Sore Back from driving Studebaker

[JoeHall]

Humn, as long as I stop to get gas every 150 miles or so, I've never had a problem with my '78 KZ650 I've had for 39 years. My '68 and '96 Harleys on the other hand....

I haven't been able to drive the Stude far enough to tell, haven't made it more than 200 miles without stopping to fix something. Right now it's trans, secondary shaft bearings. It's crazy, I can drive around home forever with no trouble at all, but if I get away from home, look out!

I have had a 1986 Harley FXRD for the last 15 years, and its comfortable for long haul. Admittedly, I have done several mods to make it fit my body better, mainly with dresser parts: forward foot boards & controls; fairing lowers (I am a wimp about wind nowadays); backrest; rear air shocks, and 5.75 gallon gas tank, etc.. I have not ridden farther than 100 miles in awhile, but planning a trip to Syracuse in the next month, about 700 miles each way. Have made that trip several times on the Harley, but not in the last 3-4 years.

Sorry to hear of your bad luck with the GT, I have had excellent luck with GTs over the years (knock wood).

[Studeous]

A tip I read several years ago. I have tried it on long trips and seems to work. Makes sense to me. Your results may vary. Every once in a while, try to push your belly button into the back of the seat by tightening your core. Not your 327 Chevy

[Milaca]

Leave your wallet in your back pocket, then put your wife's money in your other back pocket. This will level your position and you will have twice as much money to spend.... I'm obviously not married...