Air Hawk Questions

[jc1300]

The Older I get and the worse the Back and Legs go to hell, I'm thinking of an Air Hawk. I am aware that they can/will raise you up a bit, but as I have a taller winter wind screen, not a problem. What I am worried about is movement. If it's like sitting on a slippery slide....Not gonna happen. Thoughts Please? jc

 

[peteg59]

They definitely extend the comfort zone on a long ride, and for that reason they're worth their high cost..

They attach with nylon "belts" or straps, under the seat in 2 places.

While it is possible for it to slide off, if the belts are tight it likely won't happen. It's never happened to me personally, but I'm not pulling high "G's" in my cornering either!

The fabric cover has a rubberized bottom that sticks pretty well to the seat without sliding.

I'm on my second one in 7 years, and I'd give them 4 out of 5 stars only due to the possibility of a puncture, and after so many years the rubber "cells" inside will develop leaks. For what it's worth, they do send a "patch kit" with every new purchase.

 

[jc1300]

They definitely extend the comfort zone on a long ride, and for that reason they're worth their high cost..

They attach with nylon "belts" or straps, under the seat in 2 places.

While it is possible for it to slide off, if the belts are tight it likely won't happen. It's never happened to me personally, but I'm not pulling high "G's" in my cornering either!

The fabric cover has a rubberized bottom that sticks pretty well to the seat without sliding.

I'm on my second one in 7 years, and I'd give them 4 out of 5 stars only due to the possibility of a puncture, and after so many years the rubber "cells" inside will develop leaks. For what it's worth, they do send a "patch kit" with every new purchase.

Yeah...not too worried about me sliding off ~ It's the movement of the Air Hawk that worries me. Thanks

 

[peteg59]

Finding the "sweet spot" of it's inflation is key to not moving excessively while seated on it.

It's easy to adjust/refill so no worries. Instructions that come with it are detailed and helpful for the first timer...

 

[paws]

All of the above responses are right-on.

i don’t use the straps as the rubberized bottom does NOT slide around on the seat.

I have had my seat since 2007.

The only time the Air Hawk has ever moved off the seat was one time after dismounting in a parking lot with really high wind gusts blowing from the side...caught it just as it was leaving the bike seat.

I do pick it up and put it in the trunk at public places.

 

[jc1300]

And can I assume the Large is fine for our Trikes?

 

[paws]

I would think the large would fit most trike seats.

My Air Hawk is so old that, at that time, they did not offer but one style seat. Being female mine suits me fine.

Now they also offer a seat more suitable for the gentlemen’s genitalia...one with a split in the middle to accomodate that physical aspect. My husband really liked his.

 

[DK Custom Products]

Been using an air hawk for quite a few years. It's under the sheepskin. I do not use the straps. It does not slide/move around on the seat at all...even in aggressive riding. The one I have is probably approaching 200k miles on it. No leaks, and super comfortable.

Kevin

 

[David792]

I bought my AirHawk used and a half price. At the time, I had a sport/Touring BMW and I went from only a few hundred miles a day before discomfort to ride all day with absolutely no discomfort. And that BMW had a hard seat. It only requires a little air to work well. Too much air and it will lift you and you will feel the roll. Just a little air and it softens the ride with only a little lift and no feel of rolling.

Mine is an older model and the bladder is made of a thicker rubber material. I think the newer ones have a thinner neoprene bladder.

I didn't always use the straps because while sitting on it, it surely isn't going anywhere. If you stand up (like BMW riders like to do) it might blow off.

It was a great investment.

 

[Burnerboy]

Just a suggestion here: Go to a seat cushion shop/store and purchase a seat cushion, a nice soft cushion , that fit's your seat, and place on top of your seat, and enjoy the ride w/o the added expense of a expensive an Airhawk... Walmart cost to me was under $9.95 and I have been using this seat cushion for the last couple of years....makes riding extra miles a "happy thing" NO MORE sore butts..... believe me your "pooper" will say "thank you!

Ronnie

 

[kodiak198]

Good one, FuzzyWuzHe.

 

[Burnerboy]

Good one, FuzzyWuzHe.

