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krad_nz
10th May 2006, 17:37
Hi everyone. First post :gob:

Anway, been looking at getting a first bike. Don't won't a GN250 btw :P

Keen on a 250 cruiser to get to and from work but they all seem to have very low seat heights.

Seen mention of 5ft nothing people find Virago's comfortable which I guess means I would find it cramped. Shame that.

Are there any tall guys or girls out there on a 250 cruiser?

crashe
10th May 2006, 17:43
Welcome....

Yep I ride a Virago 250 cruiser and yes you are correct they are great for us shorties..


But in saying that I have seen some tall guys riding them as well..


I guess the best bet is to go into the bike shops and sit on all the 250 cruisers.

Yamaha Virago cruiser 250

Yamaha have another cruiser and it is bigger than the Virago..

Honda Rebel 250 - has a wider seat and the air filter boxes stick out heaps, so may help with your leg length..

Suzuki's Intruder cruiser's....

Kawasaki cruisers.


I have seen a bigger 250 Kawasaki cruiser out there..

krad_nz
10th May 2006, 18:02
Yeah, you're right. I should go 'seat test' some bikes. :yes:

Waylander
10th May 2006, 18:07
You'll find damn near all 250 bikes cramped mate. Just have to deal with it till your full. Or modify it.:blip:

crashe
10th May 2006, 18:11
Let us know how you get on with all the different 250 cruisers.




I know that there is a brand new Virago sitting in
Henderson motorbikes in View Rd, Henderson at the moment.

krad_nz
10th May 2006, 18:40
Ooo, interesting :)
I'll have to spend a day at the various bike shops around Auckland. What a chore ;)

Found this just now, 250cc cruiser review. (http://www.motorcyclecruiser.com/roadtests/250cc_cruiser_comparison/)

Sounds like a Virago or Alphasport, aka Hyosung GV250 are the way to go. Not sure that I'm a fan of the GV250's flared wheel guards. Might be a Virago for me. Better get my learners first, then test ride them :)

SwanTiger
10th May 2006, 18:45
If you're 6"2 which is around my height you're way to big for any 250cc Cruiser. The only 250 that fits my size is the GT 250.

However if you do decide to buy one of the two, I'd suggest the Hyosung GV250 and have the pegs exstended and the rear suspension adjusted to suite your weight.

limbimtimwim
10th May 2006, 18:45
Are there any tall guys or girls out there on a 250 cruiser?Hmm. I must have crashe disease. I chime in with the same thing all the time when people ask this question. The 1998 onwards Honda VTR250 isn't a cruiser, but isn't nasty to tall people. I had a workmate who was about the same height as you, and he didn't look too uncomfortable on it. The earlier VT250 Spada and VTZ are quite low. The Suzuki Bandit 250 might work for you, but is a 4 cylinder and might not be so nice to 'cruise' on. Honda CB250? The Yamaha SR(n)250 group of bikes may be okay too. The Hyosung 250GT Comet thingamy might also fit you. A dual purpose (As is road and off-road) might suit you quite well.

No, not cruisers, but you don't have to lean forward too much either. Yes, the 250 cruisers are stupid small.

crashe
10th May 2006, 18:48
That link aint working......... trying to work now ......ok working now.. damn dial up.


Bike shops:

Henderson Motorbikes: View Rd , Henderson.
Chat to Adam (Yamaha dealer)

Mt Eden Bikes: Crner Mt Eden and Boston Rd, Mt Eden.
Chat with Mike or Chris

Colemans Suzuki: Crner K' Rd and Grundy St, Auckland.
Chat to Dallas (KB Sarge)

AMPS: Kyber Pass, Auckland.
Chat to KB Lou (in accessories) and he will take you over to chat to one of the sales reps.

Red Baron: 299-305 Gt Noth Rd, Grey Lynn

Holeshot Motorcycles: 65 Barrys Point Rd, Takapuna

The other Honda m/bike shop next door to Holeshot - Can't remember their name.

Honda at Botany: address ????????

krad_nz
10th May 2006, 18:57
Yeah I know a Bandit would be sweet. Quite like them too actually, but really trying to focus on a Cruiser.

That link works fine for me. Even tried it in a different web browser incase it was reading from cache somehow.

Honda Botany is about 5mins walk away off Burswood Drive :P

ZeroIndex
10th May 2006, 19:01
Hyosung brought out the GV250 Aquila (250cc Cruiser).. it's around the $6000 mark.. try checking that out.. um, not sure on bike shops in auckland, but they might have them at the one that sells Kawasakis

*Edit.. didn't see the above post about the GV250.. 6'2" and you can't fit on a 250? I'm 6'4" and I manage..

