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sdo1 L Plate Warrior
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stinkwheel Bovine Proctologist
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They're the size of a full sized motorbike basically. My next door neighbour has one, he's average sized and doesn't have an issue. You won't have a problem getting on one, or looking like you're riding a toy.
Given that the 2 stroke enduro 125s (DT/KMX) aren't really available anymore (or are ridiculously priced), if you're a big guy, they're probably the most suitable 125. Well made, although they're all getting old now and there are some heaps around for sale. Pricey too for what you're getting really, but they hold their value.
But if I was just starting out now (I'm 6'4), I'd probably end up getting a Varadero. ____________________ Current - '94 VFR750FR, '00 VFR800FI Previous - '10 Street Triple R, '92 MZ ETZ301, '05 TTR250, NSR125R, KMX125, "Honda" Win (chinese copy of an old Honda design with a C90 engine)
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stinkwheel Bovine Proctologist
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The size of the bike isn't all that important anyway. My mate is 6'7" and he rode a C90 round for years.
I'm 6'1" and if I was in the market for a newer 125, I'd probably get a grom because they are cool. Or a super cub if I was feeling spendy. ____________________ “Rule one: Always stick around for one more drink. That's when things happen. That's when you find out everything you want to know.”
I did the 2010 Round Britain Rally on my 350 Bullet. 89 landmarks, 3 months, 9,500 miles. |
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stinkwheel wrote: | The size of the bike isn't all that important anyway. My mate is 6'7" and he rode a C90 round for years. |
Oh it really isn't, I love little bikes, I quite fancy an Innova for messing about on, and the flightiness of little bikes is fun when you've been riding for a bit. But it is true that bigger bikes feel more stable and planted which is a positive when you're learning, and (despite the cc) the Varadero does have that big bike feel. ____________________ Current - '94 VFR750FR, '00 VFR800FI Previous - '10 Street Triple R, '92 MZ ETZ301, '05 TTR250, NSR125R, KMX125, "Honda" Win (chinese copy of an old Honda design with a C90 engine)
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Jmoan Brolly Dolly
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https://cycle-ergo.com/ is the website where you can put a dummy on a bike to get a rough idea of the size. |
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 2 years, 221 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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