Too Big?
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Joined: Nov 2009
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From: Raleigh NC
I'm 5'11" 185 and fit fine on my Fat Bob. Only issue I could see is if it had foward controls or not. If your inseam is less than 32" the forward controls might be uncomfortable after a short ride.
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Use the advice & sit on em...too big...absosutely not! Remember more than likely you're gonna get different bars & a seat to personalize your scoot anyways so if ya think you're too tall, go with a seat that sets ya back a bit & bars that don't pull back or whatever ya need to do! Don't think it'll be an issue at all!
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Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Pace,Florida
I was told I look "large" on my current HD a XLR 1200.Sorta a vanity thing I suppose.............
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Joined: Dec 2009
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From: Chadds Ford, Pa.
Height and weight seem pretty normal. If your ht/wt were extreme, say 4'11" or 6'11" and 90lbs or 390lbs you would probably have a lot more issues.
What are you riding now? You may find a different model more comfortable. Advice about sitting on a buch of bikes is good.
What are you riding now? You may find a different model more comfortable. Advice about sitting on a buch of bikes is good.
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From: Chadds Ford, Pa.
Screw "SITTING" on a bunch, go test ride 'em. When I was shopping, just about evey bike at the dealer felt ok sitting in the showroom, it wasn't till after I rode some of them I was able to tell the differences. BTW, I'm 5'11", 195, 32" inseam and the street glide fits me fine, went with a Fat Bob this time around though
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Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Pace,Florida
Thanks,getting the funds together now,looking for a Super Glide 08-9.Black.Gonna trade or sell my XLR and add the rest.This bike will have to see me into my twilight years and I'm 61.God,I love to ride.....................