Hi Newbie from Michgan

Shiverbird · 07-12-2011, 10:34 PM

Hi My name is Shelly and I purchased my first bike at the age of 48 and I got a 2009 GZ250.

I love this bike :biggrin: I still have my permit and ride with my hubby. We will be signing up for the Class to take

This site is wonderful, I did not know much about my bike and went to turn after stopping and went over a curb and dumped the bike I was not hurt but my pride was. Came to this site and I was not going to First gear before stopping I would do that after I stopped. So THANK YOU for all the info you give out.

I have 500 miles on her and she is off to get that very important first oil change.

Can I ask a question, does your rump hurt after riding a long time and any tips on what I can do?

Rionna · 07-12-2011, 10:40 PM

Welcome to the forum Shelly. I'm a newbie with the same bike as yours. This site has been incredible for advice, support, and encouragement. The experienced riders are willing to share their wisdom with us newbies. Yes, my rump is sore after riding. I'm going to look for a replacement seat because I want to enjoy each mile. My bike, the Beast is also off for his first oil change and maintenance. Congrats on your bike, be safe and have fun!

Rionna

blaine · 07-12-2011, 10:48 PM

Welcome to the forum.Yea,the seat is a bit uncomfortable,but it's bearable.Ride safe & have fun.

Water Warrior 2 · 07-12-2011, 11:50 PM

Hi Shelly. Glad to have you join us and boost our numbers. Sounds like you missed an owie when hitting the curb. The training class will help a lot. Also do yourself a big favor and buy the following book. Proficient Motorcycling by Davis Hough. It is the single most important piece of reading concerning your riding career.

mole2 · 07-13-2011, 12:33 AM

Welcome to the forum from South Carolina. I second the recommendations from Water Warrior. Ride safe.

Shiverbird · 07-13-2011, 02:31 AM

Thank you for the warm welcome

I have order the book Proficient Motorcycling by Davis Hough.

Water Warrior 2 · 07-13-2011, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Shiverbird

Thank you for the warm welcome

I have order the book Proficient Motorcycling by Davis Hough.

RIGHT ON !!!!!.....................you will come to realize it is the cheapest life insurance you ever buy.

Shiverbird · 07-14-2011, 11:28 AM

I have signed up for the Class the end of July also suggested to hubby he needs a refresher class

geezer · 07-14-2011, 10:43 PM

yeah this seat sucks.

**jonathan180iq** · 07-15-2011, 10:28 AM

Many Gz riders complain about the factory seat compressing after a short period of time and not providing enough cushion.

There seem to be only a few DIY options available, as no company makes an aftermarket seat for the little thumper and there are no seats from other bikes which will fit. (SEE BELOW*)

Badbob has done the most work in the seating department. He had Sargent Cycles custom design a seat to fit the GZ. I believe that this is still something that is only produced when requested.

See his post:
http://www.gz250bike.com/viewtopic.php? ... ht=sargent

Can I do anything to improve the seat?
Luckily there are a few ways to improve the cushioning of the seat without having to spend big bucks on a custom design.

Several members have simply added motorcycle specific gel pags to their seats and were satisfied with the improvements.

Another option, which might be aesthetically appealing, would be to remove the factory seat cover and install some type of padding. Then, you could recover the seat with the material of your choice and you would, effectively, have a custom desinged and more comfortable seat.

-For a quick how-to on shaving the foam from your seat or for how to recover it, see this link:
http://www.gz250bike.com/viewtopic.php?t=628

-Mr. Softie has completely replaced the foam in his seat. See his thread here:
viewtopic.php?f=9&t=1599

*Recently, one of our newer members, Kcarvajal, has added a how-to for swapping in a Harley seat.
viewtopic.php?f=8&t=4779

Lastly, you can simply cover your seat with a sheep skin cover or anything in between. It's ultimately up to you.
Good luck.

