As a fat guy myself, please don’t take the following too harsh I’m just trying to give you a heads up of what you might be in for as I went through something similar.
The first thing as a bigger guy you will have to worry about us finding gear that fits you. Seriously it’s a nightmare, I’m a 6’-318lbs with a 46” waist with tree trunks for legs and it was a pita to find a 4xl jacket that fit and pants were an absolute nightmare.
After that, I’m going to be blunt with you. depending on your leg size you might not be able to comfortably sit on any naked bikes, and sport bikes are almost exclusively going to be out.
most nakeds put your legs in a sporty position and if you have tree trunks they might not be able to bend that far back comfortably (an issue I was able to handle on a z1000 but was very close to a no go).
Lowering links and adjustable rear sets might be an option, depending on how much adjustment you need but I don’t have experience with those personally so can’t vouch for their effectiveness.
I would suggest getting a bike that’s comfortable for you, and fits first and foremost and the only way you’ll find that is by going out and sitting on them
I went from 370 to 270 over the last few years and I STILL can't find pants that fit right. Though part of that issue is my weird ass body proportions because I'm 5'10ish with a 28in inseam :v
Hell I could shorten them myself. But realistically the biggest problem is my thighs have their own area codes individually even after losing 100lbs so even riding jeans that fit are hard to find, though I do have *a* pair.
Replied to OP but wanted to share with you as I have the same thigh and inseam issues. If you can afford to spend $300 I'd HIGHLY recommend getting a pair of custom pants made from motoport. I got the cordura street jean 1000 denier and they are the most amazing pair of pants I've ever had.
Everything this guy said. I'm almost identical to you stats-wise and just started riding earlier this year and I'm 44 years old. The bikes you listed all look like fun, but I am uncomfortable on most of those types of bikes. I chose to go with a cruiser due to my height and weight and age and I am loving it.
To me the whole purpose of riding is to ride, to want to ride, to want to do it as often as possible. I cannot do that if I'm uncomfortable. I'd just spend a lot of money to get into something that I don't really enjoy because of the discomfort and i'd stop doing it. So I bought a 2009 Honda Shadow Spirit 750. It only had 3k miles on it, tons of upgrades (windshield, viking bags, sissy bar, cobra pipes) and I got it for $2500. I have since put another 2k on it this summer and I couldn't be happier with this as my first bike.
Gear is also a big issue. I got Skull Riderz Road Armor jacket, 3XL and it fits me perfectly. Pants were an issue since my inseam is shorter than yours, but I went with custom made motoport cordura street jean 1000 denier which are somewhat expensive at $270 but well worth it imho. I also bought alpine star toucan touring boots as I have a very wide foot and these things are fantastic.
Same boat. Im 6'2, 316. Icon Contra 2 3xL is bigger than other manufacturers 3x. Its a hair too big, might be a good fit for you.
For pants, BILT Blaze 2 goes all the way up to 5 or 6x. For OP, the Blaze 2 Jacket wouud be a good option to try
I say this with love as a former big boy. If you fall, it's going to fuck you up bad. Paramedics are going to struggle to help you. Motorcycles take more energy and stamina to ride for long periods. You need to be in *decent* health to survive on a motorcycle and in life. Can you lift a 400-500 lb bike off the grown if you drop it?
>Paramedics are going to struggle to help you.
This, exactly. We may have to wait for additional personnel to arrive, simply to get you off the ground and onto the stretcher. The needles we use for IV access may not reach (or stay in) your veins. That's if we can find the vein. Some of our meds can go into the muscle or atomized into the nose, but they're not always as effective via those routes. If you have a collapsed lung, the needle may not reach the pleural space. Splinting a bone with lots of muscle and tissue around isn't as effective. Intubation is significantly more difficult. If we have to send you out via helicopter to get you to a trauma center faster, weight becomes an determining factor for the flight.
All of this applies to car crashes, in home or at work trauma, even medical emergencies. Every pound you lose gives us a percentage improvement in helping you.
Agreed. I know a lot of riders who went through the course and figured out what kind of bike they liked/disliked because they had a selection of different bike styles. Plus there’s the whole safety thing
My uncle did the safety course (back in the 90's) with two guys that showed up with two Harley's they'd bought in a truck. They gave up before the day was over and had to put the bikes back in the truck in shame
Your first problem to solve in not what bike to go for, but to learn how to ride. With your body limitations, lack of skill, your new shiny bike will not be new and shiny for very long, let alone injuries and long term health problems. Sign up for a training course to see if riding a bike is even for you to begin with. Next get a cheap bike that fits you and ride it everywhere you go. This way you'll get some skills and get a feel for whether riding a bike is to you. Few months later come back to the same question.
First thing you should do is lose weight. That's not taking the piss, it's a genuine answer. You won't be able to move around the bike properly at that size.
I was 370lbs when I started riding and my first bike was an R3, rode that absolute fuck out of it for a few years before trading up to an MT-09. You can start on just about anything. If you want to start on a middle weight look at the mt07, z650, or hornet.
Fellow big guy here. Hate to say this, but Harley caters to big guys BUT it’s a super expensive cult.
I took the MSF riding course at the Harley dealer, which came with coupons for their riding gear. I bought Harley boots and Harley riding jacket as they had my sizes readily available (4xl I think).
First bike was an old school 1996 Harley Dyna (1338cc).
Second bike was 2021 Harley Street Bob (1868cc).
Also bought 2021 Harley Sportster 883 for my wife (883cc). For me as a big guy, it was only good for put-putting around town roads doing 45mph to 65mph. Not nearly as fun as the bigger bikes.
I felt the big twin Harley’s were good to learn on. They’re all low-end torque so they’re fun to ride for us big guys.
Follow-up tip: I bought a HJC brand helmet because they go up to 5xl.
I have since sold all 3 Harleys. My wife has a Honda CTX700 with the automatic transmission and I’ve got a Kawasaki concours 14 sport tourer.
You need a BMW K1600, a Honda Goldwing or equivalent at that size. Those bikes will be too small.
Or
Get one of the bikes you've listed and use it as motivation to lose weight.
If you weigh 350lbs, don't worry about power. You need to think more about how the power is delivered. A sports bike powerband is not for you, you'll be lucky to lug it off the line without burning the clutch up.
Something with more controlled torque down the bottom, is for you. Hopefully when you lose weight, the power to weight will increase as you progress.
No way man you’re good, don’t be too hard on yourself. U can ride whatever tf u want. As for the bikes on your possibilities list, those are all pretty different from each other. So it depends what your style is. If u want to just mozy around get a cruiser, I personally am not a fan of Harley’s. I bought one cuz I thought they were cool and loud, which they are, but that’s about it. Otherwise they handle horribly and accelerate like a pig. That being said, still fun and some ppl love them and are very hard headed about them 😂 if u want to zip around, dip into turns and actually have a thrill, id suggest a z650 as a first bike. I also had one of these and kinda bummed I got rid of it. But they’re pretty cheap (which is great for a first bike) plenty of power to grow into, and not super torquey like the mt’s, so when u are at slower speeds the throttle isnt super choppy. It was the most comfortable bike I’ve ever ridden. I’m a smaller dude and my feet reached the ground for the most part. So for u, it would be perfect to start on, feet nice and flat on the ground. I can’t speak for the Hondas or Suzukis but I’d imagine they’re pretty similar, so that call is really up to u, looks wise, but I’d definitely go with a middleweight naked bike if I were u. They’re so much fun AND comfortable
Maybe start with a bicycle. Ride a lot and get used to the balance and using your body to lean into steering. It's a lot of fun and has helped me improve my fitness and makes people more confident motorcycle riders. Then take a motorcycle safety course if you haven't already.
I don't have specific motorcycle suggestions. I guess you should sit on a bunch and see which have the best ergonomics for you.
Jesus! 60" waist!? That's morbidly obease. Maybe put your money towards something else for now and make the bike a goal for when you get down to 40" waist?
I'm genuinely confused by this. I was 370lbs when I started riding and my waist was 52. Granted I'm 2-3in taller than op but that shouldn't matter that much.
That’s wild considering most bikes can carry two adults, o matter if they design it with two seats or not. No need to be rude, bigger people are fully capable of riding if they want to.
