Motorcycle Comfort Mods: Luxury Long Distance
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- Riding got your hands cramped, back buckled and bum numb? Here are six motorcycle mods that add comfort and luxury. You’ll be touring the world on that 1973 RD350 after these changes!
0:27 - Puig Clip-On Visor: frt9.co/c4niud
1:44 - Crampbuster Throttle Assist: frt9.co/515fk9
2:36 - Rox Speed FX Cruiser Pivot Risers: frt9.co/e2b02d
3:18 - Saddlemen TS1450R Backrest Tail Bag: frt9.co/8dfllm
4:48 - Air Gel Smart Seat Pad: frt9.co/1yyz5p
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The real lesson here is that motorcycle accessories are way overpriced. They're really trying to milk that mid-life-crisis money.
Yeah honestly we should make like the chinese and take their ideas and diy.
Actually, this is a little true but also false. This video is meant to be about luxurious accessories, not your normal ones. You can't use this to judge most accessories.
Like that bag was unnecessarily fancy and pricey. A top case with rack will cost more, but be stronger, have a back rest, have as much storage as you choose to buy, and the rack can be used for other things. Just get a cheaper bag for the go that fits your needs.
The gel cushion is over priced and the company is basically an expensive knock off of the much cheaper Airhawk, who are the standard in air pads.
The grip accessory is only $12.
Must expensive accessories are because the sales are low due to low USA ridership.
they probably think that we won't live that long anyways so no need for pension, children's college or wedding. No expectations of long-term customers
Most of those items are available for much less directly from China. I paid $30 for screen and $24 for bar risers.
Considering you can get a good motorcycle for way less than $7,000 entry level and the raw cost of most of these is less than $5 yeah looks like a space ripe for competition on price point.
“This bag is so class, even the pockets have their pockets”
I, too, have watched the video.
@@orppranator5230 me too. i was eating pizza. i dropped it on the floor after hearing this quote to show class as the roomba came over and started dry humping it. ahhh. pure luxury.
I was moderately impressed by the bag ,It is semi rigid and can be used as a back rest it appears to mount snugly on the seat and not too big to be portable.
So $160 for a higher quality useful item may be O.K.
Now I just need...
... a motorcycle. 🏍️
Go buy one. Like.. now
Now I just need... Legal age to get a license.
Wait for it, wait for it, wait for it, WAIT FOR IT, ok just wait for it ;-)
Yeah, I'll wait for it.
When...
'Winter is... over and spring is coming'.
I'll be Gixxing it up then.
Go buy one last week yo 👍😃 no regrets.
I remember when he first started. He is a lot more confident now but has stayed true to his original methods. Well done
$150 for a clip on piece of plastic
$230 for a gel filled plastic bag
$175 for fancy o ring risers
.
Good lord
If you follow the crumbs these mods are mostly used by middle-aged or older men, they're just trying to milk them... Most people who are in their 20s 30s know these plastic crappy things are made for like 5-10$max in HongKong and Xingjiang
Low volume = high price
Motorcycle parts are worst than boat parts . A complete rip off
@@boracay12 I got a clip on visor for my dad's bike on a certain shopping platform *cough*wish*cough* for 26 bucks. Fully adjustable with billet mountings. Top quality. I think that's fair.
@@Perry_dAccard not bad . I was thinking of exhaust pipes ,mufflers etc . Way over priced . .
That smile after putting the MacBooks in. Amazing. Astonishing. Incredible.
camel toe is funny
I like the gel pad ...but the price kinda 'Bums' me out!
my tw200 is like sitting on a brick.
I see what you did there
Get the Air Hawk seat instead. It's super good!
had my seat refoamed on my 1200rt by aztech seats in gas city indiana. best 100 buck ever spent. 16 hour days no problem
willyb933 you can get a used air hawk on eBay for $70.
The secret to motorcycle comfort:
Goldwing
Or Bmw K1600 Grand America
True, but then again one wants to ride a motorcycle and not drive a car.
After seeing the cost of all those accessories it's probably cheaper to buy a Goldwing than retrofit a cheaper bike! 😄
@@bachmed00 Yep...but they did not make it in 1975......a '75 Goldwing had the ability for Riding long distances way back then......and a '75 or any of the later ones are relatively inexpensive.
Don't forget the electraglide
That catwalk stance - you're in the wrong career.
Dude, your videos are so freaking funny. I love them.
JUST MAKE MORE PLEEEEASE
Wow... you must be Einstein.
nope they are not.