Colapop
10th May 2006, 20:36
Any particular reason you are looking at a cruiser? Have you ridden any bikes before? Try before you buy is the biggest thing. AFTER you get your learners. While you're at it try a few other bike styles.

I'm 6'4" and I haven't bothered trying to fit a 250 that I'll only get rid of in less than a year.

MidnightMike
10th May 2006, 20:45
Id have to say go with a hyosung gt250, im 6 foot 5 and all legs :violin: and i find it hard to ride or even sit on a 250cc bike. Heres a pic of the hyosung, start at around 6k i think, they should be fine for you.

Colapop
10th May 2006, 21:17
he did say 'cruiser'...
Hyosung make this - GV250

Mr. Peanut
10th May 2006, 21:23
Maybe he is a fuller bodied chap who might feel a little self concious on a normal style bike? I'm 6"2 + and i fit on an NSR!

I'd get the GT250. 250's dont cruise!

MidnightMike
10th May 2006, 21:24
he did say 'cruiser'...
Hyosung make this - GV250

Yes well he also wanted leg room which he will get more of on the gt250 than on your suggesion. :p

Colapop
10th May 2006, 21:25
No doubt, but I was just going on what he said.... And my wife says I don't listen.

krad_nz
10th May 2006, 21:50
Haha, you guys make me laugh :)

I havn't tried any bikes really. So thats a good point, just going by looks and personal preference. I havn't said that I've found it difficult to fit on a bike yet, just that I'm interested to know what 250 cruisers us taller people ride.

I'm a fairly skinny 6'2" so the weight/bulk issue doesn't really apply. Just all arms and legs, hah.

Sat on a Honda Hornet 250. Thats a nice 250, lots of room :gob: but not a cruiser.

Starting to wonder if I should spend my learner time on a more spacious bike like a Hornet, Bandit, GT250 etc and then get a big cruiser later. Who knows, I may fall in love with the naked's :)

Colapop
10th May 2006, 21:53
Try reading this (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=26572) if you haven't already. Then go and see Dallas at Colemans. And ride a few (the best thing you can do) you'll soon know.

crash harry
10th May 2006, 22:02
Hey Chris, had to drop in on your thread ;)
Glad you finally made it onto the site! This is a BIG thing - got me into the crusiers section... not easy to do...

Anyway, is it just me or does this thing (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=56178545&key=408563) look mint for a 250?

Is that the bigger yammie crusier you were talking about Crashe??

Waylander
10th May 2006, 22:18
That would be the 250 V-star Crash harry. It is biggger than most other 250 cruisers aswell and being a v-twin it'll have more torque than the inline twins. More managable on the motorway aswell without struggling to keep up to speed limit.

ZeroIndex
10th May 2006, 22:55
That would be the 250 V-star Crash harry. It is biggger than most other 250 cruisers aswell and being a v-twin it'll have more torque than the inline twins. More managable on the motorway aswell without struggling to keep up to speed limit.
I gotta second that.. I had a look at a 250 V-Star while waiting for my clutch cable to get fixed.. I'm not quite a cruiser person, but it is a beauty.. and a big one at that :)

krad_nz
11th May 2006, 08:57
Thats a beauty :gob:

Hmmm. I'll do some more reseach but so far thats at the top of my list.

Cheers guys.

The_Dover
11th May 2006, 09:21
Fuck the V-Star.

All these people and no one has mentioned the Honda Magna VT250C???

It is a 250 v-twin in a large frame, bags of torque and will cruise at 140. Better looking than any other 250 cruiser as well.

http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/honda_magna_250_2002.php

Finn
11th May 2006, 16:07
I was going to post what Dover said. My neighbour has a Madna 250 and I've ridden it a couple of times. It's perfect for you.

You'd think it was at least a 600+.

And it's a Honda so you cant go wrong.

The_Dover
11th May 2006, 16:18
I didn't want to point out that it was a Honda as it is a decent 250.

Mind you, it is slow as fuck.

krad_nz
11th May 2006, 18:24
Thats a nice looking bike. Bet they're expensive!

I've never come accross one for sale. Anyone seen any around for sale?

Slow as fuck? beggers can't be choosers :P

crashe
11th May 2006, 18:41
Crash-Harry - Yep thats the one that Waylander is talking about...

krad_nz
11th May 2006, 19:15
Found this post on another site (http://netrider.net.au/forums/viewtopic.php?p=113908).

