scotto Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'm 6'3" with a 36" inseam. I'm 64 yrs. young and not real flexible anymore. Am I too big for a 07? I love bikes with the pegs directly below or slightly (1-2") to the rear and a slight tilt to the upper body toward the handlebars. Sort of think it will look like I'm riding a pit /monkey bike. Biggest concern is legroom. Owned a '01 SV650N and loved it. 07 sounds like it's reincarnation. Will I fit? Thanks in advance for your opinions. Please Mister Fantasy play us a tune, something to make us all happy. Stevie Winwood / Traffic, 1967 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ralph Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'am fine at 67 5ft 10" and 33 in seam best way is see if you can get at least a sit on one, you will likely find the seat a bit hard so can have that built up for comfort and a bit straighter legs, other than that the bike is great for us oldy's, nice and light feels like a 250 but with enough go to keep you interested and you don't have to rev it hard, with good fuel consumption has well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twowheeladdict Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I would recommend the Versys 650, or Vstrom 650. I fit fine at 5' 11" 32" inseam, but I couldn't imagine being comfortable at your height and age. I'm 54. If you want to stay naked and light, the 690 duke or moto guzzi griso. Good luck. 2015 FZ-07 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator Guru Posted March 19, 2016 Global Moderator Share Posted March 19, 2016 Sure you will fit. Who cares what it looks like,as long as you feel comfortable. The only way to really know is head to a dealer and sit on one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member biggaudi Posted March 19, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'm 6'3", 34 inseam and I'm pretty comfortable. I did invest in a Corbin seat though. I do find I have to lean forward slightly to get a comfortable bend in my arms, which is easy enough if I just remind myself to relax on the bike. Moving the pegs down and slightly back would probably also improve comfort I think. IMO I'm splitting hairs a bit, but bottom line is risers and/or different handle bars (or just handle bar position), adjustable rear set, and a comfier seat would benefit a taller rider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member so1102 Posted March 19, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted March 19, 2016 Check out http://cycle-ergo.com -- it's a great website where you can pick different bikes, plug in your height and inseam, and it will show you what the ergonomics would look like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 The engine alone is hard to pass up on this bike and like most others, adjustments (aftermarket parts) can be made to suit your size. I suggest going to a dealership and talking with the guys there about it. They should be knowledgeable and there may be one there you can sit on or even test ride. Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator sorkyah Posted March 19, 2016 Global Moderator Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'm 6'1 32" inseam bike seemed a bit too upright for my liking. i moved the pegs back about 2in and dropped the bars 1/2" now it feels wonderful ATGATT... ATTATT, two acronyms I live by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07echelon Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 You'll never know for sure until you actually sit on one. Go to a nearby dealer and sit on some. Who knows, you might end up leaving with a different bike in mind. 2015 FZ07 Gallery: http://fz07.org/thread/4304/07echelons-gallery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Eastern Kayaker Posted March 19, 2016 Premium Member Share Posted March 19, 2016 Welcome! Check the Yamaha motorsports website to see what street bike demos are near you. Also, check if a local dealer has a test ride FZ-07 available for you to take out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotto Posted March 19, 2016 Author Share Posted March 19, 2016 Thanks for all the replies guys. I will check out the ergo website now. I had an '01 SV650N for 12 years so I can have a baseline to compare to. Sorkyah, how did you move the footpegs back 2" if you don't mind me asking? Please Mister Fantasy play us a tune, something to make us all happy. Stevie Winwood / Traffic, 1967 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator sorkyah Posted March 20, 2016 Global Moderator Share Posted March 20, 2016 Thanks for all the replies guys. I will check out the ergo website now. I had an '01 SV650N for 12 years so I can have a baseline to compare to. Sorkyah, how did you move the footpegs back 2" if you don't mind me asking? i had a set of adapter brackets fabbed up ATGATT... ATTATT, two acronyms I live by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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