More likes than replies, people agree. Leave this channel
JustThaor Eh, I agree. This dude is funny
Shadrock99, Takes a simpler mind to notice.
The crampbuster (or throttle rocker) is almost a necessity for me on any highway trips. I didn't realize how 'handy' it was until I borrowed a bike without one.
Love the videos Ryan; Thanks for the tips!
I’ve been using one for years. I won’t ride without it.
I straight up bought 3 of these items. Ive been looking for solutions to all 3, and base my purchases on the fact that I trust you and your channel to provide unbiased reviews and take no ad kickbacks. Thanks F9!
Give us an update!
The cramp buster is TOTALLY worth the money. If y'all don't have one, get one. Just make sure it doesn't pinch the rubber at the end of your throttle grip against your bar ends otherwise your throttle will stick open. Once you have it set up correctly though it's perfect
^this. Perfect little thing for long rides that doesn't even get in the way. Wait, you think it DOES get in the way on your short commuter rides? Well then take the 4.5 seconds to pull it off and you're good to go!
I have been using one of these "full time" on my bike since the day I purchased the bike. Highway, City, back roads, it does not matter, because it does not get in the way of operation when it isn't being used. Super inexpensive way to assist with throttle wrist fatigue issues with a super easy installation.
Tried one out, it's nice, but the throttle locks have this thing beat. Yeah I know, dangerous and stuff. So is riding a motorcycle. I did an 800 mile day mostly on motorways and it was a godsend.
do those throttle locks still exist? I thought of them more as a 70s thing. Aftermarket or official part?
I got this one: advrider.com/index.php?threads/a-simple-inexpensive-throttle-lock.661808/
There are many other styles or brands available, I've even seen people 3D print them and you can also use a stiff enough cable lock.
Apart from the throttle assist, these were all soo expensive for what they may offer D: Best comfort advise I'd give would be proper suspension (tuned) and curvy roads that never stop amazing!
Jim Doe lol, good tuned suspension will cost 2x ally of these things combined.
All these things together cost a good 800$ combined, you can definitely get a (tuned) suspension upgrade for that money. It won't be ohlins but it'll be much better than standard untuned.
Jim Doe däaoordqäaq
Faux leather that wouldn't fool a vegan! I lost it!
I really enjoy the Jeremy Clarkson schtick without the Jeremy Clarkson. Thanks for your work.
"A comfortable cavity for my ummm...... nuts is supposed to be cold tomorrow." Haha that's the best line I love it. Ryan you are hilarious man.
Hammerfoot that was laugh out loud!
For those with $20 to spend on a road trip cut an old life jacket and gorilla tape the closed cell foam onto your seat so it's wider and has a long groove for your tailbone (coast to coast to coast and it's still there making 1000 km days on a DR650 dual sport possible) oh and buy a bag of earplugs.
That would definitely be my way of doing things. Every time I look at motorcycle accessories the first thing that comes to mind after looking at the price is how I could build it myself. Windshield riser? Some clear acrylic cut to shape then heated up with a heat gun over some moderately curved surface and some 3d printed clamps. Seat? A bit of recycled foam with a cover over it. Highway pegs? Some plumbing parts and some tube clamps.
The amount of money they charge for some plastic is just plain silly.
@@EllaBananas My Wife and I rode to the south of France from the UK..on a Honda 550 K3
to stop Saddle Numbness I folded a single Airbed on to the Bike's Seat and Bungeed in in place.......sat on the Bike with the Airbed Delated...then slowly added air ...until there was just enough to give support........no more saddle soreness .
+1 on those earplugs! And once I passed 50, I found taking a pain reliever (I use Alleve) before a long riding day makes a huge difference.
Australian sheep skin works awesome for the seat. Nice and cool, cushion-y, cheaper, weather proof (with proper care), and you can have it made into a custom seat cover for a perfect fit.
Sounds good I am interested how do I get one.
@@leeengelsman1855 go to Australia. Buy a sheep. Kill it. Remove the skin.
For the throttle mod.....JUST BE AWARE OF YOUR SLEEVES AND WRISTS!!!!! My bf accidentally whiskey throttled through a turn because while reaching for the front brake, his sleeve caught the thing and he ended up dumping the bike right out from under him.
4:55 The Airhawk seat pad is good also. I purchased one from Canada's Motorcycle (Fort Nine's predecessor) for 220$. A tad expensive for what it is. However, it Works. Blow a bit of air (less is more... Do Not Overfill) into the bladders and you'll have hours of comfy riding.
