1/2'' higher than the stock.
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Matt does that extra 1 1/2" have any detrimental effect on handling characteristics when compared with stock seat in your opinion ?
Bit of an open ended question I realise, just trying to get a feel if anyone has noticed any significant "feel" changes. I'm not talking comfort level here...obviously |
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I think an extra 1 1/2 " is alwayd beneficial
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| DizzE | | Thor | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 12/07/2010 | | Posts | : | 3,141 | | Location | : | Sunnyvale, CA, United States |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 17:34 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: intimidator32) | | |
intimidator32 wrote:
does anyone have the long haul seat have any discomfort in the man package ? and it seems to sit a lot tall then the stock seat |
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Maybe you have Taxi Driver syndrome? Seriously. Epididymitis. The very top of the testicle has it and it can get irritated or even carry
a low level infection form a sore throat.
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| intimidator32 | | Chaac | | | | Reg. Date | : | 12/05/2012 | | Posts | : | 913 | | Location | : | lexington, ky, United States |
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| | Posted : 27 May 2012 - 18:07 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: DizzE) | | | I've had issues in the past with prostrate swelling and the
Doc says don't ride but with my old bike I dont think the
Seat on that bike was a problem I may have to have this
Seat customize.
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| hoonish | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 29/04/2012 | | Posts | : | 87 | | Location | : | New Zealand |
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| | Posted : 28 May 2012 - 08:47 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: DizzE) | | | are you saying taxi drivers pass on this syndrome to bikers with the long haul seat? I'm worried as i have that seat and do sometimes go in a cab. Will be covering the man package carefully
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| mat1600 | | Thunderbird | | | | Reg. Date | : | 06/03/2010 | | Posts | : | 8,596 | | Location | : | Bridlington, Democratic Independant State of Yorkshire, United Kingdom |
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| | Posted : 28 May 2012 - 09:23 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: hoonish) | | |
hoonish wrote:
are you saying taxi drivers pass on this syndrome to bikers with the long haul seat? I'm worried as i have that seat and do sometimes go in a cab. Will be covering the man package carefully |
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Just don't get your 'man bits' out while in the cab.
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| easyrider | | Thor | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 17/12/2011 | | Posts | : | 2,066 | | Location | : | NSW, Australia |
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| | Posted : 28 May 2012 - 12:25 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: mat1600) | | | Pitty we dont have a female replying to this thread
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| SmokinLoon | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 12/06/2012 | | Posts | : | 154 | | Location | : | South Dakota, United States |
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| | Posted : 13 Jun 2012 - 20:35 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: easyrider) | | | I can speak for myself and my wife in regards to the Triumph Long Haul seat-
The extra height is not noticeable in any manner in terms of handling characteristics. The LH seat is a bit softer than the stock seat, and I dont think the 1 1/2 in is a true measurement once you sit down on the seat with regards to where your crotch is in relation to the ground.
As far as comfort goes, it is better than the stock seat without question. It is softer and allows your backside to disburse your weight better and thus reducing fatigue. I think the worst bike seat ever made was on the Kawa Vulcan 900 Classic LT, it was like sitting on a piece of plywood. The stock seat for the T-Bird is far better than the 900 Classic LT, and the LH seat for the T-Bird is that much better than the stock seat on the T-Bird.
Wifey likes either seat FAR better than the 900 LT, there is no doubt. She really has not gotten to ride too far on the LH seat just yet. But on the shorter 60-90 mile rounds trips she has said multiple times that "her butt likes this seat much better". BTW, she is dang near 6ft tall and weighs 170-ish (Size 12-14), she is no tiny or petite woman but no beached whale either.
I was able to work in the price of the LH seat in the purchase of the bike. I bought my 2011 T-Bird new in May of 2012, and Triumph had a promotion of some sort on buying a '11 model T-Bird and get all kinds of free accessories. I traded in most of that stuff for credit towards the LH seat AND rider backrest.
Truth be told, I think proper posture and a rider backrest goes a LONG way in how comfortable your backside is during your ride. YMMV.
| I notice when I arrive at a typical rally all of the HD riders bow down down out of respect. My friend (an HD rider) says that I'm mistaken and that the HD guys are bending over to pick up rocks to throw at me. Thankfully, I have yet to be hit by a rock and if need be I can out run them all.
