Ray V. - San Pablo, CA - Friday, June 27, 2008
    Hello Rick & Staff,
    On 04/03/07 I rode to your shop so you could work your "magic" and give me a custom saddle that I could comfortably sit on for hours on end. My longest ride to date 876 miles in a day! I have ridden over 24,000 since that Sat in March 2007 and I want to thank you and your staff for producing a truly "magic" custom saddle that is getting better and better with each ride. All your claims are true and you can send anyone with questions about your custom saddles to me and I will set them straight.
    Thank you.

Ron V. - - Friday, February 15, 2008
    Rick,
    Received the backrest pad and got it mounted up. The weekend before last we had a break in our Winter weather so my wife and I got out for a little ride. My wife was very pleased with how comfortable the new backrest pad is. I am very pleased with how much better it looks compared with the Givi pad.The basketweave and the topstiching really blend well visually with the seat you made for me. Thank you for a great seat and for going the extra mile making this backrest pad for me. Everyone I talk motorcycles with knows how pleased I am with your product and your service.

Joseph T. MD - CT - Wednesday, January 2, 2008
   Lorin and I really like the feel of the new seats - you did a great job on the fit and finish. Thanks!
Happy New Year.

Don A. - - Tuesday, December 4, 2007
      Rick,
      I first bought a seat from you for my 1200GS, as I was planning ab trip to Alaska the following summer. It's a fantastic seat, and it was comfortable all day, every day. Next, I ordered a seat for my 1200RT, and it, too, is wonderful. Now, I'm about to order one for my F650, and I know that I will soon have 3 great seats to ride on, no matter what the occasion.
      Thanks a lot!

Pam and Andy B. - - Tuesday, December 4, 2007
      We received the seat and it looks great. Thanks so much. If you have time, please send us a few business cards so that we can hand them out when asked about our new seat.
      Again, thank you! We are very pleased.

Mary E. - - Wednesday, November 21, 2007
      Hi Rick,
      Just wanted to say THANKS for a great job on the motorcycle seat! You made riding FUN again! We logged several thousand miles this season and appreciated having a comfortable ride.
      HAPPY Thanksgiving!

Bill H. - - Tuesday, November 20, 2007
      Rick, we met you at the BMW rally in West Bend. I have a red R1150R, and you custom made our seat for my wife and me. It is very beautifully done and so much more comfortable than the stock seat. And the bike looks much better. I want to thank you very much for the excellent job!

David G - - Tuesday, November 13, 2007
      Rick, I'm so happy with my new saddle! After six hours my butt still feels like I just sat down. Can you do the same for my neck, back and hands? Just kidding. It was great to meet you.
     Thanks for everything, Dave

Paul B. - - Tuesday, October 16, 2007
      I took the bike for a brief ride this week and noticed an immediate difference in the comfort over the stock BMW R1100/R1150 seat. No sliding forward when I stop. The seat is flatter and more firm and those little bones on each side of my butt don't bounce against the seat pan. Yeah! I probably still have another 480 miles to put on before it gets broken in, though I can tell it is so much better. I anticipate many happy miles and years of use from this seat. I'll be happy to keep in touch and let you know how it works out.
      Thank you.

John and Lynn F. - - Saturday, October 6, 2007
      I just wanted to thank you again for the great service making our new Stratoliner seat. I've had many compliments on the looks of the seat already, and now the one part of me that never hurts after a long ride is, well, my butt. Lynne agrees -- we can't imagine a more comfortable seat.
      Thanks again.

Mike H. - - Wednesday, October 3, 2007
     I got my Seat last Friday 9/28/07. Rode 225 miles home and am very pleased. Put another 160 on yesterday. Wow!! Nice seat. The pain is gone, and Rick was a great host, and fit me in spur of the moment. Now I need 2 more seats for my other bikes. I'm spoiled.

Madelyn R. - Eugene, OR - Friday, September 28, 2007
      Hey Rick,
      WOW!! My seat is awesome! No red spots on my butt when I got home. I only stopped for fuel once and to pee once— all with no fatigue. You did an incredible job! I had no idea itt would be that much improved!! Thank You!

John O. - Nashville, TN - Wednesday, September 21, 2007
      Just wanted to drop you a line and tell you what a great saddle this is! When I first received it, my first impression was that it was too flat and hard; but I just finished a 4000 mile, 2-week trip and have nothing but praise for the saddle, never a hint of monkey-butt the whole trip. And it's a great looking saddle as well. Good job, and thanks!

Jerry K. - - Thursday, September 13, 2007
      Just wanted to let you know the seat worked well, installed last week on the 07 FJR, back from a 1800 mile trip. The highway pegs from "Wild Bill Terry" and the rack from Priemer Cycles.
      Thanks again for a job well done, when its time to replace the Harley set will give you a call.

Michael G - - Friday, June 29, 2007       Took a short ride... 100 miles round trip. To a FJR technical meeting. Repairs and modifications at a local dealer. 32 bikes there. One had one of your seats, a 'single' seat just like mine. My saddle was great.       [Now I] have almost 2,000 miles on the seat. It is outstanding! My wife says her section is perfect.       [Here is an] image of the seat on the bike.

Robert O. M.D. - Raleigh, N.C - Thursday, June 07, 2007
      The new saddle is working well and a quantum improvement over the Bavarian torture seat on my K1200GT. Again, thanks for your excellent work. Hope you are recovering well.

Robert B. - AL - Tuesday, May 29, 2007
      Rick;
      I received my complete saddle, front and back, on Friday of last week. The saddle is absolutely beautiful and performs just as advertised. I did a quick weekend trip to Memphis just to see how it felt. I was able to ride 250 miles on Saturday and over 300 on Sunday with no hip pain. Outstanding!
      Thanks. I look forward to many miles with my new seat.