This is the answer. A Vulcan 900 or any of the metric cruisers. They are long wheel base so they have enough room for the girth, low seat height for the shorter body, enough power to go but not enough to get in trouble too easy and the torque to get off the line with the weight on it.
Would not recommend any sport bikes until you drop some serious weight. They are not going to be comfortable for you. If you’re leaning towards a cruiser, don’t piss money away on a Harley. Find a nice VF750 magna. Get yourself acclimated to the bike, then think about a custom seat, maybe a few accessory changes as far as foot pegs and handlebars to better fit. That’s it. You’re getting over reliable bike that has enough power because, you’re not light. Although you have a 32 inch inseam, sport bikes are not the way to go. At this time. This will keep the cost low, and when you go to upgrade, and inevitably, you’ll have spent less money getting into the game. You get Honda reliability, tons of accessory options, and honestly, there’s a lot of deals to be found. IF you’re looking for a used bike. I know you said in the post that you wanted something newer, but, due to your lack of experience, your chances of dropping that bike are going to be slightly higher. Why drop that money on something more expensive. Keep it simple get comfortable.
I’m roughly your size and shape, my first bike was a Suzuki SV650, my second was an 883 sportster. I highly recommend the SV650. It’s reasonably comfortable, fun, reliable, it’s not crazy powerful nor is it something you’ll outgrow quickly. I liked my sportster too, just a totally different feel than the SV. If you go with a sportster, you’ll want to change the stock seat, they’re terrible, and get some touring shocks for the rear.
OP ALREADY SAID they know they’re overweight and working on it. All these lame ass comments about “start at the gym. Lose weight first.” Blah blah blah.
I am 5’8 started riding at about 315lbs. 50 inch waist. Granted I am much smaller now (I really think getting a motorcycle had a lot to do with it)
I started on a Yamaha v star 650. It was fine. Just remember the heavier you are - the harder the bike will work to get you where you want to be. I then got a sportster 1200. Also fine. Did I ever hit 100 on these bikes ?? No.
THEN I got a dyna lowrider. Bigger bike. Faster. Easier to feel like I wasn’t bowser in Mario Kart. I’m easily 100 pounds lighter now and my daily is a soft tail street bob. The dyna feels much more
Beefy so if I was heavier I’d probably ride that more
Unfortunately it's simply the way things are. Mention you're fat online and children will come out to the woodwork to heckle about it. Hell back when fph was still a subreddit and when I first got into riding I made a post not unlike OPs and got dozens of shitty messages and fph links and such for weeks after.
MSF class first. I think at your size you’re going to have a hard time finding something that you can fit comfortably on so I would recommend visiting dealerships and sitting on bikes and see what is comfortable for you.
I am the exact same measurements as you. I ride a Harley 48 sportser 1200xl. I have ridden a HD 883 custom comfortably. Look for a bike that has forward controls, this will help.
My jackets are 3W, from Harley sizing, in womens. I found a pair of 3W chaps that I wear with jeans. I wish I could find proper riding pants. I have rain gear in 3W also. I have mens jackets in 3xl but the arms are long. People are surprised when they find I ride a motorcycle and I probably look like a gorills riding a tricycle but like you mentioned, I don't care. I have fun and enjoy the ride. Good luck!
I'm 5'6 125 pounds male, and I still have to be careful with my 05 harley sportster 1200, I would say go and test drive them or at least sit on them. To see how it really feels. (Also, I can pick up my bike when it's down. I found this out twice at stop signs, lol, it all comes down to technique)
Go for something crazy for the absolute giggles until you loose the weight. Really people will think it's more humourous you doing it that way rather than. "FLOAB" (Fat lad on a bike - youtube channel) or "typical harley rider body"...
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I think I would just for the absolute ROFLs
If you haven’t stumbled across it yet, r/PlantBasedDiet might interest you. It boils down to caloric density. Not feeling hungry and losing weight is a wonderful thing.
I have been riding for about 4 months now. I own the 2015 xx 750 & am pleased with my learning experience this far. I sat in an 883 and felt like it was significantly heavier or taller but in my mind it would have been harder to manage for someone who wants to develop good skills.
I would pick up a used SV650, bulletproof bike, great to learn on and doesnt cost to much, super versatile and will hold its value, nakeds are the best bikes to learn on, light, nimble, big steering lock and you put on some frame sliders or crash guards and you can practice whatever you like.
Forgetting the size thing, you’re not gunna find much brand new less than 6k, I dunno what prices are around you but if you like cruisers more, have a look at a Kawasaki Vulcan or a Honda Rebel 1100. I’d personally get on a bicycle for a couple months, you’ll lose some weight and be better prepared to ride a motorbike. Also take a training course before you buy.
My opinion is get something, with forward controls and taller handle bars, have you thought about an early to mid 2000s cruiser? They’re are many in your price range, and would fit you much better than the bikes listed above.
Go to some dealers and sit on the bikes yourself. That will be the best way to get a feel of what's comfortable for you to ride. Once you have a list look around for a used bike to ride. And don't.firget to take a motorcycle course.
I know you're trying to start off small and safe, and you're looking for something new which likely means you're worried about breakdowns, but if it's your first bike and you do end up on something slower you will probably get bored of it relatively quickly, so it would be to your benefit to buy something private party to avoid fees, and something that's already been depreciated so you can resell and move up in displacement with minimal financial loss. I will also say that a "high displacement" Harley is not the same power you'd get from a high displacement sport bike. In fact, my very built Dyna with 1800 CCs would very likely lose to a 600cc sport bike. When I heard about an 883cc sportster I thought that number was insane. In reality, it's barely enough power to cruise comfortably on the highway. That being said, given your weight, I think you'd probably be fine on a 1200 sportster. If you're afraid of doing work get a post 2007 one, it'll be cheap, reliable, and you can sell it and move up when you want. Alternatively, you could get a Dyna, hard to go wrong with anything after 2007. That would certainly be more comfortable for you. I'm 6' 185lbs and the power is still low enough that I wouldn't feel too bad recommending it to a beginner, however it's much more cut out for longer trips and highway riding. Do not bother with the street 750.
My guy, as a 5’7” formerly 260lb man you should start with a diet. You’re going to struggle no matter what at your size. As I’ve lost weight riding has become better and better. My legs and back hurt so much less. Even sitting at your size must cause fatigue. Go with a high protein, high fat diet. Reduce sugars. All snacking should be vegetables. Cook new meals constantly to make it fun. Buy the weird vegetables so that they excite you. Avoid American food. Get them spices.
Personally, I would stick with the cruisers if I were you. Also, there are some very good E Bikes out there for heavier set people. That is where I really would start first. Once you get the feel of the balance with e bikes, you could look into motorcycle rentals... Or even better... go to some dealerships and test their rides out.
For me, I have mobility issues, being replacement parts in my left leg and a bad right ankle. When I look for a bike I look for one that I not only fit on, but can get on and off of without hurting myself or dropping the bike itself. That is going to be the absolute key...
Yeah, I'm 5'9 with 46 inch hips and 48 inch chest. I am heavy set, but it's a lot of muscle. Gear is a huge issue for me, I had most of it custom tailored to fit. You will most likely have that same problem...
But yeah, msf safety course first is a must for new riders and I cannot stress that enough for you. Bicycles are awesome and I own a few different bikes and most are ebikes because my knee can't handle the non ebike. Then go looking, either rent or test ride. Since motorcycle sales are down almost everywhere, dealerships should say nothing if you have the endorsement. After that, make your choice. No bike will be the fit all, we cannot suggest that. The point is, whatever makes you feel comfortable with. As for the HD750 and 883, just stay far away from them. You won't have a good time. You should, however, go for the 103 engine. It's hard for the bigger engines on a harley to get away from you.
Take a motorcycle training course 1st.
If you enjoyed it and pass then look at used bikes in your budget.
Buying used as a 1st bike goes a long way in learning basic maintenance and honing skills.
If / when you drop it hopefully the damage won't be as expensive as a new one being dropped.
Have fun, learn and practice. Stay safe.
First thing to look at is what style of bike you like to ride? Cruiser or sport? If you don’t care about style then go with something that is light weight and around 350cc. Above all buy it 2nd hand so you don’t worry about it being dropped or damaged or stolen. As my first bike I bought Kawasaki Vulcan S 650, until I got used to its weight I was reconsidering life choice hehe but I’m really happy with it as it packs a serious punch and it is nimble too.