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| curtis41 | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 28/08/2010 | | Posts | : | 191 | | Location | : | United States |
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| | Posted : 13 Jun 2012 - 23:22 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: intimidator32) | | | No problems here with that seat. I have the dual long haul seat that came standard on my model. A bit old in the tooth, but can ride in this saddle for a full day without being unduly sore or tired. This seat is well under one inch taller than the standard seat and does not seem to affect the ride at all. I would suggest people try a cushion or well-constructed gel pad before modifying a seat. Also, there may be medications to reduce swelling for those with a prostate gland problem. Often, prostate swelling is due to benign hyperplasia and the sucker can be reamed out. Sounds horrible, but no real pain with the surgery and patients are usually released the same day to go home. It is like coring an apple, except you core out the center and leave the rest of the apple. Sorry to be so graphic, but I always did get a bit uncomfortable when a doctor came at me with just one glove on.
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| davetac1 | | Thunderbird | | | Reg. Date | : | 06/09/2010 | | Posts | : | 8,379 | | Location | : | Haverhill, Ma., United States |
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| | Posted : 14 Jun 2012 - 00:29 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: curtis41) | | | I agree with Curt.I too have the LH seat,which came standard on my SE,but added a Butt Buffer [ gel pad cushion I used on my last scooter] and have driven for a solid 200 miles without any discomfort on my back side,what so ever.Stopped,got off it,stretched my legs,and got right back on for another 200 miles without any issues with my back side. However,after 150-180 miles,the calfves in my legs seem to cramp alittle,but nothin I couldn't handle, or a pair of highway pegs wouldn't cure.So,IMO,the LH seat is way to go if you can negoitate a deal when buying a brandy new conventional bird.Dave!!!
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| Fordster | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 16/10/2009 | | Posts | : | 365 | | Location | : | Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
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| | Posted : 14 Jun 2012 - 02:55 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: SmokinLoon) | | |
SmokinLoon wrote:
I can speak for myself and my wife in regards to the Triumph Long Haul seat-
The extra height is not noticeable in any manner in terms of handling characteristics. The LH seat is a bit softer than the stock seat, and I dont think the 1 1/2 in is a true measurement once you sit down on the seat with regards to where your crotch is in relation to the ground.
As far as comfort goes, it is better than the stock seat without question. It is softer and allows your backside to disburse your weight better and thus reducing fatigue. I think the worst bike seat ever made was on the Kawa Vulcan 900 Classic LT, it was like sitting on a piece of plywood. The stock seat for the T-Bird is far better than the 900 Classic LT, and the LH seat for the T-Bird is that much better than the stock seat on the T-Bird.
Wifey likes either seat FAR better than the 900 LT, there is no doubt. She really has not gotten to ride too far on the LH seat just yet. But on the shorter 60-90 mile rounds trips she has said multiple times that "her butt likes this seat much better". BTW, she is dang near 6ft tall and weighs 170-ish (Size 12-14), she is no tiny or petite woman but no beached whale either.
I was able to work in the price of the LH seat in the purchase of the bike. I bought my 2011 T-Bird new in May of 2012, and Triumph had a promotion of some sort on buying a '11 model T-Bird and get all kinds of free accessories. I traded in most of that stuff for credit towards the LH seat AND rider backrest.
Truth be told, I think proper posture and a rider backrest goes a LONG way in how comfortable your backside is during your ride. YMMV. |
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SmokinLoon.. I had the Vulcan 900 previously too. (Oh, that reminds me.. I still have it.. must get rid it!!) If anyone has a problem with the T-Bird seat, they should spend a few days on that brick from the 900!
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| intimidator32 | | Chaac | | | | Reg. Date | : | 12/05/2012 | | Posts | : | 913 | | Location | : | lexington, ky, United States |
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| | Posted : 17 Jun 2012 - 17:44 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: intimidator32) | | | Another question, has anyone put on the driver backrest
On the longhaul seat? Put mine on and even on number one
Setting it pushes me to far forward I think I can
Take it apart and grind off a little of where the stalk meets
The adjustment dial. Has anyone done this?
| currently on a slow Harley but will have another Triumph eventually
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| SmokinLoon | | Set | | | | Reg. Date | : | 12/06/2012 | | Posts | : | 154 | | Location | : | South Dakota, United States |
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| | Posted : 18 Jun 2012 - 00:42 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: intimidator32) | | |
intimidator32 wrote:
Another question, has anyone put on the driver backrest
On the longhaul seat? Put mine on and even on number one
Setting it pushes me to far forward I think I can
Take it apart and grind off a little of where the stalk meets
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#1 setting is too far forward? Wow. Are you 7ft tall?
