Do my feet reach the ground?

[Bald Eagle]

Suzuki GS500: Seat Height: 790 m (31.1 in)


StoneY's missus had a sit on it and says it's lower than her 2fiddy.

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my lil duc aint too bad height wise,770cm.i'm 5'6"and flat foot easy enough.
i don't find the forward lean too hard at all.
mom, if i can get the forks sorted you are more than welcome to take it for a spin.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-291600530.htm

they are cheap as chips too.

[Mom]

Did you ever sit on YT's EX500?

What is the seat height of that?

Ducati Monsters have a nice low seat.

Funny you should say that, there is one on a watch list as I type

Just remember, my lovely, that good things come in small packages!

HI FIVE!!!

do both feet have to touch the ground?

Only on totally flat land, large cambers mean one foot will do...

As long as I dont have to get off the bike

Suzuki GS500: Seat Height: 790 m (31.1 in)
StoneY's missus had a sit on it and says it's lower than her 2fiddy.

790mm is taller than my current ride, and I am struggling with that. I am only little, I want a lower bike.

my lil duc aint too bad height wise,770cm.i'm 5'6"and flat foot easy enough.
i don't find the forward lean too hard at all.
mom, if i can get the forks sorted you are more than welcome to take it for a spin.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...-291600530.htm

they are cheap as chips too.

I am 5'2 and a tiny bit, if i breathe in and wear thick socks I can still attempt a sit on surely? Hmmmmmm be keen to try

[Edbear]

Why not pop in for lunch one day, you could bring something tasty, I can make the coffee and we could chew over a few options...

LOL!!! Actually the Ducati Monster is quite well spoken of by owners and testers around the world, I'd recommend trying one on for size.

[boman]

Ducati Monsters have a nice low seat.

Suzuki Gladius:

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I can Vouch for both of these. Tink sat on each of them. At 5'2" she was able to reach the ground reasonably comfortably.
The Gladius, can be picked up for around $12,000ish brand new. Scott at Mr Motorcycles has on in white and blue, I am sure he would do a deal on.

[Mom]

Why not pop in for lunch one day, you could bring something tasty, I can make the coffee and we could chew over a few options...

Now that is a bloody good idea. Pity your bike is too big for me. Mind you, I quite liked the set of it.

How do you manage foot boards though? I am a balls on pegs rider (difficult for some blokes I agree) myself, I am not sure I could handle flat footing it.

[hellokitty]

I would say go for a Ducati Monster - I was keen on a 400cc - I have short stubby legs and I sat happily on a 400 with bent knees. They are nice and light too.

You are more than welcome to have a go on my cruiser - the foot controls are only a little bit forward and the seat is nice and low.

[Mom]

I would say go for a Ducati Monster - I was keen on a 400cc - I have short stubby legs and I sat happily on a 400 with bent knees. They are nice and light too.

You are more than welcome to have a go on my cruiser - the foot controls are only a little bit forward and the seat is nice and low.

Love to have a sit on your lovely bike. What are you up to this weekend

[Latte]

Monster 400 makes 45 ish HP, I think you'd best be looking at the 600 (or even 800). Unless they start getting taller as the Capacity increases?

[Edbear]

Now that is a bloody good idea. Pity your bike is too big for me. Mind you, I quite liked the set of it.

How do you manage foot boards though? I am a balls on pegs rider (difficult for some blokes I agree) myself, I am not sure I could handle flat footing it.

Yeah, but I find it perfect for me. The footboards are great, I prefer them as you can shift your feet around and vary your position which makes longer rides more enjoyable. The C50T is noted for its roominess, especially for taller riders, but it may be a bit big for you. Same with the heel/toe shifter, unless I'm pressing on in the twisties, I always use the heel for upchanges. Some don't like them but I do.

You'd be welcome to pop in anytime...

Love to have a sit on your lovely bike. What are you up to this weekend

[Mom]

Monster 400 makes 45 ish HP, I think you'd best be looking at the 600 (or even 800). Unless they start getting taller as the Capacity increases?

I really dont want to go down in output for sure. The gearing on the Radian gives it a tiny little bit of stonk when you open the throttle, I would hate to lose that. Being able to open the throttle and overtake at highway speeds is important. I dont want to have to go back to building up speed before I can get past something for sure. Have to go look at the specs for the bigger cc Ducatis. They leak oil though dont they?

[Mom]

I always use the heel for upchanges. Some don't like them but I do.

Knowing my skills I would get confused and down change with my toe and end up in all sorts of trouble Mind you I would be able to put my feet on the ground. As you say, it is what fits you and what you get used to. A bit like a reverse race change pattern. Always good for a giggle when you get them wrong

[MadDuck]

I am 5'2 and a tiny bit, if i breathe in and wear thick socks

You made me seek out my manual. Seat height on the tractor is 668 (26.3in) with an 81.6kg rider - but I aint anywhere near that fat.

HP is not mentioned anywhere. I really dont know why.

[MIXONE]

Monster 400 makes 45 ish HP, I think you'd best be looking at the 600 (or even 800). Unless they start getting taller as the Capacity increases?

My M750 only puts out about 70 hp but at under 180kg that is plenty enough to pass cars on the open road.I'm not the tallest tree in the forest but after riding my BMW K75 the duck feels like a minibike.

[hellokitty]

Love to have a sit on your lovely bike. What are you up to this weekend

I riding to Raglan on Sunday but otherwise free as a bird........
I had to sell my soul to the devil to get a new tyre ($300) so I will be riding, riding, riding........
(seriously I asked my boss if he could give me an advance on holiday pay due at Xmas to buy a tyre, and as he rides too, he understood)