1) 2000-2004 Kawasaki VN250 Eliminator
On par in size with the Honda V25 / VT250C, its the 250 you ride when you wanna look like you're riding a bigger bike, and with its 6 speed transmission and well thought out gear ratios, this 250 liquid cooled Vtwin and comfy huge low seat, this could possibly see touring duties quite comfortably. I looked at a couple, a 2000 model for $5000 and a 2002 model for $6500.....Looks cool! Shovelhead's learner cruiser rating: 8.5/10
Google Search field: kawasaki VN250 eliminator
Cheaper option: kawasaki EL250 eliminator (slightly smaller size and wheelbase compared to VN250)


2) 1994 - 1998 Honda V25 Custom / VT250C
*Censored* awesome looking bike. Modern day chopper type design with alloy wheels, longish rake, sound Honda 250 Vtwin, liquid cooled, widish rear tyre (for a 250 cruiser) decent amounts of chrome and a sweet paint job make this a must get for people who are after a 250 cruiser. The size will make people think its a 400 or 600, but the 250 has the right gearing to show a virago where to go. My first choice, if I was seeking a cruiser. This thing looks as cool as a VRod!! I recentley saw one on bikesales.com for $3490, it was a 1994 model. They are usually in the $5000 range...well worth it!!! Shovelhead's learner cruiser rating: 9.5/10
Google Search field: honda VT250C
Cheaper alternative: honda TA200 Shadow / Rebel alot smaller than the VT250C

3) 2004 Yamaha V-star XVS250
Slightly larger than the older Virago 250s of the 90's this beast has cafe street cruiser looks that will make people definately get distracted while talking to people sipping coffees... Tons of chrome and that nice black finish. Harley clone looks but this baby has its own sweet look built up by yamahas sweet cruisers of the past.. Definately maintains its great reputation. Strong 250 Vtwin will last for ages before needing a replacement. A wee bit smaller than the awesome XVS 650 Vstar (basically the Dragstar from the 90's)
The early and late 90's Virago 250s are a tiny bit smaller, but offer the best value for money out of all the 250 cruisers due to their cheap running costs, widely available spares, and cheaper purchase prices than the other 250s, some Viragos can be had for as little as $1800 while decent examples can be had for $2500-$3000 depending on the year / condition. But for a Vstar, it may set you back about $4000-$5000
Shovelhead's learner cruiser rating: 8/10
Google Search field: yamaha XVS250 V-Star (virago XV250 for older models)
Cheaper alternative: 90's Yamaha Virago XV250

Interesting read.

No ones mentioned the Kawasaki VN250 Eliminator yet, I like. 6 speed too.

Looks like there are definetly more options than I thought :)

Ixion
11th May 2006, 20:28
There is (or was recently and I assume still) one of those VN250 things parks in Aotea Centre car park each day.Black one. Impressive. I had to read the rego label to convince myself it was only a 250. I'd have taken it for a 750. Not into crusiers m'self (note correct spelling incidently ), but that Kawa was a nice looking lump of chrome.

krad_nz
11th May 2006, 21:35
Hmmm interesting. Certainly sounds like its a nice looking bike then.

Crusier (http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=crusier) is incorrect spelling if thats what you were refering to?

Ixion
11th May 2006, 21:39
Nope, crusier is correct spelling. Like sprotsbike prak and gargre.

Thou hast much yet to learn

Scorpygirl
11th May 2006, 21:42
Hmmm interesting. Certainly sounds like its a nice looking bike then.

Crusier (http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=crusier) is incorrect spelling if thats what you were refering to?

Ewes get ta git wid da lingo!!!! :blip:

krad_nz
11th May 2006, 21:57
Are you trying to tell me that the internet is wrong? :gob: :second:

Ixion
11th May 2006, 21:59
Wrong is the new right.

crashe
11th May 2006, 22:48
Nope, crusier is correct spelling. Like sprotsbike prak and gargre.

Thou hast much yet to learn



Krad_nz this is KB spelling...

crusier = cruiser
sprotbike = sportbike
prak = park
gargre = garage

Plus there are many more KB words spelt the special KB way.

Ixion
11th May 2006, 22:56
Yup. A Kiwibiker praks his sprotbike in the gargre next to the crusier.

Oh, Sk8r_Boi what a debt we owe you.

Ixion
11th May 2006, 22:57
Wrong is the new right.