I can never get enough of your cheesy humour Ryan, lol. Ride safe bro!
A couple things I've used on all my bikes is a throttle lock (no crap buster for me) which is so nice out on the open road. Just set your speed and lock it. You can still adjust the throttle if need be, so you can quit annoying those who follow you with their cruise control on. You'll maintain a steady speed instead of speeding up and slowing down as I've noticed while following bikes on the road. It's hard to maintain a steady speed unless you're constantly looking at the speedometer. Another mod is to cut down about 1" of the harder foam out of your seat and put a layer of memory foam in place of it. That will make long trips so much more comfortable on your butt.
Best production quality videos!love from India!
Great tips as usual.. and always in an awesome way to show them heheheh
\m/ Ride in peace buddy
Another great video Ryan, thanks! I started using Grip Puppies a few years ago and the really helped reducing vibration and aching in my hands.
I use an Airhawk cushion for long stints in the saddle....a lot cheaper than the Wild ASS product, though the straps were rather thin and tore out after a couple years of use (had better ones sown on)
Hello Ryan,
I just realized I had not yet subscribed!!!
Been enjoying your content for some time. Keep up the good work.
Wishing you much success.
Thank you for all your videos.
I would like to see you doing one about motorcycle covers, I keep buying motorcycle covers seems like they do not last, they all ripped before the year is over.
I will wait until I see your motorcycle cover video before I buy another one.
Thank you.
+1 The ones I've been buying fade quickly due to direct sunlight. I should replace them every two years but live in a high-ish crime area and don't want to attract extra attention to my ride. A better cover that lasted longer would solve both problems.
the only thing im buying is the throttle pad, dont even need it but at $12, why not?? take that as a lesson, other products
I went out and bought the cramp buster after this video and you were right it significantly improved my hand/arthritis issue.
Even the pockets have pockets. Lost it.
5:19😂😂😂 well played Ryan
I know right! HAHAHAHA
I'm disappointed that none of these mods involves potatoes or chocolate.
You love Bayern?
I live in Bayern, Allgäu
Nearby Kempten, which is nearby Castle Neuschwanstein and nearby Munich XD
München around 100km and Füsen around 60
Heck, I thought Ryan was serious about the Saddlemen tail bag's penholders accepting only Mont Blanc. I could have purchased six tail bags for the price of that single pen!
What a Fine gift, just got back from the doctor because of a crash in my bike and king Joffrey uploaded, WHAT A DAY! keep it up Ryan
nutriacubica WHAT A LOVEL-oh, shit....Wrong channel.
@@CorySllw1337 I knew they'll be a comment like this haha
I so could have used this information before I rode from Toronto to Key West, Florida and back! All the issues I had, solved in this one video. Thanks for the recommendations!
Man if I rode all the way to Key West, why come back at all?😂😂
Couldn't you just buy a Goldwing?
All of those items seam quite expensive if you think of the multiple choices in the market. Though, I don't doubt the quality.
Guilherme Röseler de Carvalho that's why the video is about "luxurious gear", not the gear most people would want /buy, like picking the ridiculously expensive wild ass over the much cheaper Airhawk.
When it comes to windscreen spoilers try a cheap one from China bought via fleabay (£15). Works surprisingly well and has made me decide that I don't need a new, taller screen after all. Wind still hits my helmet but it is a smooth flow with little turbulence.
Ryan, you need your own television show. Tons of great info and immensely entertaining. You rock. Keep the momentum.
Alaska Leather makes several sheepskin seat pad options for a lot less than the wild ass air gel pad. I bought their cheapest one ($60) several years and thousands of miles ago. It's been great. It's comfy, thin, breathable, surprisingly water-resistant, and doesn't get hot even when parked in direct sunlight. My dad got an air pad for his bike, but didn't like it at all.
Beautiful. Nice job. Keep it up 👍
Handerl - Serse - Ombra mai fu by the Saint Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, is the song at the end, if anyone is wondering. :)
Ryan... You are killing it brother. I love the sarcastic sense of sarcasm man. Keep rolling that way.
Props for the I
Wahaha The smirk, after you put the "best four" macbooks inside the bag! :D
That is NOT the way Ombra Mai Fu should be sung (Händel, very last few seconds). Cæsar is NOT a baritone! :(
The goal is to go from "this" to "this". Buy R1250GS, done :P
When you‘ve got 20k to spare then that is indeed a valid argument. Not really a mod tho😅
Dude, you're the "Good Eats" (Alton Brown) of moto stuff.
