My first bike was a V-Star 950. Bought new in 2009. I'm 6'2" at over 300lbs. I love this bike! Added handlebar risers and Ultimate seats with a backrest. Comfortable, nimble, and great power! Okay, I added a bunch of other stuff for aesthetics, like V&H Big Radius pipes, chrome, engine guard, cone filter, coil cover, and other stuff. Designed and machined my own passenger floorboard adapters. Still have it, just over 10,000 km. Will trade wife and kids before this bike.
Jacques Johnson big beginner? Get a KLR 650 or any UPRIGHT bike. The seating position on cruisers WILL get you killed. Trust a guy who easily has 3x the miles under his belt than this guy does. He is a squid. Never ever listen to a squid.
I'm 6-0, 395lbs, I recently got a new old stock Vstar950, I put a Mustang touring seat on it, Im in the bike and saddle brand new for 6500 before tax and have zero complaints.
I'm glad I started on an upright bike. The maneuverability saved me a few times. Cruisers tend to be more sluggish with the input response. Not all cruisers of course. Take the Harley riding course. They will start you on a 520lb 500cc bike for training. It will help build your confidence.
My 2012 Vstar 950 is great! I'm 6'1 350lbs and it hauls me all over the country! I've had it a year and probably will upgrade next summer just cause I'm wanting more power. It's a great beginner and intermediate riders!
@@swskitso not yet,I put it up for sale but this covid stuff started and people haven't been working. I put it up for sale again this year so we shall see if I can get something different.
@@dannys_dodge98 i got my 2007 1300 last year with the first stimulus, with another stimulus and tax season on the way there will be a lot of vehicles changing hands soon.
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
I just purchased a 2009 Vstar 950 this month for $3000 and it has only 3400 miles I love it im 6’4 230pds and it’s got plenty of room I was sold on it when I watched your video on it thanks again Sean
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
I’m a Harley guy - I ride a Softail Springer. I wave to everyone and I don’t care if it’s Japanese, German, or American. A bike is a bike and I’m happy to ride with anyone.
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
Lessons learned from a 6'7" dude weighing over 300lbs for most of his riding career.... 1. Budget for suspension. As mentioned in the video, basically no bike out there is made for your weight off the factory floor. I rode stock suspension for years, but when I finally did pony up for some suspension work, the difference was night and day. The bike feels much more in control and responsive to you, as opposed to the rocking horse effect you get when you weigh more than double what the bike was set up for. 2) Be honest with yourself when you're sitting on that bike as to how well it fits you. Yes, some bikes can be modified to get a bit more legroom or raise the clipons (talking more sportbikes now, obviously), but these are incremental changes. If you don't fit, you don't fit. Thankfully, with the explosion in popularity of naked bikes over the last few years, finding comfortable options has become way easier.
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
I bought my 950 two years ago as my first bike. Im 5'4 & love the 950. Good power & torque for its class. Its sad that yamaha discontinued all of their cruisers except the bolt & 250.
I'm begginer but I'm bit afraid is 950cc too much power for my stage of driving and is it to heavy?I'm 6.3 f tall and I was considering of buying dragstar 650.But this One is much more beautiful for me.What were your impressions since this was Your first bike?Dis you have enough confidence to ride it at the beginning ?
@@dejanjanjic125 for larger guys a 950 is manageable. However with larger bikes it is important to know about push/pull stearing, this is not something to learn from a youtube comment if you dont know about it you need to research it. With smaller bikes you can throw your weight around and cheat your way through turns but with a large bike its weight can get the best of you then you, when someone says the bike just wanted to go straight this is what happened to them.
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
I'm 5'11 280. Road a 2011 950 V-Star Tourer for 7 years. Great Bike. I added pipes & K&N Air Filter & Power Commander V with a Dyno tune & heated Grips and a Mustang Seat. Tune really woke her up. Lot of great memories with it.
6'1 290ISH. Went out and got a VTX 1300c. I absolutely love it. But I do have to admit. After only four months, I'm already eyeballing the 1800. Super great and informative video.
