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Old 07-11-2008, 03:19 AM
KrimzonKnight KrimzonKnight is offline
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Default Too tall for my bike?

Im 6' and 158 lbs and I just bought a kawi vulcan 500 about two weeks ago. I chose this bike because i read it was perfect for beginners and easy too handle. when i first sat on it at the dealership it felt alright. but now that ive had it awhile its starting top feel small. Am i too big for this bike or am i just getting used to it and naturaly wanting to upgrade( which i dont plan to do anytime soon cuz i bought the bike brand new). Neway what do u guys think?
i can handle it well. i mean my legs dont get in the way or nething, i just wanna know ifd look stupid.
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Old 07-11-2008, 03:22 AM
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Time to get out the Miracle Grow for vulcans...
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Old 07-11-2008, 03:50 AM
pamela R. pamela R. is offline
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your tall aND THIN i personally perfer short and thin but whatever.
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Old 07-11-2008, 03:50 AM
Hormazd Irani Hormazd Irani is offline
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All cruisers tend to make you look stupid, sooner or later. That is because the seating position of an individual at home and on a two wheeler should be different. However when you want to have the same seating position you have at home, on the bike too, it is asking for a bit too much. The laid back stance, feet forward, hands held high are actually far from ideal. You would have done well, to speak to a few owners before you took the plunge. The tail bone too tends to suffer on longer rides. Just grin and bear it friend. You could opt for a smaller handle bar, it might help matters. Also try to sit erect and confidently when riding. Posture and attitude will help you to carry it through. Good Luck.
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Old 07-11-2008, 03:52 AM
Firecracker Firecracker is offline
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I think you should take Tinkers advice, and try adjusting your position. It always takes me a while to get everything "just right".
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