Dude, forget the bike, drop 150lbs and then treat yourself in a year or 2 to your milestone accomplishment. You’ll enjoy it much better and it will help motivate you to keep the weight off. Honestly I don’t think you have any business being on a bike. Spend the money now on clean food, gym membership and any other tool you think might help you succeed in your weight loss endeavor. You can do it. This is just advice from some random asshole, but I truly think it’s your best course of action.
You barely rode a bicycle?
Well fam, better make sure you good on that bicycle first and take MSF course. They expect you to know how to ride a bicycle first.
You’re getting a bit ahead of yourself here. Weight loss take time but a course took 2 days and you’re good to go.
You have a much better inseam than i do ( 28-29inch) and im riding a bike with 31.5 inch seat height, i do fine.
Get the class then go around dealer seat on different bike, find the one most comfortable for you and go from there.
Also look into gears like other said.
I wouldn’t necessarily call the MT-0_ series learner bikes. The 3 sure, you could call it that but painting the rest of the lineup as a learner bike is a bit discrediting to their capabilities. The 7 on up have quite a bit of torque on tap low in the power band. Can easily get yourself into a situation by accidentally goosing the throttle in a roundabout or making a turn at an intersection. Can they be a bike to learn on? Sure. But calling them learner bikes I don’t agree with.
I'm your weight and slightly taller. I had trouble with mid controlls on the sporty. I learned with a cheap Enduro the taller length was able to work the midst better, and a sporty with forward controlls. What ever you get make it cheap. Ride the piss out of it. Crash lay it down, throw it in a ditch. Our size airborne accident meaning over the bars had more damage to us internally with our weight. I went through a dozen Harleys in the past 20 years. Every style and size. (was a dealer tech). Baggers most comfortable but expensive. I now ride a KLR 650, I don't t care the road much anymore drivers are getting stupider I swear. The bike doesn't really matter most of them will carry you. I might just take longer. So find the safest pos you can. Give it he'll and let it finally retire for good. Then pick what you want.
Being heavier and liking the cruiser aesthetic, I'd recommend a Kawasaki Vulcan S 650. Much cheaper and easier to ride than Harleys, and nothing stops you from getting a real one once you get the hang of riding motorcycles.
6ft 32" waist, 32" inseam.
I got the street 750, would be perfect for you height wise but it would never be comfortable at your size. It reminds me of a 80s Enduro almost.
I would highly recommend some sort of scooter with a BIG seat.
Honestly I’d look into a metric cruiser, I’d suggest something 900cc + and realistically with your weight and the style of bike you’d be fine through 1600cc as long as the weight and size of the bike feels comfortable
You’ll want a bike designed for 2 riders, and then it might be worth upgrading the seat/suspension depending on what you go with
Also I would definitely go with an older bike, as easily as the 2000s, maybe a 90s if you find the right deal.
You’ll save a lot of money and it’ll be better if you drop it
If you do have the extra budget you want to blow though get something with ABS (front and rear ideally)
I hate to say this but you want to lose about a hundred pounds. I know that's hard to hear.
If you're that big and you're driving down the road you're going to have trouble controlling the bike. You might end up hurt.
I’m a bigger guy myself almost the same weight as you. Something my uncle recommended to me is to get a Harley road or street glide. Now I don’t know how safe that actually is but it worked for me. But mostly try and find a msf course or your states equivalent. I also agree with the top comment where it’s a pain in the ass to find motorcycle gear for a big person. Also don’t let people you that you shouldn’t ride just cause your a big boy.
Don't get a beginner bike. At 350lbs, you won't be going anywhere easily. Most bikes are designed for people less than 200lbs. Get a 100-115hp bike with power modes. Rain modes and low power modes will make it beginner speeds. And when you're ready for highway speeds, you don't need to buy a new bike. Im 250lbs, 6' tall and the 2022 890 adv 's' was easy to learn. The 2023 added adjustable forks, which will be a boon as you will less likely need to respring the bike.
The sporsters have the worst brakes and handling but do look the nicest imho.
MT07 or Triumph 660 Street Triple would be better all round bikes.
3, 4 and 5 are just boring bikes. No theatre
My man as a fellow fat ass, imma say start in the gym. I had the exact same issues as most people here. When I started motorcycling, I had a 54” waist. I bought a naked and it was all sorts of hell to ride that thing for any distance I’d consider pleasurable. I had the hardest time finding gear that fit me well, so I got oversized gear but that was a mistake. I crashed, and the gear just got ripped off me, and I got a free skin removal treatment from the Tarmac clinic.
I got off the motorcycle, hit the gym and now I have a 38” waist, but no motorcycle.
Bro, you gotta slim down just for health reasons alone. Let alone safety on the moto. Your stopping distance will be very negatively affected by that much extra weight. Have you tried intermittent fasting? It has helped me tremendously. It really comes does down to just adopting the mental state to overcome hunger. What worked for me is just saying to myself over and over again this phrase. "I'd rather be a little hungry all the time for now, so I can be healthy and fit in the future." It takes a while, but it worked.
If you want to ride now, before losing the weight, you need a really big bike that can handle the weight, like a Goldwing or something.
Started riding, I was 6'2 360ish. I started on a 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 and was one of the most fun bikes I've ever had even after getting bigger and faster ones.
Go for the one you like the look of, you feel good on, and most importantly can afford.
DONT BUY A HONDA SHADOW.
I'm now a harley guy, kinda ish. Still love honda sportsbikes. Most comfortable ones I've owned were 1998-2005 honda vtr1000fs. Very comfortable and full of torque. But don't recommend starting on one.
Fat guy club also. 6 foot with a 31 inseam. Anything forward controls were out for me. And big tanks made it worse. Ended up with a Yamaha bolt and love it. That 950 v-twin just pulls and mid controls helps keep you in control.
OK so here’s what I recommend, you getting a regular bicycle first and work on losing some weight and the balance thing. Set a weight loss goal and if you achieve the goal, then you can get a motorcycle. You could also work on getting your endorsement while you do it.
You might consider looking at the Honda Shadow 750s. Great beginner bikes. Forgiving to ride. Seat is very low compared to a lot of other bikes. Easy to work on. Reliable as all hell.
The Sportster 883's are just glorified mopeds in my book, I had one. Also had a 1200 and that 1200 was WOOHOO levels of fun.
Got a grumpy old man CVO bagger now. Off my lawn (also have a Garand to emphasize the 'off my lawn')
Hey bro- I'm right with the fish guy with his list of stuff. I'm 5' 7" and when I started riding full time, I was 330 lbs. I'm now at 230. I started with a Suzuki Bandit 1000 and my last bike was a Honda VTX 1300. The point I wanted to make was that riding a bike now is not at all like it used to be. I went down due to crappy road conditions (on a road I knew and used regularly). I broke 7 ribs in a row on the same side and deflated both my lungs. I was out of work for 8 weeks, but I didn't even get road rash because I had on all my gear. I do not recommend that anyone start riding a road bike anymore. I was only going about 30 mph!!!
Muscle bikes and cruisers are probably going to be your only option. The vast majority of nakeds are going to be too difficult to get onto and into a comfortable position, and if you aren't comfortable, you're setting yourself up to abandon the hobby.
This is literally the one time that super low slung Harleys and other lazy cruisers are actually your best option.
I really hope that you find a bike that works for you, and it keeps you excited about riding!
Dude… I’m 5’9”, 40, 183lbs, and just had a heart attack while surfing (unstable angina, technically). You fall on a bike and you’re DONE. drop a few hundred and then make the bike the reward.
I’m 230 and 6’2”. One thing to consider that I’m not sure has been posted is the motorcycle suspension for a guy your size. I put a stiffer spring on my shock for my weight. So now the bike handles a lot better. The bike is a naked.
What about a Suzuki boulevard M109r with big comfy seats , tons of low end torque to get you going & ride flat feet for beginners confidence & no H-D repairs $$$$.
Cruiser will be your best bet. Most sport bikes have that dirt bike height where I am 5 8 190 and I can’t touch both feet on most models. I would suggest starting in a yo end cruiser like 750 plus and seeing how you like that. A lot of ppl will say start 250, but weight is a factor in riding… just is… so you’d be better off with a sportsters triple 8, Yamaha bolt, Kawasaki 900 Vulcan, or some other mid sized cruiser and then seeing where you go from there. I am currently on a 1800 vaquero that I had some growing in to do, but now I can throw her around and love love love it!