I recently bought my first bike. V-Star 650. I'm 6'5" 275lbs. Excellent starter bike. Keeps you from going dangerously fast. Personally, I don't regret getting it. But if you want something you can grow into more, I'd get one bigger than a 650. The bike itself fits my size well though.
My first bike was a KZ 400, my second bike 35 years later in an Ultra Classic. You think that’s nuts? One of my friends inherited a 90 Gold Wing, which he was going to sell. Decided to keep it. Had never ridden anything bigger than a Dirt Squirt. Took the MSF, and began riding the Gold Wing, slowly but surely. Now he has a 2006 Gold Wing.
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
Hi all together, i bought my 950 Midnight Star in 2022, she war born in 2014. i am in a big love with bis awesome cruiser. I’m 6‘2“ tall and 220ibs…fits perfekt. I changed a few things like: Miller exhaust with racing db eater, sissybar, leather saddlebags, saddleman seat, Hepco & Becker Crashbar, highway pegs, s small lamp mask(small batwing), chrome neck cover, i ride mostly long distances like daytrips or i go on holiday. From switzerland to the UK or austria, germany and greece. I love that bike…when i ride it, it uses under 4 liter petrol, i never wanna go off her 😅 Enjoy that amazing bike
6'6" 250lbs here. I ride a Kawasaki KLR 650 and it's got a lot of real world potential to accommodate a big fella. 1 thing to think about is it's flat bench seat. You can slide back to whatever seated position works for you and not be forced into the standard driver position that almost every other bike has. I raised the handlebars and lowered the footpegs and can ride this thing standing up straight.
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
Im 5’4 & can flat foot this bike. Its one of the reasons why i bought it. Its also my first bike at (27 years old) ive had it since early 2017. I was gonna go for my dream bike (yamaha warrior), but i couldnt really flat foot it & id have to spend a good amount of money to feel comfortable on it...plus insurance was cheaper on the 950!
Thanks for this. I’m 6’8” and heavier than I care to admit. I’ve been looking for a good bike for when I can start riding. This is the first real recommendation I’ve found. I was about resigned to buying a HD 1200 or something.
Check the Honda VTX1300 or VTX 1800. He has a vid on the 1300. He Mentions in this video is a bit of a step up from this bike. Good Luck Brother and keep at least one wheel on the road. God Bless!
Thanks! I'm 6 foot, 463 lbs and looking for my first bike. I appreciate this video cuz I was lost looking for something that I can get on without hurting myself or the bike.
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
Agree. VStars exist in every class size for different size and aged riders. Best overall beginner bike for the first year or two if you had to pick one line for everybody.
Im 340 6'2, my wifes VT1100 felt like i was Andre The Giant ridin a moped. My first bike is a VTX 1800N... talk about rooom. SRK, yall got me hooked on em with your video. HAD to, just HAD to get one. Hope to see yall in NE some day.
After test riding a few, the V Star 1300 is a great one also (6'1" 255lbs). It is really easy to ride just like the 950 with very little weight difference, and a little more room to grow into. Both are super nice bikes for the money.
@@muelasperu The 1300 rides like a beach cruiser, way more forgiving than comparable bikes. I say go ride one first before you buy, you'll probably be pleasantly surprised.
I thought id be cramped with the factory floorboards.. an thought about goin FCs... but the floorboards actually feel somewhat comfy. I have no problem shift or getting a pinched nerve or nothin. Definitley gotta sit on a bike an put both feet up, scooch around an wiggle your butt. Cuz ya gonna sit up off it for a second an shift in the seat from time to time. Shawn does AMAZING reviews. Thats fo sho!
@Curtis Sherwood to small for me. 6'6" long legs, old, knees simply do not like being bent that much. I did a 2007 Victory KP with 4" extensions on the floor boards, works great.