Stew - - Tuesday, May 15, 2007
      Yo Rick, Took my new seat on its madien voyage today, WOW, what a difference. The factory seat on my new R1200RT would start to talk to me after 125 miles. I just turned in 458 miles today, 10 hours in the saddle doing the twisties in PA. NO PROBLEM!Your seat enabled me to enjoy an entire day of riding, not resting!
     Thanks

Jake D. - - Tuesday, May 8, 2007
      Can't tell you how grateful I am for getting my seat back to me in time for my trip. It looks and feels terrific.

Craig O. - - Tuesday, May 8, 2007
     Rick and staff,
     I've had several opportunities to do some distance riding on the seat you did for my R1200RT - - Approximately 1,000 miles. I liked it when it first arrived just based on the job you did and the way it looked on the bike. Now that I've ridden on it some, I like it even more! It just keeps getting more comfortable!
     Thanks for a really great job!

David G. - Austin, Tx - Thursday, April 26, 2007
     Hello Rick,
    I have completely enjoyed the seat that you made for my ST1300. I had not been able to ride more than 150 miles on the stock seat without great pain in my lower back, butt, hips and knees forcing me to return home. My first ride with your seat was 200 miles without getting off the bike once! I've since taken a nearly 800 mile ride from Austin through southeast Texas in one day. I swapped bikes with another guy and he liked my seat far better than the custom seat on his ST1300. It's made an incredible difference in my ability to ride farther and longer than ever before.

Gail J. - Grants Pass, OR - Thursday, April 5, 2007
      Hey Rick,
      Thanks SO much! Love the seat; got it installed today and took it for a little ride. My butt loves it.
      Also, Tracy, my husband, is planning to come down to get his Triumph seat done.

	Margaret I. - - Wednesday, April 4, 2007       Hi Rick :)       Daytona was the usual: Bikes, Beer....you get the picture! Seat was great - did about 650 miles, no problem.       This past weekend we took a little longer journey - 1200 miles in five days - still smiling. I wanted to send a photograph for you.

Dick S. - - Friday, March 30, 2007
      Just wanted to thank you. Received seats yesterday, rode last nite everything is great, the leather conditioner  works real well.  Will highly recommend your company to all my motorcycle  friends. Your seat has transformed my R1200RT seat comfort. 
     Thanks again!

Glen J. - -Wednesday, March 21, 2007
     Hi Rick! Approximately 1 year ago you made a saddle for me for my BMW K1200LT and I haven't been able to take an extended trip until the 2nd of March. I went on a 10 day 4000 mile trip and it was the most comfortable I have ever been!
  That saddle was fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    You are a true craftsman!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
     Thank You!!!!!!!!!!

Perry R. - - Saturday, March 3, 2007
     My seats arrived this past week. Spent the last three days riding and can truly say you work miracles. Have tried gel pads, sheepskin and other assorted remedies in the pursuit of trying to find comfort on the OEM LT seats. I told my wife we waited way too long on ordering your custom seats. You turned the OEM BMW LT seats into total comfort. Plus they look great!

Chris K. - - Tuesday, February 13, 2007
     Dear Rick,
     I just received my new saddle from you guys and let me say WOW!!What a great job..Thank you, your craftmanship is superb.
     Thanks.

Richard M. - Corvallis, OR - Tuesday, February 13, 2007
     Rick,
     The seat arrived this afternoon and is on the bike and fits up and down - fits the bike perfectly as you said it would, and fits my bum perfectly, as I hoped. It totally transforms the bike from the "mosssy rotten log" feel of the stock "seat" to being in the cockpit of a Formula 1 race car. Utter delight! Fit also is near-ideal both sitting and standing on the pegs. This should greatly increase both mileage and enjoyment of my littlest bike. People sometimes think custom seats are for our larger bikes. But the real fun of these light, maneuverable small-displacement bikes is achieved when we can enjoy being on them for hours, not just picking them up.
     Thanks again for your meticulous craftsmanship, excellent design and especially for your professional knowledge that makes your art both demanding and results in such dramatic improvements.
     Monkey butt be gone! Bring on the hills!

Tony & Missy D. - - Wednesday, November 29, 2006
     Rick,
     We recieved the saddle and the shirts. The bike is a joy for both the wife and I to ride. On dec. 9th we are going on a long ride for the vrod forum fund raiser which we could not have done on our old seat.
      Thank you very much- it was worth the wait.

Jeff S. - Springport, MI - Tuesday, October 24, 2006
     Regarding the seat, it is as good as you have made for me. Rode my R1200RT to Deals Gap for a couple of days of day riding and then on to the NASCAR race in Talladega, Alabama the first full weekend in October. The ride down is always 10 hours from home 650 miles to Knoxville, Tennessee. Heavy rain the first 100 miles. The last 550 was in 85 degree weather until sunset. I was totally comfortable on your seat.
     So I guess it measures up to seat on my 2001 GS and the seats you made for the 1150RT and the K1200LT.
     Keep up the great work and have a safe and happy holiday season.

Matt and Tracy N. - Newark, DE - Wednesday, October 18, 2006
      We just returned from a weekend trip testing out our new saddles. WOW! What a difference!
      Thanks for a great job.

John V. - - Tuesday, October 17, 2006
     Just a quick note to thank you, as thanks are in order, for the wonderful saddle!
     I finally got a chance to do some distance riding this weekend in central Pa. and couldn't believe the difference after hours of being in the saddle. No pain or discomfort from sitting anymore! Your craftsmanship and service are remarkable. Thanks!

Mark M. - - Tuesday, October 17, 2006
     Rick,
     The seat turned out very nice, Thank You. Nice and wide, good angle and the yellow stitching matches the gold trim line on the tank scallop, really GREAT.

Mike G - Sacramento, CA - Saturday, October 14, 2006
     Rick,
     Just a quick note to let you know how great the seat on my K1200S turned out. The ride home was so comfortable!!!! I have had four Russell seats on different motorcycles from 1993 to 2000, and I rate your seat the BEST of them all. The seat release is working great too.

