Since '02 xBhp is different things to different people. From a close knit national community of bikers to India's only motorcycling lifestyle magazine and a place to make like-minded biker friends. Join us

Axor
Magazine
Castrol Power 1

Careful with that leaking water tanker ahead.

Our Partner

Announcement

Collapse
No announcement yet.

Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

Collapse
X
Collapse
 
  • Page of 1
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts
Previous template Next
  • #1

    Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

    Hi,

    This would be my first post here.

    I am looking for a bike, Yamaha FZ v2 caught my eye, but reviews say its not a great bike for tall guys.

    My budget is 90K. Any suggestion are most welcome.

    Here are few details:
    - I am 24 years old. So looking for a bike which will be looking cool.
    - As I have mentioned already, I am 6' tall. Slim built weighing 75Kg.
    - I will be using for office and day to day activity. Sometimes for a long ride(Once in couple or more months).
    - I am living in Bangalore so 80% city 20% highway.
    - I have less(NO) knowledge about brands and their values so I am open to any brand.

    I am looking for 150cc range. 200cc bike is fine but I have to think twice before taking 200cc bike.

    How is Pulsar AS 150 in a long usage?
    Last edited by Dibya Ranjan Panda; 06-16-2015, 09:35 AM. Reason: added more details
    Tags: bike, purchase new bike, purchasing bike
  • #2
    Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

    Query Approved
    Biking is not about what you have between your legs, its all about how well you use it!!!!!!!

    Give your details here if you want to help your fellow xBhpian stranded in your city

    Touring Blog: Cycling in Mongolia!

    Comment

    • #3
      Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

      Just get the gixxer sf (fully faired). Excellent overall product.has more top end than any 150-170cc bike in India and more mileage.

      Sent from my C6902 using Tapatalk

      Comment

      • #4
        Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

        Yamaha FZ V2 is surely going to look a little small on a 6 feet person.

        Have a look on Yamaha Fazer V2 and Suzuki Gixxer SF as I can assume your one of requirement is to get little bulky looking bike to companion your height
        KTM RC390 - Current
        Yamaha R15 v2 - Sold
        Hero Hunk - Sold
        An IT Engineer by profession and a rider by soul.

        Delhi to Sach Pass - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/3...h-ka-darr.html
        Delhi to Mana - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/2...xperience.html
        Delhi to Munsyari - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/2...ttrakhand.html
        Spiti circuit - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/3...cuit-solo.html

        Facebook

        Comment

        • #5
          Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

          Hi Dibya, first of all, welcome to xBhp.
          If you can fill the following list, members will be able to help you according to your requirements.

          1. Budget
          2. Age
          3. Height
          4. Weight
          5. Intended usage (eg. Office/College commute, Highway runs, Racetrack usage, Weekend recreation riding etc.)
          6. Fuel Efficiency requirement (approx., if any)
          7. City & Highway percentage usage
          8. Approximate Daily / Monthly running
          9. City / Town /Village of residence (so we can evaluate road conditions / traffic / terrain / altitude / OTR pricing)
          10. Brand / Bike type preference (if any)
          A bike on the road is worth two in the shed.

          Weekend Rides Around Kolkata
          My Ride To Sunderbans -           Hemnagar & Samsernagar
          Saagar Kinare - Bakkhali Calling

          Comment

          • #6
            Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

            Look at the Gixxer and the Gixxer SF. I'm 6'2" and find the SF comfortable.
            200 | 300 | 1200 BOXER

            Comment

            • #7
              Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

              The suzuki gixxer or gixxer SF will be comfortable for your height . please post more about your requirements buddy

              Sent from my SM-N750 using Tapatalk
              I don't ride a bike to add days to my life .
              I ride a bike to add life to my days !

              Comment

              • #8
                Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

                Thank you Krishna..

                I have updated my question with the details from my best knowledge.

                Can you please help me buying a new bike.



                Originally posted by krishna77 View Post
                Hi Dibya, first of all, welcome to xBhp.
                If you can fill the following list, members will be able to help you according to your requirements.

                1. Budget
                2. Age
                3. Height
                4. Weight
                5. Intended usage (eg. Office/College commute, Highway runs, Racetrack usage, Weekend recreation riding etc.)
                6. Fuel Efficiency requirement (approx., if any)
                7. City & Highway percentage usage
                8. Approximate Daily / Monthly running
                9. City / Town /Village of residence (so we can evaluate road conditions / traffic / terrain / altitude / OTR pricing)
                10. Brand / Bike type preference (if any)
                ----consecutive posts auto-merged-----

                Thanks Cap..