Thanks for making these videos....im 6'4 320 and all my friends that ride keep telling me get a busa get boulevard or a zx14 for my first bike but watching all your vids on the 950 help me make my decision not to kill myself riding outside of my comfort zone
Busa or ZX-14 for first bike? It is possible of course. But your friends must not like you very much if they want you to get yourself killed. Or they are just plain stupid
A Vulcan was my first bike. I didn’t like it at first, to be honest, but I was kind of stuck with it and 6 months later I was very sad to sell it. 900 cc is really all I needed on Maui and it even worked on the gravel road out to Hana. My current BMW R1100R is grand for the leeward side of the Big Island and needs less maintenance. Any bike could be a lifetime bike but the challenge of a different bike every couple of years is what I like. There is no one bike to rule them all.
I still have my 2012 I bought new. Love mine. Rode it from western NC to Warner robins GA. Average about 50 mpg. I added windshield lowers, cobra drag pipes, cobra air intake, cobra Fi system, highway bars. I'm 5'10 and 230lbs. Pulls great even with my wife on the back
I’m a big guy my first real everyday rider was a vtx1300, it’s a awesome bike and I still have it. Also have a zx-14 which is even better as far as power and even comfort for a sports bike I feel comfortable on it and theirs more than enough power.
I took the course and received my endorsement about 3 years ago but I never bought a bike because I was over the road. Now I’m off the road and running local and I’m looking for a bike I’m 5’11 330 lbs I would like a sport bike but I feel overly big on the gsxr 750 I’ve been looking at a Honda interceptor it’s a 800 and a sport touring bike and Honda Fury checked out some Vtx when I come across them but I’ve been trying to track down a Boulevard C90 do you have any suggestions or recommendations
Thanks for this video I’m a bigger dude looking for a bike I’m about 6’3” 300lbs and your right it’s not easy finding a comfortable bike being so large in stature. funny thing is I was watching your video on the silver wing 500 and actually got my gigantic self on one and put some miles in with my dad a few weeks back now it was a bit awkward but it did the job we made some awesome memories and that’s what it’s all about and the bike was exactly how you described it’s a great bike and surprised me with its capabilities.
Don't be left behind ‼️ 👉A - Admit Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness. Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness _______________________________________ 👉B - Believe Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ________________________________________ 👉C - Confess and Choose Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved Dint be left behind ‼️
Yeah, I used to have a v star 1100. I recently bought a 2015 v star 950 same color as this one only with Viking bags. I believe it has more torque. Longer wheelbase too. I’m 5 ft 4 and was pleased to be able to shorten the shift rod to fit my left foot. I plan to install some 1 1/2 inch pull back risers on the handlebars.
6'5 350lbs. Been riding an 85 yamaha virago 700 for a year! Yes it looks as silly as it sounds. Fun little bike though. Looking to jump up to a yamaha raider next! Edit: Rode 2 years on the Virago. Was a great starter bike. Bought a 2010 Yamaha Raider. Night and day difference in power and comfort. But wouldn't be nearly as comfortable if I didn't have a good beginner bike. All that matters in a first bike is that you learn the basics, and get comfortable going fast on 2 wheels. -It doesn't matter what you ride, but where you're going -Shaun.
Hello, I'm 6'4 and 245lbs whenever I was younger I rode whatever I could afford. I started with a 650 yamaha special and I liked it, moved on to a 750 honda cb 4cylinder and that's one of my picks for riding around town on backroads. This year I decided to get a honda 1100 ACE to ride after a 20 year break from motorcycles and it's alright for me. I really enjoy the low profile and the heal shifter.
Tired every way to get a hold of you guys from phone calls, texts and emails for the last 3 weeks trying to buy a bike but no response so thanks for that.
@@MartyMcFlyGuy Right now I drive a Yamaha XVS 1100 from 2001 with extended Controls. It's a bit small, but it's gorgeous looking. I've also had a Honda Varadero XL1000 1999 and a Suzuki VStrom DL1000 2008.
They had some 250 cc variants of that bike at my MSF class. They did end up putting the tall guys on them, so, I think you're right about them being great for tall people. They seemed pretty comfy on them. I think I would throw some street tires on them if you're not planning to use them off road. Dual sport tires tend to wear out faster on the street than street tires.
