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Why Wooden Beads?
Until they try a seat made of wooden beads, most people do not believe they can be comfortable. Well we can tell you, from our own personal experience and that of our satisfied customers, they do work. BeadRiders allow air to flow between the rider and the saddle, keeping you dryer and cooler. If you really want proof of the airflow, just use a set of BeadRiders on a cool day, and it won’t take long to convince you that cold air is flowing beneath you.
Beaded seats also allow for the dispersion of your pressure points over a larger area. A customer relayed an interesting story to the manufacturer. He had purchased a set of BeadRiders at Americade this year.
He then went to another vendor who was selling an expensive seat pad. This vendor had set an electronic seat pad connected to a computer to measure the pressure points in the saddle with and without his seat pad. The vendor allowed our customer to compare our set of BeadRiders to the pad he was selling. Well the customer found his BeadRider seat, as measured by the computer, was much better at reducing pressure points than the much more expensive ($150.00) seat pad.
Finally, we also found that the comfort level while riding in the rain is helped by a set of BeadRiders. The seat allows you to stay high and dry, while water drains through the seat below you, instead of pooling underneath you.
How do they stay on?
They have an elastic cord that has an adjustable cinch. The cord goes under the edge of the seat.
What colors are available?
Any color you want as long as its black.
History
The only way to make these right, was to start from scratch and hand sew
each seat to fit a specific saddle. They also decided to reinforce the weave to
help the seat withstand the wear of motorcycle riding. The seat also had to be
able to withstand constant exposure to inclement weather. The system over time; has changed and been perfected, and the result is a strong, tough set of beads that will hold up to the rigors of motorcycle riding and will fit your saddle.
1,000 mile days have comfortably been logged on BeadRider seats and we hope they will make your ride longer and cooler.
Warranty
We believe a set of BeadRiders will make any saddle more comfortable, whether you have a stock saddle on your bike or an expensive custom saddle. The goal is to make your ride cooler and more comfortable. If you are not happy with your set of BeadRiders for any reason, we will gladly refund your
purchase.
Your set of BeadRiders is guaranteed to be free of defects for one year from the date of purchase. Should your seat need to be repaired or replaced in this time span, please contact
us.
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What Size Of Wooden Bead Seat Do I Need?
Almost all motorcycle
seats follow a general pattern. The seats are wider in the rear and
narrow toward the front. Many bikes accept the same shape and size of
seat that we currently have in stock. (See recommendations). However,
should you want a custom shape we will need the specific measurements.
When measuring your
seat, please keep in mind that the wooden beads should never contact any
area of the bike, other than the seat. This could cause damage to your
paint or mar the appearance of your bike. In other words, DO NOT
OVERMEASURE. You should not include the sides or back rest of your seat
in any measurement, only the top part, and only that part of your seat
where you normally contact the saddle.
The Standard Seat
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The standard
seat requires that four measurements be taken.
1. Forward Edge Width _____ Length _____
2. Main Seat
Width _____ Length _____
3. Rear Edge Width _____ Length _____
4. Overall Length only _____ |
| Stock
Recommendations: | 15"x15" (38cm x 38cm) GS (has a straight rear edge, not contoured)
14"x14" (35.6cm x 35.6cm) Harley FLHT, Kawasaki Drifter, BMW LT, Goldwing, Valkryie, RT, ST1100, 11xxGS, 11xxRS and similar touring/sport touring bikes
12"x12" (30.5cm x 30.5cm) Triumphs, Buells, Honda VTX, Harley Sportster, most Sport Bikes |
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The Pillion Seat
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The
pillion seat (passenger) is usually rectangular in shape.
1. Width _______________ 2. Length
_______________ |
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Stock Recommendations:
| 10"x 12" (25.4cm x 30.5cm) BMW LT, Goldwing 9"x 13" (23cm x 33cm) R100 9"x 11" (23cm x 28cm) Honda 750 8"x 12" (20.3cm x 30.5cm) BMW RT
Size Chart
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We're glad to make custom seats but you MUST send a template (pattern). A surcharge will be added for request when seat measurements are larger than our 15" seat .
Because of problems in the past, we only make custom seats larger than 15x15 on a case by case basis. We only work from a pattern and it is not returnable. The prices also start at $55.00 if it is larger than 15x15.
Allow 1 - 2 weeks for delivery from date of order. |
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Rider Seats $35.95
Canadian Shipping Add $6.00 per beaded seat cover
| Passenger $25.95
Canadian Shipping Add $6.00 per beaded seat cover
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