I'm 73in and have long arms, and I use #2 or #3 probably %90 of the time. The other %10 I use #1 to "lounge" back a bit. Are you sure you have the base set all the way in to the seat and all 4 bolts tight? I cant even imagine #1 being too far forward for anyone because on my bike it is leaning behind the perpendicular plane of the rear of the front seat, it truly is leaning slightly backwards and behind where your belt would be.
I cant speak for everyone and I do not know what the weight/stress rating is of that long haul driver back rest, but I would hesitate really leaning back in to for a full relaxed ride. There really isnt a lot of material there to support the stress. Obviously, it is different for 250lb guys like me vs a fellow who weighs 165lbs.
The best thing for me is that it gives me just a wee bit of support to help keep my back straight and when need be be able to rest backwards just enough to take the edge off the tension. I like being able to lean forward slightly during a ride and adjust the setting.
| I notice when I arrive at a typical rally all of the HD riders bow down down out of respect. My friend (an HD rider) says that I'm mistaken and that the HD guys are bending over to pick up rocks to throw at me. Thankfully, I have yet to be hit by a rock and if need be I can out run them all.
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| davetac1 | | Thunderbird | | | Reg. Date | : | 06/09/2010 | | Posts | : | 8,379 | | Location | : | Haverhill, Ma., United States |
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| | Posted : 18 Jun 2012 - 03:04 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: SmokinLoon) | | | I'm an even 6 feet and also have the Triumph's factory back rest.I run it on either the #1 or #2 setting on the wheel and don't have any problems with being cramped or uncomfortable.I would imagine if you're one of those guys who stand 6'6 or better,you probably would be cramped.So it's probably time to get one of the big touring machines as they have more room for larger riders. Dave!!!
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| Leethal | | Zeus | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 24/01/2011 | | Posts | : | 6,572 | | Location | : | Australia |
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| | Posted : 18 Jun 2012 - 11:58 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: intimidator32) | | |
intimidator32 wrote:
Another question, has anyone put on the driver backrest
On the longhaul seat? Put mine on and even on number one
Setting it pushes me to far forward I think I can
Take it apart and grind off a little of where the stalk meets
The adjustment dial. Has anyone done this? |
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Yep!! I'm six two and on number one it was pushing me forward, so I took it my marine trimmer and asked him to take half of the padding thickness off................... perfect
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| Marlboro_Man | | Set | |  | | Reg. Date | : | 23/06/2012 | | Posts | : | 72 | | Location | : | Belgium |
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| | Posted : 23 Jun 2012 - 18:44 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort | | | Any difference in comfort between the 2-part long haul seat and the 1-part double one?
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| Marlboro_Man | | Set | | | | Reg. Date | : | 23/06/2012 | | Posts | : | 72 | | Location | : | Belgium |
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| | Posted : 26 Jun 2012 - 22:18 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort | | | Is it allowed to make a post when you have some Thunderbird accessories for sale?
| 2011 Blue/White T-Bird with Big Bore, shorties, K&N filter, Power Commander 5, Twin-T Bars, America headlight and a Rider's Claw.
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| Leethal | | Zeus | | | | Reg. Date | : | 24/01/2011 | | Posts | : | 6,572 | | Location | : | Australia |
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| | Posted : 27 Jun 2012 - 03:07 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: Marlboro_Man) | | | Certainly, in the classified thread
| Experience is something you get just after you needed it
1600,Foran Razorbacks, Meerkat bypass, Dyno tune, real headlight,plenty of chrome,switchblade pegs, Nitron R3 shocks & Ikon progressive fork springs etc. Scorpion Western Low handlebars. PH adjustable fork caps.
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| Marlboro_Man | | Set | | | | Reg. Date | : | 23/06/2012 | | Posts | : | 72 | | Location | : | Belgium |
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| | Posted : 27 Jun 2012 - 04:41 Post title : Re: long haul seat comfort (Re: Leethal) | | | Right!
If I'd open my eyes I would see.
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