Rick Mayer is a fraud

[richwerth]

Don't believe me?

Next time you see a Rick Mayer saddle go up to it and wipe the name off with a wet clothe. Comes right off.

Another test

Try to call them

Try to email them. Never ever will they answer or reply to your email. No wonder there are very few complaints about their service. Hard to complain on nothing!

[harveyrawn]

I've been riding on my Rick Meyer saddle for over a year and couldn't be happier with it. The only time I think about it is when I realize that I've ridden a long way and my butt isn't sore.

[Airman]

Don't believe me?

Next time you see a Rick Mayer saddle go up to it and wipe the name off with a wet clothe. Comes right off.

Another test

Try to call them

Try to email them. Never ever will they answer or reply to your email. No wonder there are very few complaints about their service. Hard to complain on nothing!

Your comments do sound a lot like what I've heard about Corbin's quality and customer service. But speaking about this sort of thing, I would really like to see is a thread on good and bad real life experiences with motorcycle products and vendors. I have a few good and bad transactions I'd share.

[toolinalong]

sounds to me like you got scammed by a con man.....and his name was most certainly not Rick Mayer.

[Ksbeemer]

I wouldn't go so far as to call it fraud, but when I was trying to find a low seat, I sent Rick an email from his website...........that was months ago and still no answer. That puts his business on my bull poop list!

[chibbert]

Is this just a drive-by name calling? Tell your entire story if you really are wanting to protect people from making a bad mistake.

And as far as going up to the next saddle you see and wiping the name off with a wet cloth? I wouldn't make this recommendation to anyone. I don't have a Rick Mayer saddle but let me assure you - if someone decides to walk up to my bike and start messing with it without discussing it first they are biting off more than they anticipated.

[boxermania]

Actually and those in the know please correct me if I'm wrong, a few years back the Meyer clan split into two units for whatever reason and I haven't heard anything more since then......they did use to make great seats way back then., but things and situations change.

Like chibbert sugested if you have a beef please share the particulars so the folks that frequent the site can be informed.

[tlwood28]

Don't believe me?

Next time you see a Rick Mayer saddle go up to it and wipe the name off with a wet clothe. Comes right off.

Another test

Try to call them

Try to email them. Never ever will they answer or reply to your email. No wonder there are very few complaints about their service. Hard to complain on nothing!

Part of your post doesn't make sense, and without clarity and explanation, is defamatory and mean-spirited. From the second half (the first half being unintelligible), I gather you didn't think he was responsive enough. Maybe that is true--or maybe not. You give no details. Either way, that doesn't make him a fraud.

He is well known for his aftermarket seats. Many swear by them. I think it is rather obvious he is not a fraud. You may a very serious accusation with absolutely no backup. I have no interest in this other than I don't appreciate such inflammatory words with absolutely no substance to back it up. I find your post highly offensive and think it should be removed.

Tom W.

[TicTac50]

I personally don’t know much about both brothers Mayer.
They are both in the business of making motorcycle seats. I have met both of them at the international Rallies numerous times.
One is Rick and another one is Bill, I think.
One brother has full time business producing motorcycle seats, while another one is a part time seat maker, since he also works or worked as a geriatric nurse.
I know for sure that their father sold the patent to the Russell Company, also known as http://www.Day-long.com
Both sons of Mr. Mayer were allowed to use the “PATENTED SPRING” in the production of their seats for 5 years only. I personally never owned any of those seats and only use Russell seats on all my bikes, except an LT, which came with Corbin seats.
Because the “NAME” comes off, after wiping the seat, does not constitute “FRAUD”.
None of my seats from Russell Company have any markings on them, except small sticker attached to the bottom of the seat pan. I in the past 10 years, I never heard anything bad those guys. Fraud, is a very strong word, unless you really got cheated out of your money, then, we all would like to hear about it.

[Ksbeemer]

I find the information posted by a couple of members that have come to the defense of Rick Mayers quite interesting. I stand by by earlier post because I was hard pressed to find a lower seat and was pulling out all of the stops trying to find something that would work. I would have probably had to get some other bike.

I discovered the Rick Mayer company from mentions on this forum. Many seemed to rave about his work. I sent an email, via his website, and never heard a word back. I don't care what great service or what great seats have been provided to others. Poop on me and I tend to react negatively. To not reply to a customer inquiry creates doubt, leave a bad taste in your mouth and.....again.....puts this company on my Bull Poop list. I would use the more common vernacular, but I don't think it is appropriate to curse in this forum.

It's that simple. And, again. I would not call it fraud, especially on a public forum without proof. But the stink leaves a trail.

