Best 250cc cruiser for a tall guy

stan114, Apr 27, 5:15am

Hi there. Just wondering what would be the best 250cc cruiser for me. I am 6'3 , so dont want to look like I am a Praying Mantis while riding. Thanks

sifty, Apr 27, 6:32am

probably doesn't want to look like a sheila either.

kazbanz, Apr 27, 7:09am

Have a look at either the suzuki 250 v twin or the kawasaki v twin
Both of them are set up for normal sized people

74nova, Apr 27, 8:24am

Better hurry, hes only got three 2 left.

Have a look at a 250 Honda Magna.

petemun, Apr 27, 1:26pm

I agree.

Incase you're thinking a cruiser is your only choice for a big 250 its not.

stan114, Apr 27, 4:57pm

Thanks for that guys. Dont think I'll be going for the scooter.hahaha

tinzaroo, Apr 27, 5:04pm

My husband has this one. He's only 5ft 11, but he certainly doesn't look too big for it.

doug207, Apr 27, 6:27pm

Hyosung GV250.
Yamaha XV250 Virago
Honda VT250c Magna.
Excellent bikes for what they are.
They the Hyosung GT250 also, it should fit you quite well.
Avoid the Honda Rebel and Suzuki GZ250, they're laughably small and underpowered.

Or, wait to see if the LAMS laws come in to effect this year and buy a restricted Hyosung GV650 Aquilia.

stan114, Apr 27, 7:51pm

Been looking at the Hyosungs. Looks like a nice bike.
Want to get my license before the law changes. Have they decided how the "power to weight" thing is gonna get worked out yet!

doug207, Apr 27, 7:55pm

Start a thread on www.kiwibiker.co.nz and I'm sure someone can help with LAMS rules.

supernova2, Apr 27, 9:50pm

Mate had a Bergman - b awesome thing.Im not really into bike but I'd be quite happy with a Bergman/IMHO is a "bike" that looks like a "scooter"

tigadee, May 8, 1:29pm

Definitely the Hyosung GV250 or Honda Magna VT250C. Those are the only two large cruisers and possibly the Keeway too. The Suzukis, both the Intruder and Marauder, Honda Rebel, Kawasaki EL250 Eliminator and Yamaha Virago are too small, really designed for Japanese riders.

wrong2, May 8, 1:34pm

no 250's come under the title "best"

they ALL are painfull to operate at highway speeds

tonyrockyhorror, May 8, 1:39pm

Burgman. Berg is going to tear you a new one if he sees this!

tigadee, May 8, 7:39pm

Unless you put a windscreen on.

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