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Look'n to buy something that fits
« on: April 24, 2009, 12:40:15 PM »
I've been reading some threads and like what I hear about the FXR's. I'm 6'1" 240lbs and some bikes seem a little small. I have been looking at baggers which seem to fit better but I would like to have a little more sport. I sat on my buddys 03 Night Train my knees hit the bars. Don't know if you move the contols forward more. He and I talked about it but he's 5'7" so no problem for him. This is a big purchase so I wan't to be happy with what I get. Dont really want to go something like Honda ST1000, which is sport and touring.. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #1 on: April 24, 2009, 01:13:35 PM »
Welcome, sizdip!  It would be helpful to know what kind of riding you're interested in... long distance v. around town.   The new frame on the 09's makes them handle very well.   Funny, once you get used to a bagger... everything else seems small.  (5' 11", 185 lbs.)
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #2 on: April 24, 2009, 01:36:54 PM »
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #3 on: April 24, 2009, 01:52:41 PM »
Welcome aboard from Minnesota! Glad you joined the fun. I am sure someone on here will be able to prescribe a good fit for your needs. Just bring your wallet!
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #4 on: April 24, 2009, 02:00:17 PM »
I live in Oregon so around town and long rides to the coast or mountains are whats on tap. Longer trips will have some twistys both to and from. Has to comfortable for my girl also. :2vrolijk_21:
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #5 on: April 24, 2009, 02:03:56 PM »
Quote from: sizdup on April 24, 2009, 02:00:17 PM
I live in Oregon so around town and long rides to the coast or mountains are whats on tap. Longer trips will have some twistys both to and from. Has to comfortable for my girl also. :2vrolijk_21:


             Let's see:  Big guy + long rides + two up + comfortable for girl =  Bagger.   That's a no brainer.
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #6 on: April 24, 2009, 02:14:31 PM »
Welcome from the SF Bay Area!

A Road Glide (Preferably a SERG) or a Street Glide should fit the bill for your dimensions. I'm only 5'7", 165lbs but I LOVE my bagger. I have a 2001 Fat Boy that is tricked out and I never even touch it anymore (it's sits with a battery tender now)! It's nothing like a Honda ST1000. It's a HARLEY. You'll know the difference...
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #7 on: April 24, 2009, 02:30:13 PM »
Good afternoon sizdup

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I send you the  :welcome_005: from FRANCE

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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #8 on: April 24, 2009, 02:48:54 PM »
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #9 on: April 24, 2009, 03:30:38 PM »
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #10 on: April 24, 2009, 06:02:37 PM »
Welcome to the site from SE Wisconsin!

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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #11 on: April 24, 2009, 06:45:10 PM »
sizdup welcome aboard  :2vrolijk_21:
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #12 on: April 24, 2009, 07:48:05 PM »
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #13 on: April 24, 2009, 11:22:47 PM »
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Re: Look'n to buy something that fits
« Reply #14 on: April 25, 2009, 09:42:26 AM »
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