Hey all,

I bought a 2000 DS 650 a few months ago and have been riding the Oregon dunes. This is my first quad, and first time riding the dunes. Having a blast! I'm a big dude so the DS fits me well.

The person I bought it from must have armor all'ed the seat because it is slick as snot. I have a new gripper seat cover coming, but it won't be here before my next ride. Is there anything I can do to my seat to take the slickness out? I already cleaned it with a degreaser to take the armor all off, but still. Should I scuff it up with some fine sandpaper?

 

Here's a couple photos. I took the front fenders off, black seat cover is coming, black shock covers coming.

 

I'd try cleaning it with type of upholstery cleaner. Or you could try rubbing alcohol, but I have no idea what that may do to the color of the seat.

 

I'll try the rubbing alcohol. I have some of that at home. I don't care if it ruins the color since I have a new seat cover coming. Worth a shot.

I think the original vinyl on the seat is just so old and weathered, and there is no softness to be found. It's dry, hard, and slick. Can't wait til the new vinyl gets here.

 

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Have a great day!

 

I would just get one of those anti-slip mats that are used for area rugs until your cover comes in. No chemicals and if you already have one laying around, no extra cost.

 

Thanks for the info, STA-BIL, I'll remember this info the next time I come across the situation. Good to know.

I ended up sanding the crap out of the old one, and it helped a bit. The next time I went out, I wasn't sliding around near as much. The new seat cover came in, and it is awesome. The gripper material is going to be a huge improvement.

 

No problem - always feel free to reach out with any fuel or surface treatment questions.

 

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Thanks for the link Sta-Bil!