Designing Seats - Opinions Needed!

[Son_of_Dog]

Here are some of the sketches I've drawn up so far. I plan to install both waterproof fans and seat heating elements in the new seat, as shown on the attached diagram. I also plan to have the custom seat guys cut a hole in the foam so that I can install a rider's backrest in the future. I think what I'm planning mostly makes sense, and I'd like to see what all you seasoned riders think of both the aesthetic and functional designs of what I've drawn up. I'm trying to keep it somewhat classic looking, at least in terms of shapes and quilting. Some designs show this more than others.

For reference, the spotted areas are perforated vinyl (to allow for air flow), the brown is leather dyed to match the existing leather on the bike, and the off-white areas are a vinyl that matches the cream color on the tank of my 2-tone 08 R3T

Bike photos for reference:

[Tripps]

Looks great

[Dr.D]

Very nice work. Let us know how it turns out.

[barbagris]

From experience - once water gets into the foam it stays there, even in extreme heat. I understand the fans etc, but unless the "T" seat base is radically different in form to the "standard" - you can run out of padding real fast.

Consider using 3D mesh in the seat rather than foam - as it is totally non absorbent. The only caveat is that it does not work as well if you are on the heavy side. I use the 3D mesh as a cover and it is outstanding for ventilation in summer and keeps you dry in the rain.