Jim B - Olympia, WA - Monday, October 9, 2006
     Rick,
     Just a quick note to let you know that the seat arrived here, and is wonderful..... both to look at and to feel under the butt!!!!! Tho I am in the Iron Butt assoc, I will no longer need to have one!!!!

bm - - Friday, October 6, 2006
     ...I've got about 1,000 miles on it and the seat is terrific. Fits great and the workmanship is awesome. You have earned your reputation.
     thanks again

fish f. - - Tuesday, September 19, 2006
     Dear Rick Mayer,
     I got to ride with my new seat today (Sat,16) Fantastic!!!! I could not be happier. I hate to ruin it for you because you said on the phone "you should never help a whiner, cause they will only whine more". Well, my whining is done! Seriously, I couldn't believe how great it looked out of the box. Then I couldn't believe how great it feels on the bike. You really know what you are doing. Thank you so much for fitting me in your schedule, I really appreciate it. Me and my ass thank you from the bottoms of our bottoms.(it's a little funny)

Barry K. - Longview, TX - Wednesday, September 13, 2006
     I used to be able to ride 150 miles before discomfort set in, then after that it was constant.
     On the way back home to Longview, TX, on my KLR I rode from Casper, WY to Amarillo, TX, a total of 725 miles with very little discomfort.
      Thanks Rick, I love the seat and the fabric your helper suggested ( I wish I could remember his name). Thanks for the tour of your place also.

David C - - Tuesday, September 5, 2006
     The seating position is excellent and the foam comfort is much better than stock. Despite a week and a half on the road with the wife we never woke up sore in the mornings. Circulation to my lower extremities is good as well.
     So, thanks so much for the seat. I'm happy most of the time and I, now that I've had some time with your saddle, agree that your is the best seat I've ever used.
     Cheers.

Jim L. - - Tuesday, August 15, 2006
     Hello Rick,
     First, I love my new seat. I was finally able to take it on a long ride this past weekend. What a difference! I went from having to get off in an hour and a half to riding comfortably for a little over four hours! In addition to the wonderful ride, the seat is beautiful. The guys at the dealership made several comments to that effect.
     Thanks!

Patrick D. - San Jose, CA - Thursday, June 29, 2006
     Thanks a bunch Rick. The saddle has been awesome for the last 80k miles or so. I can't even remember when exactly I put the saddle on the bike initially, but the bike has over 110,000 miles on it now and I can't imagine doing all those miles with any other saddle.
     Thanks a bunch for your rapid service on the cover also*.. it was a big help as it's difficult for me to go without my bike... (grin).
     All the best,
[NOTE: * This customer's cover cracked and was replaced at no charge. -RICK]

Bob and Mary Jane M. - Houston, TX - Tuesday, June 27, 2006
      Comments regarding the new saddle, a dual "comfort" type in leather for a 2002 BMW R1150RT: In terms of quality, this is clearly the finest motorcycle seat we have ever purchased in over 40 years of riding. We have owned Corbins (never again), various OEM and Sergeant seats, none of which could compare with the Rick Mayer product in terms of quality material, professional workmanship, overall fit and driver/passenger comfort. To break in our new Rick Mayer seat, we completed a weeklong HSTA rally based in Avon, Colorado.
      The Rick Mayer seat exceeded our expectations in all respects.

Mark H. - - June 06, 2006
      The seat fairy visited me 2 hours before I was to leave for a Dual Sport ride in Georgia on a loaner seat. I re-packed over the new seat and left without a test ride. As I knew it would be, the ride was great. I rode around 400 miles on and off road in total comfort.
     Thanks for a great product!

Gary M. - Stillwater, MN - May 18, 2006
     We received the seat and tried it out. She loves it and so do I. When I put the breaks on she doesn't slide into me and bump helmets. That was pretty distracting and more irritating than I realized until now.

James M. - Toronto, Ontario - May 16, 2006
     Rick, I have around 1500 miles on the saddle that you did for my '05 FJR. I cannot adequately express how happy I am now that I can ride a whole tank of gas without getting off the bike! I used to get squirmy at 50 miles, and at 80 I would have to stop for a stretch! I am looking forward to my journey to Tennessee and North Carolina in June.
     An awesome seat!

Dave M. - Gig Harbor, WA - May 13, 2006
     Rick:
     A day after I picked up my seat, I climbed on for a 4000 plus trip down Baja and up through mainland Mexico. You told me that you thought it would take 200 miles to break in the seat. Well, I never experienced any discomfort on the entire trip. I have a Corbin on my RT and I must say there is no comparison. I have already told my friend Steve Ready where to buy his seat for his new GS.
     Thanks for the great seat.

Don E. - - May 12, 2006
     Rick,
     Well it has been more than a year since I purchased the seat for my R1150RT. The bottom line, no pun, is that you were right - it gets better every mile I add to it. Hot or cold my seat is just fine in your seat. I never stop telling people about the seat, hope they are getting seats as a result of my sales pitch.
     In my book there is no better!

Guy A. - El Dorado Hills, CA - May 11, 2006
     Hello Rick,
     The custom seat you did for my K1200LT a couple of weeks back is FANTASTIC.

Micheal I. - Rogers, CT - May 10, 2006
     Rick,
     Well done!! Thanks for the great saddle.

Ryan M. - Bloomington, IL - May 9, 2006
     I got my seat about two weeks ago. WOW, that baby rocks. I have close to 3,000 miles on it and it is by far the best seat I have ever ridden on.
     Thank you.

Matt & Johnna M. - Chicago, ILL - May 3. 2006
     Rick,
     We just received our saddle and after a long ride, we love it! My wife is very pleased with the position and comfort and I appreciate the craftsmanship and attention to detail. I will give a glowing review on the COG form.
     It was a pleasure meeting you in Chicago and good luck in your new shop.
     Regards and thanks, Rick.

Brian T. - Edmonton Alberta, Canada - May 1, 2006
     Hi Rick.
     Received my saddle today, looks great, superb workmanship.
     I went for a short 30 mile ride and felt no discomfort at all; in fact the saddle went from being the most disliked part on my bike to my favorite part. It will definitely enhance my riding this year.
     Thanks for a job well done!

