I know it has been discussed before but I couldn't find out what I wanted to know about the Alaska Leather Buttpad.

First of all, what do people think of them? Is there any significant improvement in comfort? Is it worth the money? Is there something out there that is better?

Second, what do you have / recommend (or not recommend) within their range, i.e. the standard sheepskin, short fleece, long hair, natural, etc.

Finally, on their website they talk about a nose strap to stop the front from flipping over. I don't get how it works. They say it is sewn into the front of the sheepskin but then what? Where / how does it connect to the bike. A picture wound be great if anyone has any.

Have the standard sheepskin pad that does offer noticable warmth and minor improvement in comfort in the cooler weather IMO. You remove the seat, place the pad on top, attach the straps underneath and replace the seat. Would probably buy it again for winter riding.

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06 DL1000
09 KLR650

I have the Gel Seat and Alaska Pad, best thing I did for my Boney a**.
Think I have long hair, it's warm in the winter, doesn't burn my a** in the summer sun, extends my riding pleasure by hours !!!!

There is one with a 1/2 inch gel if you want more height and comfort. I don't really need the nose strap, I don't stand on my pegs that often.

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I have one on my Corbin. I love it. Wash it first, so it doesn't shed. I didn't hop on and think, this is the most comfortable thing ever, I realized it increased my riding comfort a lot! On a ride I did, I took it off and my butt hurt within two hours. Put it back on and finished out another 4 without any issues. I went with the short hair and the upgraded thicker one.

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2011 V-Strom 650/ Black: California Scientific 2+", dark tint windscreen, Madstad windscreen adjuster, Corbin modular seat, Alaskan buttpad, Richland Rick's footpeg lowering kit, Rox 2" risers, Galfer extended brake line, Givi racks/ Givi E21 side cases,
Suzuki centerstand, Grip puppies, Suzuki Handguards,
Pat Walsh shelf with Escort 7500 & GPS, Waterproof motorcycle power outlet, Cortech waterproof small tank bag with quick connect, MSR handlebars,

Couldn't have said it better.

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2002 Concours
2005 DRZ400
2005 KDX220R
2007 DLK
2009 KLR650

The big difference for me is that after a ten minute break it's like starting all over again with a brand new butt. Before, the torture would continue after another five minutes in the saddle.

Bill

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Thanks for the info, I have just placed my order.
I will be sure to let you know how it is once it arrives.

Mine is older and when standing up on the pegs windblast folds the pad back. The newer ones have a pocket that holds it to the front of the saddle to prevent fold back. I ride a lot and it toughens my arse. Kinda like being an old cow hand as opposed to a greenhorn, not that I'm suggesting you are. I still like to stand up on the pegs from time to time to relieve the pressure points and stretch the old legs. I use mine more in the summer.

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K7 Wee, rebuilt like new and then some after collision with deer and mildly farkled.

I too have one of the older ones. Mine is a Deluxe from Alaska Leather. Been thinking of buying one of their new ones to get the stay down front as it does blow back if you stand on the pegs while riding. Love my sheep skin...

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Live in the moment, for only the moment is real.
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2007 Wee-Strom
2009 Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive
2001 Honda Helix (Sold)
1980 Honda Express (my toy!)

Thanks for the info, just bought one. With any luck it will keep me from spending the big bucks on a Russell.

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