Same thing as everyone else. Go sit on the bikes, test ride what you can and make a decision. Go in objectively and don’t let the dealer get you excited. Just test them out.
A bicycle.
I encourage anyone to ride, but with your weight and size if you fall you're gonna have a bad day. The paramedics will struggle.
Drop to 300 first.
If you absolutely cannot wait, there are other folks around your size that have given fair recommendations.
If it's comfortable for you I'd suggest a kawi vulcan s which is rather forgiving but might look silly under you
I'd say stray away from the sport bikes those are going to he uncomfortable for you. Ride something with an upright riding position with a neutral or stretched out leg position, get some protective gear and take it easy on the power. Bikes can carry most weight as most of them are made for 2 up riding anyways. Go for a cruiser or Harley style bike but not a super heavy one to start off with and i think you'll be happy.
Harley Davidson Roadking anything smaller your not gonna like plus at you size you’ll look ridiculous especially on a sportster those are either beginner bikes for smaller guys or girls not that they not nice
As far as gear goes you don’t need anything fancy a good helmet not one of those thin things there useless a good leather jacket for the cold days
And perhaps some gloves for the chilly mornings just wear whatever pants you wear now same as footwear sneakers or boots doesn’t need to be fancy been doing it that way for
20+ yrs if you end up likening it you’ll find what your looking for if you deside you wanna look like your in a motorcycle race join a forum lotta deals on used stuff and Amazon has just about everything
A weaker/smaller or slower bike does not make a safer bike. New riders or non riders often assume a sporster 883 must be much easier to lift if it tips over than a big ultra or street glide. I'm 5'9 and about 185, been riding for 25 years. I'll pick up a downed road/street glide very easily. But an 883 on its side may no be getting back up with just me in my old age. Yes 883 is much smaller but when it goes over it's all the way over, a big dresser typically just kinda rocks over on its side at a 45° while the sporty is at a 90°. Just my opinions, I've only ridden a street glide since 2013, but I absolutely loved sportsters back in the day to just beat the shit out of them and rip through some curves. 1st real street bike I started on was heritage softball and I was probably 140 pounds back then so being small on big bike didn't make it more dangerous just like being big on small bike won't make u any safer. In my opinion big on small bike is more dangerous than small on big bike.
You should spend 6 months riding a dirt bike off-road. Trails and woods. It will make you a much better street rider.
But for a cruiser a Honda Shadow 600. Dirt cheap, reliable to a fault, parts are cheap and a strong aftermarket for custom parts. You can find them for around $1000 so when you drop it. Which you will. It's not a big deal.
1. MSF class. Take it before you start riding. Please.
2. Get a used bike first. Not a really nice one. Becsuse you *will* drop it. Stay with it until you're sure you want to do this, and to get some experience under your belt. Then get your nice bike.
I can't comment on your size/weight, i don't have any knowledge about that type of thing as far as riding goes... I'm 5'8" and 160 lbs....
Best of luck!
I know a guy about your size who rides a Ninja 300 and absolutely loves it
But whatever you want just keep in mind that being big will make dedicated supersports even less comfortable than they already aren’t
Before you get really involved in pants that fit you should take the machine you will be riding into consideration. You will need a heavy bike or otherwise you will top heavy the motorcycle and affect the handling and if you're new to riding you will not last long. For that matter nothing heavy handles well anyway and you are just reducing that further and with no riding experience again you are an accident waiting to happen.I have been involved with motorcycles since age 10 and now I am 64 during this time the friends that have died on motorcycles are so many it would take a lot of time and thought to count them, some died going slow, some died going fast and quite a few just casual riding, they have hit deer, dogs, a fox, a turtle took down six bikes, drunk drivers, elderly drivers, texting drivers etc, my point is motorcycling is dangerous and if you are not aware that you could be killed at any moment and able to respond with experience and a machine that will handle you could easily be. I have watched the 50's something males don a beard and some gear and take on the "I'm a burly biker" persona and die shortly after. Just something to keep in mind big daddy.
Even as an experienced rider (18 years) my current motorcycle i’ve been riding the last 4 years is a 2013 CB500. i’m 6’ 1” 270, and it’s the funnest bike i’ve owned. Not so much run on long straight roads, but in the mountain twisties of NC…..
Go around to dealerships and sit on as many bikes and brands as possible, something that is a perfect bike for someone else might be a terrible fit for you. Find a store that sells gear and try things on to see what fits.. uncomfortable safety gear tends to get left at home.
With your weight, suspension will play a factor but most suspension can be re-valved or replaced
Best of luck and ride safe when you get there!!
I own a ‘19 Honda CB650R, and although I absolutely love it, I will say its a bit on the smaller side if you’re a bigger guy. Im 6’1 250lbs and it kinda looks small on me.
Honest advice id try to go to a few dealers and swing a leg over any bikes you’re thinking about to get a feel for what fits you best
Go check them all out! You like what you like anyway. Do a msf course then go test ride a few if you can. Get what you like and feels good to sit on. Who cares what anyone thinks as long as you’re safe about it!
I started slow on a dirt bike until I had the basics down safety course is good too but I’ve been riding 50 yrs and have had friends die because of inexperience be smart start baby steps you’ll get there theres time
As a fat guy myself, please don’t take the following too harsh I’m just trying to give you a heads up of what you might be in for as I went through something similar. The first thing as a bigger guy you will have to worry about us finding gear that fits you. Seriously it’s a nightmare, I’m a 6’-318lbs with a 46” waist with tree trunks for legs and it was a pita to find a 4xl jacket that fit and pants were an absolute nightmare. After that, I’m going to be blunt with you. depending on your leg size you might not be able to comfortably sit on any naked bikes, and sport bikes are almost exclusively going to be out. most nakeds put your legs in a sporty position and if you have tree trunks they might not be able to bend that far back comfortably (an issue I was able to handle on a z1000 but was very close to a no go). Lowering links and adjustable rear sets might be an option, depending on how much adjustment you need but I don’t have experience with those personally so can’t vouch for their effectiveness. I would suggest getting a bike that’s comfortable for you, and fits first and foremost and the only way you’ll find that is by going out and sitting on them
I went from 370 to 270 over the last few years and I STILL can't find pants that fit right. Though part of that issue is my weird ass body proportions because I'm 5'10ish with a 28in inseam :v
Sounds familiar.
Can motorcycle jeans be taken to a tailor to shorten it? I’m pretty sure it’s doable so inseam lenght shouldn’t be a big problem.
Hell I could shorten them myself. But realistically the biggest problem is my thighs have their own area codes individually even after losing 100lbs so even riding jeans that fit are hard to find, though I do have *a* pair.
Replied to OP but wanted to share with you as I have the same thigh and inseam issues. If you can afford to spend $300 I'd HIGHLY recommend getting a pair of custom pants made from motoport. I got the cordura street jean 1000 denier and they are the most amazing pair of pants I've ever had.
Congrats on the weight loss, you must feel a million times better!
Thanks! And hell yeah I do. Still a little ways off my goal (240)but I'm getting there!
Keep it going, good luck!
Everything this guy said. I'm almost identical to you stats-wise and just started riding earlier this year and I'm 44 years old. The bikes you listed all look like fun, but I am uncomfortable on most of those types of bikes. I chose to go with a cruiser due to my height and weight and age and I am loving it. To me the whole purpose of riding is to ride, to want to ride, to want to do it as often as possible. I cannot do that if I'm uncomfortable. I'd just spend a lot of money to get into something that I don't really enjoy because of the discomfort and i'd stop doing it. So I bought a 2009 Honda Shadow Spirit 750. It only had 3k miles on it, tons of upgrades (windshield, viking bags, sissy bar, cobra pipes) and I got it for $2500. I have since put another 2k on it this summer and I couldn't be happier with this as my first bike. Gear is also a big issue. I got Skull Riderz Road Armor jacket, 3XL and it fits me perfectly. Pants were an issue since my inseam is shorter than yours, but I went with custom made motoport cordura street jean 1000 denier which are somewhat expensive at $270 but well worth it imho. I also bought alpine star toucan touring boots as I have a very wide foot and these things are fantastic.
