I currently ride a Yamaha Vstar 1100. Not real comfortable 2up. Mama wants to take some long trips with me. She wants to be comfortable.
2007-02-04 12:14:14 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
I think one of the best touring bikes ever made is the Honda Goldwing. Why, I like a lot of bikes and owned a lot of different bikes from "Glides" to "Ninjas. The Goldwing is the best all around touring bike esp. for two people.The key word was "Long Distance", a lot of bikes are good for 120 miles a day, few are good for 300 miles a day. Goldwing's are the only one that i know of that none of the owner have problems with Plus 300 miles a day The 1800 sits the lowest, and can handle your inseem just fine. Not only that but there are many Goldwing clubs out there.
2007-02-04 12:25:34 · answer #1 · answered by redrepair 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a nice bike. Have you researched whether there are aftermarket seats available for it? One thing you can do to make Mama more confortable (if you haven't already), is to put a sissy bar on the bike it allows the back rider to relax and removes the fear to be left behind when taking off from stop. Also, try to get some aftermarket foot pegs.
Else, make a move into a "real" touring bike such as the big Hondas.
2007-02-04 20:18:59 · answer #2 · answered by tangodancer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Key word from you "TOURING". With mama wanting to go, you gotta go while the iron is hot... I, like RedRepair, am a fan of the Gold Wing. I adored mine (notice past tense... somethings you never forgive your ex-wife for).
The Gold Wing is a stable ride for both, and has all kinds of goodies. I bought my first when I was younger, whilst my buds bought Harley's and Crotch Rockets. They called mine the Grandpa Bike. I would get the last laugh.
We organized,many long distance tours, and while I "stepped" off my bike, my fellow riders... well the climbed, crawled, and one just tipped it over to get off. I was ready to go, they needed to limber up.
I liked having the stereo, the cruise control, the balance, power, handling, Air Ride adjustable suspension, the list keeps growing.
My kid brother rides a BMW, but it is not as smooth as the Wing. You'll find the price for a touring rig to be at first glance a bit eyebrow raising, but then compare features. The Wing has a big bang for your buck!
The biggest feature is that you got mama on the back with you, having a great time, as you tour the countryside, together. I know before she was the Ex, mine and I loved our Wing (Aspencade).
I would definitely get floor boards for the rear; fronts are a personal choice (I liked the standard pegs).
2007-02-05 02:23:43 · answer #3 · answered by Klondike John 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know. I'm 5'8", 190 pounds, and I fit well on my Honda VTX 1300. It's a little lower than your Yamaha, but you can go lower - although not in typical big bores. Honda Shadow 750's have a low, low 25" seat height which you'd appreciate since you're kinda short. I';m not sure about the other bike manufacturers' middle weight cruisers. Check em all out.
2007-02-04 20:24:19 · answer #4 · answered by AKA WTA 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Short inseam can be somewhat compensated for by narrowing the seat. I'd check into the Venture. Its a great touring bike and is probably lower than the Gold Wing to start with.
2007-02-05 01:19:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd recommend any year Yamaha Royal Star. They started out in 1997. the 2nd generation after 2000 changed HP / Torque. Smooth V-4 1352 cc low vibes, electronic fuel injection, great handling, passenger design very comfortable. Price has come down since the new Liner series come out in '06.
2007-02-04 21:26:12 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A sidecar frees your passenger to their own 'space', and gives the pilot the opportunity to install a backrest. The passenger can snooze on some really long drives, or just relax and enjoy the view. Great for trips to Walmart or Lowes, too.
A Velorex rig is inexpensive and bolts right up the the Yammie,and can be removed in a few minutes for solo riding.
2007-02-04 20:34:56 · answer #7 · answered by Dances with Poultry 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The key thing here is that you'll be 2 up over distance. Like was said before, the Goldwing is the best touring bike made. Harley people can say whatever they want. A harley can't touch a Wing in smoothness, comfort, power, options, acceleration, you name it. It is the best tourer in the market period.
2007-02-05 17:46:41 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rather than deciding to get a new bike, maybe you should look into having a custom saddle made. I had a Russell Day-Long saddle on my last bike and can confirm it's not cheap, but worth every penny. Absolutely no discomfort after 500+ mile days in the saddle.
2007-02-04 21:49:33 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 5'8", 30" inseam and ride a 2002 BMWR1150RT with the seat in the 2nd position. It can be lowered another 1". Sit on one.
2007-02-05 19:50:43 · answer #10 · answered by jeffhorn103 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