Motorcycles for big guys?
Originally Posted by Slowhawk
99zman -you have to think back when you started to ride.Yes,a big bike is better for his size but they are less forgiving.A problem with the bigger bikes is the throttle response,they make alot more torque down low.People like us that have ridden for a long time never think about it but new guy's can get scared or get arm lock and accidently whack the gas too much and lose control of the bike. I've seen way too many new riders crash bad on big bikes simply because it caught them off guard.
Start with a smaller bike and get experience,then move up to whatever you want.
Start with a smaller bike and get experience,then move up to whatever you want.
i was confused about when he said he jumpped on a busa that he may have had a little experience i was just thinking about his size and if he took it easy he'd be ok, but.... one quick twist and you could be in trouble...
Originally Posted by 98Z28MASS
99zman, I have pretty much no riding experience at all. I have taken my buddies hayabusa out and my gf's brothers R1 (just around my neighborhood and a huge access road/parking lot) and honestly like Don said the R1 and busa just had such wicked throttle response that I nearly tossed myself off the bike. Granted I could leave it in 6th and cruise around on a liter bike but id rather have a less expensive/less powerful bike to start with. Again, only issue with that is most of the smaller CC bikes usually have smaller frames. I def wont be jumping into buying a bike as I want something that i will be able to learn on and keep around for a while. I hopefully can start the classes towards my motorcycle license next month and then i will go from there, just wanted to see if there are any small CC bikes I should look at in particular due to my size. I appreciate all the info though and if any other bikes pop into mind def let me know.
Originally Posted by WJ SOM SS
Sit-on and test ride a Screaming Eagle Harley V-Rod....They are a great performance cruising bike, IMO. Great for a tall person, as well. WJ
man i think an r1 would be hard to cram yourself on... Im 6'2" 260 and I looked pretty big and I had a hard time getting low and use the windshield.. but I sold mine...I started to get too comfortable and doin stupid crap.. Im not sure how much theyu run anymore but the Triumph Rocket 3 is a big bike 2300cc but its a cruiser..
Originally Posted by 98Z28MASS
Yea im kinda set on a jap bike as Im not sold on the cruiser bikes yet. I will check out the kawasaki bikes but I was trying to stay away from the liter+ bikes as this will be my first real bike and i dont want to dump a 10K+ bike my first few weeks of having it. Only reason that I havent gone on a test ride is that im still waiting on my motorcycle license. I will have some free time next month to get the classes done, but im not sure if it will be worth it if I cant find the type of bike im looking for. Haha im trying my hardest to be sensible about this and not picking up a liter bike but I might have to go that route if I dont fit on any others.
I say get something like a 650 V-twin. It's the inline-4 bikes that will get you in trouble. You may be outside of the size range for a 250 or 500, but there is no reason a sv650 or something can't be made to accommodate your size.
Originally Posted by 99zman
i don't think he wants to refinance his house for a motorcycle
WJ Last edited by WJ SOM SS; May 3, 2007 at 05:33 AM.
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Do your self a favor, don't buy a liter bike for your first bike. Go to the dealerships and sit on any bike you can. keep sitting on them till you find on that you feel comfortable on. That's the only way you will know.
Regardless of his size he hasn't had the experiance and doesn't have the throttle control for a new liter bike. ****, most 600's are coming out with more power then I'd want to give to a beginner.
Regardless of his size he hasn't had the experiance and doesn't have the throttle control for a new liter bike. ****, most 600's are coming out with more power then I'd want to give to a beginner.
Speaking of bikes for big guys. Think I'm gonna get my license get a biginner bike for cheap and then buy one of these, maybe next year.
I've ridden a couple bikes, but that was like 7+ years ago, unlicensed. I'd like a HD but can't afford it and honestly those are for the enthusiests and I just want a nice cruiser. No rocket for me.
Opinions?
I've ridden a couple bikes, but that was like 7+ years ago, unlicensed. I'd like a HD but can't afford it and honestly those are for the enthusiests and I just want a nice cruiser. No rocket for me.