Glenn H. - St. Clair Shores, MI - April 26, 2006
     Hi Rick,
     The seat are working out wonderful and I just love them, able to ride 500-600 miles in day without a problem.

Hugh L. - San Antonio, TX - April 24, 2006
     Just a note to say how much I like the new saddle. My wife and I rode about 250 miles on Saturday through the Texas Hill Country. The saddles were phenomenal, experienced no butt burn during the ride. They are so far superior to the OEM saddles as to defy comparison. We are very pleased. This was well worth waiting for. We are happy customers, and will champion your saddles to all who will listen.
     Thanks.

Thomas A. - Whippany, NJ - April 24, 2006
     I took the seat I had made for my Vegas and moved it to my new Victory Kingpin. Thought you might like these pics to add to your site. I'm really loving the seat and hope to see the pics on your website soon.

Doron G. - Houston, TX - April 24, 2006
     Rick,
     I rode (with wife) on your seats and they are great. We did only 160 miles but are very happy. Please feel free to use my name as a happy customer. You can also give my phone number to anyone who wish to talk to me or come and see the seats.
      Thanks again

Dennis B. - - April 18, 2006
     Rick,
     You built a seat for my Concours last fall. I went for a 700km ride recently and I am very impressed with the seat. I rode the 700km non-stop, except for gas fills, through southern Alberta in 8 hours or so. At the end of the ride I had no pain in my butt and my lower back was still in good shape. Thanks for an excellent product!

Bill S. - Phoenix, AZ - April 16, 2006
     Rick,
     I'll keep it simple. The saddle you did for me is GREAT! I finally went for a ride and what a difference. It is 100% better than the stock seat was. Your workmanship is very very good and I had a lot of good comments about the saddle.
     Again, thank you.

Chris C. - Petaluma, CA - April 15, 2006
     Rick, I received my seat today [for my Yamaha GTX 1000]. Thank you very much. The seat is perfect for me.
     Ciao

Steve F - Plymouth, MN - April 7, 2006
     Rick,
      My seat arrived yesterday. Nice job! The craftsmanship is excellent and I'm looking forward to thousands of miles in the new saddle.
      Thanks much and best regards

Dave W. - April 3, 2006
     Hi Rick.
     Just got back from a 2100 mile trip and the new saddle felt great. The changes you made to the front of the saddle really worked good. Just thought I would let you know I was happy with your work.

Sonny F - Daytona Beach, FL - March 22, 2006
     Hi Rick,
     First let me thank you for the BEST seat I have ever had in my 45 years of riding. I now have over 30,000 miles, most two up, on my ST1300 dual leather seat. It is great for BOTH of us!

Jon - Tucson, AZ - March 14, 2006
     Rick,
     I wanted to let you know that the seat you made for my V-Strom is absolutely perfect! Thank you for a great seat and and thanks also for getting it to me so quickly. When I get my next bike I'll be calling you again.

Daniel W. B. - Freindswood, TX - February 22, 2006
     Hi Rick,
     Just wanted to let you know that I went to the "Ride The Rio" HSTA event last week… totaling 2000 miles over 5 days, including a 600+ mile ride on day 5, and couldn't be happier with the way my seat performed. The biggest complement I can think to give is that during the entire time, I didn't have to reposition, squirm, or shift my riding position to get more comfortable. I never experienced any Monkey Butt, and was amazed at the comfort of the seat.
     Thanks so much for creating such a wonderful product!

Mark I - Phoenix, AZ - February 6, 2006
     LOVE THE SEAT!

James C. - Conroe, TX - February 2, 2006
     Hi Rick,
     The saddle came today. The fit is great; just like the last one.
     When I traded my 1100 RT for the K 1200 GT the only thing I missed was your saddle. Now I'm back in business.

Dan G. - Roswell, GA - January 10, 2006
     Hi Rick,
     Happy New Year! We have had some nice weather here in Georgia so I have been riding the VStrom every chance I get.
     On Sunday, I did my longest ride yet with my new seat - 240 miles of back roads, farm roads, mountain twisties and dirt roads. Almost no stopping, mostly just saddle time as I was having such a great time. Probably was in the saddle for 6 hours.
     The seat felt great, I was comfortable the entire time and had zero discomfort, even after the ride was over. What an improvement over the stock seat - I could never have done 6 hours of saddle time with the Suzuki seat. You are a master craftsman indeed!
     I have been telling all my riding friends that they need to order a seat from you.
Take care!

Mark C.
Hi Rick,
     I've had my leather saddle nearly eighteen months now. I've covered nearly 30,000 miles on it. The best thing I can say is that I don't even notice it's there. To my mind that is the way everything about a bike should be. If you notice it, then it's distracting you, something's wrong. I've covered over 1,500 miles in a day and often need to cover 200-250 miles before going to work. The saddle has stayed looking as good as when it was new despite our sometimes less than friendly weather.
     If I ever get over there I'll come and buy you a pint.

Dan G.
Hi Rick,
     I braved the cold weather and was able to do a 2.5 hour nonstop ride on some back roads and twisties on Sunday, not a lot of total miles (99) but as much as I could handle with the cold weather.
     Your seat was very comfortable, and a huge improvement over stock. During the entire ride, I never had to move my butt around due to discomfort as I had to constantly do with the stock seat. No pain at all when I got home. I am looking forward to the Spring when I can go on my normal, 200 to 300 mile day rides so I can really test out the new seat.
     But, so far, so good!
Happy Holidays,

Keith O. - Saint Paul, MN
To Rick Mayer Cycle-
     I cannot say enough good things about the wonderful saddle you made for me on my BMW F650CS. The bike has been totally transformed from city only/canyon carver to all around sport touring bike with this one modification (and of course the cruise control). With the stock saddle I was ready to call it quits at 300 miles a day at mid-season, and this year my first ride was 350, with no soreness at all. I also did a 5 day trip around Lake Superior and it was just great! And looks beautiful!
     Thanks.

