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Forum index -   Wanna buy: 6'5" riders + ?
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12bravomike
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Joined: 14 Jun 2014
Posts: 9
Location: Wisconsin

PostPosted: Mon Jun 16, 2014 9:22 am Reply with quote

Hello tall guys,
which models and/or aftermarket folks have you used to better fit you?

I've got a 36" inseam on 6'5" frame, would like a newer 1200, but I see the seat height is only 33.5". Is this a doable and comfortable transition or should I just stick with my 950 Adventure?
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bgone
MTS: 2004 1000 DS (Red)

   

Joined: 18 Feb 2008
Posts: 453
Location: USA/Indiana

PostPosted: Mon Jun 16, 2014 2:39 pm Reply with quote

I'm about 6'4" and have been kinda looking at a 2nd gen bike. I've done a little looking and I believe Touratech has a high seat and there are options for peg lowering (I can't remember where)

http://www.touratech-usa.com/Store/3304/...da-1200-2012-on
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moby34
MTS: 2010 1200S (Red)

   

Joined: 15 Sep 2011
Posts: 2633
Location: Chicago Suburbs, USA

PostPosted: Mon Jun 16, 2014 4:29 pm Reply with quote

I'm only 6' with 32" inseam, but is very comfortable to me. I cannot see any bike being more comfortable for taller riders. Best to take a test ride.
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SamsonNg
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Joined: 24 Oct 2007
Posts: 18
Location: San Francisco

PostPosted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 2:51 pm Reply with quote

I'm 6'3" with a 34 inch inseam, it's perfect!
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Habanero
MTS: 2006 1000S DS (Custom colour)

   

Joined: 06 Jun 2005
Posts: 2634
Location: Seattle

PostPosted: Wed Jul 02, 2014 3:54 pm Reply with quote

Mike, have you tried the first generation Multi's?

The 1200 seems cramped to me by comparison.

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DirtFun
MTS: 2006 1000S DS (Black)

   

Joined: 06 Sep 2012
Posts: 343
Location: Orlando, Florida

PostPosted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 11:09 am Reply with quote

I'm 6'4 with 33 inseam and my 06 MS fits me great, which is one of the many things i like about it.

If you can, keep the Ktm for dirt work -- an awesome bike -- and get a first generation MS for pure street work!

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Lazytrader
MTS: 2004 1000 DS (Red)

   

Joined: 29 Mar 2014
Posts: 139
Location: CT USA

PostPosted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 11:31 am Reply with quote

Im 6'5" and have an 04. Fits me great and had to get a new windscreen. I have seen those footpegs that give the rider and additional 2" but my legs seem fine.
I will say that I do make the bike look small. You can see that on my videos. I have posted a few videos of me riding it on here and youtube.

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