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Motorcycle Seat and Riding Tips – Top 10 Ways to Improve Riding Comfort – Part 2 of 6

Here are tips 2 - 5 of the top 10 ways to improve riding comfort while motorcycle riding.

2. Backrests

 

Many riders say that adding a backrest to their rider seat has provided the back support that was missing, and thus improved their riding comfort, eliminating lower back fatigue. Backrests can be added to your stock seat, but they can also be added to your aftermarket seat.

 

3. Neck Position

 

Of course neck position will be determined by several things. Windshield height plays a part in neck position. Just keep in mind that you want to keep your body in line with itself as much as possible. You want to keep your neck in a straight line with you back and shoulders for maximum comfort. You want to be able to look straight ahead without moving your head out of line with your back. Consider adjusting/changing your windshield height to help with this. Of course, sport bike riders will have more of a challenge with this, as they are leaning forward and must look up with their heads to see straight ahead. Even so, adjustments in seat position or changing your motorcycle seat can help with this.

 

4. Arm Position

 

We've talked about arm position in relation to your body, that you can make some adjustments in handlebar position to make your riding more comfortable. Rise, width and pullback are three primary measurements of handlebars, and some adjustments can be made here. You can also consider changing handlebar styles. The best way to know is to actually try riding bikes with different types of handlebars. And, the type of motorcycle seat you use will determine your distance to your handlebars. A motorcycle seat can move you closer to or further from your handlebars. Choose an aftermarket motorcycle seat to help you with this.

 

Arm position also includes arm height. Many riders say that ape bars that place their arms just below shoulder height have greatly improved their comfort in riding.

 

5. Leg Position

 

The ideal leg position is one that puts your legs at a right angle to your spine. Having your leg position too low puts strain on your knees, hips, feet and back. You can adjust your foot pegs or floor boards forward and up to add stretch and comfort. Ideally, you want your weight to be supported by your seat and not your feet. Your feet should only offer balance. They should not be supporting your body weight during riding. If you have highway pegs, adjust them to your comfort. Highway pegs are excellent at offering a leg stretch and an optional foot position for those long rides. And for flat footed confidence in stopping, consider lowering your suspension, both front and rear. This will also immediately lower your motorcycle seat height while adding a slammin' look to your bike!

 

Think about and try each of these ideas, and you will no doubt make your ride much more comfortable. Enjoy!

About the Author

Mary Dohoney is a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoys the open road as much as any biker. Mary has been so impressed with the comfort of aftermarket motorcycle seats that she now has her own online aftermarket motorcycle seat business - Nothing But Motorcycle Seats. To view this article in its entirety, go to Motorcycle Seat and Riding Tips, and for the most comfortable aftermarket motorcycle seats, visit www.NBMotorcycleSeats.com ----

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