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Features and Benefits
(Prices and Contact links are at the bottom of each page)
The secret to KonTour's
outstanding performance
is in the patented 6 layer
composite design:
1. The Breathable Cover
2. The Breathable Mesh
3. Waterproofing and Radiant
Heat Barrier
4. Vibration Isolation and
Energy Management
5. Damping and Ergonomics
6. OEM Foam Core
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The image above is an electron micrograph of KonTour's remarkable cover fabric. Each ultra microfiber in the bundle is so microscopically minute a single pound of them could be stretched from the earth to the moon - and back.
Layer #1, The Breathable Cover:
KonTour's top cover is made from a commercial duty, severe service, patented, branded, 100% polyester non-woven ultra microfiber PERFORATED fabric that looks and feels like the finest suede, but allows air and water to pass through: it literally breathes. One millimeter in thickness - and that's REALLY thick for fabric - KonTour's cover is naturally water and stain repellent, does not retain water and dries quickly when wetted. Due to KonTour's proprietary air cooled design, the cover allows liquid water to drain and draws stagnant air, moisture and heat away from your skin. In addition, our cover does not absorb or retain heat. On a hot, humid day in direct sunlight when you can barely stand to put your hand (or your butt!) on a traditional seating surface KonTour's cover remains surprisingly cool and soothing to the touch.
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Layer #2, The Breathable Mesh:
Without a place for the stagnant air, moisture and heat to go, KonTour's top cover could not perform - and this is where the next layer comes in: A patented monofilament polyester mesh that provides a channel for water to drain, moisture to dissipate and fresh air to circulate. Only 1/4 inch thick, this layer also allows an additional amount of calculated spring rate to the overall seat design. Once water drains through the mesh, gravity pulls it toward the sides of the seat where it empties onto the ground. You're literally sitting on a layer of air that is constantly exchanged as you ride!
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Layer #3, The Waterproofing and Radiant Heat Barrier:
The next layer in KonTour's design is another layer of high tech fabric and performs two remarkable tasks: It waterproofs the core of the seat, and at the same time rejects 70% of infrared radiation to keep the underlying foam layers cool. An aluminized, ripstop, spun polyethylene fabric, this layer is an excellent water, vapor and heat barrier.
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Layer #4, Vibration Isolation and Energy Management
The next layer is a 1/2" thick piece of
unusual "spherical" resilient foam.
Crush resistant and elastic, this foam has
the unique ability to ABSORB vibration.
Here's how it works:
When hit with an external force, the spheres
act upon one another to laterally disperse
energy throughout the material. This unique
horizontal energy transfer further helps
to ISOLATE and redistribute pressure points and "hot spots".
Inexpensive "commodity" grade foams like injected polyurethanes - whether open or closed cell - absorb the impact energy in one localized area, then transfer 90% of it vertically to your butt.
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The above nomogram shows how Kontour
dissipates impact energy over time,
providing tremendous damping.
Layer #5, Damping and Ergonomics
An additional layer of 1" military specification visco elastic foam is installed to give KonTour the ability to respond to lower frequency vibration and shock. While the 4th layer effectively diffuses high and mid frequency vibration (like those produced by tire tread and small road surface irregularities) this layer dampens more pronounced and lower frequency vibration (like tar snakes, small ruts and transient engine vibration that resonates throughout the frame.)
Utilized by NASA, and also in F-16 jets,
KonTour's #5 layer is picked from specific densities and thicknesses to provide maximum damping and outstanding comfort. The foam literally flows from high pressure to low pressure areas, spreading forces out over a much larger area.
KonTour's #5 layer provides a custom fit to your butt every time you mount your motorcycle, and every time you make imperceptible changes in your seating position as you ride. No matter whether you are wearing jeans, leathers or a heavy riding suit, The KonTour Seat self adjusts and conforms to your individual "butt print".
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Layer #6, OEM Foam Core and Vibration Control:
In addition to the 4th layer, the OEM foam core provides a calculated amount of soft spring rate to allow KonTour to function as an integrated vibration control system. Custom cut with a foam saw, this allows room to build the top 5 layers of KonTour and still maintain the original size and shape of the OEM seat for excellent fit and finish.
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