5. PriceFinally, when making any purchasing decisions, consider the value for money on offer. If you're an occasional biker, mostly taking short rides, one of the more affordable options might be enough for your needs. If you use it a lot it might be worth investing a bit more for a higher quality product
Why Use a Motorcycle Seat?
1. Pain relief
Motorcycle saddles are designed to make riding more comfortable. One of the ways they do this is by providing a layer of air or gel support between your seat and your body's pressure points, including your tailbone and pelvis. This reduces bone pain and can make a big difference in how much you enjoy your ride.
2. Increase the cycle
Another benefit of using motorcycle seats is that they can help increase your blood circulation. Impaired blood circulation can cause numbness or a burning sensation in the buttocks - a motorcycle seat cushion made of sheepskin or with a ventilated mesh cover can help relieve this.
3. Keep you cool
Following on from the above, a temperature-adjustable saddle, or a gel saddle that can be pre-cooled before a ride, can helpKeep you cool in hot weather. This reduces perspiration and reduces the risk of heat rash and skin irritation.
4. Make your ride longer
A positive effect of making you feel more comfortable while riding is that you will be able and willing to ride for longer periods of time. This is especially beneficial if you are about to take a long trip, or are considering planning a trip.
Different types of motorcycle saddles?
1. air
Inflatable air pads are one of the best types of motorcycle saddles to reduce hip pain, pain, and inflammation. They do this by placing a protective layer of air between the seat and your pressure points, which provides support. Inflatable cushions inflate and then deflate until they're the perfect firmness—often just off the seat—meaning they add very little seat height.
2. Gel
Gel pads consist of a layer of gel that can be used alone or in combination with foam to provide protective cushioning between your seat and bones. They're popular because they're soft and supportive, and because they mold to your body. The gel pads can also be heated or cooled before a ride, helping to manage body temperature.
3. Foam
Motorcycle seat foam pads are more like traditional seat pads. While they can and do increase ride comfort, they are generally considered less successful in this regard than gel or air cushions. They're also usually thicker than other types of pads, which can be good or bad depending on the weather you want the extra height in. A more comfortable type of foam is memory foam, which molds to your body.
4. Sheepskin
A huge benefit of sheepskin pads is that they naturally regulate temperature. Sheepskin is one of the most efficient materials for keeping you cool on hot days and warm on cold ones. If overheating, sweating and rashes are your problem, sheepskin seat covers may be your best solution. They usually don't contain much filler, so they're not the best choice if you're looking for pain relief.
How do I choose the right saddle size?
Most motorcycle saddles specify the type of motorcycle they fit and give you the exact dimensions of the saddle so you can check it directly against your motorcycle seat. If you're still unsure, check the reviews to see if a previous owner has successfully installed the pads on your model of bike.
Will a motorcycle seat make me sit higher?
Motorcycle seat cushions allow you to sit slightly higher than the seat. But only slightly, as most cushions are designed to add as little height as possible. How much extra height you get depends on the type of mat you buy. In general, foam pads add up to 1/2 inch of height when ideally inflated.