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Thanks for all the replies I'll keep experimenting, although I've been experimenting for over 40 years now haha - might just have to accept it is what it is. But I'll keep at it! I will definitely try putting some pegs on my crash bars, though.

I don't think so, but I'll try and be more aware on next ride and see if I notice it.

I have, but a loooong time ago! Good tip though - I have crash bars so could potentially mount some pegs on there as an experiment.

Hi all, First post here, but 60 years old and been riding since I was about 16. I've always had a problem with getting a really sore backside after about an hour in the saddle. Once that pain has set in, even I stop for a bit, it then comes back pretty quickly once I get underway again, so this is somewhat prohibiting long rides, which is what I would like to do. I seem to have had this forever, over a number of different bikes and bike styles. I'm currently on a V-Strom 1000. I'm a shortie (5 foot 8 ) but the bike has had suspension lowered, a lower profile seat and the forks dropped a little (previous owner was similarly height to me, which was handy). I did recently purchase a ComfortAir seat cushion and that helped a lot. It shifted the initial onset of "I have to stop now" by about 20 minutes, which is useful. But what it has also done is highlight that the real are of discomfort seems to be right at the top and back of my legs, just below bum level. With the air cushion, my bum seems more or less able to cope, but the pain at the top of the legs is immense. I love my bikes and riding, and I've often dreamed of going off on long trips, even a biking holiday, but the thought of being in near constant pain after the first hour holds me back. I'm basically limited to short trips from home which, whilst immensely enjoyable, feels somewhat restrictive. Any hints, tips, kit ideas very welcome! For reference, I've tried stuff like changing sitting position, fork height, rear suspension settings, different screens (e.g. altering air pressure) etc. Seems to happen whether I'm on a "racer" with clip-ons, a cruiser, a tourer, or a trailie. As soon as I stop and jump off, the pain stops but then, once remounting and getting underway again, it comes back a lot quicker, so the riding bit gets shorter and shorter.