Sore Tailbone

[kpspyder]

Does anyone have a good suggestions as to what I may add to my std. seat that may help in not having what is known as "Monkey Butt" after riding a while?
I already have the backrest.
Is it the std. RTS seat even though it seems to be very comfortable.

[Bob Denman]

Try a sheepskin seat over...

[BikerDoc]

Does anyone have a good suggestions as to what I may add to my std. seat that may help in not having what is known as "Monkey Butt" after riding a while?
I already have the backrest.
Is it the std. RTS seat even though it seems to be very comfortable.

Bead rider or Alaskan sheepskin or biker gel pants are some items used. Personally I rode 1000 miles in 24 hrs earlier this week while using standard seat and simply shifting my position occasionally and did not experience any problems

[Copperman]

Does anyone have a good suggestions as to what I may add to my std. seat that may help in not having what is known as "Monkey Butt" after riding a while?
I already have the backrest.
Is it the std. RTS seat even though it seems to be very comfortable.

beadrider.com

It really keeps you cool. You really notice it in the cool weather when you're riding and you're thinking, "Daym, my butt's cold!"

[Eagle1]

I use a sheep skin, change position and stretch occasionally.

[Empty Pockets]

Air Hawk R works well

[Dragonfly]

Sheep Skin from Misty Mountain. Works great for me and the ladies all like it.

[ARtraveler]

I have both a sheepskin/gel seat cover and a Airhawk cushion. I put on one, the other, or both on when the need arises.

[spacetiger]

You didn't indicate the riding load on the bike; are you sure you are not bottoming out (weak rear shock spring)?

If this is the case, no seat will help you on long rides.

Jerry

[GloryRyders]

Sheep Skin from Misty Mountain. Works great for me and the ladies all like it.

..............saw Misty Mountian this weekend at SpyderPalooza and got my third sheep skin from them. They have lots of colors to pick from and their prices are the best I have ever found!

[Woodsrider]

Monkey butt is usually referred to as the red from chaffing, and I'll put a +1 on a beadrider for that....along with anti-monkey butt powder.

For soreness...I tried airhawk, and beadrider, but didn't help with the sore. I went with an aftermarket seat with backrest and it seems much better.

[Cruzr Joe]

Air Hawk R works well

Airhawk "R" works very well


Cruzr Joe

[Chupaca]

gel cushion, sheepskin, beadded, air cushion to mention a few. Different seat which can be costly. If you ryde with others or attend rallies check out others. Our sponsors may help as well...

[SPYD3R]

I use a 'Beaded Seat' covered by a sheep skin...
NO monkey butt, no sore butt, just a nice comfortable ride...
Dan P
Easley, SC
SPYD3R

[Motorcycledave]

Hi Dave here.....
I have the cure for that, go to my website and click on the pictures
button, you will see the seat wit the cut out section where your tailbone
would be and the Gel and memory foam installed step by step
QUESTIONS???? call me 209-887-3283
Dave

[mtdoragary]

Airhawk gets my vote.

[MEP]

Airhawk gets my vote.

Mine, too.

[LEEB]

Airhawk gets my vote.

Airhawk has several different models. Which one(s) would best fit the rider and the passenger seat on a 2014 RT-S? Thanks!!

[Tadgh45]

Air Hawk R is great! $150.00 beats the heck out of $1000.00 for a new Ultimate or Corbin. Its removable and I can switch it over to my Harley Ultra Limited whenever I want. Love it! I just did about 800 miles with it over the last 4 days on my RT-S and had no problem with comfort at all.

[OldCowboy]

I tried an Air Hawk R. Didn't help. Got a refund.

I tried a gel and foam cushion. Didn't help. Dogs ate the cushion, so I couldn't get a refund.

Now, I've got an Ultimate Seat on order. I'll let you know how it works.

Remember, everyone's tush is different.

[spyderyderjim]

Does anyone have a good suggestions as to what I may add to my std. seat that may help in not having what is known as "Monkey Butt" after riding a while?
I already have the backrest.
Is it the std. RTS seat even though it seems to be very comfortable.

DIY stock seat foam surgery removal to fit 18" wide x 14" L x 3" thick orothopedic firm memory foam seat cushion into stock RT seat.
Memory foam cushion gives support under front of thighs.
http://www.amazon.com/Seat-Cushion-O...r+seat+cushion
Cut front left side seat base, install 2 hinges for gas flap (don't have to raise seat to fill gas tank).
Staple stock seat cover back on. Jim

2011 RT-S memory foam seat gas doorflap.jpg2011 RT-S seat base memory foam Utophia backrest.jpg2014 RT-S Firm memory foam seat cushion.jpg

[MEP]

Airhawk has several different models. Which one(s) would best fit the rider and the passenger seat on a 2014 RT-S? Thanks!!

My wife and I use the Airhawk in the medium cruiser size for both rider and passenger.

[oldguyinTX]

Air Hawk R works well

I have one on mt RT & love it. There is also the advantage of sitting a little higher, which takes some of the strain off of my old hips.

[bluestratos]

On my last bike I suffered from tail bone pain and I completely understand what you are going through. After 1 hour I could not stand the pain. Unlike Monkey Butt, Coccydynia can be excruciating and can point to medical problems either from a past injury or may others that only your doctor can help with. I had a custom foam pillow made up with a cutout where my tail bone made contact and of course that solved the problem. I used black anagahide and added Velcro straps to hold it on the seat.

Coccydynia is sensitive to almost any contact with the seat so even a cut out in the foam below the seat cover will likely not help, I tried this but as soon as I sat on the seat, my weight would stretch the fabric tight and still apply enough contact to cause pain.

On my 2014 I suffer no paint at all.. go figure, it is almost as if the problem has gone into remission. I now just use Gold Bond medicated powder, it has a numbing effect and lubricates to prevent chaffing. I can travel 4-6 hours between adding powder. It not just a talc, it actually has something in it that burns a bit at first but then settles in and provides great comfort on long rides.

[Dan McNally]

+1 on the AirHawk R. My standard seat was good for about an hour of constant riding. Adding a sheepskin and a gelpad added another 30 minutes. My AirHawk R lets me ride until my low level light comes on and I need to refuel . . . It was an amazing difference.