Tall GS500 Riders

[haks19]

I am 6'5" and about 250 lbs. Simply put, is the GS500 too small for my frame???

[the mole]

I'm 6'2" and find it comfortable.

[bkrtim]

6'1" and about 250. It seems to fit me, but just barely.

[murf425]

I'm 6'5", 240, with a 36' inseam, and I ride it just fine. I look goofy as hell, but that's not a big deal...or the bike's fault.

[rger8]

I'm 5-8" and took it on a 280 mile ride last saturday. My legs were killing me from being crunched up. I sure wish the pegs were more forward and a couple inches lower. Maybe I need a cruiser, not I cant imagine like a 32" inseam or longer and riding this thing! Although it did perform flawlessly, 65 mpg!

[skirecs]

6'3" and 200, it gets a little uncomfortable after an hour, my frame is just to big

that said i have gone on 3 hour journeys before...

[ohgood]

I'm 5-8" and took it on a 280 mile ride last saturday. My legs were killing me from being crunched up. I sure wish the pegs were more forward and a couple inches lower. Maybe I need a cruiser, not I cant imagine like a 32" inseam or longer and riding this thing! Although it did perform flawlessly, 65 mpg!

cruisers were not built for big guys. you want a standard, maybe an ADV tourer type. look at the concours, ktm 990, bmw 1200gs, that kinda bike. sure they're heavy, incapable off road, and wayyyyy over priced, but we're big peeps. we need it.

[Unsane]

I am 6"6 and 120kg (264 pounds) and yes, it does affect my 0-100 times but I'm still comfortable on long rides

[Toogoofy317]

Granted I'm only 5'8" but I'm all legs too!. Got 33" inseam. I know I'm in between sizes! But, only have problems after 3+ hours of riding and most of that was in traffic!

mary

[bill14224]

I am 6'5" and about 250 lbs. Simply put, is the GS500 too small for my frame???

I would think so.  I'm 5'9" with a 30" inseam and the GS fits me fine but there is no extra legroom.  I agree with Ohgood, but he left out the CB900, another bike you might love.  They made it up to about 5 years ago.  If you want a tall bike that's cheap check out the KLR650 is you don't mind dual-purpose bikes.

[mister]

Bill is correct with the CB900 (Honda 919 / Hornet 900). Quite similar to the GS500 in terms of overall ergonomics and handling, but more leg room and more comfy. See review / write-up of bike here
http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=52805.msg620464#msg620464

Michael

[Baldwintpenguin]

i'm 200lbs and 6ft, not quite a tall rider compared to the rest, but my legs get slightly cramped the first 20 min of riding then it goes away, may be due to the fact I never stretch or exercise haha

Size wise the GS is fine though!

[mister]

On longer rides, the key to not cramping legs is to Move them, while riding, Before they start to cramp.

- Move your knees in and out.
- Put your toes on the pegs and raise your heel
- Put your heel on the pegs and point your toes down as well as up as high as you can get them
- Alternate stretching your leg fully forward
- Put your feet on the pillion pegs (this requires some practice but can be done while on the go)

Gradually build up your riding time. If you've never done a 90 minute stint the first time will be uncomfortable. Do a few 45 minute rides, then a few hour rides then a few 75 minute rides. Then once your body can do those, head up to 90 minutes before stopping. Your body will now be Used to the longer time frame and you'll feel less fatigued.

Also, drink Plenty of water before you ride.

Michael