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Thundurburd · 06-10-2009, 10:32 AM

I think you look fairly comfy on that bike already and that a larger frame might not be the answer. When the C109 was first delivered to the dealer I was talking about it with the shop owner. He's 6'-4" and said he thought the 109s were uncomfortably long even for him and he rides a Goldwing. Any of the bigger suzuki's would be a lousy fit for me, I'm only 5'-7" and they would need serious handlebar mods.

The new pullback risers I think are the best bet for now. Good luck and I hope you can get a better resolution to your problems.

GeorgiaRoller · 06-10-2009, 10:32 AM

Do you use your hwy pegs much? If you can position the hwy pegs down lower on the hwy bars you might be able to stretch out your legs straight and also that might allow your back to push up more firmly against your backrest.

But it's sounds like you've already tried about everything so far. Is that a Vulcan 1500?

tallannie · 06-10-2009, 10:45 AM

YEs...it is the 1500 vulcan classic. I read somewhere their newer designs have longer frames...LOL

I have tried about a dozen positions for my pegs and I use them a lot.. when I get the pegs low enough to be comfy, they become the first thing to scrape in a turn...lol, luckily I had em rotated so the peg 'folds up to the rear' instead of 'edge on' when they hit the asphalt or I am not sure what would have happened...!

It works best for me not have the legs fully extended out on the pegs...about a 120 deg angle from thigh to calf seems best..and I get that with my heels on the footboard and toes out on the peg.

I know !! I need a Lazy Boy chair on wheels !!!

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Originally Posted by GeorgiaRoller

Do you use your hwy pegs much? If you can position the hwy pegs down lower on the hwy bars you might be able to stretch out your legs straight and also that might allow your back to push up more firmly against your backrest.

But it's sounds like you've already tried about everything so far. Is that a Vulcan 1500?

Thundurburd · 06-10-2009, 11:01 AM

It just came to me that this is what you need. Sorry I couldn't find it in red.

**Trapper** · 06-10-2009, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by tallannie

yeah...ok... I guess after 58 years :

Don't worry, you'll start shrinking soon enough.

GeorgiaRoller · 06-10-2009, 11:27 AM

Does Kaw still make these!!!

diamond_jim · 06-10-2009, 11:31 AM

Nah, not too big. At least you fit it better than you did that ZX-11.

Wyldesoul · 06-10-2009, 11:40 AM

If you're wanting a lazy boy with wheels, definitely go for some form of a full on touring bike, rather than a classic cruiser.

Davecm203 · 06-10-2009, 04:46 PM

The bikes with the most room and an upright position would be an adventure tourer like a BMW R1200GS. One nice thing about them is that you can stand up on them easily. So, while approaching 1,000 miles in a day, you can stretch and give the but a break for a few secounds.

tallannie · 06-10-2009, 06:51 PM

Phbbbttttttttttt... true enough....but Phbbbbttttttttt

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Originally Posted by Trapper

Don't worry, you'll start shrinking soon enough.

diamond_jim · 06-10-2009, 07:23 PM

Hey, you should see my on the S40! If I break down somewhere, I can just pick the bike up and carry it to the nearest shop.

tricker · 06-10-2009, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by diamond_jim

Hey, you should see my on the S40! If I break down somewhere, I can just pick the bike up and carry it to the nearest shop.

I considered laughing till i remembered what your s40 looked like. I then shook my head. Sadly your serious.

diamond_jim · 06-10-2009, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by tricker

I considered laughing till i remembered what your s40 looked like. I then shook my head. Sadly your serious.

Ha ha. Here's the latest:

Just had it dyno'd this past week.

RAddiction · 06-10-2009, 10:05 PM

How about a chopper style bike like the new Raider...seems like its ergo's may be better for you....maybe?

Uncle B · 06-10-2009, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Water Warrior

Don't fret so much, if you are comfy and everything feels right you have the right bike under you.

Water Warrior · 06-10-2009, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by tallannie

my German friend just gave me his Yellowstone pix...and i was stunned at this shot of me on my ride.... I look too big for this bike to me...and my posture is much more leaned forward than I thought... my knees are too bent.... I am just TOO BIG...

Seriously, is this bike too small for me??

Just looking at your pic again. Maybe you are reaching too far forward. Different bars or pull backs might be a viable option that won't be as costly as trading bikes.

pugsly · 06-14-2009, 09:34 PM

just give me the bike iw ill no longer let you torture yourself

omegajim · 06-14-2009, 11:22 PM

it would appear your legs are a bit long for the bike; but that's nothing, I sat on a Moto guzi (california? I think that was the model ) and at 6 1" my knees almost banged into my jaw.

a full set of forward controls would appear to be in order.

apparently, they build these bikes for the average height of the home market; which would make it perfect for somebody about 5' 6".

tj1964 · 06-15-2009, 05:19 AM

I feel your pain Annie.... I'm 6'4" and looked at a lot of bikes before I found one that sort of fit me. I had to add riser spacers and I rotated the bars up a bit to make it fit me.