Gary B - Mathews, NC
Rick,
     After receiving my seat from you, (for my K12R) I went on a 3000 mile ride. My riding partner noticed it first and that night after 800 miles he said that he had never seen me ride that long without hanging my legs down and moving around. He was right! I don't know how you got soooo much comfort in such a small, low profile seat. It is as comfy as my easy chair. I hope the pictures are what you needed, if you would like more, or different angles, please let me know.
     Once again, THANKS A BUNCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jim A. - Geneva, NY
     As for the seat---PURE GENIUS!!! I only have about 500 miles on it so far and have had absolutely no issues with the forward slide or the pressure points whatsoever. No doubt leather is the way to go. This is by far the most comfortable seat I have ever had. I have no idea how you are able to design the seat with only a photograph but you sure pulled it off. It was WELL worth the wait.

Brian N. - Portland Or
     Hi Rick,
     Just a quick note to say that the new saddle is awesome. Dana I rode HWY 36 (where we met Tim Mayhew of pashnit.com fame) and ended up in Fortuna where we spent the night. My butt had no complaints and I had plenty of opportunities to test its "hang-off" ability.
     Today we put on about 350 miles and the first time I thought about my butt was a mile 273.
     I have not had this comfortable a saddle since my 1985 Venture Royale.
     Thank you very much!

Randy P. - Spencer, WI
     Writing to thank you for an incredible saddle rebuild. I can now ride out a tank of gas without a butt stop. You, Sir, are a craftsman. Have over 1500 miles on the saddle and would change nothing - it is perfect:

Steven W. - Georgia, USA
     Thank you so much to you and your staff for filling a vital role that somehow BMW cannot fill. You are much appreciated! My brother, Big Al, has a K1200LT and may be contacting you soon!
     We kept a travel blog of the journey and you are most welcome to view and read our experiences. The web address is www.flyingarmy.com/novascotia.html
     Have a great day and ride well!

Jeff D. - MSF Chief Instructor, Madison, Wis., and Tucson, Ariz.
     Rick,
     Great saddle! Thanks.

Larry H.. - New York, NY
      I received the saddles today, and they look great. I cannot wait to try them out on the LT. Thanks for your great service, the product looks terrific. It's been a pleasure doing business and I look forward to many happy miles in the new saddle.

Mike C. - Augusta GA
      You did it! Seven hours in the saddle yesterday and no burn!!
      Thanks for the new motorcycle.

Doug R.
      Rick,
      You fixed the seat on my BMW K1200LT last December. It seemed fine when I rode the bike for short distances this spring.
      On Thursday last, I rode from Upstate, NY to Myrtle Beach, SC for Bikeweek. I spent up to 9 hours a day in the saddle. The seat is great! I had absolutely no pain nor discomfort. It's clearly now the absolute best seat I've ever had. I tried a Corbin before sending my original seat to you.
      Great job!

Steve McM - Sunnyvale CA
      Rick,
      I have some miles on my new seat and I must say it is absolutely amazing. My friends make fun of me because even when we stop for rest breaks on long rides, I stay on my seat while they are stretching their legs. I was also amazed at how easy it is to "hang off" the seat. I find it is much easier to find a consistent anchor (with my butt) on your seat, verses the stock BMW seat.
      I also should mention the additional confidence your seat inspires. On a recent ride I found myself consistently sliding the rear end (of my RT) exiting first-gear corners. I could not believe my eyes. I totally expect this sort of behavior from my race bike (GSXR) but not from a touring bike like my RT. I find that the additional anchor, comfort and confidence your seat provides allows me to screw on the gas sooner and harder than I was ever comfortable doing with the factory seat. With a factory seat, I find that I slide around way too much and I never feel totally "locked" on to the bike.
      Again, thank you so much for making my bike completely new to me. Let me know when you are planning to ride through or around the Bay Area.

Jonathan R - Eagle, WI
      Rick,
      I've put the first 400 miles on it and I can feel it settle in. What a difference from the stock seat! Beautiful material and craftsmanship. Thank you for such a good job. I didn't think people noticed seats, but I've received several compliments. Maybe you'll get some new business.

Barry D - Vancouver, BC
      This new saddle is marvelous! Oddly, the first thing that struck me wasn't so much the comfort (and it *is* comfortable!) but the fact that my butt was warm! This must be because of the lack of pressure points, which in turn ensures blood flow. Whatever the reason, I'll take it.
      The technical sophistication of your new saddles (with the different types of foams, including the high-tech conformal foam inserts) is miles ahead of your previous ones. The first one you built for me enabled me to ride many 1500+ mile days. This new saddle is as much an improvement over my previous Mayer saddle as that one was over stock. You deserve a world of success for hand-building such a fine piece!

Grayson C -Torrington, CT
      Hi Rick,
      I finally got some time to put some real miles on my new seat. Left for Daytona on Thurs. afternoon arrive Daytona on Fri and take in the festivities at the IBA dinner. Left the dinner at 10:00pm and rode to Ft Myers down on the left coast. Spent Saturday, and Saturday night with my wife down there. Left Fort Myers after a late breakfast on Sunday and was home in CT Monday afternoon. About 3000 miles, three days, and the seat is a winner. Thanks for a great product, it makes the ST1300 the motorcycle it should be.
      See you in ME this summer (IB Rally) and good luck again.

Darrin D - Point Reyes, Ca
      Just wanted to let you know that the seat you built me is working out great. I spent 7 hours in the saddle Sunday with no problems at all. It was a beautiful ride back I took your recommendation and rode 36, then cut back to 299 and stayed in Weaverville Saturday night before riding back 299 to Arcata and then heading down 101 to Leggett and cutting over to HWY 1 for the ride all the way back to Point Reyes. What a great weekend. Thanks for the beautiful job on the seat.

Beth R - Bandon, OR.
      Sorry it took me so long to get back to you....but have been out enjoying this beautiful winter weather.
      Seat feels great and my once out of alignment body is adjusting to the new comfortable position with much better bike handling. I have just sent your address to a friend whose husband is having back problems and no longer riding.
      Also want to thank you for your hospitality while Guy and I were at your place....we not only enjoyed the plant tour of your lovely home, but the whole-wheat scones were the very best ever.
      Promise to send a photo of me and my new seat within your lifetime.
      Wishing you well in the Iron Butt competition!

Tom G. - Woodland Park, CO
Hi Rick,
      Received my seat back from you Friday and was able to ride it about an hour Saturday and three hours today (non-stop, mind you). In a word - excellent.
      The advantages of the basic seat shape in distributing your weight over a larger area are clear, but the details of your execution make it much more than just that. The placement of the rise and angle of the seating area are just right, providing great back support.
      Thanks for providing me a great place to sit for hours on end.

Robert V. - Arma, KS
      WOW the XV saddle is terrific!! You did exactly what I wanted on the back seat area and the front seat area seems so comfortable (although it has only passed the winter "1 minute test") I am now worried I may fall asleep on it when riding.

Ted B - Tucson AZ
Rick
      Thanks for the GREAT seats for my FJR 1300, They're fantastic, I look forward to many years riding on them.
      -Thank You!

Oscar W. Palm Beach FL - K12LT
      Just a quick note to let you know that the seat is working out really well. I have 600 miles on it now and it is 100 X better than the stock seat. I am very pleased with your work.

Peter C.- Mill Valley, CA
Hey Guys,
      My new seat was fabulous. We rode fill-up to fill-up without a hitch. So comfortable- no neck and shoulder strain. Its Great!----
      Many-many thanks,

Cindi & Kevin H.- Portland. OR
Rick,
      I have got more then 1500 miles on the seat now and it is getting better with each ride! Cindi now has two seats that will most likely need to be done. We will call soon to make appt. in April or May.
      Hope your Holidays were good! Take Care,
      Thanks! Rick

Neal N.- Princeton, TX
Rick,
      Great job on the seat! We put 1300 miles on it during its maiden voyage and we couldn't be happier. It's made a huge difference.
      Thanks!

Carl R.
Howdy Rick
      My seat arrived yesterday in fine condition. Tried it out and it is GREAT!!!! It is way more comfortable than stock and results in a much better posture. My back isn't in nearly as much stress (pain) as before. Thanks so much for making my scooter so much more enjoyable.
      Thanks again, Rick.

Chris B.- Fort Lauderdale Florida
Rick
      Well you've done it now, after talking the "better half" into buying a custom seat now I can't get her off the back..... I purchased the seat back in June but as you can see from my address allot of my riding does not take place during the summer months, but in the beginning of Oct the wife and I took off for a 3500 mile trip up the East coast. All during the ride she kept commenting how good her bottom side felt (the year before was the exact opposite). So now all I hear is "lets go for a ride somewhere...." I have to say though that this was the best upgrade I have done, it makes my BMW a very comfortable mile eater. Thanks for a great seat.
      Now how can I get away for a long trip alone?

Jim G.- Lancaster, Ontario, Canada
Hi Rick,
      So, I got a good part of a season in on your seat and here is a report:
- Gone is the sore butt.
- Gone is the sore lower back.
- Gone is the sore neck that I thought was from the back draft of the windshield.
- Gone is the neck soreness from some disc damage that I did in a racing accident many years ago.
- Gone is the numbness in my left arm.
      I can now start thinking about some more serious things, like:
- Hmmmmm... Do I have enough money for another tank of gas?
- Do I want to cross Nebraska today?
- Do I want to do one or, two oil changes today?
- Do I want to do another time zone?
      You should sponsor every rider for the Iron Butt Rally. They would soon be calling it The MayerButt rally. You could do worse.
      Actually, my butt is still sore but now, it is from kicking it because I did not buy one of your seats as soon as I bought the RT.
      Cheers, -Jim

Ron D. - Swamp Scooters
      Just wanted to write and thank you for the wonderful saddle you made for me. I just completed a Bun Burner Gold 3000 on it with absolutely no, I repeat, no Gluteal muscle ache what so ever! I rode from Lafayette, La. to Flagstaff, AZ. (32 degrees). Had a 5 hour lay over and returned home. The total distance was 3043 miles which I covered in 42 hours and 30 minutes.
      I attribute the success of this ride, in a major way, to my new Rick Mayer Saddle!
      I will be looking for you to be the winner of the 2005 Iron Butt Rally.
- Good luck. Hope to see you in the future,

Ed H, Holly Hill, Florida
      The seat finally arrived. It seems that Cocoa Beach was the Fed-Ex destination and it was also ground zero for hurricane Francis. The box was beat up but the seat is a work of art, a very comfortable work of art. If you make it to Daytona beach for the October "Biketoberfest" fun, you will see my bike sporting your work at many places around the venue. Thanks very much, and you will be highly recommended.

Dennis S, St Augustine Beach, FL
      We are very satisfied--I have seen examples of Russell's and Bill M's and your workmanship really is superior. The saddles are beautiful and look like they were made for the RT. This seat is the icing on the RT cake.

Frank S, Vancouver Wa -
           Just wanted to drop you a note to give you a heartfelt "Thank You"! I have a few thousand miles on my new saddle and it seems more comfortable with each ride. I recently returned home from a ride up to Glacier National Park. I rode at least 500 miles each day with one particular day logging 13 hours on the bike. Before (your saddle) I was squirming after 200 miles and in agony at 300 miles.       This saddle simply brings a whole new level of enjoyment to my riding. Rick, you are a true Craftsman and I appreciate your quality of workmanship. You build a fine product that is both completely functional and adds a beauty to my bike (ST1300). Many Thanks! No-Butt Frank

Rick S, Toronto Canada -
      Rick, the saddle is just FANTASTIC! Everywhere I go, BMW riders want to know where I got it. Thanks, Rick

David and Paula M, Lafayette, La -
      Rick; this is the most comfortable saddle I have ever ridden on I have received many compliments on it! Thanks, David

John T, Warrenton Virginia -
      Rick, I finally achieved my objectives (with your saddle). It is very comfortable and more importantly, I CAN FLATFOOT ON THE GROUND--. Your material and workmanship are first rate! Thanks again, John. BMW RT

JDG Alburquerque, NM -
      Rick, just thought I should tell you it (the saddle) is GREAT! My butt has never been so comfortable. Thanks!