                I have updated my question.

                Please help me finding suitable bike.

                Originally posted by captain666 View Post
                The suzuki gixxer or gixxer SF will be comfortable for your height . please post more about your requirements buddy

                Sent from my SM-N750 using Tapatalk
                Last edited by Dibya Ranjan Panda; 06-16-2015, 09:40 AM.

                Comment

                • #9
                  Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

                  Buddy sorry for late reply. Well according to your requirements Honda unicorn 160 and suzuki gixxer would be perfect. I would suggest the gixxer because it's good in performance, handling, ride quality and ergonomics .

                  Sent from my SM-N750 using Tapatalk
                  I don't ride a bike to add days to my life .
                  I ride a bike to add life to my days !

                  Comment

                  • #10
                    Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

                    How about Pulsar AS 150?

                    Originally posted by captain666 View Post
                    Buddy sorry for late reply. Well according to your requirements Honda unicorn 160 and suzuki gixxer would be perfect. I would suggest the gixxer because it's good in performance, handling, ride quality and ergonomics .

                    Sent from my SM-N750 using Tapatalk

                    Comment

                    • #11
                      Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

                      Originally posted by Dibya Ranjan Panda View Post
                      How about Pulsar AS 150?
                      Do not go for a Bajaj. Especially when you have such great alternatives available. I speak from experience with the newer pulsars as well as owning an older pulsar myself.
                      200 | 300 | 1200 BOXER

                      Comment

                      • #12
                        Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

                        As per your requirements, I'd suggest you Gixxer SF and Fazer V2.0(though you'll have to stretch your budget by 10K). Both have very good build quality and refined motors. Fazer is a little low on power but has the FI to counter that. Both can serve you for many years to come. One issue can be Suzuki after sales service.
                        For mostly city usage, both their naked siblings(i.e., FZ V2.0 and Gixxer) would be better to handle though.
                        A bike on the road is worth two in the shed.

                        Weekend Rides Around Kolkata
                        My Ride To Sunderbans -                         Hemnagar & Samsernagar
                        Saagar Kinare - Bakkhali Calling

                        Comment

                        • #13
                          Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

                          Thanks for the suggestion. I took a test ride for Frazer. To me, it seemed like Frazer is the sibling of the naked FZ model. Look wise, I felt that the fairing is the only difference from FZ.

                          The bike bit looks smaller compared other variants. Suzuki gixxer SF is a great bike. Only thing turns down is the "service".

                          Still in confusion, which bike to buy.

                          Originally posted by krishna77 View Post
                          As per your requirements, I'd suggest you Gixxer SF and Fazer V2.0(though you'll have to stretch your budget by 10K). Both have very good build quality and refined motors. Fazer is a little low on power but has the FI to counter that. Both can serve you for many years to come. One issue can be Suzuki after sales service.
                          For mostly city usage, both their naked siblings(i.e., FZ V2.0 and Gixxer) would be better to handle though.

                          Comment

                          • #14
                            Re: Which mid-range bike is suitable for 6' tall guy

                            Originally posted by tanay View Post
                            Look at the Gixxer and the Gixxer SF. I'm 6'2" and find the SF comfortable.
                            I
                            I am also 6"1', don't you find the seat height a bit low?
                            Also, I wanted to know if you've readjusted the rear monoshock, since I find it quite stiff.
                            I want to decrease it to "2" setting, just fear that the bike will scrap bumps. (I ride solo)

                            ----consecutive posts auto-merged-----

                            Originally posted by captain666 View Post
                            The suzuki gixxer or gixxer SF will be comfortable for your height . please post more about your requirements buddy

                            Sent from my SM-N750 using Tapatalk
                            I am also 6"1', don't you find the seat height a bit low?
                            Also, I wanted to know, is the naked Gixxer any better in city manuvering?
                            Any news on Gixxer FI?

                            ----consecutive posts auto-merged-----

                            Originally posted by deep007 View Post
                            Just get the gixxer sf (fully faired). Excellent overall product.has more top end than any 150-170cc bike in India and more mileage.

                            Sent from my C6902 using Tapatalk
                            I am also 6"1', don't you find the seat height a bit low?
                            Also, I wanted to know, is the naked Gixxer any better in city manuvering?
                            Any news on Gixxer FI?

                            Comment

                            Previous template Next
                            Working...
                            X
                            © xBhp.com 2026. All rights reserved.
                            Designed by xBhp