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Old 08-11-2008, 01:42 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Am i too tall????

Just went to have a look at the 08 R6 at my local dealer and was devestated that it seemed so small!??? I'm only 5'10" and felt a little hunched compared to the other bikes. It wasn't uncomfortable but just made me wonder if I was not right for it, would rearsets help me out in any way or am I stuck with the GSXR for life! All help appreciated!

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Old 08-11-2008, 02:35 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I'm 5'10 the R6 is perfect. The 06-08 isn't really a street bike. If you want to race or go to the track it's the right bike. If you wanna ride street.... CBR or GSXR.
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Old 08-28-2008, 12:15 PM   #3 (permalink)
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I'm 6'1" and bought my 06 R6 after riding an '01 gixxer 600...The ergos on the Gixxer were more comfortable and I admit it took me a few rides to get used to the R6 but I love it.
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i am 6 ft but people say i look giant on the r6

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Old 09-01-2008, 12:45 AM   #5 (permalink)
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I'm 6'3' and it is fine for me I look like donkey kong but I can ride the bike to the edge MOST of the time and I can really man handle it!
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