1999 or 2000 FXR's Ok For Bigger Guys??
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I'm 6'1", 210lbs, and I doubt your legs are any longer than mine. My FXR is very comfortable, and don't have, nor want highway pegs. I prefer a traditional riding position on a motorcycle. I like my feet underneath me, so I can shift my weight around on the bike, if necessary. I feel like I don't have good control of the bike with my legs stretched out in front of me, and all my weight on my tailbone. It's a personal preference thing, and you're going to have to decide what is right for you.
Regarding the '99-2000 FXRs, you've got three different models there. There shouldn't be too much of a difference in the riding position between the three. The FXR2 is the only one that had a 21" laced front wheel...the FXR3 and 4 had 19" front wheels.
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Any big twin powered bike will fit you since there is an abundance of aftermarket parts such as handlebars, seats, controls, etc that will let you get it to your liking. The only mistake that big guys make is if they buy a vrod or sportster, and then, you still have some leeway there as well.
Obviously, you want to start with something that is as close to what fits you as possible.
Taller guys do better with forward controls while shorter guys do better with mids. Even within those two main categories, there are kits that move them more forward, rearward, inboard, or outboard. Floorboards work great for everyone, especially for people that have been riding a while because you can move your feet and legs around while riding instead of being locked into one position. I bought my Heritage on a whim. I had been most,y attracted to Softail custom with forward controls but decided to give this a try. Before buying it, I didn't quite get it when it came to forward controls, but after trying it, I found I liked it, especially on longer rides.
Obviously, you want to start with something that is as close to what fits you as possible.
Taller guys do better with forward controls while shorter guys do better with mids. Even within those two main categories, there are kits that move them more forward, rearward, inboard, or outboard. Floorboards work great for everyone, especially for people that have been riding a while because you can move your feet and legs around while riding instead of being locked into one position. I bought my Heritage on a whim. I had been most,y attracted to Softail custom with forward controls but decided to give this a try. Before buying it, I didn't quite get it when it came to forward controls, but after trying it, I found I liked it, especially on longer rides.
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Ditto. I'm 6'2" and my feet are on the highway pegs on any trip of any distance. Keep the mids though. They are what that bike is supposed to have.
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