07-12-2011, 10:34 PM	#1
Shiverbird Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Jackson Posts: 7	Hi Newbie from Michgan Hi My name is Shelly and I purchased my first bike at the age of 48 and I got a 2009 GZ250. I love this bike :biggrin: I still have my permit and ride with my hubby. We will be signing up for the Class to take This site is wonderful, I did not know much about my bike and went to turn after stopping and went over a curb and dumped the bike I was not hurt but my pride was. Came to this site and I was not going to First gear before stopping I would do that after I stopped. So THANK YOU for all the info you give out. I have 500 miles on her and she is off to get that very important first oil change. Can I ask a question, does your rump hurt after riding a long time and any tips on what I can do? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-12-2011, 10:40 PM	#2
Rionna Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Temple, Texas Posts: 176	Re: Hi Newbie from Michgan Welcome to the forum Shelly. I'm a newbie with the same bike as yours. This site has been incredible for advice, support, and encouragement. The experienced riders are willing to share their wisdom with us newbies. Yes, my rump is sore after riding. I'm going to look for a replacement seat because I want to enjoy each mile. My bike, the Beast is also off for his first oil change and maintenance. Congrats on your bike, be safe and have fun! Rionna __________________ Rionna
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07-12-2011, 10:48 PM	#3
blaine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: P.E.I. Canada Posts: 3,784	Re: Hi Newbie from Michgan Welcome to the forum.Yea,the seat is a bit uncomfortable,but it's bearable.Ride safe & have fun. __________________ If at first you do succeed, try not to look surprised. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-12-2011, 11:50 PM	#4
Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Re: Hi Newbie from Michgan Hi Shelly. Glad to have you join us and boost our numbers. Sounds like you missed an owie when hitting the curb. The training class will help a lot. Also do yourself a big favor and buy the following book. Proficient Motorcycling by Davis Hough. It is the single most important piece of reading concerning your riding career.
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07-13-2011, 12:33 AM	#5
mole2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Longs, SC Posts: 1,469	Re: Hi Newbie from Michgan Welcome to the forum from South Carolina. I second the recommendations from Water Warrior. Ride safe. __________________ 2009 V-Star 650 Silverado Pearl White 2007 Suzuki GZ250 Black (sold) Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-13-2011, 02:31 AM	#6
Shiverbird Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Jackson Posts: 7	Re: Hi Newbie from Michgan Thank you for the warm welcome I have order the book Proficient Motorcycling by Davis Hough.
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07-14-2011, 11:28 AM	#8
Shiverbird Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Jackson Posts: 7	Re: Hi Newbie from Michgan I have signed up for the Class the end of July also suggested to hubby he needs a refresher class
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07-14-2011, 10:43 PM	#9
geezer Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: dahlonega GA Posts: 563	Re: Hi Newbie from Michgan yeah this seat sucks. __________________ 99 gz 250 and a currently dismantled fzr 1000
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07-15-2011, 10:28 AM	#10
jonathan180iq Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dalton, GA Posts: 3,996	Re: Hi Newbie from Michgan Many Gz riders complain about the factory seat compressing after a short period of time and not providing enough cushion. There seem to be only a few DIY options available, as no company makes an aftermarket seat for the little thumper and there are no seats from other bikes which will fit. (SEE BELOW) Badbob has done the most work in the seating department. He had Sargent Cycles custom design a seat to fit the GZ. I believe that this is still something that is only produced when requested. See his post: http://www.gz250bike.com/viewtopic.php? ... ht=sargent Can I do anything to improve the seat?* Luckily there are a few ways to improve the cushioning of the seat without having to spend big bucks on a custom design. Several members have simply added motorcycle specific gel pags to their seats and were satisfied with the improvements. Another option, which might be aesthetically appealing, would be to remove the factory seat cover and install some type of padding. Then, you could recover the seat with the material of your choice and you would, effectively, have a custom desinged and more comfortable seat. -For a quick how-to on shaving the foam from your seat or for how to recover it, see this link: http://www.gz250bike.com/viewtopic.php?t=628 -Mr. Softie has completely replaced the foam in his seat. See his thread here: viewtopic.php?f=9&t=1599 *Recently, one of our newer members, Kcarvajal, has added a how-to for swapping in a Harley seat. viewtopic.php?f=8&t=4779 Lastly, you can simply cover your seat with a sheep skin cover or anything in between. It's ultimately up to you. Good luck.
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