Tall guy needs help

joemac28 · 06-14-2008, 11:20 PM

hi all im 6'4 245lbs, im going for my permit this summer and wanted to know if theres any bikes out there for tall ppl, im going for a supersport but im not sure if i can even fit on one lol,
can someone give me some tips on fitting and the things i should be looking at as well
i know feet have to be flat on the ground so im not gonna have a problem with that lol i also heard that if i turn the bars full left/right and if it touches my knees its to small
well any tips would be appreciated

Schneiderman · 06-14-2008, 11:25 PM

The Kawasaki Versys would be a great choice, as well as one of the SV650 models. Don't start out on a supersport. You won't fit on one anyway.

Dodsfall · 06-14-2008, 11:57 PM

Handlebars touching the knees is a bad thing

Probably the first thing to do is just sit on the bike in a riding position (with someone holding it up) and see how it feels. Move your feet from the stopped position to the riding position. A good fit should feel natural and sure. You don't want to be fumbling for the foot pegs as you merge into moving traffic!

Be sure to test-ride before you purchase also. If anything feels too tight or wonky on a short test ride, it will only get worse on a long ride.

Be picky in choosing your brand and model. You will know the bike is right once you have found it! Don't let the saleman steer you to something you may be unhappy with later.

loudest143 · 06-15-2008, 08:46 AM

My 82 Suzuki GS850 fits me nice now that I've installed 2" risers on the handlebars. A very nice upright seated position, similar to being on a dirtbike, IMO. I'm the same size as you. My buddy's Kawasaki Vulcan 900 fits me nice also. If you've got the ching, a Sporty isn't too bad either. Just my 2 cents from a tall guy.

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*just a growing boy.

06-14-2008, 11:20 PM	#1
joemac28 Motorcyclist Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 9	Tall guy needs help hi all im 6'4 245lbs, im going for my permit this summer and wanted to know if theres any bikes out there for tall ppl, im going for a supersport but im not sure if i can even fit on one lol, can someone give me some tips on fitting and the things i should be looking at as well i know feet have to be flat on the ground so im not gonna have a problem with that lol i also heard that if i turn the bars full left/right and if it touches my knees its to small well any tips would be appreciated Last edited by joemac28; 06-14-2008 at 11:26 PM..

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06-14-2008, 11:25 PM	#2
Schneiderman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,160	The Kawasaki Versys would be a great choice, as well as one of the SV650 models. Don't start out on a supersport. You won't fit on one anyway.

06-14-2008, 11:57 PM	#3
Dodsfall Administrator Join Date: May 2008 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 15,820	Handlebars touching the knees is a bad thing Probably the first thing to do is just sit on the bike in a riding position (with someone holding it up) and see how it feels. Move your feet from the stopped position to the riding position. A good fit should feel natural and sure. You don't want to be fumbling for the foot pegs as you merge into moving traffic! Be sure to test-ride before you purchase also. If anything feels too tight or wonky on a short test ride, it will only get worse on a long ride. Be picky in choosing your brand and model. You will know the bike is right once you have found it! Don't let the saleman steer you to something you may be unhappy with later.

06-15-2008, 08:46 AM	#4
loudest143 as in "he who laughs last...." Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 251	My 82 Suzuki GS850 fits me nice now that I've installed 2" risers on the handlebars. A very nice upright seated position, similar to being on a dirtbike, IMO. I'm the same size as you. My buddy's Kawasaki Vulcan 900 fits me nice also. If you've got the ching, a Sporty isn't too bad either. Just my 2 cents from a tall guy. loudest143 *just a growing boy.