I have removed the butt rest on my 650 and really love the extra room, but really hate the ugly look left by the holes and rear seat contour. I currently have the bracket installed with a vinyl cover on it, but don’t like that look either. I have thought of a few different fixes, but have decided to not alter the stock seat. Instead I am considering using a sheepskin pad or whole pelt (loose) to cover it. This will add comfort and enhance looks. Does anyone have any experience with doing what I am considering? Any info on which company might make a good product for this application? And of course, if anyone has any other ideas, please feel free to share them. Thanks for anticipated input. :?
NYBubba
I have 2 friends who have custom seat covers from this company: http://www.blacksheeptrading.com/mtrcyccov.html
One is on a 1500 Wing and the other is on a Nomad. The covers are a good quality and my friends are very satisfied with them.
I don't know if they have a custom fit for the Burgmans but it looks like the Universal model would fit and be tailored to look like a custom seat cover.
Don
One is on a 1500 Wing and the other is on a Nomad. The covers are a good quality and my friends are very satisfied with them.
I don't know if they have a custom fit for the Burgmans but it looks like the Universal model would fit and be tailored to look like a custom seat cover.
Don
We acquired a sheepskin pad from Alaska Leathers -- http://www.alaskaleathers.com -- and I believe they sell whole skins as well as precut pads. The web site has a size chart to help you pick out the size and style that best fits your ride. Price was quite fair, and their service was prompt.
Note: We got the size recommended for the Burgman 400 and 650, and it does NOT cover the holes from removal of the 'butt stop.'
Cordially,
Christine
Note: We got the size recommended for the Burgman 400 and 650, and it does NOT cover the holes from removal of the 'butt stop.'
Cordially,
Christine
Sheepskin cover for 650
I purchased a sheepskin cover from Good Wool store Pty in Australia. It is a perfect fit and looks and feels great. Quality is excellent. Shipping costs are a bit high at $50. The fit is over the backrest, but I am sure they can make one to fit without.
Email is goodwool@shoal.net.au
Frank
I purchased a sheepskin cover from Good Wool store Pty in Australia. It is a perfect fit and looks and feels great. Quality is excellent. Shipping costs are a bit high at $50. The fit is over the backrest, but I am sure they can make one to fit without.
Email is goodwool@shoal.net.au
Frank
I bought my sheepskin pads from Sheepy Hollow in Australia.
http://www.sheepyhollow.com/indexfront.html
http://burgmanusa.com/gallery/lilleyen/June0505_007
Very happy with it, looks like a custom fit.
In retrospect, I think I would have ordered a bigger one for the back seat, but the front is perfect.
Grey colour is good too. :wink:
If it looks like rain, I unsnap it and put it under the seat.
Simple.
http://www.sheepyhollow.com/indexfront.html
http://burgmanusa.com/gallery/lilleyen/June0505_007
Very happy with it, looks like a custom fit.
In retrospect, I think I would have ordered a bigger one for the back seat, but the front is perfect.
Grey colour is good too. :wink:
If it looks like rain, I unsnap it and put it under the seat.
Simple.
Hey Rick,
Is that just a sheepskin pad or does it also include some form of gel or foam padding??
Is that just a sheepskin pad or does it also include some form of gel or foam padding??
Just a sheepskin pad
When I had the seat lowered, the only way it could be accomplished was to remove ALL the foam and drop in gel pad though.
So, there is a gel pad under the sheepskin, sort of...
When I had the seat lowered, the only way it could be accomplished was to remove ALL the foam and drop in gel pad though.
So, there is a gel pad under the sheepskin, sort of...
Sheepskins are typically just that - natural sheepskin. There may be someone who enhances them, but I'm not aware of anyone doing that. I have never had one, but from what I understand adding gel would be somewhat redundant. I suppose you could throw a gel pad on the seat and a sheepskin over it.
Cheap trial
Thirty-five years ago, I lay in bed in traction for almost 7 months because of a broken back and compound fracture of my right femur that wouldn't heal. The first month or so, they had me on a gel pad. Then they switched me to a sheepskin for the rest of the time. My recollection is that the sheepskin was a lot more comfortable, and I never got any bedsores.
So, when I got my sidecar on my 650, I went over to the thrift shop my sister volunteers at and saw a sheepskin they were selling for $3.00. Talk about a deal I couldn't refuse. I brought it home, and my wife immediately commandeered it for the sidecar seat and loves it. I went back to the thrift store and found another under piles of stuff and got that one for $3 too. I have found that it's great for keeping your seat from getting super hot when you have to park in the open.
Today, my wife's sheepskin started to shred. Apparently, it's pretty old and has been washed. The natural oils have come out and the skin is brittle and is breaking apart like beef jerky.
My conclusion is that sheepskins are great, but you need to ask the mfr how best to take care of them so they don't disintegrate.
Check out your local thrift shops/garage sales for a cheap one. If you like it, go for a new one.
Thirty-five years ago, I lay in bed in traction for almost 7 months because of a broken back and compound fracture of my right femur that wouldn't heal. The first month or so, they had me on a gel pad. Then they switched me to a sheepskin for the rest of the time. My recollection is that the sheepskin was a lot more comfortable, and I never got any bedsores.
So, when I got my sidecar on my 650, I went over to the thrift shop my sister volunteers at and saw a sheepskin they were selling for $3.00. Talk about a deal I couldn't refuse. I brought it home, and my wife immediately commandeered it for the sidecar seat and loves it. I went back to the thrift store and found another under piles of stuff and got that one for $3 too. I have found that it's great for keeping your seat from getting super hot when you have to park in the open.
Today, my wife's sheepskin started to shred. Apparently, it's pretty old and has been washed. The natural oils have come out and the skin is brittle and is breaking apart like beef jerky.
My conclusion is that sheepskins are great, but you need to ask the mfr how best to take care of them so they don't disintegrate.
Check out your local thrift shops/garage sales for a cheap one. If you like it, go for a new one.
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