3:55 you look like some kind of stolen smartphones and laptop dealer OMG too funny xD
"Don from Ottawa" (1:22 in the video) here, six years in the future.
What Ryan didn't mention in the video is that Fortnine got me a free replacement Puig deflector, which served me well for several years.
Also, when I eventually replaced that one with an identical model just recently, I noticed that the hinges have been improved with reinforcements screws, making them much stronger. And the overall quality of the plastics remains top-drawer.
I recommend both Puig and Fortnine.
Do they make a ran mount for my grey poupon?
But, of course!
David Folse Yes and discussions with Germany are on-going
You joke.. but I literally bought a ram cupholder so I could carry a jar of Grey Poupon with me.
My son is now living in Canada he suggested I look at Fortnine.
I’m in the Uk and have never seen such an informative well presented bike channel? Wrong description.
Very. Wrong word exceptional series. Intelligent. Informative etc etc.
Well done you deserve greatness. 👍👍😊
I didn't know that you had a BMW! Last time I checked, you had a Suzuki. Nice choice, but is it a heavy bike? Miss the videos. Keep em coming!
Watch his recently-released Tenere 7 video. The BMW might be going away. ua-cam.com/video/5WJvQqeQpe8/v-deo.html
Yep....things have changed from riding my XT500 back in 1980..😄
Love how even the salesman seems to have sticker shock over the prices of this stuff. Motorcycling is one of those things that can be pretty much as cheap or expensive as you want it to be. I guess touring stuff is mostly focused on the wealthier retirees and mid-life-crisis folks, opposite of commuting stuff that is targeted at those too cheap to put gas in their car.
Agree with throttle rockers. I've used them for 20 years, but would prefer cruise control which should be on every street bike sold these days. Would you buy a car without it? Putting your legs up is a bad idea. I rode with a bunch of Harley guys once. The noise was awful - gave me a constant headache - and the leg up riding position shifts your weight from your ilia/femurs to your coccyx. These guys had to stop every hour and walk around because of the pain in their butts. The best riding position resembles a rider on a horse.
Just buy a Road King. Very comfy 😊
This man and this channel single handedly sold me on buying a motorcycle after debating it for years. Any passtime that could attract such a good guy must be worthy of my time
I highly recommend the Crampbuster
Kardashien ... spelling... gel pad inserts lol I’m 63 yr old biker choked on my coffee,, great info superb humour life saving channel this guy should be on tv
What was the end music?
Ombra mai fu by Handel. I am guessing he selected it based on his reference to an Aria by Handel earlier in the video.
Sweet. I just ordered four of those throttle clamps.. one for each bike :-) BTW they cost ONE pound on ebay each :-)
👍 For 5:22
OMG ... One of your best videos to date (and that is saying allot). I laughed so hard, coffee evacuated my face .. !!! Excellent job, guys.
Yup, just rode 12800 miles from Florida to Alaska and back on an FJ-09. Had the cramp buster and highway pegs but also grip puppies on heated grips and a simple throttle lock. A purpose designed (sport) touring windshield is a must in my humble opinion. All in all comfy enough to want to do it again!
"Hey, lets be honest, after 12 hours in the saddle, this is the only thing keeping me from folding in half" I cracked up. But only because I can relate.
2 favorite iPhone and 4 best MacBooks. I died. Lol
If you only get one thing for a road trip the crampbuster is 1000% worth it. That thing is the greatest.
Ride a royal enfield...👍
I could actually use some of these. xd Lucky for me my frame sliders can be used as footrests in a pinch.
Alternatives:
MRA X-creen
Airhawk seat pad
3D mesh seat cover
Grip Puppies comfort overgrips
Cheap expandable tank bag stuffed with padding to lie on
4:19 Liked this straight away just for that bonkers amount of cheese =P
For the seat we use a small 10" tyre tube inflated as required. Some people have even made cushions into which the tube fits. A much cheaper option.
On the old days it was not so about the comfort but about the ride itself. Nowadays we are so sensitive when it comes to comfort :)))))))) Perhaps we should focus on the ride more ! Just saying....
I would prefer to stick with my airhawk (airhawk.net/) for the seat pad, especially given the legal issues wildass has encountered, and also because the price is significantly lower. And I've used one for over 100k miles. Also, if you are considering a tailbag as a backrest, I would highly recommend a bikers friend (www.bikersfriend.com/), which I have tested during SW FL's monsoon season and confirm is indeed watertight. Also the back rest is positionable.
