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Posted 7/7/2005 7:57:06 AM
 

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I’m thinking of purchasing a Vulcan 800, but most of dealers that I’ve talked to keep telling me this bike is too small for me. My height is 6’2” and weight is 200 lbs.
I will be riding on both highways and back roads. Is this true?


Gary Fussell
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Posted 7/13/2005 10:09:30 PM
 

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Hey Gary, I'm 5'11" 225#. I fit great &
am extremely comfortable. The ride is comfortable in either condition. I reccomend it highly! GOOD LUCK.

Robbie Stockton
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Posted 8/27/2005 8:32:31 PM
 

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I have the classic and weight 265lbs
5' 10"
You well need to adjust the shock, it is set at its lowest setting when you buy it and consider a new seat and replacing the grips and shifter and add cruise control and change the handel bars oh and add a tach....You might want to consider a diffrent make bike in the end...

D.L.R.
Madison, Ohio

Dan
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Posted 9/22/2005 9:17:19 PM
 

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No you don't need a bigger bike. I am 200 lbs. myself and have no problems. It has a good seat but if you can swing the $350 or more for a mustang seat it is worth it.

jim
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Posted 1/1/2006 11:29:44 PM
 

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I'm 5'11" and 218lbs and I love my 05 800A!!!! If its what ya want go for it. Take a used one for a test ride first. Then you'll know! Good Luck!

Robert Kurczeski
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