6 feet, 5.5 inches, 245 lbs. and gotta get one!

[StSpyder09]

Hello to All,

I recently saw my first Spyder at T & W Flea Market in Pensacola, Florida. I was awe-struck. It was the coolest thing I'd ever seen, next to the Yellow Lamborghini I had the opportunity to drive when I was stationed at RAF Greenham Common.

I've never been a "car or bike enthusiast." I've never ridden a motor cycle. I drive an '06 Mit. Endeavor, which I let the rainfall wash.

They say you'll know when the "right one" comes along. Well all I can say is "But Momma, I Love Her":bowdown::spyder:

All I need now is a means of making enough money to afford her. I ain't say'n she's a gold digger, but...

Besides the lack of funds situation, which I'm sure I can eventually find a way to get past, I have a more permanent issue. I'm 6 feet, 5.5 inches, 240+or- pounds. How comfortable can the :spyder: be made to be for "Real Men?"

Are any of you having space issues like, legs bent too much, back bent too far, or elbows not extended far enough?

Thanks in advance for your assistance, and I really look forward to becoming a legitimate, "bona fied" member in '09.

Street:spyder:'09

 

[Lamonster]

welcome
I'm just a little guy (5'11") and the Spyder fits me pretty good. I know there are a few "real men" on here that can give you some better advice on how they deal with being "real men" :doorag:

 

[StSpyder09]

Thanks for the welcome

Hi Lamonster,

Thanks for the welcome.

This site is amazing Man:thumbup:

Is it your original creation? If so, I :bowdown:

And another :bowdown: for being able to admin. a site like this:clap::clap::clap:

Hope to someday ride with you all.

MUCH RESPECT!!!

Street:spyder:'09

 

[MWKE]

Im 6' 1" 260 after my morning ritual....Ive logged 2000 miles in the past month without issue on a stock seat.....But I havent gone more than 150 miles in a Stretch....I think you should be fine....But every Body is Different....

 

[NancysToy]

If Lamonster is a "little guy" at 5'11'', I'm right behind at 6'0". Can't speak directly to your situation. The best way to find the answer is to sit on one, preferably at great length. My wife is only 5'2", and had the same concerns. She sat on the demos at the dealerships so long that they almost had to dust her. In the end, she decided the fit was right, and is very happy with her Spyder. Fits me just as well. Also, review the old posts on the forums to see the aftermarket modifications that help people adapt to varying ergonomic needs. Things like highway pegs and handlebar risers. Time to try out a demo at a dealership. If you can't do the demo ride, just sit there until they kick you off. That should tell you what you need to know. Do it often, until you decide to buy.
-Scotty

 

[Jason]

Hello to All,

I recently saw my first Spyder at T & W Flea Market in Pensacola, Florida. I was awe-struck. It was the coolest thing I'd ever seen, next to the Yellow Lamborghini I had the opportunity to drive when I was stationed at RAF Greenham Common.

I've never been a "car or bike enthusiast." I've never ridden a motor cycle. I drive an '06 Mit. Endeavor, which I let the rainfall wash.

They say you'll know when the "right one" comes along. Well all I can say is "But Momma, I Love Her":bowdown::spyder:

All I need now is a means of making enough money to afford her. I ain't say'n she's a gold digger, but...

Besides the lack of funds situation, which I'm sure I can eventually find a way to get past, I have a more permanent issue. I'm 6 feet, 5.5 inches, 240+or- pounds. How comfortable can the :spyder: be made to be for "Real Men?"

Are any of you having space issues like, legs bent too much, back bent too far, or elbows not extended far enough?

Thanks in advance for your assistance, and I really look forward to becoming a legitimate, "bona fied" member in '09.

Street:spyder:'09

Hey Street Spyder,

I'm 6'1 1/2 and a shade under 250lbs myself. The only complaint I have about the Spyder is the leg cramping on longer rides. I have the same problem on just about any two-wheeled motorcycle with the stock position pegs. After about 1 1/2 hours, if I don't stretch out my legs they start to hurt.

The best remedy to this is to get the highway peg brackets and put a set of Kuryakyn pegs on. THat should fix the problem nicely!

Otherwise its a blast to ride, and its still humorous to watch the people looking at the Spyder as I ride by and watching them mouth words similar to "Hey look at that!", "What the #$&* is that?!" etc. :thumbup:

Keep your eyes out on BRP dealers in your area to see if they're having demo rides and try one out.

Jason

 

[bigdave18629]

The Real one

O.K. at 6' 7" and right at 300 lbs I may be the best qualified to answer your question about "real men" riding the Spyder:spyder:. I had the same concerns at first, took it for a test ride and found out that Andrew Bogette(not sure if that is spelled right) NBA player had just bought one.

I am a broken down former college athlete that is now out of shape with bad knees and and a bad back, not fat, just out of shape. The Spyder is far more comfortable than my Harley was. My legs do cramp a little if I am in the saddle for more than 2 hours but I am installing some highway pegs this weekend to see if a new leg position helps, other wise I find flexing my leg muscles a few times helps until I can stretch them out again.

I is hard to know what you are really dealing with on a test ride because they are pretty short.