I wish y'all still sold bikes . Thanks for the video I just bought a house so I'm going to give it a couple months but hopefully about mid-fall I'm going to buy a bike I haven't had a bike in 5 years now and I think it's going to be a cruiser like this pretty sure thanks for the videos man and I love the scriptures too!
I've never owned a bike below 1000cc's. I'm 6'1" and currently weigh over 250. My first bike back in the '80s was a Gold Wing GL1100. It was faster than a scorched rabbit and barely anything on the street could touch it. It wasn't a full dresser so I was spared that weight and I weighed less back then, too. I currently ride a Kawasaki Vulcan Nomad 1600 and I'm very happy with it. I also own a 1500 Nomad, but they changed enough about the geometry and such with that bike that the 1600 suits me better. I wouldn't have any qualms recommending a Nomad or a Vulcan 900 to a larger rider who was new. If it's your first bike just don't get something new and expensive, it will bother you less if you drop it, and get engine guards.
6’ 4” here. First bike was a 97 Ninja which was ok given the way you sit. Finally bought a cruiser after not having a bike for 20 years. Picked up a 06 Street Bob. Tossed on forward controls and a different seat to accommodate my giraffe legs. Super comfortable on it.
My first bike was an Intruder 1400 which I bought new in 1999. I was in my 20’s but was mature enough to manage to stay alive until now. Anyone can start on a bigger bike as long as they exercise caution. Great review.
I was always taught not to ever drive down the middle of the road on a motorcycle. The reason being, it is the middle where oil and other deposits will build up, especially during rain. I notice you are riding down the middle. What are you thoughts on this? Thanks.
Hi massive fan of your self and the business you have built, could you do a vid on good naked beginner bikes for 6,4 peeps... If you get chance regular view of yours 😀 Keep up the good work... From England Manchester
Anything in the 650cc range works just fine. I'm 6'7" and have fluctuated from 250 to 340lbs, and my first bike was a SV650. After modifying the pegs to drop them about an inch, it was great. Once you get more confidence, jump to a FZ/MT-09. Absolutely the best big guy naked bike, once you sort the suspension. Lots of legroom, and the big banana seat lets you put yourself wherever you need to be. I track mine all the time and it's a riot, my favorite bike I've owned hands-down.
When I FIRST STARTED RIDING I loved my Yamaha . I Just hated car drivers constantly almost running me off the road. I didn't see you was their response always. Use your Mirrors. The Yamaha always felt balanced to me.
Just wanted to say thanks for the reviews your videos helped me discover the vtx 1800r and I finally went out and bought one, couldn't be happier with the comfort and power. I'm not huge on how it looks but that can be easily changed, keep up the awesome vids 👍
Bjorn Stenberg I feel this comment Sean’s review videos helped me make the jump on buying my vtx1300c coming from riding a ninja 500r and briefly a 883 sportster. My budget options gave me either A 1200 sporty or a Vtx 1300 (had opportunity to ride a 1200 but never rode a Vtx) after watching several videos of Sean’s I found a Vtx I liked and got it and am still glad I did over the sporty.
Spot on! I'm extra grande, and this was my first real motorcycle. I sold it because I thought I needed a bigger bike...but I really didn't. Should've kept it a couple more years and put some money into it to make it a better bike for bigger miles.
@@silverbullet836 I have seen testimonials of people driving the 950 in places like Arizona, Texas on 110 degree days, and have zero issues in traffic.
Finally a video for big guys I just purchased a 04 victory vagas The other problem I'm finding is gear. Helmets are no problem, but jackets pants are the issue
I am 6.2 in height. I love bikes. I have been riding since I was 12. I am 55 now. I have not been to church in over 30 years but thank you for your Bible verse that you always begin with. Much loved. In Australia, we are pretty stiff about God stuff. But we are straight talkers. Thanks again. Keep up those Bible verses. It's good.