I made myself something like this for 5 $ on my windshield.
I can do 1000km on my 250...front screen donated in Kyrgyzstan...other than that....earplugs...I can do easy miles with earplugs now
After I discovered my Beemer’s seat was designed in the Second World War as an interrogation device, I tried many different remedies, including a new seat. The fix that worked for me for all my bikes is quality (IE: expensive) gel underwear sold at high end bicycle shops. There are many designs so it’s important to find a distributor that knows the product that interfaces between your ass and the seats you’ll be putting it on. I also bought a well known brand for motorcycles; they were pretty good, but they weren’t nearly as good as the product used by dedicated bicycle racers. Be ready to shell out $300 + . . . but your undercarriage will thank you. If so inclined, you can use also them to play spanky-spanky . . . but that’s another story.
Those Cramp Busters or Throttle Rockers or whatever they're called this particular week are great on longer rides. Just remember to adjust or remove it before test driving your buddies ZX14 for the first time. The surprise wheelie out of the Gas station parking lot can get a little hairy
Indeed... I found them more of a hassle in slow-speed scenarios than they were an advantage on longer rides, so mine quickly ended up in a box in the garage....
The clamp-style "throttle lock cruise control" is a much better way to get some streching in on longer rides.
Lol I do have a 74 rd 350 and I don't think it can ever be a long distance cruiser
Getting a dl650... I could use some floorboards. Going cross country me would appreciate that greatly.
Have you considered lamb skin fleece? This can be easily cut and strapped on. The price for “adventure” gear is way over the top to the point of financial abuse. Great vids... thanks!
The only thing that bothers me on my bike is my hands, I don't have a death grip or anything. Just after riding for like 3 straight days they get sore or something lol.
Have you tried Grip Puppies? They're relatively cheap, easy to install, and they made a huge improvement in comfort.
Why not just get the right sized windshield in the first place? Crampbusters are good, cruise control is better, and if your hands are going numb you're gripping the handlebars too tightly, or they handlebars are in a bad position for your body type. The rainshell on the bag is CRAP! Gel seats are nice, but inflatable ones puncture and pop within a couple of months, a HUGE waste of money. Highway pegs are great, but you have to put them in the right position, and should be rubber padded and have a lip on the end to prevent your feet from slipping off
These accessories add up to more than any bike I've ever purchased. Hardly sound buying advice.
I always tend to do the one hand on the handlebars, leaned back stance on the highway lol
Look up Kuryakyn swingwing pegs. They're considered mini-floorboards but part of them rotate up to become highway pegs
NUTS! Its supposed be cold tomorrow! 😄
My uncle started Rox speedfx, it's always awesome to see how far they've reached.
Thanks for turning me onto the crampbuster. I don’t know how I ever rode without this thing! My throttle hand thanks you!
Greetings from the (wasting away) USA. As a pretext for my question; you should know that I have decades of riding experience, on and off-road; from the desert and mountains of Southern CA to the highway/freeways. Unfortunately, I don't currently own a bike. Hopefully, that be remedied very soon. My question for you is, what are your thoughts about a BMW RT?
I am not really interested in going off-road anymore, I will mainly ride on back-roads and highways. Additionally, I don't want a sport-touring bike that is so large it needs reverse!
Love the throttle paddle. I got a HD Day Bag for $100. Less complicated much cheaper. The windscreen addition has my interest. Even my large windscreen causes helmet buffeting. I don't know about putting my lips to inflate a plastic bag I would consider siting on for hours.....
I love ur vids bro and im getting a couple of these for my KTM 1290 super adventure r ❤️
Few of those interest me but, your delivery was entertaining. Thanks for the reviews.
$280 bucks for a seat cushion?!?!!?!? Wholly crap! The complete optional factory Ducati comfort seat for my bike costs just $10 more. Now I don't feel bad getting it!
1) get an ebay $15 knock off windshield deflector and save $135
2) the wrist buster is amazing
3) the air gel works but wayyyyy overpriced. There are great chinese knock offs for a fraction or a sheepskin
You upload way to rarely!
I know it's a lot of work, but we desperately need our regular dose of fortnine!
I have same bike 2014. love it indeed thanx for the heads up on it. For the seat i use half a black sheep skin tied don with a bungie which has saved my ass over thousands of miles for £25.
You have a lowered seat installed on yours i see? I went the other way as bike was too high and i installed the Touratech 50mm lowering kit which has changed the bike for the better and i can plant my feet down now :D