2007-03-26 17:31:04 · 16 answers · asked by bergy700 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
I had a harley 883 hugger, it is excellent for a girl...I am 5'3". The handling, size and balance is great for us. Have fun!!
2007-03-26 17:35:59 · answer #1 · answered by Kathy L 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I love Harley's too, but I'm only 5'1" so I bought a Buell Blast. You can find them at most Harley dealerships. I can touch the ground flat footed and it has Harley parts. I also am looking into buying a Kawaki Vulcan 900, I sat on one the other day and could reach the floor flat footed and the handlebars were an easy reach too. It also felt well balanced so it wasn't a chore to hold it up. I am looking at that for more of a cruiser bike look, but I LOVE my Buell and if they would make other models shorter I would get another Buell.
2007-03-27 09:39:55 · answer #2 · answered by crys 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you love Harleys, then I suggest you totally ignore all of the "know-nothing," anti-Harley idiots who continually say things like, "it always breaks down" or "it leaks" and other crap like that. These clowns obviously know absolutely nothing about Harley, or the fact that they don't break down all the time and that their engines have been fluid-tight for more than ten years now.
Go with what you want and love. I strongly suggest you go down to your closest Harley dealer and sit on a few bikes. You'd be surprised at what will fit you.
I would NOT recommend a Sportster as a first bike, because they're a bit top-heavy which can be tough for a newbie to handle. Then again, I've known people who have bought them as "first bikes" and had no trouble, so again - it's up to you and what you can handle.
Go see for yourself!
2007-03-27 04:23:44 · answer #3 · answered by Team Chief 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a Lowrider and it has a 26" seat heighth.It is not a stock seat.You can ride any Harley you want with a few changes,they are well balanced and easy to ride.Don't settle for any other brand or you will be totaly dissapointed.You don't have to go with a Sporster,any of the big twins will be fine.Good luck
2007-03-28 18:11:36 · answer #4 · answered by bill b 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a diehard hog owner and I would sugest you buy a 1200 sporster,if it's your first bike. If you are an experienced rider then you should go to your local dealer and sit a few rides to see what model fits you best.And remember it don't matter what your physical size is,but more so hows your balance,and do you feel comfortable with a larger bike.You might like a NIGHTTRAIN.
2007-03-27 03:50:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Harley Low. They were built and designed for a petite woman. Powerful enough to get you where you want to go...in style...yet, everything is arranged, so that when you sit on it, your legs aren't spread wide, and you can touch the ground without being on your toes.
2007-03-27 00:31:53 · answer #6 · answered by auditor4u2007 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a Honda Shadow it sits low and most women 4"11 - 5"3 can still stradle it. Get a used one and save up for a HD if you want a overpriced bike.
2007-03-27 00:57:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have you ridden one your self how much experience do you have, do you have motor bike on your license. Start with a 400 Honda rebel pass test on this one goes fast enough 70 mph. practice on it it will resell easy. then move up to a sporster 883-900 same thing. shocks are adjustable can be lowered to fit any one. Have fun ."1969 750 Norton "and no!- it's not for sale.
2007-03-26 17:44:29 · answer #8 · answered by 7.62x54 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think the Sportster is definately the bike for you, especially if you get a "Custom" which is lower. Also, Sporties are lighter than Dynas, Softtails, and Touring bikes.
2007-03-27 12:44:46 · answer #9 · answered by Chuck Z 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Another route you could go is a custom.
If you look at my bike on the 360, you'll see it's low (24 inch seat height), so pretty much anyone could flat foot (feet) it at a stop.
2007-03-27 01:51:35 · answer #10 · answered by strech 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