6'02 215lbs FZ1 Hayabusa GSX1000R After the Busa I went smaller after I hit 65. Don't be afraid of power on a 1st bike. Discipline yourself, don't get ahead of your skill level. Any bike can kill you. For most riders most bikes will do far more than their skill level. Trust and respect what it can do. It does what it's designed for. The only variable is the rider.
My First bike was an 08 V-Star 1100 Classic. I sprained my ankle test riding it -_____-. But I ended up getting used to it, and loved it. Dropped it after 4 months, but still loved it lol.
I been working hard to buy my Husband a first bike he loved this bike but with all the cost of living I can't afford it. His life's been hard and he lost his first wife in 08 at a young age and had heart issues and can't work anymore as a trucker or do anything anymore, His fiftieth birthday is coming up in September and I pray he can have one wish come true for he gives so much to me and goes without. Thanks for sharing and putting a smile on his face it's all hope and trust in God. Maybe we can find a used cheaper bike for him and give him life and joy driven again, one wish he says a wish for a dreamer.
here you give a priceless lesson about matching a motorcycle with a rider......no matter what you like, better take what you actually need.thanks a lot . keep preeching the words of wisdom ( motorcycling is a religion, right??...::))
I was a fan of that platform of bike for a little while. My first new off the showroom floor bike was a 2015 Kawi Vulcan 900 LT. Loved everything about that bike - except the rear suspension. I don't know what Kawasaki was thinking, but that rear suspension was a kidney punching, spine cruncher. I used to flinch when I saw even small hitches in the pavement in front of me. I guess that is how they keep them so cheap. I put Michelin Commander II tires on it and a Mustang seat, and that helped a little bit, but it was still too harsh a ride for my (mature) body. ;) Maybe Yamaha has done a better job.
Use to be 5. 7 but with age im probably 5.6 now and barely a buck twenty. Rode everything i could as a young pup, then took a 30 yr break. Went to craigslist and found a 2000 intruder 1400. Was a non runner for something to do. Got it running and took first spin. And went and dropped it at a standstill. Does that scare me or make me want a lighter bike? No, just means i need to spend more time in the seat to get use to balance of a heavier bike.
I'm 6'2" 290lbs. My first road legal bike ever was a Kawasaki Vulcan 900 full dress. It was a really nice bike but it was too underpowered for me. This was my first road legal motorcycle but i did grow up on dirt bikes so I knew how to ride. If you are very confident that you'll be able to handle a large CC bike, then don't let someone talk you into something that might be too underpowered.
73 years old, started riding seriously over 53 years ago. I've owned 90cc bikes, 250cc, 500cc and a few 1200cc Harleys. All that said, at my age this 950 sounds like just what I'd be comfortable with. Just want to go cruise with my wife on the back. Oh yeah, I'm like 6'3'' and 240lbs, she's 5'6" and about 140lbs.
I've owned this exact bike since 2015. I have put over 30.000 miles on it. It still looks great and runs like a singer sewing machine. She fires up after storage every year and rain or shine. Yep i gave $4800.00 for it. 3 years old and 9000 miles on her. I have my back rest though. Just got her set up for this year's season. Better air cleaner, vance & hines exhaust and a complete fuel commander set up and i got about 15 more ponys out of her. I have a 77 Triumph T140V and a 78 Kawasaki KZ650Sr and this 2012 Yamaha xvs950 vstar. The last bike I'm buying off my buddie and that's a 2010 Harley Davidson Road King. A nice 1970 CB750K would be cool. Me and my buddies all ride different bikes. Al has a 2013 Yamaha Raider 1900. Tim a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan. Dale a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird 1600 i think. Glenn a 2010 Yamaha 1100 vstar. Mark a 2015 Indian Roadmaster. Top has a 2018 Harley Davidson CVO road king. Dave a 2020 Kawasaki verses 650. Dennis a 2019 harley 1200 iron. Jerry a 2008 Indian chief 1800. Tom has a 2010 Victory not sure which one as its all customed out. Nikki has a Harley 2008 Road king. So were a Pretty diverse bunch of guys.
