Riding the Black Slug!

[River Valley]

Recently picked-up a rather lovely 98 (previous post) and am making a few mods for more comfortable ride for my ageing body. First one done, a re-upholstered seat to raise the ride height by 3 inches and thereby allow my legs a straighter profile (the more the bend the more uncomfortable for me). Folk asked for pictures, so here she is. Got it done locally for £35. Took the bike out today and am well pleased. Can still touch both feet down comfortably and perhaps surprisingly, it doesn't create extra buffeting from above the screen or change the handling characteristics from the slightly increased forward weight. I'll be adding 50mm Vario lowering pegs and then bar risers to compensate, then should be done.
Looks like a black slug  :rollin, but I don't care because it means I'll be more comfortable, for more rides, for longer  .