Actually I should probably say, WorngA is the new right

Waylander
12th May 2006, 11:59
Magna would also be a good one. (oh shit I'm agreeing with dover.....)

The eliminator is smaller than the others I think so may not suite you. Have a look if you can find one. Heaps of inline twins but the v-twin version is rare.

R1madness
12th May 2006, 13:08
What about a HONDA MAGNA 250. (long and low like a HD VROD.) I have one comming in about 2 weeks (just sold the one i had in stock) should retail for about $5300. Freight to Auckland is easy to arrange.
email me if you want a pic.
regards
Ian
Just Motorcycles
165 Bowhill Rd
New Brighton
Christchurch
03 9823665 or 021 1876987
Email ian.templeton@paradise.net.nz

PaddyFZ1
12th May 2006, 13:21
My boss bought a V Star last year. When i saw it parked up outside work i thought it was alot bigger than a 250. Had plenty of room on it(im a large 6 ft). Only thing i didnt like was the fact everything was rubber mounted, including the bars, feels quite weird when you can move the bars, with nothing else moving.

Drum
12th May 2006, 13:35
My EL250 always gets mistaken for a 600cc+. Ive had it up to $130 with a 95kg rider, so not bad for a 2fiddie. Still had a bit left in it too.

Im 5' 10" and can sit with flat feet on the ground - so may be too small for you.

Theres an EL250 and VN250 on Tardme at the mo.

krad_nz
13th May 2006, 17:12
Cheers everyone.

I've learnt a lot in this thread. KB appears to be one big in joke, but I'm getting there :P

Kawasaki VN250 is pretty much the only 6spd in the 250 cruiser bunch from what I can tell. I also think its the most powerful?

Anyway, better go get my learners asap. Just revising the biker road code etc.

NhuanH
13th May 2006, 17:23
KB appears to be one big in joke
another typo? did you mean KB is one big in-breeding?

For a bike for you, my vote goes to Crash's steady supply of Viagra

Rathelm
3rd June 2006, 10:07
Hi,

about the Hyosung GV250 - you enquired about mine...

Still a head turner, and I haven't yet had any of the problems my colleagues at work have had with cage drivers - maybe a solid bloke in black on a cruiser is intimidating!

I've done over 2000k (500k per month). Easy to get up to 100, a lot more effort/patience to get it much higher, but there are still plenty of rev range (power band up to 9-10,000, and I usually don't take it above 8,000 - run-in habits I suppose) - you could cruise on the flat at 110, and I've had it to 120. Still - got to be better than a Suzuki GT. I'm 5'10, 100kgs, though not too long in the leg. The riding position is comfortable, no excessive vibrations. Regrding tall people - you'll just have to try it. I can put both feet down flat while seated.

I bought a very nice jacket and saddlebags inexpensively from trademe (Auckland dealer for Shoo), and the bags bungy on (make up a plastic bungy set, not the metal catches) and look cool. Handles well, comfy to ride, easy controls, finding first/neutral can be a bit dodgy at times (though I'm told that may correct itself during wear-in - yeah right!). Fuel gauge none too accurate at the top end, and the trip odo is very useful. Around 22kpl, but its running a little rich at the moment.

I don't know how standard it is - but every service needs a valve adjustment - and thats $200.

Its been off the road for 4 weeks - rear wheel bearing collapsed and several parts needed. Apparently unusual. Dealer/distributor not very co-operative (I couldn't put it in for repairs at the dealer I brought it at, and that made a BIG difference.) Despite how the Wellington dealers says they have very few needing repairs, I keep hearing stories of how people have had them into the shop several times already.

There's a problem with a flat spot just under 6000rpm- which apparently is fixed by cutting the green wire to the CDI (in the US they've been replacing the CDI, but apparently there are about 5 different models....). Its a bit of a pain, but not dangerous.

My real purchase choice was this or a Savage 650. Reliability will be the answer, and not looking good so far - but only one real, unique, problem.

Hope this helps!

NumptyBoy
15th June 2006, 19:24
I'm 6'2" and I've been riding a 250 Magna for a couple of years. It's not the quickest machine around but if it's just short term and you want it for commuting then it's great. It looks good and it's pretty fuel friendly too. It's pretty good comfortwise, too, if you want to travel between cities- I rode mine from Madrid to Amsterdam over two days and was still able to party when I got there.

diggydog
17th June 2006, 16:39
Hi everyone. First post :gob:

Anway, been looking at getting a first bike. Don't won't a GN250 btw :P

Keen on a 250 cruiser to get to and from work but they all seem to have very low seat heights.