It's a shame that Yamaha left the cruiser market. Granted, the market (and customers) are dying. I have a 2007 Stratoliner, and for my puroposes, best bike ever built. Used ones are now becoming scarce and so cheap I may pick one up as a donor,. Yeah, right, a donor for a Yamaha - It will still be running in 50 years. Still have a Tenere on my list.
Only just seen this video I'm 36 not been riding long currently on a lexmoto lxr 125 cc this is definitely my next long term bike my preferred style (cruiser) I'm 5'10 around 250lbs and as.shaun mentioned sort of bike you can customise to however you like
HEY SEAN, SRK > LOVE YOUR VIDEOS & EVERYTHING YOU AND YOUR COMPANY STANDS FOR > 260LBS 6'2" / YOU INSPIRED NEW RIDERS / TAKING CLASSES/ GOD BLESS / GOD WILLING ONE DAY I MIGHT BUY MY FIRST BIKE FROM YOU THANQ
Yes thank you for letting the big guys no what they can get into. Cuz my first was a 84 magna. Warn out lol. No room not very fun after an hour squished nutts up against the tank etc...
How tall are you. I always feel guys reviewing the bikes should always mention thier height as it lets the viewer put a perspective on they would look on the bike.
I'm a large chap when I passed my test 7 years ago my first bike was a kawasaki vn900 used to ride that bike all over the UK keeped it for 2 years and my second bike and still ride it is a triumph rocket 3
If your 6 feet or more buying a beginner bike is often a mistake. Sportsters and shadows just don’t work well for us. My suggestion is always the same...Kawasaki 900. Nice full frame like a softail without the huge engine
I am 197cm tall, 100kg big guy. Today ive bought kawasaki vulcan 900 classic. It feels ok to sit but still a bit to small for me. My knees just above the tank. When iam tryung to turn it hurts my knees. Greeps punching it. So i need to raise a handlebar and do smth with the seat and pegs. Overall feels ok. Hope i will fix everything by next season
I got a Suzuki 650 that was too small (S40) then got a Suzuki 650 that was too tall (DL650) then got a bike that was perfect. (Honda NC700X) Until I upgraded the seat & now it's too tall. They should just make adjustable height seats! How hard would that be? Bicycles had them for a century!
You can start and stay on a 950 forever. I took a shadow 750 from NV to FL in about 4 days, they're fine bikes at that size. That said, I hated it and it was underpowered, Honda needs to bring back statelines.
I got a new old stock 2015 Vstar 950 for $5999 recently, and as a guy who is 6 foot tall, and 395lbs, it's not bad, but upgrading the saddle is a must, I couldn't go more than an hour without being in a good amount of pain, I put a Mustang touring saddle on it and have no complaints. Given, it's not fast, and it doesn't like going over 65-70 for long distances.
I can tell you for sure these bikes cruise at higher speeds with no problem. These are high revving engines, different than harleys. Ive cruised at 80-85 in highway with no problem! The majority of 950 owners will tell you the same thing 👍
@@tonyg5292 I love Hayabusas! Was the bike I liked best!! Everyone I spoke with told me not to for a beginner. I ended up with a cbr 600 f4i. Already bored. Lol.
can you do this same video for someone getting back to riding - not a beginner - more something to upgrade to? So many beginner videos - no experienced. Thanks!
My son is looking to get into riding. He is around 5'-8" tall and weighs in around 250 pounds. I am not sure where to even point him. I started out riding when I was young on dirt bikes. Due to life I was never able to get him into riding. So this is all new to him. He drives truck for a living so he understand the clutch and shifting. Where would be a good starting point?
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My first bike was a V-Star 950. Bought new in 2009. I'm 6'2" at over 300lbs. I love this bike! Added handlebar risers and Ultimate seats with a backrest. Comfortable, nimble, and great power! Okay, I added a bunch of other stuff for aesthetics, like V&H Big Radius pipes, chrome, engine guard, cone filter, coil cover, and other stuff. Designed and machined my own passenger floorboard adapters. Still have it, just over 10,000 km. Will trade wife and kids before this bike.