Opinions?
Wow the responses have been great and I appreciate all the info listed. Road course training is a definate after I get my motorcycle license. As for the cruiser bikes im not quite sold on them yet, haha but that might change if the jap bikes are too cramped for me when i check them out next weekend. I will definately sit and get a feel for as many bikes as I can, the only thing that sucks is that again i dont have my license yet so im sure that a test ride is out of the question to really get a feel for the bike. I didnt feel too bad on the busa nor the R1 but again as everyone has said a liter bike is very unforgiving and expensive to fix if I dump it. The place im going has pretty much every suzuki/kawasaki/yamaha bike out there so i should get a good idea of what works and what doesnt work. My next question is what mods can be done, comfort wise, to accomodate a larger rider? I noticed someone said you can change the location of the pegs? Anything else? Thanks again guys and all this info def is going to help me to make the right decision.
i didnt read everything, just kinda skimmed... but for us larger guys, some of the more "standard" bikes (hoolagan bikes) kinda fit us better....
like a bandit, hornet, ect..... or SV650/SV1000.... really, you need to see what feels right for you.
remember, bars are adjustible.... and you can buy diffrent bars or rearsets... what you cant easily change is the reach from seat to tank, ect....
you just have to go find something that works for you.... id reccomend a USED bike if its your first bike...... and since the used bike pool is limited.. id just start going to dealers and trying bikes out.. i think its a better idea then getting your heart set on one bike, only to not find it...
like a bandit, hornet, ect..... or SV650/SV1000.... really, you need to see what feels right for you.
remember, bars are adjustible.... and you can buy diffrent bars or rearsets... what you cant easily change is the reach from seat to tank, ect....
you just have to go find something that works for you.... id reccomend a USED bike if its your first bike...... and since the used bike pool is limited.. id just start going to dealers and trying bikes out.. i think its a better idea then getting your heart set on one bike, only to not find it...
Originally Posted by 98Z28MASS
Alright I need some advice...what motorcycle would be best for someone who is 6'8" 260 pounds? I have been looking to pick one up but Ive only been on an R1 and a Hayabusa 1300 and both are a little too fast for my taste. I fit alright on the R1 and I heard that the R6 is built on the same frame as the R1, just a smaller engine and tank. Any other suggestions as I havent been able to go and really test drive any and would like any opinions on what bikes have bigger frames. Thanks and any info would be appreciated!
A great starter biker would be a GS500, or a SV650. I recommend the SV. You can do anything with them (track, street, aggressive rides), yet they are very affordable and parts are cheap. And most starter bikes hold thier value, so you wont lose out when you upgrade.
And make sure you get all your gear also. Unless you are planning on trackdays, the cheaper stuff will be fine. Boots, gloves, jacket, and helmet at the very least.
Good luck
Nice yea I looked online at the sv650 and I will def go check one of those out. Plus the pricing isnt too bad on them either. I cant ****** wait to go and check out bikes in general as I have been wanting to ride for a long time and finally with all the finances done for the house im buying in a month I can spend some cash on some toys haha.
i can tell you this...
if you got an SV, you wouldnt regret it.
yes, there are other bikes that will be faster.. other bikes that people will think will be cooler...... but when you ride your bike, you will never feel disappointed..
as far as im concirned, they are the modern HawkGT... a do anything bike that will put a smile on your face nomatter what.. excelent bikes, for beginner and expert alike.
plus they go blat-blat instead of buzz-buzz.
if you got an SV, you wouldnt regret it.
yes, there are other bikes that will be faster.. other bikes that people will think will be cooler...... but when you ride your bike, you will never feel disappointed..
as far as im concirned, they are the modern HawkGT... a do anything bike that will put a smile on your face nomatter what.. excelent bikes, for beginner and expert alike.
plus they go blat-blat instead of buzz-buzz.
Originally Posted by R1urDone
You could always get a 1000 thats lowered and streched, that way you don't have to worry about it wheelie-ing on you.
wow.. good suggestion.