Aussie Steve · 06-15-2009, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by diamond_jim

Ha ha. Here's the latest:

Just had it dyno'd this past week.

Hay DJ I love that bare look....bigger motor for me but yours is just awsome!

06-10-2009, 10:32 AM	#21 (permalink)
Thundurburd Sit speling cheker Join Date: Jul 2007 Bike: 2007 Black S50 Location: Waukesha WI Posts: 1,818	I think you look fairly comfy on that bike already and that a larger frame might not be the answer. When the C109 was first delivered to the dealer I was talking about it with the shop owner. He's 6'-4" and said he thought the 109s were uncomfortably long even for him and he rides a Goldwing. Any of the bigger suzuki's would be a lousy fit for me, I'm only 5'-7" and they would need serious handlebar mods. The new pullback risers I think are the best bet for now. Good luck and I hope you can get a better resolution to your problems. __________________ Mike

06-10-2009, 10:32 AM	#22 (permalink)
GeorgiaRoller Leaned over, knee down Join Date: May 2008 Bike: Twisted 05 M-Fitty Location: Lurking in the shadows Posts: 4,648	Do you use your hwy pegs much? If you can position the hwy pegs down lower on the hwy bars you might be able to stretch out your legs straight and also that might allow your back to push up more firmly against your backrest. But it's sounds like you've already tried about everything so far. Is that a Vulcan 1500? __________________ Subscribe to TVGeorgiaRoller on YouTube.

06-10-2009, 11:01 AM	#24 (permalink)
Thundurburd Sit speling cheker Join Date: Jul 2007 Bike: 2007 Black S50 Location: Waukesha WI Posts: 1,818	It just came to me that this is what you need. Sorry I couldn't find it in red. __________________ Mike

06-10-2009, 11:27 AM	#26 (permalink)
GeorgiaRoller Leaned over, knee down Join Date: May 2008 Bike: Twisted 05 M-Fitty Location: Lurking in the shadows Posts: 4,648	Does Kaw still make these!!! Attached Thumbnails __________________ Subscribe to TVGeorgiaRoller on YouTube.

06-10-2009, 11:31 AM	#27 (permalink)
diamond_jim M-J Master Poster Join Date: Oct 2007 Bike: Thumper Location: North Alabama Posts: 3,813	Nah, not too big. At least you fit it better than you did that ZX-11. __________________

06-10-2009, 11:40 AM	#28 (permalink)
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06-10-2009, 04:46 PM	#29 (permalink)
Davecm203 M-J Member of the Month!! Join Date: Apr 2008 Bike: 2006 GSXR750 Location: Central North Carolina Posts: 2,828	The bikes with the most room and an upright position would be an adventure tourer like a BMW R1200GS. One nice thing about them is that you can stand up on them easily. So, while approaching 1,000 miles in a day, you can stretch and give the but a break for a few secounds. __________________

06-10-2009, 07:23 PM	#31 (permalink)
diamond_jim M-J Master Poster Join Date: Oct 2007 Bike: Thumper Location: North Alabama Posts: 3,813	Hey, you should see my on the S40! If I break down somewhere, I can just pick the bike up and carry it to the nearest shop. __________________

06-10-2009, 10:05 PM	#34 (permalink)
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06-14-2009, 09:34 PM	#37 (permalink)
pugsly Third gear and cruising Join Date: Oct 2008 Bike: 2007 Yamaha 650 Classic Raven Paint Scheme Location: southeastern ky Posts: 505	just give me the bike iw ill no longer let you torture yourself __________________ Maybe, just once, someone will call me 'sir' without adding, 'you're making a scene

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omegajim M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: Jan 2007 Bike: 1980 Yamaha XS850 Location: Washington County, WI Posts: 10,401	it would appear your legs are a bit long for the bike; but that's nothing, I sat on a Moto guzi (california? I think that was the model ) and at 6 1" my knees almost banged into my jaw. a full set of forward controls would appear to be in order. apparently, they build these bikes for the average height of the home market; which would make it perfect for somebody about 5' 6". __________________ "FREE TIBET!"* With purchase of one Tibet of equal or greater value. "I have a driver's license. It doesn't mean I show up at the Indy 500 with my morgan." Ducky- NCIS and until very recently, we were Wisconsin Tourism Federation ----- no really.

06-15-2009, 05:19 AM	#39 (permalink)
tj1964 Found second gear by accident Join Date: Dec 2008 Bike: 2007 Suzuki C90 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 348	I feel your pain Annie.... I'm 6'4" and looked at a lot of bikes before I found one that sort of fit me. I had to add riser spacers and I rotated the bars up a bit to make it fit me. __________________ TJ

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