Stock seats might be okay for some people, especially those that don’t ride their bikes a lot, but those who go on a lot of long rides might not be as happy with these seats as they would be with some of the other options available. There are a variety of different choices for aftermarket motorcycle seats that you can purchase for your motorcycle, whichever make and model you might have.
There are companies that make ready made custom motorcycle seats to fit the different makes and models of motorcycles, and these include Corbin motorcycle seats, Mustang motorcycle seats, and Sargent motorcycle seats. There are also companies that you can send your existing seat to in order to get it reupholstered (either in the same or different color of vinyl) and refurbished. Some companies will also take all of your information down and create a new seat just for you. If you have a passenger they will create the passenger seat for them at the same time. With all the different possibilities, it is a good idea to consider all of the different choices before committing to anything since you want to get the best possible seat.
Many of the companies that make custom motorcycle seats make Honda motorcycle seats and Yamaha motorcycle seats. There are some options available that have fancy stitching or options for different colors or materials (including leather and different types of vinyl). You can also get either one piece or two piece seats that allow you to carry a passenger (with or without backrests) and you can get solo seats as well. If you want a long lasting and comfortable seat, Mustang seats are known for these properties. Sargent motorcycle seats are known for being particularly lightweight and advanced in design.
Motorcycle gel seats are one option for aftermarket motorcycle seats that add to your comfort on long rides since they help to absorb any shocks and vibrations from the ride while spreading your weight out more over the seat so you stay more comfortable. If you don’t want to get a whole new seat (or can’t afford to get a new seat) you can invest in motorcycle seat covers that have gel in them, or that contain air cells or sheep skin in order to make your ride more enjoyable at a lower cost.
