Im Big and new to riding. Help!

THEONE77 · 06-11-2009, 9:40 PM

Im 6'3 and 325lbs but im not sloppy! I play college football. So im an inshape linemen. i have wanted a bike for years now but felt i was too big to ride one. Im ready now to get one and i fell in love with the 07 CBR 600rr. A few poeple say i should start with an older 600 until i feel confidant. Any suggestions on a good bike for a big guy?

jkobflys · 06-11-2009, 11:20 PM

For someone your size i would say Bussa, and self control.
wellcome to the site...

Jetpilot07 · 06-11-2009, 11:42 PM

he's right, your size would make a 600 bike way too small for you.

think of a CBR1100XX Black Bird, would be perfect for your size....or a CBR1000

ghbzorro · 06-12-2009, 2:48 AM

If its your first bike, it would probably be a mistake to go much over a 600. If I were you I would go for a semi-sports bike, such as a Suzuki SV 650 or an old Honda NT 650 Hawk GT. Sufficient power and not too extreme a riding position.

Learn to ride safely, and then trade up to a big rocket when you feel you want to.

fighter954rr · 06-12-2009, 4:12 AM

im 6'4" but i only weigh 15 stone, so you have another 8 stone on me, so i would say the 600 is probably a bit too small for someone of your size... maybe a blackbird like jet says, theyre physically big, but they still ride good, my dad has an 08 one and it pulls like a train

sheepofblue · 06-12-2009, 1:34 PM

Try a VFR. A fun bike but more mellow than a 1000 (or 'busa) and I think the ergo's are MUCH more forgiving that a standard sportbike

vville123 · 06-12-2009, 2:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Jetpilot07

he's right, your size would make a 600 bike way too small for you.

think of a CBR1100XX Black Bird, would be perfect for your size....or a CBR1000

Your going to feel really uncomfortable on a 600 just cause your size.
Do the bike course and use self control.

Twincam · 06-12-2009, 2:39 PM

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Originally Posted by sheepofblue

Try a VFR. A fun bike but more mellow than a 1000 (or 'busa) and I think the ergo's are MUCH more forgiving that a standard sportbike

Have a look at the '98-'01 versions... Some say they were the best model of VFRs ever made - I couldn't agree more

setanta · 06-12-2009, 2:50 PM

First of all loose at least 200lbs and stop lying to yourself, then you will fit a lot of decent bikes and of course you will live longer to enjoy them. Buy a trike for now just to give you an idea or a vfr on steriods

vville123 · 06-12-2009, 2:56 PM

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Originally Posted by setanta

First of all loose at least 200lbs and stop lying to yourself, then you will fit a lot of decent bikes and of course you will live longer to enjoy them. Buy a trike for now just to give you an idea or a vfr on steriods

He's right where he needs to be to play college football in the states. Any smaller and he'd get run over.

Twincam · 06-12-2009, 3:02 PM

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He's right where he needs to be to play college football in the states. Any smaller and he'd get run over.

I don't think I would stand a chance in hell against them!

setanta · 06-12-2009, 3:04 PM

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Originally Posted by vville123

He's right where he needs to be to play college football in the states. Any smaller and he'd get run over.

I didnt mean 200 I was thinking 100, if he needs to be obese to play football then Id prefer my health thanks.
Feck that LOL

THEONE77 · 06-12-2009, 3:04 PM

Thanks for the info! i think im leaning towards the BLACKBRID for now.

THEONE77 · 06-12-2009, 3:08 PM

You health wouldnt last very long if you were infront of me. you would definatly wish i was a hundred pound lighter if you ever need to TRY and defend yourself against me.

vville123 · 06-12-2009, 3:08 PM

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Originally Posted by setanta

I didnt mean 200 I was thinking 100, if he needs to be obese to play football then Id prefer my health thanks.
Feck that LOL

Google Football + USA, now look at the pics, their not fat just freaking huge.

That's how we do it in the USA bro, you cant sissy it up here.

You wanna play you got to be BIG.

And check their stats these guys can move.

setanta · 06-12-2009, 3:13 PM

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Originally Posted by THEONE77

You health wouldnt last very long if you were infront of me. you would definatly wish i was a hundred pound lighter if you ever need to TRY and defend yourself against me.

Thanks for the offer its really decent of you

but I might just surprise you, I wouldnt try I would do

If I had any doubt Id bring an old friend to the party, love the smell of cordite.

Lighten up and welcome to the web (excuse the pun

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setanta · 06-12-2009, 3:15 PM

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Originally Posted by vville123

Google Football + USA, now look at the pics, their not fat just freaking huge.

That's how we do it in the USA bro, you cant sissy it up here.

You wanna play you got to be BIG.

And check their stats these guys can move.

