Type of Bike for Me...

Type of Bike for Me...

by Bay
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I am trying to figure out what the best bike for me would be. I am not looking for racing and crazy speed anymore - just a cruiser. I'm pretty tall, 5'8, but I'm tiny, I fluctuate between 115 and 120. So something lighter would probably be more smart. I want to "lounge" but I'm afraid if I do that my arms won't reach the steering. I was looking towards a Honda Shadow line but I don't really know. Anyone have any suggestions?

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Type of Bike for Me...

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Jan 25, 2009

Bike
by: Lizzy

I'm with Lizzy. I have the same bike but it is an 07 Honda Shadow VLX 600 and I love it!

Jan 24, 2009

Thanks Liz!
by: Bay

Thanks so much for your help! I plan on taking it on long trips also so I'll have to look into that - thanks for pointing it out. And I'll also have to look into getting that book!! (No worries, I take no offense to the suggestion or title - they have tons of "Idiot's Guide to..." books and I own a few haha). Good luck to you also and happy riding :)

Jan 24, 2009

Type of Bike
by: lizz1958

I am sure that your question will be answered by many of our ladies. We are all shaped and sizes with different skill levels. You are sure to get some great tips about your "perfect" bike. Mine is a 06 Honda Shadow VLX Deluxe (600cc)..and I am 5'4, 140lbs. I am also 51 years old...so, I am not a young strong girl. My bike is a great starter bike as I have just begun riding about 6 months ago. Yet, I am looking to upgrade to maybe a 750- 1000 range. What I have will do for a year or so, but I know that I will want to go on long rides and probably will want something a bit meatier.

I bought a great book this week that I have been reading that I wish I would have read before I purchased my bike, its the Idiots guide to Motorcycles 4th edition..,(no offense, but its just a really good book with an odd title) Maybe it will help you in choosing a bike, it gives the pros and cons to ALL bikes out there.

Good luck and happy riding...be safe.

Liz Z

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