I just laughed my myself (yep! good come-back) :clapping:

Ronnie

 

[alchaz]

Air hawk on ebay

Ebay has a couple sellers selling for $89 and $92. This is for the 'r' model.

 

[Longbeard71]

I love my Air Hawk I have it under the sheepskin cover.

 

[paws]

I love my Air Hawk. In cool weather I sit directly on it. In warm weather I put the bead seat underneath the Air Hawk for added circulation. Only takes a small amount of air to make it nice and cushy.

 

[TAC]

My wife & I have had the same Airhawk cushions for over 30,000 miles and wouldn't ride without them. The key is to not over inflate them. If you have to adjust your mirrors, you have too much air. In fact, when you have the right amount of air, they look like they have no air at all. You should be able to rock side to side and feel the air going from chamber to chamber but no more than that or you will hate them.

We can't ride long without but can ride till we have to gas up with them. Awesome product and we have never had a leak. A pretty inexpensive and effective fix for sore butt syndrome..

 

[Colleydog]

So the original inventors of the air hawk sold out to an investment company and stayed on to run the company, then the new owners wanted to make the cushions out of subpar materials. So the original owners left and started a new company Wild Ass cushions, and the were promptly sued by the new air hawk owners, they settled out of court. I researched this before I bought mine and went with the wild ass cushion and am very happy with it. J and P cycles carry them

 

[paws]

So the original inventors of the air hawk sold out to an investment company and stayed on to run the company, then the new owners wanted to make the cushions out of subpar materials. So the original owners left and started a new company Wild Ass cushions, and the were promptly sued by the new air hawk owners, they settled out of court. I researched this before I bought mine and went with the wild ass cushion and am very happy with it. J and P cycles carry them

I wondered about this... I still am using an original Air Hawk...bought it in 2008 or 2009. My husband’s first Air Hawk R was very good quality. That cushion fell off the trike and the rear tire ran over it...ruined it. Bought another “R” for him in 2016... the cushion was definitely smaller and the materials were definitely not near as good quality as the first. I gave that cushion to a friend after Jim passed so have no knowledge as to how well it has held up. My original is still as good as new.

Thanks for passing this info along.

 

[LadyonaMission]

So the original inventors of the air hawk sold out to an investment company and stayed on to run the company, then the new owners wanted to make the cushions out of subpar materials. So the original owners left and started a new company Wild Ass cushions, and the were promptly sued by the new air hawk owners, they settled out of court. I researched this before I bought mine and went with the wild ass cushion and am very happy with it. J and P cycles carry them

Did you purchase the Smart Classic, Smart Air Gel or Smart Lite?

 

[Colleydog]

Lola, I don’t remember the model, but after talking to one of the owners, they were set up at j and p cycles during biketoberfest, we went with the cheapest one, which I would assume is the smart classic. My wife and I both got one and so far we like it. Got it just before riding season was over and the weather this spring has sucked so really haven’t put it through a long ride yet, but I can tell that getting the right air pressure is key. Hope this helps. Steve

 

[LadyonaMission]

Lola, I don’t remember the model, but after talking to one of the owners, they were set up at j and p cycles during biketoberfest, we went with the cheapest one, which I would assume is the smart classic. My wife and I both got one and so far we like it. Got it just before riding season was over and the weather this spring has sucked so really haven’t put it through a long ride yet, but I can tell that getting the right air pressure is key. Hope this helps. Steve

Steve, thanks for the information.

 

[cartobum]

Have not had the opportunity to try the Air Hawk, but.....

I have used the "Beadrider" on my BMW on long trips. Not too expensive and worked great. https://www.beadrider.com/

 

[Ed H]

What size did you folks buy? I am thinking the large looks about right.

 

[bikerbillone]

Go large.

 

[paws]

Go large.

Agree 100%....

 

[PosseRider]

Agree 100%....

Just received this afternoon. Fits the Tri well. Airhawk - R-REVB Cruiser R Large Motorcycle Seat Cushion for Comfortable Travel - Large Size

 

[LadyonaMission]

I bought a used one from a TT member. My Mustang seat is very comfortable but after about 300 miles the left cheek of my butt hurts. I am hoping that problem is cured.orag: