I've been thinking for some while about constructing a sheepskin (short cropped) seat cover for at least one of my bikes.
My primary reasoning is for protection, mostly from the sun, unexpected adverse weather, and overall protection from the elements.
Another reason, is the seats are super expensive if ever scuffed or damaged by accident. Besides, on the right bike, a sheepskin seat cover can enhance the curb appeal. The seat cover could also look gawdy, as well. Of course, "beauty is in the eye of the beholder"... so they say.
I've seen only a handful of examples, the latest up at Dixon this past June. I've seen a few on fully restored bikes and some on bobbers.
Also some on overdone, bling bikes. I do know this, however... Nobody makes 'em any longer, and I wonder why.
Did these seat covers simply fall out of favor ? I've seen several in old photos (where are you, Cotton?), but these days, you hardly ever see 'em, except on a GoldWing, a big Hiway cruiser or some other banana boat bike.
I'm soliciting comments here... are there pro's and con's that I'm missing ? I have a friend who tells me that his sheepskin cover is too hot, yet comfortable.
Anyone have an opinion or comment to share. I would appreciate any and all. Thanks.
C2K
My primary reasoning is for protection, mostly from the sun, unexpected adverse weather, and overall protection from the elements.
Another reason, is the seats are super expensive if ever scuffed or damaged by accident. Besides, on the right bike, a sheepskin seat cover can enhance the curb appeal. The seat cover could also look gawdy, as well. Of course, "beauty is in the eye of the beholder"... so they say.
I've seen only a handful of examples, the latest up at Dixon this past June. I've seen a few on fully restored bikes and some on bobbers.
Also some on overdone, bling bikes. I do know this, however... Nobody makes 'em any longer, and I wonder why.
Did these seat covers simply fall out of favor ? I've seen several in old photos (where are you, Cotton?), but these days, you hardly ever see 'em, except on a GoldWing, a big Hiway cruiser or some other banana boat bike.
I'm soliciting comments here... are there pro's and con's that I'm missing ? I have a friend who tells me that his sheepskin cover is too hot, yet comfortable.
Anyone have an opinion or comment to share. I would appreciate any and all. Thanks.
C2K
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