3D Air Cushion Seat build

skidgillen

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Sioux Falls, SD
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2005 ST1300PA
When I bought my ST1300P I got the civilian seat and the dual density foam police seat. This last weekend I modified the civilian seat with a 3D Inflatable Cushion that I got from Amazon for about $40. IMG_2261.JPG After getting the air pressure just right I stripped the cover off from front to back on the civilian seat.IMG_2270.JPG I then positioned it where I used to have it while riding and traced it out.IMG_2271.JPGIMG_2273.JPGIMG_2274.JPG I then tackled removing foam with an electric carving knife I got for free from my brother.IMG_2276.JPGIMG_2277.JPG This is the results of plastic gears vs. steel gears on extremely soft foam that doesn't want to cut.IMG_2313.JPG I should've used a palm sander but didn't want to make a huge mess. Here it is sculpted out and ready for the cover to go back on after warming up in the sun. IMG_2283.JPG. Next staple time. IMG_2285.JPG And finished product. IMG_2289.JPGIMG_2291.JPG. You can tell something is different but actually it still looks pretty much stock. I've ridden on it about 2 whole hours total now, and so far so good. I still have the police seat to fall back on if I hate it. Total investment less than $50.
 
Interesting idea to carve it out then insert the bubble pad. I've seen folks carve out the seat and relay different types of foam, but never a pre-made pad.
 
Interesting idea. I like your handi-work. I run an Air Hawk and it will inflate as it gets warmer, be it from your butt or the sun hitting it when parked. You might want to put the air valve through a portal utilizing a plastic grommet so you can adjust the firmness as it changes.
 
Interesting idea. I like your handi-work. I run an Air Hawk and it will inflate as it gets warmer, be it from your butt or the sun hitting it when parked. You might want to put the air valve through a portal utilizing a plastic grommet so you can adjust the firmness as it changes.
Thanks. I'll probably do that.
 
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