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Looking for First Bike
Posted: Sun Feb 13, 2011 11:17 pm
by oXMav3ricKXo
Hi all, im new to the forums, looks like a great wealth of knowledge. Im looking to purchase my first bike, im 6'3" 280lbs (BIG guy), and looking for a cruiser, something similar to a vstar 950 or vulcan 900 which is what i've been looking at. Are those bikes good enough for a first bike taking into consideration my height and weight? Any other pointers or tips would be greatly appreciated. Thank You.
Re: Looking for First Bike
Posted: Mon Feb 14, 2011 1:30 pm
by V4max
Not sure what you mean by good enough for a first bike, if you mean do they have enough power than yes. I suggest you go sit on a few different models of bikes (bike shows,dealers etc) to see how you like them and how they fit. Remember its your first bike not your last.
Re: Looking for First Bike
Posted: Wed Feb 16, 2011 2:54 am
by totalmotorcycle
oXMav3ricKXo !
You are almost as tall as I but bigger so you'll have the issue of not only finding a bike that fits but also doesn't look tiny on you too.
There are quite a few bikes out there that will fit you, one I can suggest is a V-Strom 650, I owned it and it worked for my tallness and because it was a "big looking bike" it will suit your size.
The other option is "Standard UJM" type bikes like the GS500E (not the GS500F) or a Bandit 600/650 or even a Ninja 500R. For a Cruiser the Kymco Venox 250 is amazingly big for a 250cc, but you won't fit any Sportsters at all.
Mike