Richard P., Redding (yep, right here in town) Ca -
     Rick, just a quick not to let you know how pleased I am with the saddle you made for me! It fit right from the start and has trasformed the bike into one I can now ride withour a break between fuel stops...nearly 300 miles! I have had many compliments and will recommend you for your fine craftsmanship and customer service to all that will listen. Thanks again, Richard --Yamaha FJ 1300

Larry D., Fairbanks , Ak -
      I can't tell you how much I enjoyed my visit with you and getting to meet your family while you custom fitted my new saddle, it was a special treat.---As for the saddle, it is SUPERB!!! Absolute comfort. I literally rode for 12 hours without getting out of the saddle and without the usual (past experience) fatigue, cramped legs and butt. Thanks again, your custom built saddle makes the stock seat feel like a board.

Eric B., Temple City, CA Hi Rick... -
      I'm EXTREMELY satisfied! Just took it for a quick ride and man, it is nice!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU! Thanks again Rick, I just love the saddle, the styling, everything about it! You did a bang up job on the passenger ride too.

Jay, Pensacola FL. Rick, -
     just got back from a short test ride (4,500 mi) FL, TX, OK, KY, DC, JH, TN, AL. After the first 190 miles my fuel light came on so I stopped ... I asked myself "What do I find different about this saddle vs. the stock seat?" The thing that came to mind was the fact that I had to search for a reason to ask that question ... in the first place, because I hadn't even noticed that I had ridden 200 miles. I never had to readjust my "butt" to get more comfortable. That was the way it was the rest of the trip. I just sat there, rode, stopped for gas, then rode some more. Several 700 mile days - no sweat. I was solo, so I'll give you a report when I take my passenger along. Love the saddle. Also got many great comments on the silver/black color scheme on the black K12 at the Shilo BMW Rally in TN this last Saturday.

Rick S. Toronto, Ont. Canada Rick, -
     I just completed a 4000 mile trip on the saddle you built for me and it definitely lived up to the "HYPE," it's fantastic. Thanks!

Don and Catherine C, Scotia, NY -
     Good afternoon Rick, Don received the seat at 11:30 today, Saturday. It arrived in perfect condition. Don took the seat out for a test run of 90 miles today. He was and still is EXTREMELY pleased with it. Your attention to the details regarding size and position were perfect. The quality of the workmanship is excellent. Our expectations have been greatly surpassed after receiving and test riding the seat. We send our sincere appreciation for altering the seat construction date, express mailing the seat, and for creating a seat to accomodate our request. Many, many thanks for helping to make riding even more pleasurable.

Louis "Bubba" C, Padukah, Ky -
     Just got my new seat from Rick Mayer for my GS--what a difference! It's one of the few times that a product was as advertised and delivered on time, What a GREAT Seat and a great, great company to spend money with. He's a super person.

Ross F, San Mateo Ca. -
     Rick, the seat works great, Thanks again.

Bill W- Burwell, Nebraska; -
      Hi Rick, got the seat and installed it on the beemer and what a difference it made. I rode 400 miles today and it sure was nice. I really like the stitching on the outside, it sets it off nicely. Nice job on the seat!

Ian J-Istanbul, Turkey; -
     Many thanks Rick, the saddle is wonderful compared to my Ducati 748 and Super Blackbird, the BMW saddle is just sooo comfy and the leather is just so much better in the heat and humidity here. Just been across Azerbaijhan, and Georgia but I guess my travels will have to stop while the US finishes it's business in Afghanistan. Next stop is Turkmenistan, Kazakstan, and Iran !! Take care and regards, Ian

Steve H.-Apple Valley Ca; -
     So far, great. No sore tail bone at all and the knees don't get sore. I like sitting up a little higher with the new seat. I don't think it was my imagination but the bike seemed to handle much better with my new seating position. I was able to lean farther into the turns than I have before on this bike. This is an unexpected bonus! Thanks Rick, enjoyed your hospitality and watching you make the seat. Steve

Roger H-Seattle, Wa; -
     ...Being pain free is a wonderful feeling. I've owned 5 motorcycles and ridden on at least a dozen more and this is already the most comfortable sadle I've ever ridden. Thanks for your excellent work and for being the fine fellow that you are.

Mitch L- Hollywood FL; -
     i Rick, just a note to let you know that I just completed my Spartan Sprint 1000 for my first Iron Butt certification. I did it in 17 hours and NO complaints in the (butt) department. Everything I have heard about and read about your saddle is true--it works, plain and simple. I can't say enough about the quality and service you provide.. Again thanks for a great product, me and my (butt) thanks you!

Micheal M - Stockton, Ca; -
      The seat needed a bit of a break-in to get comfortable, But we're THERE! Now with about 1500 miles on the new seat the difference is QUITE DRAMATIC! Thank you again for your efforts, very much appreciated.

Donn and Shirley C-Jackson, CA; -
     ...Rick, people stop me in the grocery store, K-marttm, Costcotm, just everywhere and ask me about my seat (the one on the bike!). Shirley and I are as happy as a new born pig in a slop trough! Thanks again, Don.

Rob D- Chicago, IL; -
     After thoroughly testing the new seat I have come to the conclusion that it is probably the finest choice I could have made! Thank you for the great seat!

Alan and Nina S-The Dalles, OR; -
     Rick, We had some extra time on Saturday Morning so went thru Lassen Volcanic Park on the way home. Saturday and Sunday we put 700 miles on the new seat with not so much as a hint of TB (tailbone). We found we could get 80-90 miles between stops compared to the 30-50 miles with the stock seat! You did a GREAT job! We thank you and our butts thank you!

