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[quote author=CDNRatMan link=topic=43287.msg96981#msg96981 date=1472069590]
  Mr. Seedman and old Drifter here are some pictures of my seat pad and some measurements. I tried to find it on the web and seems they might not make them anymore.

The one I have is the Air Series seat pads. Second top row in the first picture.
First pictures shows the rubber bottom with the 2 straps to hold it in place on the seat.
Second picture is of the weaved top sort of a net type of top.
Third picture is of the weave and it is deep and dense sort of a cushion, very comfy.
Fourth is the tag on the pad and it has a phone number 800-403-2714, then it says propadinc.com the rest is wore out  
last picture shows the measurements I got off the pad.......
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Well I know I'm resurrecting an old thread here but I just managed to get a hold of a used air hawk seat pad, which I see you've got as well. I can't really stand my seat either on my Valkyrie or my drifter for more than two hours, so I'm going to try this thing this year  and see how it goes. I don't plan to even strap it to the seat because it's going to be used on both of my bikes. I'll just put it in the saddlebags when I'm not on the bike. If we can get enough warm weather for me to ride for two hours in the next few weeks or whatever, I'll report in how the air Hawk seat pad works for me.   BTW I had one on my triumph Bonneville some years ago, because that seat was more like a torture plank, and it enabled me to ride for 200 miles a stretch with little discomfort, so I imagine with the more comfortable drifter seat I should be able to ride all day now with the air hawk pad. We'll see.

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Posted by OR Seedman

- August 28, 2016, 08:54:18 AM

The pad I got seems to work pretty well for about 50 miles....then the discomfort starts (but not nearly as bad as without it) I found a gel seat supplier online that will also take your seat and do a gel pad installation, large memory foam over that, with smoothing foam over the whole seat and ship it back within 3 business days of receiving it for $170 total. they have good reviews and for that amount, I am willing to be without my ride for a few days. Here is there contact info:

Kno Place Upholstery Co.
13069 Pine Cliff Cr.
Rapid City, SD 57702

KnoPlace@aol.com

Posted by Old Drifter

- August 24, 2016, 16:14:57 PM

Thanks for posting this. Now I know it's the first one that you posted. It's the "pro pad" and it's the same size. http://www.whitehorsegear.com/pro-pad-air-series-seat-cushions

I'll be ordering soon.

Posted by CDNRatMan

- August 24, 2016, 15:13:10 PM

Mr. Seedman and old Drifter here are some pictures of my seat pad and some measurements. I tried to find it on the web and seems they might not make them anymore.

The one I have is the Air Series seat pads. Second top row in the first picture.
First pictures shows the rubber bottom with the 2 straps to hold it in place on the seat.
Second picture is of the weaved top sort of a net type of top.
Third picture is of the weave and it is deep and dense sort of a cushion, very comfy.
Fourth is the tag on the pad and it has a phone number 800-403-2714, then it says propadinc.com the rest is wore out
last picture shows the measurements I got off the pad.......

Posted by dkeshish

- August 24, 2016, 00:26:07 AM

Mine with inserts and I trimmed it myself. Just can't take credit of the upholstery...

Quote from: OR_Seedman on August 14, 2016, 13:07:51 PM
I would like to pose a question regarding seat pads/cushions...I have a stock 2001 solo seat on my 800. It looks very comfortable and for the first 15 or 20 miles it feels okay..BUT...after that it really starts to make my butt ache...I usually do a round trip of about 80 miles or so going out to my research farm and it gets really uncomfortable about halfway there and back. My wife is not going to let me spend the money on a Corbin or other aftermarket seat, so I was wondering if anyone can recommend a seat pad/cushion that would help alleviate the issue. I am not a small guy (6 ft - 230lb), but I have an old man flat butt. My budget is $100 or less......anyone?

Thanks.

Posted by CDNRatMan

- August 23, 2016, 19:55:43 PM

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will let you know how it feels after a trip to the coast...

ok got your link to open now, same company it seems but my pad has more a woven cover that lets the air flow under you and the water to flow out from under you.

just remember what some of the members keep saying no pictures it never happened......

Posted by OR Seedman

- August 23, 2016, 19:38:06 PM

yup...all of about 120 miles round trip.... No wonder so many people on this forum give you flack...you a funny guy!

Posted by CDNRatMan

- August 23, 2016, 18:54:50 PM

so you going to ride all the way to the Pacific........

Posted by OR Seedman

- August 23, 2016, 18:53:03 PM

ordered this one a few days ago from Amazon....will let you know how it feels after a trip to the coast...

Diamond Plate Gel/Memory Foam Motorcycle Seat Cushion - One Size

Posted by CDNRatMan

- August 23, 2016, 18:52:24 PM

same one and I would never trade it.......

Posted by Old Drifter

- August 23, 2016, 14:06:24 PM

Quote from: CDNRatMan on August 23, 2016, 10:50:55 AM
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0058O293Y/ref=pe_344980_204999960_em_1p_0_ti

Is this like the one you have?

Posted by CDNRatMan

- August 23, 2016, 10:50:55 AM

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0058O293Y/ref=pe_344980_204999960_em_1p_0_ti

Posted by pcarrell

- August 18, 2016, 08:46:03 AM

Actually, the whole job only took about an hour. I watched a couple of episodes of Family Feud while I did it, and when they were done, so was I.

Posted by OR Seedman

- August 18, 2016, 07:38:24 AM

That looks like a good winter project....before I start longer rides next spring...

Posted by pcarrell

- August 17, 2016, 21:51:26 PM

I'm not sure yet, but he looked pretty excited to have it, so I'd guess so.

Posted by CDNRatMan

- August 17, 2016, 19:34:28 PM

Has he gotten it out of the back of his truck yet?

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