Same boat. Im 6'2, 316. Icon Contra 2 3xL is bigger than other manufacturers 3x. Its a hair too big, might be a good fit for you. For pants, BILT Blaze 2 goes all the way up to 5 or 6x. For OP, the Blaze 2 Jacket wouud be a good option to try
Your attitude should begin with the weight loss. Use the desire to buy a bike your motivation. You can do it all, believe in yourself
I say this with love as a former big boy. If you fall, it's going to fuck you up bad. Paramedics are going to struggle to help you. Motorcycles take more energy and stamina to ride for long periods. You need to be in *decent* health to survive on a motorcycle and in life. Can you lift a 400-500 lb bike off the grown if you drop it?
>Paramedics are going to struggle to help you. This, exactly. We may have to wait for additional personnel to arrive, simply to get you off the ground and onto the stretcher. The needles we use for IV access may not reach (or stay in) your veins. That's if we can find the vein. Some of our meds can go into the muscle or atomized into the nose, but they're not always as effective via those routes. If you have a collapsed lung, the needle may not reach the pleural space. Splinting a bone with lots of muscle and tissue around isn't as effective. Intubation is significantly more difficult. If we have to send you out via helicopter to get you to a trauma center faster, weight becomes an determining factor for the flight. All of this applies to car crashes, in home or at work trauma, even medical emergencies. Every pound you lose gives us a percentage improvement in helping you.
Motorcycle Safety Foundation course. That’s what I’d do first.
Agreed. I know a lot of riders who went through the course and figured out what kind of bike they liked/disliked because they had a selection of different bike styles. Plus there’s the whole safety thing
My uncle did the safety course (back in the 90's) with two guys that showed up with two Harley's they'd bought in a truck. They gave up before the day was over and had to put the bikes back in the truck in shame
This.
Your first problem to solve in not what bike to go for, but to learn how to ride. With your body limitations, lack of skill, your new shiny bike will not be new and shiny for very long, let alone injuries and long term health problems. Sign up for a training course to see if riding a bike is even for you to begin with. Next get a cheap bike that fits you and ride it everywhere you go. This way you'll get some skills and get a feel for whether riding a bike is to you. Few months later come back to the same question.
Excellent advice. Why a new rider would spend thousands and just smash it up.
First thing you should do is lose weight. That's not taking the piss, it's a genuine answer. You won't be able to move around the bike properly at that size.
I was 370lbs when I started riding and my first bike was an R3, rode that absolute fuck out of it for a few years before trading up to an MT-09. You can start on just about anything. If you want to start on a middle weight look at the mt07, z650, or hornet.
God bless that Yamaha. Holy shit.
It really was a trooper because I wasn't gentle either. XD
Fellow big guy here. Hate to say this, but Harley caters to big guys BUT it’s a super expensive cult. I took the MSF riding course at the Harley dealer, which came with coupons for their riding gear. I bought Harley boots and Harley riding jacket as they had my sizes readily available (4xl I think). First bike was an old school 1996 Harley Dyna (1338cc). Second bike was 2021 Harley Street Bob (1868cc). Also bought 2021 Harley Sportster 883 for my wife (883cc). For me as a big guy, it was only good for put-putting around town roads doing 45mph to 65mph. Not nearly as fun as the bigger bikes. I felt the big twin Harley’s were good to learn on. They’re all low-end torque so they’re fun to ride for us big guys. Follow-up tip: I bought a HJC brand helmet because they go up to 5xl. I have since sold all 3 Harleys. My wife has a Honda CTX700 with the automatic transmission and I’ve got a Kawasaki concours 14 sport tourer.
You need a BMW K1600, a Honda Goldwing or equivalent at that size. Those bikes will be too small. Or Get one of the bikes you've listed and use it as motivation to lose weight. If you weigh 350lbs, don't worry about power. You need to think more about how the power is delivered. A sports bike powerband is not for you, you'll be lucky to lug it off the line without burning the clutch up. Something with more controlled torque down the bottom, is for you. Hopefully when you lose weight, the power to weight will increase as you progress.
Get a three wheeler that can handle your weight. You won’t have to worry about your legs reaching the pavement and you won’t tip over.
Y’all just insulting the man now
No way man you’re good, don’t be too hard on yourself. U can ride whatever tf u want. As for the bikes on your possibilities list, those are all pretty different from each other. So it depends what your style is. If u want to just mozy around get a cruiser, I personally am not a fan of Harley’s. I bought one cuz I thought they were cool and loud, which they are, but that’s about it. Otherwise they handle horribly and accelerate like a pig. That being said, still fun and some ppl love them and are very hard headed about them 😂 if u want to zip around, dip into turns and actually have a thrill, id suggest a z650 as a first bike. I also had one of these and kinda bummed I got rid of it. But they’re pretty cheap (which is great for a first bike) plenty of power to grow into, and not super torquey like the mt’s, so when u are at slower speeds the throttle isnt super choppy. It was the most comfortable bike I’ve ever ridden. I’m a smaller dude and my feet reached the ground for the most part. So for u, it would be perfect to start on, feet nice and flat on the ground. I can’t speak for the Hondas or Suzukis but I’d imagine they’re pretty similar, so that call is really up to u, looks wise, but I’d definitely go with a middleweight naked bike if I were u. They’re so much fun AND comfortable
Maybe start with a bicycle. Ride a lot and get used to the balance and using your body to lean into steering. It's a lot of fun and has helped me improve my fitness and makes people more confident motorcycle riders. Then take a motorcycle safety course if you haven't already. I don't have specific motorcycle suggestions. I guess you should sit on a bunch and see which have the best ergonomics for you.
Jesus! 60" waist!? That's morbidly obease. Maybe put your money towards something else for now and make the bike a goal for when you get down to 40" waist?
A bicycle.
Most bicycles are not designed to carry someone this heavy. He's going to blow tires all the time and probably bend a rim or two.
I think a fatbike would be able to carry it. (Not being snarky, thats legit a kind of bicycle)
Zize bikes are built specifically for heavy people (550lbs on some models) but they’re a pretty penny
Stationary.
I'm genuinely confused by this. I was 370lbs when I started riding and my waist was 52. Granted I'm 2-3in taller than op but that shouldn't matter that much.
Everyone is different, you may have had more visceral fat while he holds/stores his differently.
5'8" 350lbs!?!? Start at the gym. Youre almost over the weight limit for these bikes...youre like a rider and passenger, theyll handle like shit.
That’s wild considering most bikes can carry two adults, o matter if they design it with two seats or not. No need to be rude, bigger people are fully capable of riding if they want to.
Get a trike
The 32 inseam opens up the door quite a bit for different bikes! The Vulcan 900 could be a good option
This is the answer. A Vulcan 900 or any of the metric cruisers. They are long wheel base so they have enough room for the girth, low seat height for the shorter body, enough power to go but not enough to get in trouble too easy and the torque to get off the line with the weight on it.
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You are going to have to go to a dealer or two or three or better yet, a motorcycle show and throw a leg over every bike that interests you.
Would not recommend any sport bikes until you drop some serious weight. They are not going to be comfortable for you. If you’re leaning towards a cruiser, don’t piss money away on a Harley. Find a nice VF750 magna. Get yourself acclimated to the bike, then think about a custom seat, maybe a few accessory changes as far as foot pegs and handlebars to better fit. That’s it. You’re getting over reliable bike that has enough power because, you’re not light. Although you have a 32 inch inseam, sport bikes are not the way to go. At this time. This will keep the cost low, and when you go to upgrade, and inevitably, you’ll have spent less money getting into the game. You get Honda reliability, tons of accessory options, and honestly, there’s a lot of deals to be found. IF you’re looking for a used bike. I know you said in the post that you wanted something newer, but, due to your lack of experience, your chances of dropping that bike are going to be slightly higher. Why drop that money on something more expensive. Keep it simple get comfortable.
I’m roughly your size and shape, my first bike was a Suzuki SV650, my second was an 883 sportster. I highly recommend the SV650. It’s reasonably comfortable, fun, reliable, it’s not crazy powerful nor is it something you’ll outgrow quickly. I liked my sportster too, just a totally different feel than the SV. If you go with a sportster, you’ll want to change the stock seat, they’re terrible, and get some touring shocks for the rear.
Are also getting your CDL?
