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| Manufacturer | Billet Proof Designs |
|---|---|
| Brand | Billet Proof Designs |
| Model | Cruiser Seat Cushion |
| Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 16 x 7 x 3 inches |
| Item model number | FA-AH2MED |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FA-AH2MED |
| OEM Part Number | AH2MED |
| Position | Bottom |
| Special Features | Inflatable |
AIRHAWK MEDIUM CRUISER CUSHION SEAT
Unique inflatable, multi-cell air pad made in polyurethane, cover in stretchable fabric on top, breathable mesh sides and non skid material on bottom. Cruiser straps included. Measures 14″ L X 14″ W.
Sit and Ride more hours.
AIRHAWK is known for its DOUBLE-YOUR-SIT-TIME guarantee, based on our patented Air Cell Technology built into every seat overlay cushion. AIRHAWK’s motorcycle seat cushions provide unsurpassed comfort during long rides. Proudly made in the USA, our scientifically proven designs distribute your weight and pressure over the entire seating area, reducing the “hot spots” that cause aches and pains.
jayares –
I purchased the Medium Airhawk Seat Cushion for my Harley Softail Deluxe just prior to a 9-day, 2000 mile trip incorporating 1/2 of Route 66. I can honestly say this cushion saved my a## on this trip.On most days, we made several stops along the way so the miles between were as few as 20 up to about 200; however, we had 2 long days at the beginning and end of our trip of almost 400 miles each. Getting up and back on the bike the next day was tolerable, no matter how long we had ridden the day before.After 2000 miles, I was still sore and more than ready to get off the bike, but I know I would have been in much worse shape a lot sooner without it. Previously, on trips only half this long and using other cushions (sheepskin and gel), I was sore for several days after we got back and had no interest in riding for a while. I packed the gel cushion after the 2nd day because it felt more like a brick than my bare motorcycle seat. This time, with the Airhawk, I was ready to get back on the bike a couple of days after our return.I have also used the Airhawk on a few “shorter” trips since – one that was 250 miles and a couple about 100 miles. I feel it’s a great improvement over the stock seat for any trip longer than 50 miles.However, after 200 miles in the saddle – no matter what anyone else says – my behind aches and not even this seat cushion can make riding a bike long distance just like floating on air!It does take a little adjusting to get the air just right so you’re not too bouncy yet have enough cushion. That process is not difficult, and I recommend getting it “just right” during a shorter trip locally before setting out on a long journey.Overall, I’m very happy with the Airwhawk and highly recommend it. Just don’t expect to feel like you’re riding on a Barcalounger instead of a motorcycle!
James M. –
First the bad:I had this shipped to a friend’s house halfway through a 2000+ mile bike trip. During installation the elastic strap broke. I wasn’t putting a lot of tension on it; the slightest pull and it split at the stitching on the strap. It’s an elastic strap that hadn’t even been pulled to full tension. I was seriously disappointed. Of course my initial impression was that this product is absolute garbage. I’m considering getting a replacement, but I tied the clasp back on because I was mid-trip and couldn’t deal with it at the time. With the knot tied, the elastic strap held for the remainder of the trip.Now for the good:So I was able to go the first 1000 miles without the seat pad, and I definitely could have done the last 1000 miles without it, but I do have to say that, once I found the sweet spot for the air pressure, that trip went a lot more smoothly. I don’t have a lot of ‘junk in my trunk’ and without the pad I ended up having to take breaks just to deal with the saddle soreness pretty much every 100 miles. With the seat pad on and adjusted to the right amount of pressure, I was able to press on down the road and stop only for fill ups (about every 220 miles). My bike has highway pegs and I was able to keep moving with just a position change. What a great quick fix! I don’t know how this compares to purchasing a touring saddle, but I have to say the ventilation was great and with the interconnected chambers a shifting of the hips would take the pressure off of sore areas immediately. Good stuff and I’d recommend it for a temporary, quick, or less expensive fix. Just like the reviews said, it’s important to remember that the seat works best not fully inflated. “Sit IN it, not ON it” was life saving advice from one reviewer here.With the 1000 mile road test under my belt, I’m upgrading it to 3 stars. Good product with obvious QC issues.Side note: I have an 08 DL650 and thought I’d put this out there: this pad is wider than my seat by about 1″ so I have some overhang on either side. Obviously NBD as when you sit on it presses down to the sides of the seat, just looks funny sticking up off the side and not following the seat’s contour. If you’re one for preserving the lines of your bike, you might need to consider a small or the DS version. In the end, I decided the overhang was actually an improvement over the existing saddle. When I’d lean back on my backpack and sit straight up, the air would fill those chambers and offer a wider/softer base.5,000 mile update: Life saver. Order it, you won’t regret it. Upgrading to 4 stars
Wolf –
Super fast delivery, 48 hrs. Great product as I can tell after short time. Appears to be comfortable, longer ride coming up on weekend. Quality is very good. Straps work well (BMW R1200GS), appears at first a little large, but fits great with the seat in the back position.
Flx –
Non pensavo potesse essere così utile! Nella guida fino al sud Marocco mi ha letteralmente salvato la schiena! Inoltre, dato che la moto Bmw 700 affittata localmente a marrachesch era bassa di sella ( sono alto 1,83), Il cuscino mi ha rialzato un po’ da terra con ottimo beneficio! Ovviamente come da buon senso, il cuscino va gonfiato solo a metà circa… non ho però capito la parte interna gonfiabile come deve essere posizionata in seduta, ovvero se dal lato liscio o a cubi gonfiati in evidenza per la parte a contatto con la sella…
Samuel Castillo –
Excelente producto! F 750gs queda bien. Se dobla un poco en la parte frontal pero no afecta.Creo la mejor forma de saber si esta inflado correctamente es lo mínimo sin sentir que te resvalas de lado a lado
M. I. Stollov –
There’s no getting away from it, sitting on an Airhawk for the first time is WEIRD!However, letting more & more air out gradually lets your butt settle in & finally, once you’ve got it just right, it feels comfortable & not so weird. Ideally you let so much air out that the bladder is fully compressed in the areas where it’s bearing the most weight. I’ve not tried any long rides, yet but the “hardwood seat” on my Tracer 9GT’s seat really needs something like this pad.It does seem to produce a bit of movement of the rider on the seat that is unsettling in corners, but I don’t intend on dragging a knee in any twisties so no problems there. I do like the mesh panels that let air through, the ventilation should ease Summer rides, but I’d like to see a way of closing them off for when it’s colder.I don’t like the straps, the elastic seems weak & the clips that attach them to the pad look really weak & prone to breakage. I’m getting some stronger straps & clips as soon as I can.Am I glad I’ve bought it? Well try sitting on the wooden plank of a seat on my “Sport Tourer” for an hour WITHOUT this pad & you can guess my response. It isn’t perfect, but it’s cheap & easy compared to custom seats that can cost as much as $1000 & might not even feel all that good.Improvements to this product would be better straps & clips, closures for the vent panels & strengthening of the bladder where it rubs against the air valve causing a leak (I’ve reinforced this area on mine with small sticky, rubber pads I use for puncture repairs on my mountain bike). I’d also like to see a pad with a heater & I might try putting one in just to see what results I can get.Time will tell if this is a long term solution, but I see Airhawks on lots of touring bikes so that tells me that there’s worthwhile something to them.
Kunde –
passt und funktioniert hervorragend
Keith B. –
Having recently returned from a week biking in France I could have done with this piece of kit. Since purchasing it the comfort of sitting on a motorcycle for a lengthy period of time has improved greatly. A really good product.