A problem for men...

[rboe]

Another vote for bicycle shorts. In the summer I use a sheepskin too. Cooler.

[Jwayne_imp]

You're not alone. This is common for some, not all. I have had this same issue many different times on different bikes for several years. I'm 52, mostly wear briefs. I have spoken with my doctor and nothing is wrong.

I have found it's a prostate and testicle placement seat positioning thing. Find the right seat and sitting position and I can enjoy the ride.

On my HD I'm OK, because of the seat and riding position with my butt back, feet forward. On all sport bikes (I've owned several) I'm not OK (feet back, leaning too forward into my groin). On the CB1100, feet centered, directly underneath my groin, I'm OK when positioned correctly. However, I'm now convinced I need to replace the stock seat or add a seat pad as I'm leaning a little to forward and with seat contact areas it's painful for me after about 30 to 45 minutes.

In my research I've found an interesting solution such as the Airhawk R. Looks like this can be a big help. Something I'm going to try very soon!! Reference YouTube, Airhawk R Reviews, Revzilla & Competition Access for some great info.

Good on you for the post. Most wouldn't talk about it!

Hi BB,
I tried the Airhawk, I sent it back after a couple of rides. I didn't like the floating feeling over the seat. I didn't feel connected with the bike. So I am going to
Ride stock for a while.

Wayne

[BuffaloBill_imp]

You're not alone. This is common for some, not all. I have had this same issue many different times on different bikes for several years. I'm 52, mostly wear briefs. I have spoken with my doctor and nothing is wrong.

I have found it's a prostate and testicle placement seat positioning thing. Find the right seat and sitting position and I can enjoy the ride.

On my HD I'm OK, because of the seat and riding position with my butt back, feet forward. On all sport bikes (I've owned several) I'm not OK (feet back, leaning too forward into my groin). On the CB1100, feet centered, directly underneath my groin, I'm OK when positioned correctly. However, I'm now convinced I need to replace the stock seat or add a seat pad as I'm leaning a little to forward and with seat contact areas it's painful for me after about 30 to 45 minutes.

In my research I've found an interesting solution such as the Airhawk R. Looks like this can be a big help. Something I'm going to try very soon!! Reference YouTube, Airhawk R Reviews, Revzilla & Competition Access for some great info.

Good on you for the post. Most wouldn't talk about it!

Hi BB,
I tried the Airhawk, I sent it back after a couple of rides. I didn't like the floating feeling over the seat. I didn't feel connected with the bike. So I am going to
Ride stock for a while.

Wayne

Yeah, I can understand that. I've order the Airhawk R to give it a try with the ability to return it. Based on these posts I'm also going to try the Bicycle shorts. Sounds like this may be the better route. TBD. I'll provide an update when possible. Bottom line is I need to solve the problem ASAP. It's literally a pain in my arse...

[the Ferret]

Years ago I bought a butt buffer gel pad seat for my 750 Nighthawk. I must admit I was not real fond of the squishy disconnected feeling I had while riding with it, especially thru the twisties, so I took it off and just suffered. My younger brother complained about the board hard seat on his Bonneville so I gave the Butt Buffer to him. He absolutely loves it and has it mounted semi permanently on his bike.

[oldgoat01_imp]

I started a thread awhile back regarding the beadrider and airhawk mainly for keeping cooler in the wonderful 164% humidity of the Carolinas. Got the Airhawk (the cheap version) and tried it at every air pressure and position imaginable and it did not work for me. I think the crux of the problem is that the stock seat tilts forward and the slow march forward on the seat was exacerbated by the airhawk. This resulted in additional air pressure moving towards the front of the airhawk, which, well, you can figure it out. Seems like the AirHawk R is a direct recognition and response to this problem. (I've decided on the Corbin and I am keeping the Airhawk since I think it may work on the sculpted Corbin saddle.)

[HikerToo_imp]

This may not address the OP's specific problem, but wearing bicycling shorts underneath your riding pants makes a huge difference in comfort. Briefs will tend to bunch up and bind when you are moving around in the saddle.

I started a thread awhile back regarding the beadrider and airhawk mainly for keeping cooler in the wonderful 164% humidity of the Carolinas. Got the Airhawk (the cheap version) and tried it at every air pressure and position imaginable and it did not work for me. I think the crux of the problem is that the stock seat tilts forward and the slow march forward on the seat was exacerbated by the airhawk. This resulted in additional air pressure moving towards the front of the airhawk, which, well, you can figure it out. Seems like the AirHawk R is a direct recognition and response to this problem. (I've decided on the Corbin and I am keeping the Airhawk since I think it may work on the sculpted Corbin saddle.)

