Results 1 to 40 of 41

Thread: how tall doy ou have to be to ride the CBR1000

Hybrid View

  1. 09-21-2011, 09:54 AM #1
    1civic
    1civic is offline
    Senior Member | IA Veteran 1civic's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Douglasville
    Age
    45
    Posts
    6,449
    Rep Power
    31

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by David88vert View Post
    Bike is way too fast for your first bike.
    You won't be able to flat-foot it, but a decent rider could ride it without an issue.
    Since you are inexperienced, you may drop it.
    Agreed, I hated to lean on one foot... I'd lower the bike!!
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  2. 09-21-2011, 10:43 AM #2
    David88vert
    David88vert is offline
    Slowest Car on IA David88vert's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2002
    Location
    Johns Creek
    Age
    53
    Posts
    8,378
    Rep Power
    37

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by 1civic View Post
    Agreed, I hated to lean on one foot... I'd lower the bike!!
    Lowering the bike reduces ground clearance. Unless you ride in a straight line only, there is no use in doing that.
    "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  3. 09-21-2011, 11:06 AM #3
    1civic
    1civic is offline
    Senior Member | IA Veteran 1civic's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Douglasville
    Age
    45
    Posts
    6,449
    Rep Power
    31

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by David88vert View Post
    Lowering the bike reduces ground clearance. Unless you ride in a straight line only, there is no use in doing that.
    bike is not setup for his weight anyways...
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  4. 09-21-2011, 11:09 AM #4
    03RCode
    03RCode is offline
    Windshields hate me. 03RCode's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2007
    Location
    Hiawassee, GA
    Age
    36
    Posts
    9,047
    Rep Power
    36

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by 1civic View Post
    bike is not setup for his weight anyways...
    Regardless of if it's been setup for him or not lowering the bike reduces lean angle, which for me atleast is a no-no.


    5' 6" You'll be one footing. If it's your first bike insurance will be ridiculous. WAYYY too fast for a learner bike anyway. I say pass on it.
    -Zach-
    2010 Toyota Tundra- Daily on 37's
    1994 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 -FOR SALE
    1987 Toyota Pickup - Toy

    "The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm here to help." -Ronald Reagan

    Quote Originally Posted by Catnip View Post
    it was big, made mine look small, probably didn't use all of it
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  5. 09-21-2011, 11:26 AM #5
    1civic
    1civic is offline
    Senior Member | IA Veteran 1civic's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Douglasville
    Age
    45
    Posts
    6,449
    Rep Power
    31

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by 03RCode View Post
    Regardless of if it's been setup for him or not lowering the bike reduces lean angle, which for me atleast is a no-no.


    5' 6" You'll be one footing. If it's your first bike insurance will be ridiculous. WAYYY too fast for a learner bike anyway. I say pass on it.
    Agreed!!
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  6. 09-21-2011, 11:39 AM #6
    David88vert
    David88vert is offline
    Slowest Car on IA David88vert's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2002
    Location
    Johns Creek
    Age
    53
    Posts
    8,378
    Rep Power
    37

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by 1civic View Post
    bike is not setup for his weight anyways...
    Suspension on the 1000 is adjustable, and the stock suspension is not very far off from his weight.
    "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  7. 09-21-2011, 12:03 PM #7
    1civic
    1civic is offline
    Senior Member | IA Veteran 1civic's Avatar
    Join Date
    Oct 2005
    Location
    Douglasville
    Age
    45
    Posts
    6,449
    Rep Power
    31

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by David88vert View Post
    Suspension on the 1000 is adjustable, and the stock suspension is not very far off from his weight.
    Lean angle for him would not matter, considering he's a noob.. And I know it's adjustable for someone who knows how to do it, but a 1000 is a bit much to learn on..
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  8. 09-21-2011, 12:11 PM #8
    03RCode
    03RCode is offline
    Windshields hate me. 03RCode's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2007
    Location
    Hiawassee, GA
    Age
    36
    Posts
    9,047
    Rep Power
    36

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by David88vert View Post
    Suspension on the 1000 is adjustable, and the stock suspension is not very far off from his weight.
    I need a few minutes alone with your R1... Such a beautiful bike. God I miss mine
    -Zach-
    2010 Toyota Tundra- Daily on 37's
    1994 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 -FOR SALE
    1987 Toyota Pickup - Toy

    "The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm here to help." -Ronald Reagan

    Quote Originally Posted by Catnip View Post
    it was big, made mine look small, probably didn't use all of it
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  9. 09-21-2011, 12:50 PM #9
    David88vert
    David88vert is offline
    Slowest Car on IA David88vert's Avatar
    Join Date
    Nov 2002
    Location
    Johns Creek
    Age
    53
    Posts
    8,378
    Rep Power
    37

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by 03RCode View Post
    I need a few minutes alone with your R1... Such a beautiful bike. God I miss mine
    Probably taking it back up to the mtns on Saturday just to ride around.
    "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
  10. 09-21-2011, 12:55 PM #10
    03RCode
    03RCode is offline
    Windshields hate me. 03RCode's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2007
    Location
    Hiawassee, GA
    Age
    36
    Posts
    9,047
    Rep Power
    36

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by David88vert View Post
    Probably taking it back up to the mtns on Saturday just to ride around.
    Shoot me a PM before you head up. I live in the mountains and would love to check it out.
    -Zach-
    2010 Toyota Tundra- Daily on 37's
    1994 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 -FOR SALE
    1987 Toyota Pickup - Toy

    "The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm here to help." -Ronald Reagan

    Quote Originally Posted by Catnip View Post
    it was big, made mine look small, probably didn't use all of it
    Reply With Quote Reply With Quote
« Sept riding | Purple Pipes »

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Forum Rules

About us
ImportAtlanta is a community of gearheads and car enthusiasts. It does not matter what kind of car or bike you drive, IA is an open community for any gearhead. Whether you're looking for advice on a performance build or posting your wheels for sale, you're welcome here!
Announcement
Welcome back to ImportAtlanta. We are currently undergoing many changes, so please report any issues you encounter with the site using the 'Contact Us' button below. Thank you!