6 feet tall, 275 Lbs...New rider, what bike to get?

[sangha]

Hi, I am a new rider (just got my M1) and have no idea on what bike to get. I have read a lot of great info on this site, but there is nothing in regards to someone of my size (6 feet, 275). Any information or help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[Shaman]

Six feet will fit most full-sized bikes, no problems there. You may find some supersport bikes too small. You didn't say what kind of bike you were interested in, but a first bike should be somewhere between 250cc and 500cc for most people, although I tend to move toward the larger of the two displacements.

If I was to make a suggestion, I'd suggest a GS500 as a good starting bike. It's not all that flashy, but they're fun to ride and have sufficient power to pull someone of your size in any situation.

Or, you might also consider something a little more sporting if that's your thing, and look at a SV650 (I'd favour the standard over the faired model) or a Ninja 650R. Stay away from new, clean bikes for your first bike... you will probably dump the bike at least once either at a standstill or at a slow speed while you're learning.

[sangha]

Thanks for the info!! I was looking at a 82 Yamaha Seca... again I know nothing about bikes, but this looked like something I would ride. Just don't know if it's a good fit.

[Tom_TTP]

Thanks for the info!! I was looking at a 82 Yamaha Seca... again I know nothing about bikes, but this looked like something I would ride. Just don't know if it's a good fit.

Just make a list of bike you want, get to a dealer and hop on it, bring ya girl, she will let you know man. My recommendation are the 250cc

Either Kawasaki 250r or this baby (which i have no idea when is it coming out)

http://www.bennche.com/product/Megelli_250r.htm

[azia]

My fiance is the same height/weight as you. Our first season he rode my 08 Ninja 250. Granted the ZR 7S he got second season fits him better and has more power but during the 1st season the 250 was definitely sufficient. Heck, we even two upped on that thing on the highway. It's a work horse.

If you DO have the funds, I would definitely suggest a GS500 or EX500 or if you find yourself very comfortable on the bike and not prone to doing stupid things like fly down the straightaways....a beginner-friendly 600 like the 650R / Er-6n from Kawi or FZ6R from Yamaha. Definitely visit all the major dealers so you can sit on bike of different size and makes.

[Bumbobee]

My dad picked up a 1984 Honda Sabre V65 last year for cheap and it is a nice/big bike to ride, it will fit you perfect. I'm exactly the same height and weight as you and I ride a V-Rod, it fits me nice.

[DemonPig]

Look at a Nighthawk 750 as well. It's a fairly large bike, very reliable and low maintenance with adequate power. You can find one cheap. There are plenty around.

[trevi]

If you want to ride a few trails and you like a tall bike, the suzuki drz 400s is a versatile bike (but not comfortable for long distances).

just sayin...I just feel good on a dual sport bike.

[CanadianTundraGuy]

Goldwing..

[ANDRASTA]

KATANA 600 or 750. Best starter bike I thought.

[pfbmgd]

Don`t waste your time with a 250 .At 275lbs you need a bike with a bit of pull .A GS 500 or a EX 500 are good choices .A Suzuki SV 6500 if you have the cash .It will last you a season or two .

[Krazy8888]

You can't go wrong with a Suzuki Boulevard M50 or C50, both bikes are bulletproof and beginner friendly.

[theusedone]

275lbs? Don't get a 250, it won't even make it up your driveway with you on it.

[Jhedi]

I agree with the last guy. I'm 6'6" and close to 300lbs. I got a 600, tho, thats not for everyone to start out on for sure. My buddy rides a ninja ex500 and is about exactly your size. He's had it for 4 yrs now and loves it. Unless I'm gunning mine, he has no problem keeping up to me on the 500. The one and only change he made to the bike is, he got rid of the OEM seat and bought a Corbin one. He says it made a huge difference in the comfort level for riding. Good luck and have fun.

[Gryphon]

Hi, I am a new rider (just got my M1) and have no idea on what bike to get. I have read a lot of great info on this site, but there is nothing in regards to someone of my size (6 feet, 275). Any information or help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Yo, how're those situps going?
Seriously, dude, I'm 6'3"" 220 and I'm fat (bad case of winterbelly).
Anyway, a Ninja250 is full-sized but I could see you better on a Ninja650 (also a twin).
Those bikes are very affordable, $6999-ish, and light and good on insurance.
The 650 Ninja twins are quite the bikes, overlooked by some folks...
They go like crazy, I was very impressed. Plenty of thrust.
BMW did the same thing, but 800cc (and twice the money).
No offense (about the situps thing) man I'm tryin' to do them myself,
Regards

[MassNutrition]

My first bike was a '98 Gixxer750. I was still bodybuilding and pushing 260lb back then at 6'1"... I'm not saying jump on a 750 right away, but it's a thought. It all depends on your comfort level. Good luck.

[sangha]

Thanks for all the help everybody!!

[bear22099]

Yo, how're those situps going?
Seriously, dude, I'm 6'3"" 220 and I'm fat (bad case of winterbelly).
Anyway, a Ninja250 is full-sized but I could see you better on a Ninja650 (also a twin).
Those bikes are very affordable, $6999-ish, and light and good on insurance.
The 650 Ninja twins are quite the bikes, overlooked by some folks...
They go like crazy, I was very impressed. Plenty of thrust.
BMW did the same thing, but 800cc (and twice the money).
No offense (about the situps thing) man I'm tryin' to do them myself,
Regards

Not everyone is rotund at 250 pounds. Before my back surgery 20 years ago (liked it so much I am going back for another in June), I was 6'1" and 250 pounds with a 34 inch waist. I had a 58" chest. No situps or workouts. After surgery I was 6' 1/2" though.

The OPs actual dimensions are something he needs to consider if he is concerned about how he looks on the bike. If he is short in the leg (less than a 33 inseam), he will be long in the body and he will look like a monkey having sex with a foot ball on most smaller displacement bikes. The Katana series would be best for that situation, they have a long wheelbase.

[oomis]

I would take a long look at a 650 V-Strom.

[nfq]

Not everyone is rotund at 250 pounds. Before my back surgery 20 years ago (liked it so much I am going back for another in June), I was 6'1" and 250 pounds with a 34 inch waist. I had a 58" chest. No situps or workouts. After surgery I was 6' 1/2" though.

The OPs actual dimensions are something he needs to consider if he is concerned about how he looks on the bike. If he is short in the leg (less than a 33 inseam), he will be long in the body and he will look like a monkey having sex with a foot ball on most smaller displacement bikes. The Katana series would be best for that situation, they have a long wheelbase.

I'm 6'2" 310lbs (thanks to Rugby...anywhoo) and found both the Katana and SV650s great bikes for us heavier folks. I had an SV and found it to be a great bike, lots of options/upgrades and that bike will go for days. If you've been driving for a while (see: comfortable on the road) and can control your throttle hand, go SV