I'm 21, 4"11, 105 lbs. I've wanted to buy a motorcycle for the past couple years, but I can't find one that my legs will touch the ground. I'm looking for a bike that I can handle, as far as weight wise, but it's still got power and speed. Not a lil moped. I'd rather not have one custom made due to how expensive that can get but I can't find one that will work for me. Any suggestions of types of bikes or places to look?
2006-08-09 01:55:24 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
It's not so much your height, but your experience level to consider here. It's better for anyone, regardless of size, to start out with a small displacement bike, until you gain experience. Try a Honda Nighthawk 250, Kawasaki Ninja 250, or Yamaha 225. If you start out with a full size cruiser or chopper, you're asking for trouble.
Good Luck.
2006-08-09 02:06:21 · answer #1 · answered by JeffyB 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The link below hasn't been kept up, but you may find some good leads. Especially for a first bike, which many would say should be a beater. It's the Short Biker List; a list of bikes arranged by height appropriateness.
Other things you can do to reach the ground:
Have the bike lowered
Have the seat "shaved." Stuffing can be removed from the top and sides. There was one place in Philly I read about that removes most of the stock foam and replaces it with a gel insert.
Get higher soles put on your boots. You can use an existing pair of boots. Take them to a cobbler and have thicker soles put on. Don't get all Frankenstein; just add an additional inch or so.
2006-08-09 02:14:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely a Yamaha 250 Virago. My wife is only 3 inches taller and can EASILY fit on it. It has enough power for city driving and can go 70mph if need be. You're smart to test fit a bike. Don't compromise. You also might think of a cheaper way of lowering the bike - get a different seat. They can add 4" to the height!
2006-08-09 07:02:29 · answer #3 · answered by words_smith_4u 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also had this problem. I started out with a KX125 (dirt bike) and it was too tall, but I learned to balance then just lean a bit when ready to dismount. Then I got a Harley 883 Sportster and that was great only a little bit too high, if you want it bad enough you learn to manage though. I only wanted a Harley for a road bike so the choices above sound really great if you want those. Hope you get to enjoy the life of a biker.
2006-08-09 04:41:09 · answer #4 · answered by Grianna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a Yamaha Virago 250 or a Honda Rebel 250. They're good bikes and should fit your size real well! Yamaha makes a 535 Virago if you can handle a bike that big! Make sure your feet will sit flat on the ground when you sit on them. Have fun and ride safe!
2006-08-09 03:21:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried a Honda Rebel, Yamaha Virago 250, or Suzuki GZ250? The motorcycle class I was in had a woman about your size, and she had no trouble riding a GN125 - a pretty small bike that isn't very easy to find, but if you don't fit the first three bikes I listed, you may want to try and find one used.
2006-08-09 03:12:52 · answer #6 · answered by Mad Scientist Matt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you looked at Buell Blast's? A pretty good choice as a beginner bike, but still 500cc single, big enough, but not intimidating to learn on. They also have an optional lower seat that has a 25.5 inch seat height. A lot of them can be found used, low milage, and cheap because many were bought as a beginner bike and were outgrown in a year or 2.
2006-08-09 02:44:46 · answer #7 · answered by rkfire 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-29 02:06:56 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honda Rebel $3,000, Yamaha Virago 250 $2999, or Suzuki GZ250? class of the state you in they all under 250Cc or 250
Go to e-bay just to look at the size of Cc-power I hope fine one if not how about 1976 Yamaha RD-350Cc $900.e-mail back
2006-08-09 06:03:01 · answer #9 · answered by O'Henry 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for a Kawasaki Ninja
2006-08-09 07:40:45 · answer #10 · answered by sam v 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