I'm 6'1" 270lbs.and I'm considering a 1200 Sportster, is it a comfortable ride for a man my size?
2007-02-05 19:14:10 · 9 answers · asked by Billy FZ1 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Now see I disagree with these guys (not saying they were not comfortable), but I rode a buddy's Sportster home and it was an uncomfortable ride. Now to qualify my statement I should mention I ride a VTX 1800, which is a large/wide bike. Personally I found it to sit to high, and be too thin for my taste. Take the time to shop around and find the "perfect" bike for you. It will be there when you get ready to buy. Best 'o luck, and get out on the road.
2007-02-05 22:04:00 · answer #1 · answered by B R 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Last year, needing to borrow a bike, my brother supplied a 100th anniversary 883 Sportster. Together, we spent the next 3 days in the saddle in Wisconsin touring. Well over 500 miles, I'm 6'4" and 250 pounds, and I was constantly amazed at what a great bike it really was.
Not perfect for me, but a really good bike. And capable at everything it did.
As far as dis'ing a brand, get real. The Harley twin is legendary for a reason. My Buell 1200 gets 55 miles to the gallon. Wheelies all day long. And it's all attitude. So beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
2007-02-05 21:46:48 · answer #2 · answered by parrothead_33033 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Harley Seats For Tall Riders
2016-10-15 05:41:46 · answer #3 · answered by kanosh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-01 12:18:09 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you seem to be a good sized boy. I'm 6'1 and about 250. I rode a friends 1200 Sportster and it felt like I was on a 10 speed bicycle. I may have been more comfortable if it had forward controls, but I thought it was too small for me. I guess you have to go to a dealer and sit on a few.
2007-02-05 23:10:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
i'm 6', 190 and i have no problems riding my 1200 as far as i want to in a sitting. current 'record' for a 1 day trip was 400 miles. i have the engine guard and a pair of highway pegs on it for when on the interstate. junk the stock seat tho and get a sundowner or ur azz will be sore within 70 miles. stock seats totally suck. and get a detachable windshield...the windblast will wear u out within 150 steady miles at high speed.
2007-02-05 20:17:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do yourself a favor and go sit on/test ride a Kawasaki Vulcan.If comfort is a concern,paramount for serious riders,you owe it to your butt to check out the big boys from japan.I am your size and the 2000 makes a sporty feel like a dirt bike.
2007-02-05 23:48:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
You'll own it for about two months and then wish you bought a heavier bike. I have an ultra classic, and it is awesome! Take one of those for a ride once and you'll be hooked.
2007-02-06 02:35:00 · answer #8 · answered by Sean M 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Harley Davidson, The most efficient way to burn gasoline without the harmful side effects of horse power !
2007-02-05 19:19:54 · answer #9 · answered by g_man 5 · 0⤊ 9⤋