Think of it this way, when you are our height you are cramped in a car, a plane, a truck, a bus and the Spyder:spyder: is far better than all of them. Go buy it and come join the group.:2thumbs:welcome

 

[StSpyder09]

Thanks for the response "Big Dave."

I'm a former college and U.S.A.F. basketball player myself. Not quite broke-down...yet, but Mom says, "Just Keep Living."

From everything I've read, seen and heard, I have no doubt the Spyder will be everything I could ever expect. And you are so right...I have been cramped on just about every type of vehicle you can name, including roller-coaster. I'm also just a little concerned about looking like a Circus Clown if the Spyder looks too small beneath me. I appreciate your dispelling that fear.

When you install your highway pegs, could you send me a pic so that I can see if they alter the awesome looks much.

Thanks again,

Street

 

[StSpyder09]

Thanks, I'll do that

If Lamonster is a "little guy" at 5'11'', I'm right behind at 6'0". Can't speak directly to your situation. The best way to find the answer is to sit on one, preferably at great length. My wife is only 5'2", and had the same concerns. She sat on the demos at the dealerships so long that they almost had to dust her. In the end, she decided the fit was right, and is very happy with her Spyder. Fits me just as well. Also, review the old posts on the forums to see the aftermarket modifications that help people adapt to varying ergonomic needs. Things like highway pegs and handlebar risers. Time to try out a demo at a dealership. If you can't do the demo ride, just sit there until they kick you off. That should tell you what you need to know. Do it often, until you decide to buy.
-Scotty

Hi Scotty,

My fear was having the same look you have on the Trike, when I'm on a Spyder. And I can't afford new knees after a new Spyder.
A message from Big Dave made me feel better about that fear. He has a couple of inches on me. Some of the other members also suggested the highway pegs. I once sat on a cruiser with highway pegs (when I first entertained the thought of a bike, in Chicago) and it was really comfortable. I appreciate all of the input from you guys. This is one cool community.

Thanks,

Street:spyder:'09

 

[FANG]

welcome Am also in Pensacola, Really little guy 5' 9" greatest ryde ever. I never had a bike before either; got my endosement after taking the MSF course through Pensacola Motorsports and then made the :spyder:buy. When you get your give me asout so we can ryde. :yes::yes:

 

[StSpyder09]

Thanks, Just trying to make an informed decision.

welcome Am also in Pensacola, Really little guy 5' 9" greatest ryde ever. I never had a bike before either; got my endosement after taking the MSF course through Pensacola Motorsports and then made the :spyder:buy. When you get your give me asout so we can ryde. :yes::yes:

Thanks wbbrn1952,

Dealer at PMS suggested I take the PJC course also.

I plan to be debt-free by Jan, '09, and saving to make my :spyderurchase in order to have it for Christmas 2009 (wishful thinking, for 09,09 Birthday Present). I ray:to only finance a small portion or buy it out-right. No...I don't have the formula for the latter quite worked out yet, but I'm going to make it happen.

The yellow :spyder: I saw at T&W had some nice mods. I took some photos. One of the coolest mods were the spider design pegs:2thumbs:. They were so cool, I thought, "If that were mine, I'd have to take those off on dirty trips."nojoke

What mods do you have?

I'm wanting my :spyder: for general daily use, short trips. My wife and I planned to get scooters as a part of our move to Pensacola. Oh Well!

How much have you been riding lately, with all the rain we've been getting?

Trying to make an informed decision,

Street:spyder:'09

 

[FANG]

St:spyder:09,

Purely stock at this time did have a 12v outlet installed at the dealer at set up. Have some decals I am going to put on soon. Budget tight after some medical problems. Let me know when you get your :spyder: and we will ryde. :2thumbs:

 

[effgjamis]

Hello to All,

I recently saw my first Spyder at T & W Flea Market in Pensacola, Florida. I was awe-struck. It was the coolest thing I'd ever seen, next to the Yellow Lamborghini I had the opportunity to drive when I was stationed at RAF Greenham Common.

I've never been a "car or bike enthusiast." I've never ridden a motor cycle. I drive an '06 Mit. Endeavor, which I let the rainfall wash.

They say you'll know when the "right one" comes along. Well all I can say is "But Momma, I Love Her":bowdown::spyder:

All I need now is a means of making enough money to afford her. I ain't say'n she's a gold digger, but...

Besides the lack of funds situation, which I'm sure I can eventually find a way to get past, I have a more permanent issue. I'm 6 feet, 5.5 inches, 240+or- pounds. How comfortable can the :spyder: be made to be for "Real Men?"

Are any of you having space issues like, legs bent too much, back bent too far, or elbows not extended far enough?

Thanks in advance for your assistance, and I really look forward to becoming a legitimate, "bona fied" member in '09.

Street:spyder:'09

Well well.
I am 76 years of age.
I am 6'2.5" in height.
I am 265 lbs .
I have ordered the 4' risers from NMN.

I have no problem in the ride, if only my age would improve.

I am very arthritic, however, the ride presents no problem except my posture in the standard handlebar position is a bit painfull after a short ride, (hour or so). lBut I do feel that the risers will remove that issue.

have a great ride. its got the push and go for us little people.

