Which small capacity adventure bike for a tall rider?
Hi,
I've been away for a few years but am getting drawn back into the scene...
I'm really interested in the newer small capacity adventure bikes, but before I get into other details, which should I discount due to my height?
I can suffer with a bad back so comfort on long trips is pretty important, I want to be upright with my legs not cramped...my old Honda Dominator was probably the best for ergonomics for me in the past...a near 90 degree leg bend at the hip and knee.
Most of my riding will be A & B sized tarmac roads with some exploring of trails or gravel roads thrown in at the destination. Big miles to get to/from trails in the Alps, Pyrenees etc from the UK are likely.
I'm 6ft 4in with a 34in inseam. Bikes currently on the shortlist are...
Royal Enfield Himalayan
BMW G310GS
KTM 390 Adventure
Kawasaki Versys 300X
Suzuki 250 V-Strom
I have checked cycle-ergo but not all are represented.
What bikes should I throw out, what bikes should I add and what bikes should I keep in?
Also are there any measures I can do to make a bike work (higher seat, lower footpegs etc)?
Thanks in advance,
Oly
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