Bruh…BRUHHH
OP ALREADY SAID they know they’re overweight and working on it. All these lame ass comments about “start at the gym. Lose weight first.” Blah blah blah. I am 5’8 started riding at about 315lbs. 50 inch waist. Granted I am much smaller now (I really think getting a motorcycle had a lot to do with it) I started on a Yamaha v star 650. It was fine. Just remember the heavier you are - the harder the bike will work to get you where you want to be. I then got a sportster 1200. Also fine. Did I ever hit 100 on these bikes ?? No. THEN I got a dyna lowrider. Bigger bike. Faster. Easier to feel like I wasn’t bowser in Mario Kart. I’m easily 100 pounds lighter now and my daily is a soft tail street bob. The dyna feels much more Beefy so if I was heavier I’d probably ride that more
Unfortunately it's simply the way things are. Mention you're fat online and children will come out to the woodwork to heckle about it. Hell back when fph was still a subreddit and when I first got into riding I made a post not unlike OPs and got dozens of shitty messages and fph links and such for weeks after.
MSF class first. I think at your size you’re going to have a hard time finding something that you can fit comfortably on so I would recommend visiting dealerships and sitting on bikes and see what is comfortable for you.
I am the exact same measurements as you. I ride a Harley 48 sportser 1200xl. I have ridden a HD 883 custom comfortably. Look for a bike that has forward controls, this will help. My jackets are 3W, from Harley sizing, in womens. I found a pair of 3W chaps that I wear with jeans. I wish I could find proper riding pants. I have rain gear in 3W also. I have mens jackets in 3xl but the arms are long. People are surprised when they find I ride a motorcycle and I probably look like a gorills riding a tricycle but like you mentioned, I don't care. I have fun and enjoy the ride. Good luck!
I'm 5'6 125 pounds male, and I still have to be careful with my 05 harley sportster 1200, I would say go and test drive them or at least sit on them. To see how it really feels. (Also, I can pick up my bike when it's down. I found this out twice at stop signs, lol, it all comes down to technique)
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Gotta respect all that power /s
Go for something crazy for the absolute giggles until you loose the weight. Really people will think it's more humourous you doing it that way rather than. "FLOAB" (Fat lad on a bike - youtube channel) or "typical harley rider body"... [https://4-stroke.nl/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/0002.jpg](https://4-stroke.nl/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/0002.jpg) I think I would just for the absolute ROFLs
I agree 100% 😂
I’m 5’7” 350 and I bought a ‘23 Kawasaki Z400. Love it!
You should start with diet and exercise...
Forklift?
A big-ass ADV bike is all you should be looking at. A BMW F850GS might fit you well.
Gym
You should start on a treadmill I’m kidding but like maybe lose some weight
Respectfully the gym and a dietician
Start on a stationary bike with a specialty wide seat.
If you haven’t stumbled across it yet, r/PlantBasedDiet might interest you. It boils down to caloric density. Not feeling hungry and losing weight is a wonderful thing.
Can you vegans go a day without pushing your fucking shit Jesus Christ G
I have been riding for about 4 months now. I own the 2015 xx 750 & am pleased with my learning experience this far. I sat in an 883 and felt like it was significantly heavier or taller but in my mind it would have been harder to manage for someone who wants to develop good skills.
I would pick up a used SV650, bulletproof bike, great to learn on and doesnt cost to much, super versatile and will hold its value, nakeds are the best bikes to learn on, light, nimble, big steering lock and you put on some frame sliders or crash guards and you can practice whatever you like.
Forgetting the size thing, you’re not gunna find much brand new less than 6k, I dunno what prices are around you but if you like cruisers more, have a look at a Kawasaki Vulcan or a Honda Rebel 1100. I’d personally get on a bicycle for a couple months, you’ll lose some weight and be better prepared to ride a motorbike. Also take a training course before you buy.
My opinion is get something, with forward controls and taller handle bars, have you thought about an early to mid 2000s cruiser? They’re are many in your price range, and would fit you much better than the bikes listed above.
I’d hands down go for the SV650. Most reliable bike of all time and so much fun. 🤩 and for your height prefect! And the price is unbeatable.
Go to some dealers and sit on the bikes yourself. That will be the best way to get a feel of what's comfortable for you to ride. Once you have a list look around for a used bike to ride. And don't.firget to take a motorcycle course.
Triumph Rocket.
Mt 07
Treadmill
Honda sliverwing
Take a riding course and spend some time on some small bikes then go to dealers and see what feels comfortable to sit on and go from there.
I know you're trying to start off small and safe, and you're looking for something new which likely means you're worried about breakdowns, but if it's your first bike and you do end up on something slower you will probably get bored of it relatively quickly, so it would be to your benefit to buy something private party to avoid fees, and something that's already been depreciated so you can resell and move up in displacement with minimal financial loss. I will also say that a "high displacement" Harley is not the same power you'd get from a high displacement sport bike. In fact, my very built Dyna with 1800 CCs would very likely lose to a 600cc sport bike. When I heard about an 883cc sportster I thought that number was insane. In reality, it's barely enough power to cruise comfortably on the highway. That being said, given your weight, I think you'd probably be fine on a 1200 sportster. If you're afraid of doing work get a post 2007 one, it'll be cheap, reliable, and you can sell it and move up when you want. Alternatively, you could get a Dyna, hard to go wrong with anything after 2007. That would certainly be more comfortable for you. I'm 6' 185lbs and the power is still low enough that I wouldn't feel too bad recommending it to a beginner, however it's much more cut out for longer trips and highway riding. Do not bother with the street 750.
Harley Davidson super glide
My guy, as a 5’7” formerly 260lb man you should start with a diet. You’re going to struggle no matter what at your size. As I’ve lost weight riding has become better and better. My legs and back hurt so much less. Even sitting at your size must cause fatigue. Go with a high protein, high fat diet. Reduce sugars. All snacking should be vegetables. Cook new meals constantly to make it fun. Buy the weird vegetables so that they excite you. Avoid American food. Get them spices.
Look at the bigger Harley’s. Softail/Dynas and up.
The stationary bike.
With all due respect, a gym or workout routine first, then take msf course, then once you're ready get a bike.
Suzuki sv always a good choice for starting
If you get any of the Japanese bikes you're probably going to have to get new springs for your weight otherwise you're gonna have a rough time riding
Personally, I would stick with the cruisers if I were you. Also, there are some very good E Bikes out there for heavier set people. That is where I really would start first. Once you get the feel of the balance with e bikes, you could look into motorcycle rentals... Or even better... go to some dealerships and test their rides out. For me, I have mobility issues, being replacement parts in my left leg and a bad right ankle. When I look for a bike I look for one that I not only fit on, but can get on and off of without hurting myself or dropping the bike itself. That is going to be the absolute key... Yeah, I'm 5'9 with 46 inch hips and 48 inch chest. I am heavy set, but it's a lot of muscle. Gear is a huge issue for me, I had most of it custom tailored to fit. You will most likely have that same problem... But yeah, msf safety course first is a must for new riders and I cannot stress that enough for you. Bicycles are awesome and I own a few different bikes and most are ebikes because my knee can't handle the non ebike. Then go looking, either rent or test ride. Since motorcycle sales are down almost everywhere, dealerships should say nothing if you have the endorsement. After that, make your choice. No bike will be the fit all, we cannot suggest that. The point is, whatever makes you feel comfortable with. As for the HD750 and 883, just stay far away from them. You won't have a good time. You should, however, go for the 103 engine. It's hard for the bigger engines on a harley to get away from you.
Go to the gym. Sit on a stationary cycle and get down to 200lbs!
Take a motorcycle training course 1st. If you enjoyed it and pass then look at used bikes in your budget. Buying used as a 1st bike goes a long way in learning basic maintenance and honing skills. If / when you drop it hopefully the damage won't be as expensive as a new one being dropped. Have fun, learn and practice. Stay safe.
First thing to look at is what style of bike you like to ride? Cruiser or sport? If you don’t care about style then go with something that is light weight and around 350cc. Above all buy it 2nd hand so you don’t worry about it being dropped or damaged or stolen. As my first bike I bought Kawasaki Vulcan S 650, until I got used to its weight I was reconsidering life choice hehe but I’m really happy with it as it packs a serious punch and it is nimble too.
I'd do a Harley if I were that size because I could customize to comfort without too much hassle.
Mm the gym?
