BigNorm
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So the large airhawk would work on my bike?
Navigator
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I would think so. Just measure the seat and size the Airhawk. I bought the largest one and it fit perfectly.
I've seen some guys over fill them but I found that following the manufacturers instructions was best. You inflate it until firm, sit on it and then open the valve until you can just feel the bike seat through it. The compartmentation keeps it from feeling squishy or unstable. It comes with two tie down straps, front and rear and a repair kit. I've never heard of one leaking but I suppose it could happen. And you're not sitting on rubber. The bag is encased in a high quality cloth cover that breathes.
The only thing is that it does take up about 1-2"-3/4" seat space so if the stock seat already feels tight you it the Airhawk might not be for you. I found that the Corbin was the roomiest seat allowing the most movement with the Rick Mayer after that. The Russel is confining to me but owners love the road couch comfort. I bought the Corbin for my Rocket brand new and within a few weeks one popped up on line in excellent condition, with backrest, for about half the price.
Steel
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I have the large Airhawk 2 on my Roadster. At 6' tall and a Happy Meal away from 300 lbs it makes lono trips comfortable (if adjusted right ). Plus the spaces between the pads allows a little air flow, not enough to feel but enough to keep my ass from sweating on a hot South Louisiana day.
I've never been on JC diet, but I'm glad it's working for you. I've been on the Caveman or Paleo Diet for a month today, and have lost 22 pounds (and still eating as much as I want)
BigNorm
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It sounds like the air hawk might be worth a shot. If I feel I'm up to high I can always take the vinyl off and cut the padding down. I'm still getting used to my knees being so bent. The ride is a little more cramped than I'm used to but feel I'll get used to it and it's probably good for me to bend my knees. lol. Does the corbin seat sit any farther back than stock?
BigNorm
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Good for you Steel. I wish I could live on beer, booze, Happy meals and pizza. Throw in an occasional steak! However I'm learning I need to alter the way I eat if I want to be around for long.
Where are you in Good Ole LA? I was stationed at Ft. Polk in the 90s. Good times were had and I miss the people. I asked a guy I went to basic with why they called the Bayou the Bayou. He said, "Well, When you get up in the mornin' and walk outside... the water is By You."
I'm not sure if I'm up for another Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street but I'd love to down some brews there... except I'm on f'n Jenny Craig. lol
Navigator
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On the Corbin, yes it does, well at least on my Classic. Below are two pics. The only issue my son has with it is that it is a bit too roomy. I can't recall if there is much of a difference between a Classic and a Touring seat though.
I'll be riding it next week in Maryland so will measure it from the tank to the back of the seat and post it.
Navigator
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Good for you Steel. I wish I could live on beer, booze, Happy meals and pizza. Throw in an occasional steak! However I'm learning I need to alter the way I eat if I want to be around for long.
Where are you in Good Ole LA? I was stationed at Ft. Polk in the 90s. Good times were had and I miss the people. I asked a guy I went to basic with why they called the Bayou the Bayou. He said, "Well, When you get up in the mornin' and walk outside... the water is By You."
I'm not sure if I'm up for another Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street but I'd love to down some brews there... except I'm on f'n Jenny Craig. lol
I found that too Big Norm. I had climbed to over 245 pounds as I got into my mid-60s and realized that I had to make changes. I got down to 200 on the Medifast plan but that is a very draconian diet. We just can't eat like we want anymore as we put on a few years. I had a steak dinner and 3 glasses of wine after 4 pm yesterday and found was up 2 pounds this morning. I need to get down to about 205 and stay there. It is easy to do if one is careful. I've heard guys getting good results on the Caveman diet. I find that if I eat small portions, to include light snacks every 2.5 hours, the weight peals off. No big dinners anymore. That is the basic principle of Weight Watchers, Medifast, and probably others. You keep the metabolism functioning at a high rate.
I've only been through LA going between Texas and Florida. Have always wanted to check out Natchitoches, LA
BigNorm
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After playing Army, jumping out of planes and power lifting I find everything hurts. I'll be 45 this year. I find I have a lot of the same aches as men 20 years my senior or more.
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Steel
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I'm near Morgan City, which is straight south from Baton Rouge, down by the coast.Good for you Steel. I wish I could live on beer, booze, Happy meals and pizza. Throw in an occasional steak! However I'm learning I need to alter the way I eat if I want to be around for long.
Where are you in Good Ole LA? I was stationed at Ft. Polk in the 90s. Good times were had and I miss the people. I asked a guy I went to basic with why they called the Bayou the Bayou. He said, "Well, When you get up in the mornin' and walk outside... the water is By You."
I'm not sure if I'm up for another Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street but I'd love to down some brews there... except I'm on f'n Jenny Craig. lol
I've had to drop a few things on this diet, but I can eat all the meat I want and lots of fruit. Pretty much anything a caveman could have gotten his hands on. As for the alcohol, I had to give it up because it makes me break out in handcuffs. I still like hanging out on Bourbon st though.