I have been experimenting with a few different seat pads, in an effort to relieve "Numb Bum" syndrome !
I have attached an article, which is a review by a BMW rider ( sorry ),
discussing the pro's and con's of Gel and Air type seat pads -
it seems that individuals are usually suited better to one type or the other !
( Have you got a "Gel Bum" or an "Air Bum ? !

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I tried the Deluxe Gel Seat Pad (£53.99 + Postage) from
Dan Medica South Ltd but didn't get on with it,
although it was slightly more comfortable than the stock seat.
When cornering, braking or accellerating "with feeling", I moved around a bit on the seat pad
due to the "give" of the Gel, and found this disconcerting.
The pad comprises 18mm thick Gel in a protective, durable cover,
but I was still (just) able to Flat foot on level ground. I stopped using it after 2 rides.
I had a look at their
Air Seat Pad (£64.99 + Postage), but have not tried one as I think the same may happen.
There is an increase in seat height of between 1.5 & 2 cm, and also a weight limit of 120Kg,
which, let's just say, is a factor to consider !
So I am now trying their
Beaded Seat Cover Set (£24.99 + Postage) - which comes as a Rider and Pillion set.
The pad attaches to the seat with elasticated loops, which can be stretched over the various parts of the seat framework to hold it securley.
With the help of a couple of simple cable ties, the elastic can be kept away from where the seat mounts onto the bike.
So far the results are good, no numb bum after an hour, but I haven't tried them on a long ride yet.
Because the beads push down onto the seat, there is no movement when cornering etc, as with the Gel seat.
In hot conditions there should be a little extra circulation "under there" as air can flow between the beads,
and this may also help when returning to the bike after rain, when the seat is wet,
as it will lift ones bum off the seat slightly.
I just hope it doesn't get too draughty in the Winter months - although the Heated seat should sort that out !
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As with any Review I write, I have no affilliation to the company involved, other than being one of their satisfied customers

