Saddle Custom, Special And Cafe Racer: how to choose the perfect one
It must be comfortable, but also aesthetically impeccable. The saddle in custom and special bikes can make a difference.
Here because. If that between man and motorcycles is an astral conjunction, the element that best identifies this union is the saddle. Yes, because however simple, the saddle is on a par with the engine, a key element in the man-man's ratio.
When we talk about special, it is even more important to have a custom saddle that is comfortable but aesthetically impeccable, to enhance the single line of the vehicle.
But how to choose the right saddle for our Custom motorcycle, Brat, Scrambler Or Cafe Racer?
Here are some advice.
The most used models
The choice of the saddle at the time of the transformation, small or large, of a "stock" motorcycle in a custom is a fundamental step because it must be in line with the general project both on aesthetic level and in the cycling shares and in the ergonomy of the half. A "wrong" saddle would make the bike not very harmonious in the lines, or even worse, uncomfortable. And nobody wants a bike that is not tasty to take a walk. For this reason it is good to know the most popular styles of custom saddles, here are some:- Cafe Racer: Inspired by the sessions of the sportsmen who ran the Grand Prix in the 1960s, the saddles Cafe Racer They are characterized by a final hump, a real pigtail, and often leave no room for passengers. They can be entirely in fabric or with a polyester/pvc base, with the pigtail that in this case can also be used to house the battery.
- Brat: With this name it is called a more used Desi Design in the custom area, namely the flat saddle. It is practical because it also allows you to host the passenger on your special, and there are often accommodation to be attached a pigtail if necessary, so as to transform it into a Cafe Racer saddle. Another enormous advantage of the Brat Sella is the ease of assembly, which unlike other types of saddles does not force to cut the chassis of the bike.
- Tracker: Inspired by the design of the motorcycles that since the 1920s have battled in the dirt road, the tracker saddle certainly has a sportier aspect than the others. It is characterized by a tail with decisive lines, and by the shape of the session that allows the longitudinal movement, but is used only in the specials that replicate the style of the flat track motorcycles.
- Bobber: Very similar to a bike saddle, Bobber is used for the creation of specials on a custom base, and often on rigid frames. The Bobber saddle is single -seater and is characterized by the fixing which provides that the rear part is fixed to the frame through a pair of springs.
The materials
Another important aspect to evaluate when you put in search of the perfect custom saddle do the materials used for the coating and lining do it. In addition to having an impeccable look the saddle of our bike, which is custom, cafe racer, Scrambler Or anything else must be comfortable! It must allow us to be able to move the body in the right direction, and host us for hours of travel in the most welcoming way possible. The padding of the saddle is an important factor, and there are different materials that can be used:- There gumma It is the most used coating also in motorcycle motorcycles and scooters. It ensures durability and resistance over the years, but tends to lose its reception skills with the passage of time and kilometers.
- Foam and mousse The high density, on the other hand, are the perfect solution for those who use their motorcycle at intense levels, and it is no coincidence that they often find themselves inside the enduro and cross bike saddles, or are used to cover the session of those who use the own bike also on the track.
- The gel It is the solution for intact travelers, who seek maximum possible comfort: the gel, placed between the initial coating and the lining, always ensures maximum absorption of road roughness and manages to guarantee stability in all conditions
- There like It is the most used, because it is waterproof and resistant, even if it does not always return the necessary grip under certain conditions. It is certainly the most sensible choice when it comes to means of road use.
- There real leather It certainly represents a qualitative leap, both in terms of waterproof and grip. However, it is a particularly delicate material, which is easily worn especially in contact with the metal parts of the clothing, such as buttons of jeans and jackets, studs and belts.
- There synthetic lining Instead, the solution is the solution for those looking for the maximum possible feeling with their motion, especially for use in the sports field and at high speeds. The non -slip is guaranteed through a specific arrangement of the tissues
- The neoprene It is similar in result for non -slip synthetic linings, but it is preferred for intense activities such as motocross. The practicality of this solution is interchangeability: the lining is in fact composed of adhesive sheets that can be replaced when no longer performing.
