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Xcdhrider · 05-26-2009, 07:20 PM

Hey guys, well I'm looking at the kawasaki ninja 250-500 as a starting bike. I'm a little worried about siZing... I stand at 6' 7" and I'm a little skeptical about if my size is a problem. I'm slender and tall basically... Have experience. Any recommendations or comments will be appreciated. Thank you

Dr_Sprocket · 05-26-2009, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Xcdhrider

Hey guys, well I'm looking at the kawasaki ninja 250-500 as a starting bike. I'm a little worried about siZing... I stand at 6' 7" and I'm a little skeptical about if my size is a problem. I'm slender and tall basically... Have experience. Any recommendations or comments will be appreciated. Thank you

I'm close to your size. For me, the Ninja 250 would be too tight for any decent length ride. I'd recommend the Ninja 500 or something like the KLR 650.

The_AirHawk · 05-26-2009, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr_Sprocket

I'm close to your size. For me, the Ninja 250 would be too tight for any decent length ride. I'd recommend the Ninja 500 or something like the KLR 650.

Though it's a bit closer to the ground, IIRC the lil' Ninja that could has more leg-space than it's double-displacement sibling. But, if you've really long arms, the 500 has the advantage, as there's more of a "reach" to the bars due to a funky long-ish tank.

Xcdhrider · 05-26-2009, 10:27 PM

Thanks a lot, I will look into the bike. Very much appreciated!

12er · 05-27-2009, 09:12 AM

I'm 6'6 and the KLR was the best bet to start on. Less power than the ninja 500, if it falls over you do very little damage and its got leg room. Just resist the urge to terrorize golf courses.

Xcdhrider · 05-27-2009, 06:06 PM

Yeah I'm looking for a sport or supersport. I just need something that can fit me. The ninja is nice but I am just wondering if any of them can fit me. 250 500 or 650.

newagetwotone · 05-27-2009, 07:42 PM

Ok. well. The sports and SS bikes are NOT Good to start on and NOT good for tall guys...Dual sports are you're best bet, like the KLR or the Suzuki 400.

Try looking at the KTM Duke series.

Xcdhrider · 05-27-2009, 10:16 PM

Ok will check em out

MadScientistMatt · 05-28-2009, 04:42 PM

The Suzuki DR400SM might be a good choice too. It's a supermotard rather than a supersport, but it's a very good fit for a tall rider.

It's a rare supersport to have tall rider friendly ergonomics. They have a high seat height, true, but it's often paired with a riding position more suited for a jockey.

Xcdhrider · 05-28-2009, 10:36 PM

Thanks will look

05-26-2009, 07:20 PM	#1
Xcdhrider Registered Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 6	Sizing... Hey guys, well I'm looking at the kawasaki ninja 250-500 as a starting bike. I'm a little worried about siZing... I stand at 6' 7" and I'm a little skeptical about if my size is a problem. I'm slender and tall basically... Have experience. Any recommendations or comments will be appreciated. Thank you

05-28-2009, 04:42 PM	#9
MadScientistMatt Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 130	The Suzuki DR400SM might be a good choice too. It's a supermotard rather than a supersport, but it's a very good fit for a tall rider. It's a rare supersport to have tall rider friendly ergonomics. They have a high seat height, true, but it's often paired with a riding position more suited for a jockey. __________________ Mad Scientist Matt 2005 GS500F http://madscientistmatt.blogspot.com

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05-26-2009, 10:27 PM	#4
Xcdhrider Registered Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 6	Thanks a lot, I will look into the bike. Very much appreciated!

05-27-2009, 09:12 AM	#5
12er Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: SF Posts: 2,702	I'm 6'6 and the KLR was the best bet to start on. Less power than the ninja 500, if it falls over you do very little damage and its got leg room. Just resist the urge to terrorize golf courses.

05-27-2009, 06:06 PM	#6
Xcdhrider Registered Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 6	Yeah I'm looking for a sport or supersport. I just need something that can fit me. The ninja is nice but I am just wondering if any of them can fit me. 250 500 or 650.

05-27-2009, 07:42 PM	#7
newagetwotone Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1,302	Ok. well. The sports and SS bikes are NOT Good to start on and NOT good for tall guys...Dual sports are you're best bet, like the KLR or the Suzuki 400. Try looking at the KTM Duke series.

05-27-2009, 10:16 PM	#8
Xcdhrider Registered Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 6	Ok will check em out

05-28-2009, 10:36 PM	#10
Xcdhrider Registered Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 6	Thanks will look