Seat angle

[Xdriver]

Yes, I searched but using an iPhone maybe I couldn't do a real extensive one. That being said, does anyone have a remedy for the downward slope of the seat. I'm on a Rick Mayer seat and had a sergeant prior. Both slope down pretty bad. Needless to say this is tough on the boys after about 30 mins of riding. I have to do the on the pegs ADV pose to rescue my junk but being trampled by my arse.

My rubber stops on the back are shaved down and I tried wrapping the back tab in duct tape on the top edge to effectively push it down in the back. No dice. I can't think of much else to do, but thought maybe one of you had a trick.

The proper riding gear helps some, but running around locally I wear jeans and that where it gets me.

 

[Buelligan]

extend the front stop, and latch by adding washers, or having a friend machine taller parts for you.
I raised mine about 3/8" and am loving it.
I also have a Corbin, that I sent back and had them remove some padding from the rear, and add some to the front to help offset this issue.

B

 

[advswede1981]

Maybe you're applying the duct tape at the wrong place... ;D Seriously though, do you have tank grips? They make a difference by keeping you put.

 

[ThatsLife]

Maybe this?

http://www.yamahasupertenere.com/index.php?topic=2306.0

I tried it and it did make the seat flat as a board. However, I ended up putting back to stock. I like the slant, call me crazy.

 

[Xdriver]

Maybe you're applying the duct tape at the wrong place... ;D

That could create a whole set of other problems at the end of a long days ride. ;D

Also, I do have the tank grips and try to use them to keep myself in the right position and my core muscles etc. They do help.

Looks like some good ideas here and in the link to that other thread. I'll try some of this when I get a chance. Thanks for the suggestions.

 

[klunsford]

Something that I have found that works super great is bike shorts under your jeans. It has the pads on the right places and keeps the pressure off of the boys... Try it! and wearing them under the jeans means that no one will see them on you... ::025::

 

[snakebitten]

I wasn't really bothered by it either. But I did the mod because it was simple. Bigger difference than I expected. Now I WOULD notice if it was back to OEM.

 

[LukeDuke]

extend the front stop, and latch by adding washers, or having a friend machine taller parts for you.
I raised mine about 3/8" and am loving it.
I also have a Corbin, that I sent back and had them remove some padding from the rear, and add some to the front to help offset this issue.

B

Can you show photos of how you did this? I’m looking to do this to add height to the front part of the seat.

 

[sgio]

Here's a great way to flatten the seat. I did it and it helps quite a bit. Not perfect in my opinion, but much better.
https://yamahasupertenere.com/index.php?threads/variation-on-the-seat-mod-with-pictures.2306/

 

[LukeDuke]

Here's a great way to flatten the seat. I did it and it helps quite a bit. Not perfect in my opinion, but much better.
https://yamahasupertenere.com/index.php?threads/variation-on-the-seat-mod-with-pictures.2306/

I read through that and still would like to see some photos of the raised up latch/bracket? I assume it's the same bracket that the fuel tank pivots on? But would like to see exactly what's being done. Also what kind of spacers/washer were placed under the bracket.