Good info, especially on tilt forward, are you getting the Chip Beck model Corbin? Either way, please report back, not sure if I want to buy a seat or muffler next..

[FUZZY_imp]

This may not address the OP's specific problem, but wearing bicycling shorts underneath your riding pants makes a huge difference in comfort. Briefs will tend to bunch up and bind when you are moving around in the saddle.

I started a thread awhile back regarding the beadrider and airhawk mainly for keeping cooler in the wonderful 164% humidity of the Carolinas. Got the Airhawk (the cheap version) and tried it at every air pressure and position imaginable and it did not work for me. I think the crux of the problem is that the stock seat tilts forward and the slow march forward on the seat was exacerbated by the airhawk. This resulted in additional air pressure moving towards the front of the airhawk, which, well, you can figure it out. Seems like the AirHawk R is a direct recognition and response to this problem. (I've decided on the Corbin and I am keeping the Airhawk since I think it may work on the sculpted Corbin saddle.)

Good info, especially on tilt forward, are you getting the Chip Beck model Corbin? Either way, please report back, not sure if I want to buy a seat or muffler next..

I started a thread awhile back regarding the beadrider and airhawk mainly for keeping cooler in the wonderful 164% humidity of the Carolinas. Got the Airhawk (the cheap version) and tried it at every air pressure and position imaginable and it did not work for me. I think the crux of the problem is that the stock seat tilts forward and the slow march forward on the seat was exacerbated by the airhawk. This resulted in additional air pressure moving towards the front of the airhawk, which, well, you can figure it out. Seems like the AirHawk R is a direct recognition and response to this problem. (I've decided on the Corbin and I am keeping the Airhawk since I think it may work on the sculpted Corbin saddle.)

Good info, especially on tilt forward, are you getting the Chip Beck model Corbin? Either way, please report back, not sure if I want to buy a seat or muffler next..
You will not regret getting the stock version of the Corbin. No comparison & you won't be needing a maxipad.

[oldgoat01_imp]

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Good info, especially on tilt forward, are you getting the Chip Beck model Corbin? Either way, please report back, not sure if I want to buy a seat or muffler next..
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I went back and forth on this one. The first time I called Corbin, the guy told me if you didn't get all that fancy stitching, the foam would separate from the leather and it would not be covered under the warranty. I asked Chip about this and he confirmed with Corbin that this was not the case. So the dilemma is that I like the look of the Beck Spec seat better, but intuitively see the advantages of the stitching. In talking to Corbin again today, they said the standard model is supposed to be a bit more comfortable out of the box and is less likely to separate. I also bugged Mr. Fuzzy, who assured me that the standard was comfortable. Seems like there is always a trade-off between form and function. In any case, I went ahead and ordered the standard version today.

Next up for me is luggage, talk about a form versus function situation!

[BuffaloBill_imp]

Purchased both the Airhawk R and Aero Tech Designs, Gel Padded Bicycle Shorts

Revzilla, Airhawk R http://www.revzilla.com/airhawk-seats

Aero Tech Designs, Gel Padded Bicycle Shorts: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0051GPTLS/ref=...25410_item


Airhawk R: Good quality product. Works as advertised. Was much more comfortable than the stock seat, but just didn't feel right on the CB1100. As Ferret previously posted, squishy, not connected to the bike. However, it did fit and feel very right on my HD Road King. For that reason I will likely keep it for long cross state / country type rides. I can understand why so many reviewers praise it for that reason.

Gel Padded Bicycle Shorts: Surprisingly, they worked a lot better than I thought it would! Better than the Airhawk R for sure. More comfortable, better connected with the bike, helped the ride a lot! Still not perfect as after you get off the bike you feel like you're walking around with a load in your pants. But much more comfortable. I will likely keep them also.

All things considered, $160 for the Airhawk R, $69 for the shorts. Not great, but also not bad compared to a new $500 - $700 seat that I'm not sure will even solve the problem and can't return.

I press on... Likely buying a new seat at some point. TBD.

[mrhonda1987_imp]

Well chaps, I can happily report that the Airhawk R is worth every penny they ask for. After a spirited ride on the CB11, my gentleman's region was much happier; more like Harrison Ford in old Star Wars, as opposed to Hayden Christensen in the new Star Wars. Honestly, I'm really thinking I'll keep it and not go after that Victory. V-twins are so mainstream... listen to me. Like a hipster.