Rob L- Arma, Kansas; -
      I had a Comfort seat on my '97 (BMW) for about 16000 miles. It was an improvement over stock but I kept looking for something else. About 2 months ago I got the new saddle from Rick Mayer. I can now go at least 900 miles before I get sore. With the Comfort, I could get 300 max before I was squirming. For the price, $175, it was a good buy. For $270, the saddle from Rick Mayer is a GREAT buy.

Mark G; -
      Hi Rick, Just a note to let you know that I got the Saddle Thursday. It mounted up and fit PERFECTLY. Looks very nice and feels even better! Thanks again, Mark.

Dean W.- Springfield OR; -
      Got home to Springfield about 8:15 Saturday evening. Lots of my parts were tired but my butt was still good to go! Love the new saddle. The Mayer seat has jumped ahead of the Clearview windshield as the best investment in upgraded equipment for my bike.

Wurty- -
     Just got my seat back for my RT from Rick Mayer Cycle. I can not believe what a GREAT job repairing my RT seat.----I highly recommend that anyone looking for an upgrade to the RT (BMW) seat contact Rick Mayer. He built up the neck of the saddle so I don't slide forward... put a brand new seat cover over the entire seat... installed super duty green foam to support what's riding on it. That man is a genius when it comes to saddles!

Gerald D.- Sherman Oaks, CA. -
     Hello Rick. Thanks for the great job with the seat. I rode the bike yesterday and it is much more comfortable than before. I guess I'll have to have you do the R1100R next.

Shiela H.-Phoenix, AZ. -
      Ladies and Gents, let me tell you about this seat. I LOVE this seat!!!. WOW!!! I spent about 420 miles riding behind Mike on the newly installed (Rick) Mayer seat (we have the vinyl basketweave version) and was thoroughly impressed.---no butt burn!!! No hot spots, no numb spots, it was great. To get off the bike and feel as good as when you got on... Fantastic!!

Mike K.-Phoenix, AZ. -
     Finally got the bike back together and got to try the seat you built for us.. In two words; IT'S WONDERFUL!!!! Thank you, Mike.

Tom F.-Manassas, VA -
     Rick, Just wanted to say I'm enjoying my seat very much. I've put over 1500 miles on it since you shipped it to me in early May. It is comfortable and I enjoy it. Thanks, Tom.

Pat S.-Hattiesburg, MS. -
     Hi Rick, completed 1000 miles this weekend and the seat made my (BMW) RS complete. Excellent comfort AND your customer service has been excellent. Your dad would be proud. I am very pleased. Posted my experience tonight with the Internet BMW riders. Cheers, Patrick.

Dennis K- Seattle, WA. -
     I travelled approximately 800 miles in two days and never felt anything but comfort. Thanks, Dennis

Barry D- Vancouver, BC. -
     Rick, the ride home was a revelation. I have never had a "saddle" before so there were a number of adjustments. First is the difference between sitting "on" and "in" a motorcycle. Better support, increased feeling of being part of the machine, less room to move front to back but also much less need to squirm around to stay comfortable. The comfort was incredible. On the stock seat I was squirming after an hour, numb after 100 miles. On the new seat, "right out of the box" I did 3.5 hours no problem. By the time I got home (800 miles) it had broken in and was even more comfortable. Fabulous seat, worth every penny and MILES ahead of the Corbin I had on my R100RS. Thanks, Barry.

Henry W.-West Bethesda, MD. -
     All I can say is W O W. I rode it and the rest of the bike to Baltimore today. Usually I'm squirming after 20-30 minutes. Not today!! It appears that for the first time I can look forward to rides over 30 minutes without trepidation. Many thanks, Henry.

Donn C. - Jackson, CA. -
     Rick, please send me some business cards, people stop me in the grocery store and at K-Mart and Costco and every where, just every where and ask about my seat... (The one on the bike). By the way, Shirley and I are as happy as a new born pig in a slop trough with our seat. Thanks again Rick, we appreciate all you did for us.

Alan and Nina S.-Whitby Island, Wa; -
     Rick - - Sat and Sun we put about 700 miles on the new seat with not so much as a hint of TB. You did a great job! We thank you and our butts thank you!

Micheal and Caroline M. Baltimore Md; -
     You know, I think that if I were to look up the term Customer Service, I would find a picture of you next to it. You have demonstrated nothing but exemplary customer focus. I spent nine years in the customer service business so I know of what I speak. Thank you, Micheal and Caroline.

Greg D.-San Fransisco, Ca -
     Thanks for dropping off the seat. I picked it up Friday afternoon and rode home to San Jose on it. It feels great and I look forward to many comfortable miles. My wife, who was satisfied with the stock seat, loves it. The only problem is that she falls asleep even easier now! Thanks again, Greg.

Greg H. -
     ...Just finished a SaddleSore 1000 on Friday/Saturday... and was very pleased with the results... All pain in my previously afflicted areas is not gone. My guess is that only so much can be done when one weighs 290 pounds and sits in one place for 10 hours or so at a time. The improvement in comfort is extreme, however, and I have no complaints... Finally, I wanted to thank you again for filling me up when the gas pump refused to read my card, and then for leading me onto an excellent ride... I'm looking forward to many comfortable miles. Greg.

Scott R. - Brownstown, PA: -
      I have put about 3,500 miles on the saddle. You did a great job. I rode it about 200 miles before leaving on a 3,251 mile trip from PA to Atlanta GA to Tampa FL to Key West FL to Daytona, to PA. The seat was an instant improvement, and after it got brokn it it is now not a problem to ride for ten hours.

B K, Earth City MO: -
     Holy crap Batman what a GREAT GREAT GREAT seat. It just don't get any better than this... THANKS for such a great product, 1000 mi. IronButt rides and rallies are my ride of choice. THANKS again for GREAT service and WONDERFUL products. After my first 1000 mi. day I got off the bike and let my a** smile.