Seat position
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VRIIClubby
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6'3" @ 253 lbs, mine is on H, also feel like I was being pushed forward during my break in time, I have either adapted to the forward feeling or dont realise it's happening now...
My gripe would be the peg positioning with my longer legs, back a smidge would be ideal
My gripe would be the peg positioning with my longer legs, back a smidge would be ideal
xleeb0y13x
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I think it's just a personal thing. I'm 5'10" 155lbs and I have it set low. I like to be able to flat foot standing and have space between me and the bike.
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linkgt
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6'0" here. I have it on high and it's a lot more comfortable on my legs. They dont cramp as fast as they did before.
^^^ This!
it won't shift your forward leaning/body position, it doesn't seem like much, but after riding for a while, you will notice less strain on your legs if you are a taller rider...
Jay and I both did it on a ride after riding for a few months, we hit Skyline with Veranth (haven't heard anything else from him since he got the fjr...) and he had his raised... did it right on the side of the road
it won't shift your forward leaning/body position, it doesn't seem like much, but after riding for a while, you will notice less strain on your legs if you are a taller rider...
Jay and I both did it on a ride after riding for a few months, we hit Skyline with Veranth (haven't heard anything else from him since he got the fjr...) and he had his raised... did it right on the side of the road
I use the high position and like it, wish I had a little more room for these long legs though. But I know what you mean... From the side it looks kinda funny being able to see under the seat.
gettin' sporty
5'8"
Started on L, with the bars in the factory position, revved at 3.5k, naked slippery tank.
A year later, the seat is on H, the bars are as low and forward as possible, revving at 6k+ when cruising, and have tank grip to allow my legs/core to support my weight when leaning forward. Total upgrade $40.
Upshot -- evolve at your own speed, try everything, see what you like.
5'8"
Started on L, with the bars in the factory position, revved at 3.5k, naked slippery tank.
A year later, the seat is on H, the bars are as low and forward as possible, revving at 6k+ when cruising, and have tank grip to allow my legs/core to support my weight when leaning forward. Total upgrade $40.
Upshot -- evolve at your own speed, try everything, see what you like.
5'7"
I tried H for one ride, hated it. Felt like I was teetering over the bike, not with it. Made me feel very uncomfortable in curves. Of course, I do have handlebar raisers, so maybe the combo was just too much. Didn't feel like it helped with my knee angle at all, I just had my ankles bent less.
I tried H for one ride, hated it. Felt like I was teetering over the bike, not with it. Made me feel very uncomfortable in curves. Of course, I do have handlebar raisers, so maybe the combo was just too much. Didn't feel like it helped with my knee angle at all, I just had my ankles bent less.
Bert-Aus
Well-Known Member
I have mine set on H (5'11" or 180cm) and I flat foot no matter what (except on steep cross falls).
In regards to leaning forward, that is all rider inclination/ preference.
I have noticed over time that by perching forward you place more of your weight forward bearing down on front forks (which can cause a slippy rear, esp when braking),
this also reduces how much you can tuck down and over for cornering or high speed.
If you slide your bum backwards and tuck down you can lean your body out and down further for tighter cornering.
Watch Moto2 or Moto3 for a prime example of their positioning on bikes for aerodynamics and cornering, or in MotoGP Crutchlow, Bradl (I watch those guys as they are around my height)
In regards to leaning forward, that is all rider inclination/ preference.
I have noticed over time that by perching forward you place more of your weight forward bearing down on front forks (which can cause a slippy rear, esp when braking),
this also reduces how much you can tuck down and over for cornering or high speed.
If you slide your bum backwards and tuck down you can lean your body out and down further for tighter cornering.
Watch Moto2 or Moto3 for a prime example of their positioning on bikes for aerodynamics and cornering, or in MotoGP Crutchlow, Bradl (I watch those guys as they are around my height)
Im 5'8" and took the seat link out altogether! I had it on low the first couple of weeks but I like it better now with no link as I can flat foot no problem. I feel more comfortable now. Everyone is different tho so try them all and whatever works for you is right 
My hubby is 6'5 and if he was to ride my bike he would have the link set on high.
My hubby is 6'5 and if he was to ride my bike he would have the link set on high.
wrists
You notice any more pressure on your wrists or hands since you took the link out? I also too the link and the rubber pieces off the seat.Im 5'8" and took the seat link out altogether! I had it on low the first couple of weeks but I like it better now with no link as I can flat foot no problem. I feel more comfortable now. Everyone is different tho so try them all and whatever works for you is right
My hubby is 6'5 and if he was to ride my bike he would have the link set on high.
Nope none at all. Feels very comfortable for me. Is it bothering your wrists or shoulders then? I left the seat as it was.