 

[bigdave18629]

Go to this thread http://www.can-amtalk.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=6911&hl= and look at the pics from ARANEAE, I have them on the way but do not have them yet. there are some other options here as well. With regard to looking like a circus clown, we get lots of attention at our height, the Spyder gets lots of attention. Put the two together and we will get noticed, but it is a big bike compared to most and I made my Harly look like a mini-bike.

 

[NancysToy]

Think of it this way, when you are our height you are cramped in a car, a plane, a truck, a bus...

Hey guys, I think I found just the ride for you. Gunbus 410 ci Motorcycle
-Scotty

 

[StSpyder09]

And after it crushes my knees?

Thanks for the recommendation Scotty,

But, it would really be the end of me if the fire department had to show up with a crane and or "the jaws of life" to lift that monster off me, after it crushed my knees at the stop-light:yikes:

And a :spyder: it's NOT!


St:spyder:'09

 

[StSpyder09]

Well, I guess I can't use height as an excuse not to get one.

Go to this thread http://www.can-amtalk.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=6911&hl= and look at the pics from ARANEAE, I have them on the way but do not have them yet. there are some other options here as well. With regard to looking like a circus clown, we get lots of attention at our height, the Spyder gets lots of attention. Put the two together and we will get noticed, but it is a big bike compared to most and I made my Harly look like a mini-bike.

Hi BigDave,

I went to the site and saw the pics. Thanks. The side shots showing the posture after the install of the risers and pegs were very helpful. The dealer here will install any accessories that are here when the :spyder: arrives. I read another member saying he ordered mods while waiting for the :spyder:. I think I'll do it that way also. Maybe then it won't be so painful to my pocket. And when I do finally get it I won't have to wish for any of the important mods.

Thanks again,

St:spyder:'09

 

[NancysToy]

Thanks for the recommendation Scotty,

But, it would really be the end of me if the fire department had to show up with a crane and or "the jaws of life" to lift that monster off me, after it crushed my knees at the stop-light:yikes:

I had my '47 Indian Chief fall over on me once as a young pup. Practicing spinning donuts with the old girl. I weighed about 125 lbs, so it won. I was trapped there in the yard under 800 pounds of motorcycle for several hours until my dad finally found me. He cracked up, and never let me live it down. Took him and two neighbors to get it off me. I wouldn't even walk near a monster like that Gunbus. The Spyder is the right choice!
-Scotty

 

[fleet]

Highway Pegs , Risers & New Seat - Mandatory

Hello to All,

I recently saw my first Spyder at T & W Flea Market in Pensacola, Florida. I was awe-struck. It was the coolest thing I'd ever seen, next to the Yellow Lamborghini I had the opportunity to drive when I was stationed at RAF Greenham Common.

I've never been a "car or bike enthusiast." I've never ridden a motor cycle. I drive an '06 Mit. Endeavor, which I let the rainfall wash.

They say you'll know when the "right one" comes along. Well all I can say is "But Momma, I Love Her":bowdown::spyder:

All I need now is a means of making enough money to afford her. I ain't say'n she's a gold digger, but...

Besides the lack of funds situation, which I'm sure I can eventually find a way to get past, I have a more permanent issue. I'm 6 feet, 5.5 inches, 240+or- pounds. How comfortable can the :spyder: be made to be for "Real Men?"

Are any of you having space issues like, legs bent too much, back bent too far, or elbows not extended far enough?

Thanks in advance for your assistance, and I really look forward to becoming a legitimate, "bona fied" member in '09.

Street:spyder:'09

This is "fleet" - And for a reference / setting the stage - I'm 6'3 / 280 / 54" upper body. I posted the other day about picking up my new SE5 Spyder in Rock Hill , SC . Here's a summary - Wife and I drove from the Atlanta area to Rock Hill ( outside of Charlotte ) , picked up my new ride, swapped out the sport windshield for a touring windshield ( 3" taller than the tallest Spyder touring windshield) and headed off down the backroads so I could vary my speeds ( break-in ). Aside from it raining like a bitch, being 6'3" and having to use the standard foot pegs was total misery for me after about 30 miles. The rain, wind blast coming from around the sides of the windshield, coupled with all the goo, mud and crap being thrown all over me from the oncoming 18 wheelers ( tire spray ) on a two lane road really sucked big ones. Needless to say, my adventure wasn't very pleasant. In fact, I ended up going to my mother's house in Laurens, SC - 80 miles from Rock Hill - and leaving the Spyder in her garage. Got back in with my wife and Mom and headed back to Atlanta. I'm getting a friend's trailer and going back to pick up Mr.Spyder next week.
Bottomline - Get the highway brackets / pegs, new comfy seat with backrest and 4" risers before you get your Spyder or be prepared for an unpleasant ride anywhere over 30 miles or so. I guess going to the store or short trip would be OK but trust me - unless you're a circus contortionist .... it gets really uncomfortable ... Fast - Or maybe I'm just a wuss. Even if it wasn't raining, the leg position isn't made for 6'2" plus sizes. Aside from my "personal" problems - the Spyder ran great !

 

[bigdave18629]

I'll try it Scotty