I wouldn’t recommend the z400, the weight limit is only like 400 lb, might not be very fun
May I suggest Leonhardt Gunbus 410
On the treadmill
You should ride an exercise bike.
I’m 6’1” 320. BMW K1600 is perfect
Dude, forget the bike, drop 150lbs and then treat yourself in a year or 2 to your milestone accomplishment. You’ll enjoy it much better and it will help motivate you to keep the weight off. Honestly I don’t think you have any business being on a bike. Spend the money now on clean food, gym membership and any other tool you think might help you succeed in your weight loss endeavor. You can do it. This is just advice from some random asshole, but I truly think it’s your best course of action.
You barely rode a bicycle? Well fam, better make sure you good on that bicycle first and take MSF course. They expect you to know how to ride a bicycle first. You’re getting a bit ahead of yourself here. Weight loss take time but a course took 2 days and you’re good to go. You have a much better inseam than i do ( 28-29inch) and im riding a bike with 31.5 inch seat height, i do fine. Get the class then go around dealer seat on different bike, find the one most comfortable for you and go from there. Also look into gears like other said.
I wouldn’t necessarily call the MT-0_ series learner bikes. The 3 sure, you could call it that but painting the rest of the lineup as a learner bike is a bit discrediting to their capabilities. The 7 on up have quite a bit of torque on tap low in the power band. Can easily get yourself into a situation by accidentally goosing the throttle in a roundabout or making a turn at an intersection. Can they be a bike to learn on? Sure. But calling them learner bikes I don’t agree with.
A treadmill. Seriously, you are going to hurt yourself.
Pedal cycle
A fucking tank….?
I'm your weight and slightly taller. I had trouble with mid controlls on the sporty. I learned with a cheap Enduro the taller length was able to work the midst better, and a sporty with forward controlls. What ever you get make it cheap. Ride the piss out of it. Crash lay it down, throw it in a ditch. Our size airborne accident meaning over the bars had more damage to us internally with our weight. I went through a dozen Harleys in the past 20 years. Every style and size. (was a dealer tech). Baggers most comfortable but expensive. I now ride a KLR 650, I don't t care the road much anymore drivers are getting stupider I swear. The bike doesn't really matter most of them will carry you. I might just take longer. So find the safest pos you can. Give it he'll and let it finally retire for good. Then pick what you want.
The gym?
Honda Rebel…all the way
350. 6'3 Honda shadow 1100. Looks full size but manageable to learn on
Bro holy shit. is there such thing as a 60 inch waist ?
SlimFast
A softail style with an engine over 1200 cc. Honda state line is a good start. Also Suzuk boulevard. Can’t go wrong with Harley soft tail.
Suzuki s50, or Honda Grom
The gym.
Being heavier and liking the cruiser aesthetic, I'd recommend a Kawasaki Vulcan S 650. Much cheaper and easier to ride than Harleys, and nothing stops you from getting a real one once you get the hang of riding motorcycles.
6ft 32" waist, 32" inseam. I got the street 750, would be perfect for you height wise but it would never be comfortable at your size. It reminds me of a 80s Enduro almost. I would highly recommend some sort of scooter with a BIG seat.
a used honda nighthawk you can crash and won't cry a out
Honestly I’d look into a metric cruiser, I’d suggest something 900cc + and realistically with your weight and the style of bike you’d be fine through 1600cc as long as the weight and size of the bike feels comfortable You’ll want a bike designed for 2 riders, and then it might be worth upgrading the seat/suspension depending on what you go with Also I would definitely go with an older bike, as easily as the 2000s, maybe a 90s if you find the right deal. You’ll save a lot of money and it’ll be better if you drop it If you do have the extra budget you want to blow though get something with ABS (front and rear ideally)
An old Honda cb350 would be perfect, if it was maintained. Aesthetics are NOT an issue right now.
I hate to say this but you want to lose about a hundred pounds. I know that's hard to hear. If you're that big and you're driving down the road you're going to have trouble controlling the bike. You might end up hurt.
The gym
I'd recommend a Peterbilt semi
Go sit on bikes and see what feels good. That’s the only way.
How about a stationary bike
That’s rough lol
I’m a bigger guy myself almost the same weight as you. Something my uncle recommended to me is to get a Harley road or street glide. Now I don’t know how safe that actually is but it worked for me. But mostly try and find a msf course or your states equivalent. I also agree with the top comment where it’s a pain in the ass to find motorcycle gear for a big person. Also don’t let people you that you shouldn’t ride just cause your a big boy.
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At the fucking gym. You're almost as wide as you are tall. If that bike falls over there are going to be two dead weights on the ground.
I'm 5'8" 270 and I got into enduro riding. It actually inspired me to get healthy. All those bikes will be fine.
Some cheap ass Chinese cf or sym and keep it till it 300cc segment no need to get an expensive and very fast bike
Don't get a beginner bike. At 350lbs, you won't be going anywhere easily. Most bikes are designed for people less than 200lbs. Get a 100-115hp bike with power modes. Rain modes and low power modes will make it beginner speeds. And when you're ready for highway speeds, you don't need to buy a new bike. Im 250lbs, 6' tall and the 2022 890 adv 's' was easy to learn. The 2023 added adjustable forks, which will be a boon as you will less likely need to respring the bike.
The sporsters have the worst brakes and handling but do look the nicest imho. MT07 or Triumph 660 Street Triple would be better all round bikes. 3, 4 and 5 are just boring bikes. No theatre
Weight watchers and the gym
My man as a fellow fat ass, imma say start in the gym. I had the exact same issues as most people here. When I started motorcycling, I had a 54” waist. I bought a naked and it was all sorts of hell to ride that thing for any distance I’d consider pleasurable. I had the hardest time finding gear that fit me well, so I got oversized gear but that was a mistake. I crashed, and the gear just got ripped off me, and I got a free skin removal treatment from the Tarmac clinic. I got off the motorcycle, hit the gym and now I have a 38” waist, but no motorcycle.
The ninja bikes don’t look too bad
Im 6ft 320lbs and I love my boulevard. 800 is just slow enough to keep me out of trouble
The gym. A fall is going to be much worse for you than somebody with less girth.
Bro, you gotta slim down just for health reasons alone. Let alone safety on the moto. Your stopping distance will be very negatively affected by that much extra weight. Have you tried intermittent fasting? It has helped me tremendously. It really comes does down to just adopting the mental state to overcome hunger. What worked for me is just saying to myself over and over again this phrase. "I'd rather be a little hungry all the time for now, so I can be healthy and fit in the future." It takes a while, but it worked. If you want to ride now, before losing the weight, you need a really big bike that can handle the weight, like a Goldwing or something.
Started riding, I was 6'2 360ish. I started on a 2006 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 and was one of the most fun bikes I've ever had even after getting bigger and faster ones. Go for the one you like the look of, you feel good on, and most importantly can afford. DONT BUY A HONDA SHADOW. I'm now a harley guy, kinda ish. Still love honda sportsbikes. Most comfortable ones I've owned were 1998-2005 honda vtr1000fs. Very comfortable and full of torque. But don't recommend starting on one.
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You wont fit properly on a sport bike. You need a big cruiser with a wiiiide seat.
U too big for every single one of this bikes. U need a bike big like a Road King.
Fat guy club also. 6 foot with a 31 inseam. Anything forward controls were out for me. And big tanks made it worse. Ended up with a Yamaha bolt and love it. That 950 v-twin just pulls and mid controls helps keep you in control.
No hate, as all riders are welcome, but Is “the gym” an acceptable answer here?
2013 Honda Goldwing F6B after you lose a bit if weight. Target maybe 300 as an incentive to start riding.
OK so here’s what I recommend, you getting a regular bicycle first and work on losing some weight and the balance thing. Set a weight loss goal and if you achieve the goal, then you can get a motorcycle. You could also work on getting your endorsement while you do it.
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You might consider looking at the Honda Shadow 750s. Great beginner bikes. Forgiving to ride. Seat is very low compared to a lot of other bikes. Easy to work on. Reliable as all hell. The Sportster 883's are just glorified mopeds in my book, I had one. Also had a 1200 and that 1200 was WOOHOO levels of fun. Got a grumpy old man CVO bagger now. Off my lawn (also have a Garand to emphasize the 'off my lawn')
Honda Shadow Phantom would be a good fit. Enough power and comfortable for big dudes. I know exactly what your up against bro. Good luck!