[harveyrawn]

I find the information posted by a couple of members that have come to the defense of Rick Mayers quite interesting. I stand by by earlier post because I was hard pressed to find a lower seat and was pulling out all of the stops trying to find something that would work. I would have probably had to get some other bike.

I discovered the Rick Mayer company from mentions on this forum. Many seemed to rave about his work. I sent an email, via his website, and never heard a word back. I don't care what great service or what great seats have been provided to others. Poop on me and I tend to react negatively. To not reply to a customer inquiry creates doubt, leave a bad taste in your mouth and.....again.....puts this company on my Bull Poop list. I would use the more common vernacular, but I don't think it is appropriate to curse in this forum.

It's that simple. And, again. I would not call it fraud, especially on a public forum without proof. But the stink leaves a trail.

That's a pretty strong reaction for one unreturned email message. Don't phones work in Kansas City?

[Jammess]

I find the information posted by a couple of members that have come to the defense of Rick Mayers quite interesting. I stand by by earlier post because I was hard pressed to find a lower seat and was pulling out all of the stops trying to find something that would work. I would have probably had to get some other bike.

I discovered the Rick Mayer company from mentions on this forum. Many seemed to rave about his work. I sent an email, via his website, and never heard a word back. I don't care what great service or what great seats have been provided to others. Poop on me and I tend to react negatively. To not reply to a customer inquiry creates doubt, leave a bad taste in your mouth and.....again.....puts this company on my Bull Poop list. I would use the more common vernacular, but I don't think it is appropriate to curse in this forum.

It's that simple. And, again. I would not call it fraud, especially on a public forum without proof. But the stink leaves a trail.

And you, my friend, are pathetic and most likely one frustrated individual. All this because someone didn't return an e-mail?? Why not suck it up and make a simple phone call or maybe try sending another e-mail or just do Rick Mayer a favor and take your business some place else. Fact... Rick Mayer makes a fine product and has many satisfied customers as well as being an all around good guy.

[Ksbeemer]

You are entitled to your opinion. This forum is a good place to gain information, but when I follow the path suggested and it turns out to be a deadend, I tell it like it is. You attack me for telling it like it is and that's your business. It doesn't change the fact that my experience with Rick Mayer is what it is.

Tell me, are you judging me as pathetic based on one incident...........hmmmmm sounds like you are doing exactly what you say I did. I think the word for that is hypocrite.

[Jammess]

I see you cover all forums (R1200R) with your somewhat mis-guided opinions, very good but still pathetic.

Your loss Rick Mayer's gain.

[jas]

Everyone is certainly entitled to their opinion, but name calling amongst users on this sight is probably not the best thing.

As for the saddle maker, I do not have personal experiences to share, however a friend recently purchased a saddle from Rick, and not only was he quick to respond to the request, the saddle arrived in a timely manner and is of quality.

[Ksbeemer]

Jammess

If you are referrring to me, you are mistaken. I have never posted on the R1200R forum. If not, I aplogize. Why don't you guys jump all over the guy who started this thread? It wasn't me and I never said Rick Mayers was a fraud. I just said I won't do any business with a company that doesn't have time to answer emails. And when someone calls me names I have every rigtht to defend myself. Especially, if what they saying is not true. I've got better things to do with my time that argue with someone I don't even know.

[chibbert]

Just to clarify - my response has been directed to the OP (Original poster). I just want to hear his story to see if he can substantiate his claims.

[Jammess]

Jammess

If you are referrring to me, you are mistaken. I have never posted on the R1200R forum. If not, I aplogize. Why don't you guys jump all over the guy who started this thread? It wasn't me and I never said Rick Mayers was a fraud. I just said I won't do any business with a company that doesn't have time to answer emails. And when someone calls me names I have every rigtht to defend myself. Especially, if what they saying is not true. I've got better things to do with my time that argue with someone I don't even know.

And I respectfully beg your pardon. My mistake as you didn't start this thread. I intended my remarks to go to the originator and I'm sure he knows who he is and he started the same thread on the R1200R side of things.

[Ksbeemer]

Jammess

Okay,

For crying out loud guys.....Please put at the top of your post who you are addressing. This forum went from bunch of nice guys to cut-throat in about two seconds. I don't need this kind of crap. As for those that quoted my comments and then jabbed me for voicing my opinion....think about it, it will get to you.....then for some it never does. I am out of this place.....and for those that say good riddance, good riddance to you too.

[chibbert]

Looks like this would be a good one for the mods to delete/lock/close/burn