A game for huge freaks, must admit it dosnt appeal, give me ping pong anyday pmsl

vville123 · 06-12-2009, 3:19 PM

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A game for huge freaks, must admit it dosnt appeal, give me ping pong anyday pmsl

I thought drinking was your game of choice man

setanta · 06-12-2009, 3:24 PM

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I thought drinking was your game of choice man

The secret is to get the ball into the guiness glass without spilling any and dowing it in a oner without choking followed by a neat Jameson. First finished gets to serve and the game goes on

vville123 · 06-12-2009, 3:27 PM

We call that "beer pong" in the states my friend.

It get's the girlies naked quicker.

setanta · 06-12-2009, 3:42 PM

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Originally Posted by vville123

We call that "beer pong" in the states my friend.

It get's the girlies naked quicker.

now we are talking*

* Also at the end of the game, its amazing how many beautiful women played the game with you

TattooedGQ · 06-12-2009, 5:35 PM

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It get's the girlies naked quicker.

Yes, Yes it does!!!

setanta · 06-12-2009, 9:03 PM

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Yes, Yes it does!!!

Where have you been hiding havnt seen a post from you in ages?

shakey1378 · 06-12-2009, 9:23 PM

6'3" and 325 im sure your a big boy, im sure you could lose some weight and still be a beast on the field. i would say drop 40-50lbs you may even be stronger. i dont know what kind of shape your it but its safe to say your a bit chubby. one thing about sporty bikes is they are not so great if your big and bulky. if you could get down to 275 give or take it would definately broaden you choices a bit. i myself just dropping from 5'5" 180-190ish a bit chunky to a lean 155-160 it helps. if you plan on really enjoying sportbikes downsize a hair, michael strahan made quite a lucrative career pounding his way through offensive lines at around what 220lbs his last seasons with the giants. mid to high 200s would help you pick up some speed on the field even if you dont need it. i know its football but in my eyes speed and technique can sometimes have an advantage over brute force.

not to mention at 200+lbs most factory suspensions will be useless to you so plan for a shock and forksprings with anything you get.

setanta · 06-12-2009, 9:35 PM

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Originally Posted by shakey1378

6'3" and 325 im sure your a big boy, im sure you could lose some weight and still be a beast on the field. i would say drop 40-50lbs you may even be stronger. i dont know what kind of shape your it but its safe to say your a bit chubby. one thing about sporty bikes is they are not so great if your big and bulky. if you could get down to 275 give or take it would definately broaden you choices a bit. i myself just dropping from 5'5" 180-190ish a bit chunky to a lean 155-160 it helps. if you plan on really enjoying sportbikes downsize a hair, michael strahan made quite a lucrative career pounding his way through offensive lines at around what 220lbs his last seasons with the giants. mid to high 200s would help you pick up some speed on the field even if you dont need it. i know its football but in my eyes speed and technique can sometimes have an advantage over brute force.

not to mention at 200+lbs most factory suspensions will be useless to you so plan for a shock and forksprings with anything you get.

djchino · 06-13-2009, 12:04 AM

The guy asks for advice on what bike to get, and you guys give him shizzle about his weight! lol.. I'm going to go play strip beer pong with bisexual sorority chicks...

shakey1378 · 06-13-2009, 12:25 AM

when your that huge and these bikes are designed primarily around average size people. it kinda ruins the experience for the big guy a bit. no ones poking fun. at 6'3" average weight is probably 215-230 considering hes a full 100lbs higher even a busa stock suspension would be cooked in no time. when i had a gut it always made the tank a bit uncomfortable as i tend to sit up close when cornering. to the OP just remember to set up your bike before you take off. a older 750 may be a good bike zx7r roomy and stable. just try stuff out but if your new dont worry any supersport will pull your weight pretty easy

setanta · 06-13-2009, 7:54 AM

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The guy asks for advice on what bike to get, and you guys give him shizzle about his weight! lol.. I'm going to go play strip beer pong with bisexual sorority chicks...

His obesity is a concern and he openly admits it in his first post, so what would you have us do.
Just tell him to get a tall 125 or 500 so he can learn how to handle a bike for starters

Fgs he is going to need a very powerful engine to haul that fat around, being a tall guy he is going to need a bike that is not cramped, the combination of both will make the virginal experience terrible for him.
As has been said before a lot of bikers on here over the 6' height, normal weight and slightly above but in this scenario the whole picture has to be addressed.
On a side note if the guy reads the posts and realises that the info has been proffered in in a good manner and with well being a priority then another goal has been achieved.

"Ok ok dear yes the bra this time, come on, mmmm that whiskey is tasting better and omg dear your are so pretty, hic"

TattooedGQ · 06-15-2009, 6:23 PM

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Originally Posted by setanta

Where have you been hiding havnt seen a post from you in ages?

I've been real busy, and riding when I'm not working. So work's been kinda slow so I get to lurk around here again. It's good to be back.

GypsyRebel · 06-15-2009, 6:54 PM

hey he could just get a harley

(hahaha)

I can say that as I own one

no really if sportbike is what you want then I would listen to the advice given. If you are still looking around give a crusier a try if you haven't yet you may find you like the style & power of some of the bigger machines and they can handle your size & frame . Just another point of view.