Have a 2016 RT-S and I love it so far. One issue I have is that the damn seat makes my butt sweat like crazy on hot days, especially when it is parked in a parking lot and just retaining the heat from the sun. I have looked around, but can't seem to find any kind of vented/cooled seat....maybe it is just a weird problem, LOL...but you guys have any suggestions to keep my rear-side cooler on the hot days???
Have seen many with the beaded seat. Others use the sheepskin seats as well as air hawks. There are quite a few. There are some light covers for when parked in the sun that also helps keep the photo op people off...
Gene and Ilana De Laney Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
The stock seat has a plastic film under the vinyl for waterproofing. The Ultimate Seat doesn't. Since switching, my RT is comfortable for hours on end. No sweating. The trade off is the need to use an elastic lined seat cover to keep water from soaking in during a downpour. In my experience, well worth the inconvenience.
Have a 2016 RT-S and I love it so far. One issue I have is that the damn seat makes my butt sweat like crazy on hot days, especially when it is parked in a parking lot and just retaining the heat from the sun. I have looked around, but can't seem to find any kind of vented/cooled seat....maybe it is just a weird problem, LOL...but you guys have any suggestions to keep my rear-side cooler on the hot days???
Corbin now makes a seat which not only offers electric heating, but also cooling. Check it out at www.corbin.com
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
Found a universal ATV seat cover at bass pro fits on mine like a sheep skin breathes fine np in the Louisiana rain either.IMG_1863.jpg
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Found a universal ATV seat cover at bass pro fits on mine like a sheep skin breathes fine np in the Louisiana rain either.IMG_1863.jpg
I tried one of those, I could not keep it in place on my RT, if someone wants it, no packaging, u pay the freight I will send it.
I then bought a sheepskin, long wool, cover from the nice fellow at Misty Mountain Sheepskin, wow, great buy, cooler in summer, warmer in the cold, looks great, and he has money back guarantee on fit and comfort.
Joe
U.S. Army Viet Nam Era Vet
2013 Spyder RT-L, Black Currant
Trunk mount dual SS flag holder
TricLed foam hand grips (awesome)
Chromed Soaring Eagle License Holder
Utopia Deluxe driver backrest
LED fender lighting
Fast Flash LED brake light
Spyder Pops LED/skid plate
If you aren't dressed properly, AGATT, particularly textile mesh gear in a light color. It isn't worn just show everyone else you aren't stupid, it keeps you cooler in the heat than exposed skin with a controlled airflow, at least as long as you are moving. With my mesh pants I can sit on a hot seat that has been out in the sun and just barely feel the heat.
For backside comfort I added a low-cost sheepskin cover I got from IKEA, it helped with sore butt and kept me cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Funny how that works. I don't know how well it would work out in the desert in the summertime. Perhaps one of those wooden bead covers would be better?
Beadrider, Put one on before my IBA SS1K, buddy tried the sheepskin, we rode 1000 miles together and I was coollllll, buddy took his soaking wet sheepskin off half way through the day. He was .... not so cool.
Additional benefit is it keeps your but dry (drier) in the rain.
Safe Rides,
David and Sharon Goebel
Both Retired USAF Veterans
2018 Anniversary Edition RT Limited
Baja Ron ultimate swaybar. Vredestein tires, Baja Ron Front Shock Pre-load adjusters, Pedal Box, See my Spyder Garage
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I suggest you look at http://kontourseat.com/ as they specifically focus on cooling. I had one of their seats on a BMW I had and it made a noticeable difference.
Rob
2015 RT-Ltd SE6 and F3S SE6, both with a number of commercial add-ons plus my own tweaks.
Lots of choices here. Sheepskin is probably the least expensive. Get a good one though. Imitation will not hold its insulating qualities and will matt down like a terrycloth towel.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
The only problem with sheepskin is they are just plain UGLY! Looks like you picked up a little road kill for dinner on the way home!
White 2013 Spyder RT Limited. BajaRon Swaybar, Custom Dynamic Third Brake Light. Ultimate Custom Black and White seat with driver and passenger back rest. Gloryder Led Wheel lights.Custom Dynamics Led Bright sides, Amber and Red Fender lights, and Saddle Bag Bright sides.
2016 F3 Limited Intense Red Pearl. Lidlox, BRP Driver Back Rest, BRP Passenger Back Rest,Fog Lights, GPS, Signature Light! Custom Dynamics LED Bright Sides, Amber and Red Fender lights, and Saddle Bag Bright Sides.
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Originally Posted by collinsmandm
np in the Louisiana rain either.
White 2013 Spyder RT Limited. BajaRon Swaybar, Custom Dynamic Third Brake Light. Ultimate Custom Black and White seat with driver and passenger back rest. Gloryder Led Wheel lights.Custom Dynamics Led Bright sides, Amber and Red Fender lights, and Saddle Bag Bright sides.
