Keep my 2017 f800gs, or trade for 2024 triumph bonneville or 2022 triumph scrambler

[Zwniana]

I outfitted my 2017 f800gs with off-road accessories hoping to ride dual sport and long rides. I have tried multiple seats and my behind can’t get comfy at all. I realized I am a weekend rider that enjoys an occasional local ride. Do I Keep my 2017 f800gs and get a custom seat and change tires (7yr old) or trade for 2024 triumph bonneville or 2022 triumph scrambler

Since I bought in 2020 as a leftover, I have only put 3,200 miles …

Thoughts?

 

[jandhumphreyme]

If you cannot get comfortable having tried "multiple seats" get rid of it. For the occasional weekend ride, I'd go with the scrambler. Triumph's 900cc engine is great and very reliable. Good luck with your decision, I'm vacillating over the 2025 Daytona 660.

 

[omega man]

I like my F800GS. I switched to a Sargent “world” something or other seat- a bit better. Added different add-ons such as Alaskan Sheepskin and Airhawk products.
I have determined that the problem is me…..and lack of padding on my a$$ as I have similar discomfort on wooden furniture without pads. Could be some old age along with that.
I would like to think that a Russell Day Long seat would be the cure butt- as I don’t have any luck ordering clothing through the mail, I haven’t figured out the RDL thing. If I wasn’t 3000 miles away, I would have a drive-in measuring by RDL.
Not sure it’s your current bike. Had to tell if a new bike would be better.
OM

 

[collingsbob]

I like my F800GS. I switched to a Sargent “world” something or other seat- a bit better. Added different add-ons such as Alaskan Sheepskin and Airhawk products.
I have determined that the problem is me…..and lack of padding on my a$$ as I have similar discomfort on wooden furniture without pads. Could be some old age along with that.
I would like to think that a Russell Day Long seat would be the cure butt- as I don’t have any luck ordering clothing through the mail, I haven’t figured out the RDL thing. If I wasn’t 3000 miles away, I would have a drive-in measuring by RDL.
Not sure it’s your current bike. Had to tell if a new bike would be better.
OM

I can help with ordering a RDL seat..I’m on my second one…guaranteed comfort.

 

[oldcamper]

I outfitted my 2017 f800gs with off-road accessories hoping to ride dual sport and long rides. I have tried multiple seats and my behind can’t get comfy at all. I realized I am a weekend rider that enjoys an occasional local ride. Do I Keep my 2017 f800gs and get a custom seat and change tires (7yr old) or trade for 2024 triumph bonneville or 2022 triumph scrambler

Since I bought in 2020 as a leftover, I have only put 3,200 miles …

Thoughts?

If you have already tried multiple seats, why would you think a Triumph seat might be any better? Also, since you ride less than 1,000 miles a year, it may be hard to justify the expense of a different bike which may or may not be any more comfortable for you.

Back when I was riding big mile days, comfort (or rather avoidance of pain) was a major concern. Wearing the right underwear helped, but I discovered taking a Tylenol BEFORE getting on the bike made it much easier to do tank to tank all day rides. You may want to give that a try before spending any more on hardware mods.

 

[omega man]

I can help with ordering a RDL seat..I’m on my second one…guaranteed comfort.

Thanks!
When I get through some of the fall stuff I will PM you my phone number.

OM

 

[CaptCF]

If you have already tried multiple seats, why would you think a Triumph seat might be any better? Also, since you ride less than 1,000 miles a year, it may be hard to justify the expense of a different bike which may or may not be any more comfortable for you.

Back when I was riding big mile days, comfort (or rather avoidance of pain) was a major concern. Wearing the right underwear helped, but I discovered taking a Tylenol BEFORE getting on the bike made it much easier to do tank to tank all day rides. You may want to give that a try before spending any more on hardware mods.

Hanes or Fruit of the Loom?

 

[drneo66]

RDL seat is the secret sauce - and I've seriously tried them all for my F800GS - Sargents, Corbin, BMW comfort, BMW tall, stock. Somewhere I have a picture of all the F800 seats lined up.

One (cheaper) thing you could try is a air-based seat pad - like an Airhawk - I found that those also drastically increased my seat time.

And this is where I could put in how I've won the 2020 BMW Mileage contest with ~54k miles over the summer and took 3rd place in 2018 with ~43k miles, but there's no need to brag.

 

[lawrencecarlson]

My experience with RDL saddles on my 2016 F700GS and my former K1200GT was that they were very comfortable, but in both cases my ability to flatfoot the bikes easily was compromised. As a result, on my GS I am using a turnkey Sargent World Sport Ssddle, which is much better than the stock seat, but allows me to flatfoot the bike just like the stocker. Of course depending on your inseam, YMMV.

 

[jnrugg]

I got a used Seats Concept seat from the MOA Marketplace. What a difference! I can ride more than 45 minutes without pain.

 

[robsryder]

I have found that a variety of tweaks are necessary for me to be comfortable on different bikes. And these tweaks vary from bike to bike. On some it is modifying the seat and/or seating position. I may need to adjust or replace the handlebars. The windscreen might need replacement or maybe just a bit of adjustment.

With respect to seats, I have tried and found various options ended up working for me. These options have ranged from somewhat inexpensive to more expensive. A seat cover tends to be in the less expensive category and may result in a much more comfortable ride. Wooden beads, inflatable or other increased air flow covers have also worked. Some images and links of examples follow -

Ultimate BeadRider Seat (Front Seat Only) - BeadRider - Beaded Motorcycle Seats

Ultimate BeadRider Seat (Front Seat Only) BeadRider.com Beaded Motorcycle Seats

beadrider.com

Cool Motorcycle Seat Covers

Wind Rider Seat Covers™ have been designed and manufactured especially for hot climates. A cool seat cover design for motorcycles , scooters and ATV’s.

windriderseatcovers.com

Amazon.com

 

[lee]

With respect to seats, I have tried and found various options ended up working for me. These options have ranged from somewhat inexpensive to more expensive. A seat cover tends to be in the less expensive category and may result in a much more comfortable ride. Wooden beads, inflatable or other increased air flow covers have also worked. Some images and links of examples follow -

Cool Motorcycle Seat Covers

Wind Rider Seat Covers™ have been designed and manufactured especially for hot climates. A cool seat cover design for motorcycles , scooters and ATV’s.

windriderseatcovers.com

Two years ago Debbie started to use a Cool Cover on her seat.

Cool Covers - The cover works like air-conditioning for your motorbike seat

The Cool Covers seat cover works like air-conditioning for your motorbike seat. The specially developed, 3-dimensional, 8mm strong material is 98% air-permeable, allowing the air to flow underneath your buttocks & helping to cool you.

www.coolcovers.co.uk

Besides helping on hot days she said it gives a slight cushion and allows her to move on the seat easier.

 

[PGlaves]

Two years ago Debbie started to use a Cool Cover on her seat.

Cool Covers - The cover works like air-conditioning for your motorbike seat

The Cool Covers seat cover works like air-conditioning for your motorbike seat. The specially developed, 3-dimensional, 8mm strong material is 98% air-permeable, allowing the air to flow underneath your buttocks & helping to cool you.

www.coolcovers.co.uk

Besides helping on hot days she said it gives a slight cushion and allows her to move on the seat easier.

Voni was gifted a red one by somebody but I didn't know what it was called, or what it was intended to do other than look red.

 

[yinfiss11]

I have the wind rider on my bike and it has helped, more comfortable. If it is raining you are not sitting in a puddle of water, also gives some air to the under carriage.