first time HD Touring
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2016
Posts: 504
Likes: 192
From: Atlanta
So....here’s the thing. Since I bought my SGS back in Oct 2018, I’ve been concerned that it was a bike too big. 5’7” 175. But everyday I ride it, I love it more and more.
Do I pay attention to where I park it and think about maneuverability in all situations.....YES. Am I resigned to the fact that it panic situations this 900 lb bike is going to go where it wants, when it wants? YES
but here’s the deal.....this bike stops faster than any bike I’ve ever owned. The braking system is safer than anything I’ve ever owned. This bike is safe and awesome. Worry less.....enjoy more!!
Do I pay attention to where I park it and think about maneuverability in all situations.....YES. Am I resigned to the fact that it panic situations this 900 lb bike is going to go where it wants, when it wants? YES
but here’s the deal.....this bike stops faster than any bike I’ve ever owned. The braking system is safer than anything I’ve ever owned. This bike is safe and awesome. Worry less.....enjoy more!!
Road Master
Joined: Mar 2018
Posts: 963
Likes: 388
From: Indianapolis
100lb. women ride baggers. It's all about learning how to ride the bike.
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 1,456
Likes: 132
From: Deep South, Louisiana
Like I always say. Can you lift in the air the 500 lbs motorcycles you are use to riding? Do you know of any man that can hold in the air a 900 lbs motorcycles? No I can’t and don’t know any that can either. You are not holding 800-900 lbs in the air you are only keeping it balanced. When I am stopped I only have about 10 lbs of pressure on my left foot keeping it balance. I don’t have hundreds of pounds on my foot trying to keep it up. Once you get riding a big bike you will get use to it.
Tourer
Joined: May 2017
Posts: 443
Likes: 77
From: Xenia OH
Like I always say. Can you lift in the air the 500 lbs motorcycles you are use to riding? Do you know of any man that can hold in the air a 900 lbs motorcycles? No I cant and dont know any that can either. You are not holding 800-900 lbs in the air you are only keeping it balanced. When I am stopped I only have about 10 lbs of pressure on my left foot keeping it balance. I dont have hundreds of pounds on my foot trying to keep it up. Once you get riding a big bike you will get use to it.
This doesn't really apply once you're moving.
Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2017
Posts: 165
Likes: 16
From: Bowie MD
Hey I'm 5'10", 150lbs. I went from using two 500cc bikes, a Honda Rebel and Suzuki GSF to an '07 Road King. Love the RK and wouldn't go back to a lighter bike. You'll find that balance and everything that goes with the joy of riding transfer right over to the larger machine. I think the key for you is as you've been told, be able to flat foot the machine you test drive. Be aware of your surroundings during low speed maneuvers. Also learn the proper way to lift a 700+ lb bike 'casue the odds are you might tip over. Have fun!
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2015
Posts: 1,040
Likes: 203
From: Susanville CA
I am 5'8" and I ride a 2015 Ultra limited. its heavy but manageable. A road roadking or even street glide may be lighter. I however LOVE the bags as I tend to overpack.
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