Seen mention of 5ft nothing people find Virago's comfortable which I guess means I would find it cramped. Shame that.

Are there any tall guys or girls out there on a 250 cruiser?
I think you'd feel pretty small on my bike as the height is 700mm and my height is 5"6" and my feet are just flat on the road.:gob: :blip:

damo
12th September 2006, 16:41
I'm 6ft, 95/100kgs and got myself a Intruder 250cc V Twin Suzuki. Really enjoying riding it, turns a few heads and invariably I get asked questions about it when I park it up in the city

That honda Magna is the only other bike I have seen Cruiser style that I think has it over the intruder in the looks dept. Its got some good lines that bike.

andrea
12th September 2006, 16:43
Hi everyone. First post :gob:

Anway, been looking at getting a first bike. Don't won't a GN250 btw :P

Keen on a 250 cruiser to get to and from work but they all seem to have very low seat heights.

Seen mention of 5ft nothing people find Virago's comfortable which I guess means I would find it cramped. Shame that.

Are there any tall guys or girls out there on a 250 cruiser?

what bout the hyosung aquilas or something, umm have u checked those out

andrea
12th September 2006, 16:50
Fuck the V-Star.

All these people and no one has mentioned the Honda Magna VT250C???

It is a 250 v-twin in a large frame, bags of torque and will cruise at 140. Better looking than any other 250 cruiser as well.

http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/honda_magna_250_2002.php

hey shit yeah thats a nice looking bike

07fatboy
12th September 2006, 18:40
hey shit yeah thats a nice looking bike

i cant upload pic of my daughters bike in the background which is a vt250c 01 model ,i am 6ft 2 as well and find it ok to ride around town and hums at 140,the 1 in the fore ground is Mrs bank Managers bike which could do with forward controls but hums at 160 this is an 06 model

Mr. Peanut
12th September 2006, 19:29
This thread is pretty old :mellow:

andrea
12th September 2006, 23:02
This thread is pretty old :mellow:

hey fark yeah it is too,

andrea
12th September 2006, 23:03
i cant upload pic of my daughters bike in the background which is a vt250c 01 model ,i am 6ft 2 as well and find it ok to ride around town and hums at 140,the 1 in the fore ground is Mrs bank Managers bike which could do with forward controls but hums at 160 this is an 06 model

yeah primo bikes man:yes:

Rookie Rider
10th August 2008, 10:25
Hi folks, just joined on to this.So here goes. I am 6ft 2, never ridden in my life, I have just bought a virago 250. (Mid life crisis). My target was a Cruiser so targeted the Virago. I am 95kgs and although my legs do fold abit. not quite straight I have found the bike a dream to ride. I love my baby. Making it easier for me was that this is my first bike so really dont know any different anyway!!!!::2thumbsup

Rookie Rider
10th August 2008, 10:36
OOps, sorry, did not look at date :lol:

noorupinder
13th September 2011, 11:17
hey every one...
I am 6.2'' ..I have got a 94 magna.. and before I did took a test drive of an aquila 250.. aquila's are decent bikes but magna is totally more stylish than hyosung.. they are longer than aquila and about same height as aquila. sounds better than aquila and look more manly then them as well... hope it helps...
but then hey!! its my thinking ..
thanks..
Aslo if anyone can help me where to find the slash cut straight exhaust pipes for magna????

The Lone Rider
13th September 2011, 16:36
hey every one...
I am 6.2'' ..I have got a 94 magna.. and before I did took a test drive of an aquila 250.. aquila's are decent bikes but magna is totally more stylish than hyosung.. they are longer than aquila and about same height as aquila. sounds better than aquila and look more manly then them as well... hope it helps...
but then hey!! its my thinking ..
thanks..
Aslo if anyone can help me where to find the slash cut straight exhaust pipes for magna????

Putting slash cuts of any form on a 250 Magna will greatly reduce the top speed, even if you are running fairly restrictive baffling.

You can't "find" some for a 250 Magna. You can only make some. The header pipe goes under the bike and stops there. The stock muffler comes out at an angle. If you want straight slash cuts, you will need to build them. Either a full set, or short slip ons.

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bluebird
13th September 2011, 21:58
I had a Honda VT250C and no way would it cruise at 140! like one post said. They are beautifully built but heavy for a 250, my choice would be the Hyosung or what about a Bandit 250 and change the bars.