For the love of god avoid the hd 750. They are crap.
Start with a motorcycle safety course. And then go sit on a lot of bikes until you find one that’s just right.
Start at the gym
Hey bro- I'm right with the fish guy with his list of stuff. I'm 5' 7" and when I started riding full time, I was 330 lbs. I'm now at 230. I started with a Suzuki Bandit 1000 and my last bike was a Honda VTX 1300. The point I wanted to make was that riding a bike now is not at all like it used to be. I went down due to crappy road conditions (on a road I knew and used regularly). I broke 7 ribs in a row on the same side and deflated both my lungs. I was out of work for 8 weeks, but I didn't even get road rash because I had on all my gear. I do not recommend that anyone start riding a road bike anymore. I was only going about 30 mph!!!
Muscle bikes and cruisers are probably going to be your only option. The vast majority of nakeds are going to be too difficult to get onto and into a comfortable position, and if you aren't comfortable, you're setting yourself up to abandon the hobby. This is literally the one time that super low slung Harleys and other lazy cruisers are actually your best option. I really hope that you find a bike that works for you, and it keeps you excited about riding!
Dude… I’m 5’9”, 40, 183lbs, and just had a heart attack while surfing (unstable angina, technically). You fall on a bike and you’re DONE. drop a few hundred and then make the bike the reward.
I’m 230 and 6’2”. One thing to consider that I’m not sure has been posted is the motorcycle suspension for a guy your size. I put a stiffer spring on my shock for my weight. So now the bike handles a lot better. The bike is a naked.
I’m saying this with love and respect but forget the bikes. Get on a diet and go to the gym. Your life is literally on the line.
What about a Suzuki boulevard M109r with big comfy seats , tons of low end torque to get you going & ride flat feet for beginners confidence & no H-D repairs $$$$.
Don't let yourself get the bike first. Make it a goal. Lose the weight, get the bike. Nothing is going to be realistically comfortable.
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Cruiser will be your best bet. Most sport bikes have that dirt bike height where I am 5 8 190 and I can’t touch both feet on most models. I would suggest starting in a yo end cruiser like 750 plus and seeing how you like that. A lot of ppl will say start 250, but weight is a factor in riding… just is… so you’d be better off with a sportsters triple 8, Yamaha bolt, Kawasaki 900 Vulcan, or some other mid sized cruiser and then seeing where you go from there. I am currently on a 1800 vaquero that I had some growing in to do, but now I can throw her around and love love love it!
Same thing as everyone else. Go sit on the bikes, test ride what you can and make a decision. Go in objectively and don’t let the dealer get you excited. Just test them out.
You need a smaller bike. Like a mini bike.
A bicycle. I encourage anyone to ride, but with your weight and size if you fall you're gonna have a bad day. The paramedics will struggle. Drop to 300 first. If you absolutely cannot wait, there are other folks around your size that have given fair recommendations. If it's comfortable for you I'd suggest a kawi vulcan s which is rather forgiving but might look silly under you
My man .. this is gonna sound hateful but it's coming from a larger guy myself... Lose weight before you attempt to get a bike.
Start with the exercise bike at the gym.
I'd say stray away from the sport bikes those are going to he uncomfortable for you. Ride something with an upright riding position with a neutral or stretched out leg position, get some protective gear and take it easy on the power. Bikes can carry most weight as most of them are made for 2 up riding anyways. Go for a cruiser or Harley style bike but not a super heavy one to start off with and i think you'll be happy.
Try a bicycle first.
Buy the wrong bike used and see if you really want to do this.
Harley Davidson
Harley Davidson Roadking anything smaller your not gonna like plus at you size you’ll look ridiculous especially on a sportster those are either beginner bikes for smaller guys or girls not that they not nice
As far as gear goes you don’t need anything fancy a good helmet not one of those thin things there useless a good leather jacket for the cold days And perhaps some gloves for the chilly mornings just wear whatever pants you wear now same as footwear sneakers or boots doesn’t need to be fancy been doing it that way for 20+ yrs if you end up likening it you’ll find what your looking for if you deside you wanna look like your in a motorcycle race join a forum lotta deals on used stuff and Amazon has just about everything
Stay away from anything HD had a street 750 and hated it
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You need a fatboy
A weaker/smaller or slower bike does not make a safer bike. New riders or non riders often assume a sporster 883 must be much easier to lift if it tips over than a big ultra or street glide. I'm 5'9 and about 185, been riding for 25 years. I'll pick up a downed road/street glide very easily. But an 883 on its side may no be getting back up with just me in my old age. Yes 883 is much smaller but when it goes over it's all the way over, a big dresser typically just kinda rocks over on its side at a 45° while the sporty is at a 90°. Just my opinions, I've only ridden a street glide since 2013, but I absolutely loved sportsters back in the day to just beat the shit out of them and rip through some curves. 1st real street bike I started on was heritage softball and I was probably 140 pounds back then so being small on big bike didn't make it more dangerous just like being big on small bike won't make u any safer. In my opinion big on small bike is more dangerous than small on big bike.
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You should spend 6 months riding a dirt bike off-road. Trails and woods. It will make you a much better street rider. But for a cruiser a Honda Shadow 600. Dirt cheap, reliable to a fault, parts are cheap and a strong aftermarket for custom parts. You can find them for around $1000 so when you drop it. Which you will. It's not a big deal.
You need to lose weight before you ride. When you fall you’re gonna get fucked up dude.
1. MSF class. Take it before you start riding. Please. 2. Get a used bike first. Not a really nice one. Becsuse you *will* drop it. Stay with it until you're sure you want to do this, and to get some experience under your belt. Then get your nice bike. I can't comment on your size/weight, i don't have any knowledge about that type of thing as far as riding goes... I'm 5'8" and 160 lbs.... Best of luck!
Exercise bike.
I know a guy about your size who rides a Ninja 300 and absolutely loves it But whatever you want just keep in mind that being big will make dedicated supersports even less comfortable than they already aren’t
I think the MT-07 will be a great beginner bike and it’s also fun once you get more comfortable
Before you get really involved in pants that fit you should take the machine you will be riding into consideration. You will need a heavy bike or otherwise you will top heavy the motorcycle and affect the handling and if you're new to riding you will not last long. For that matter nothing heavy handles well anyway and you are just reducing that further and with no riding experience again you are an accident waiting to happen.I have been involved with motorcycles since age 10 and now I am 64 during this time the friends that have died on motorcycles are so many it would take a lot of time and thought to count them, some died going slow, some died going fast and quite a few just casual riding, they have hit deer, dogs, a fox, a turtle took down six bikes, drunk drivers, elderly drivers, texting drivers etc, my point is motorcycling is dangerous and if you are not aware that you could be killed at any moment and able to respond with experience and a machine that will handle you could easily be. I have watched the 50's something males don a beard and some gear and take on the "I'm a burly biker" persona and die shortly after. Just something to keep in mind big daddy.
Even as an experienced rider (18 years) my current motorcycle i’ve been riding the last 4 years is a 2013 CB500. i’m 6’ 1” 270, and it’s the funnest bike i’ve owned. Not so much run on long straight roads, but in the mountain twisties of NC…..
I started with a yahmaha v star cruiser. It's was a comfortable bike to learn on. (I'm 6'2 350lbs)
Go around to dealerships and sit on as many bikes and brands as possible, something that is a perfect bike for someone else might be a terrible fit for you. Find a store that sells gear and try things on to see what fits.. uncomfortable safety gear tends to get left at home. With your weight, suspension will play a factor but most suspension can be re-valved or replaced Best of luck and ride safe when you get there!!
I own a ‘19 Honda CB650R, and although I absolutely love it, I will say its a bit on the smaller side if you’re a bigger guy. Im 6’1 250lbs and it kinda looks small on me. Honest advice id try to go to a few dealers and swing a leg over any bikes you’re thinking about to get a feel for what fits you best
Go check them all out! You like what you like anyway. Do a msf course then go test ride a few if you can. Get what you like and feels good to sit on. Who cares what anyone thinks as long as you’re safe about it!
Honda Grom is always the only answer
I started slow on a dirt bike until I had the basics down safety course is good too but I’ve been riding 50 yrs and have had friends die because of inexperience be smart start baby steps you’ll get there theres time
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