Thanks for the testimony , i'm concidering a 09' , not many miles on it (supposably ) and only3.5K .
Thanks. I'm 6 ft 2 and 300 lb as well. I'll be looking at this. A used one, because I don't have a lot of money. But HIS grace is sufficient❤
Thanks for thinking of the Big Beginner! I’m 6-4, 275 and enjoy hearing more what applies to me as Potential new rider.
Jacques Johnson big beginner? Get a KLR 650 or any UPRIGHT bike. The seating position on cruisers WILL get you killed. Trust a guy who easily has 3x the miles under his belt than this guy does. He is a squid. Never ever listen to a squid.
Ducati Hyper821 thx! I’ve been mostly looking at the small cc enduro/adventure bikes. I’m all ears.
@@code23hyper44 Why are you calling him a squid? He's wearing a helmet, jacket and gloves. Maybe not full gear all the time but not a squid for sure.
I'm 6-0, 395lbs, I recently got a new old stock Vstar950, I put a Mustang touring seat on it, Im in the bike and saddle brand new for 6500 before tax and have zero complaints.
I'm glad I started on an upright bike. The maneuverability saved me a few times. Cruisers tend to be more sluggish with the input response. Not all cruisers of course. Take the Harley riding course. They will start you on a 520lb 500cc bike for training. It will help build your confidence.
My 2012 Vstar 950 is great! I'm 6'1 350lbs and it hauls me all over the country! I've had it a year and probably will upgrade next summer just cause I'm wanting more power. It's a great beginner and intermediate riders!
New season, have you upgraded yet?
@@swskitso not yet,I put it up for sale but this covid stuff started and people haven't been working. I put it up for sale again this year so we shall see if I can get something different.
@@dannys_dodge98 i got my 2007 1300 last year with the first stimulus, with another stimulus and tax season on the way there will be a lot of vehicles changing hands soon.
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John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
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Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
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I just purchased a 2009 Vstar 950 this month for $3000 and it has only 3400 miles I love it im 6’4 230pds and it’s got plenty of room I was sold on it when I watched your video on it thanks again Sean
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Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.
Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death.
I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
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Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
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Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life
Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved
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I’m a Harley guy - I ride a Softail Springer. I wave to everyone and I don’t care if it’s Japanese, German, or American. A bike is a bike and I’m happy to ride with anyone.
I have a Suzuki 650 savage chopper 😄.
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👉A - Admit
Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.
Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death.
I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
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👉B - Believe
Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
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👉C - Confess and Choose
Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life
Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved
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Lessons learned from a 6'7" dude weighing over 300lbs for most of his riding career.... 1. Budget for suspension. As mentioned in the video, basically no bike out there is made for your weight off the factory floor. I rode stock suspension for years, but when I finally did pony up for some suspension work, the difference was night and day. The bike feels much more in control and responsive to you, as opposed to the rocking horse effect you get when you weigh more than double what the bike was set up for. 2) Be honest with yourself when you're sitting on that bike as to how well it fits you. Yes, some bikes can be modified to get a bit more legroom or raise the clipons (talking more sportbikes now, obviously), but these are incremental changes. If you don't fit, you don't fit. Thankfully, with the explosion in popularity of naked bikes over the last few years, finding comfortable options has become way easier.
Thanks for your Comment Michael, very helpful for me
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Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.
Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death.
I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
_______________________________________
👉B - Believe
Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
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👉C - Confess and Choose
Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life
Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved
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I bought my 950 two years ago as my first bike. Im 5'4 & love the 950. Good power & torque for its class. Its sad that yamaha discontinued all of their cruisers except the bolt & 250.
I'm begginer but I'm bit afraid is 950cc too much power for my stage of driving and is it to heavy?I'm 6.3 f tall and I was considering of buying dragstar 650.But this One is much more beautiful for me.What were your impressions since this was Your first bike?Dis you have enough confidence to ride it at the beginning ?
@@dejanjanjic125 for larger guys a 950 is manageable. However with larger bikes it is important to know about push/pull stearing, this is not something to learn from a youtube comment if you dont know about it you need to research it.
With smaller bikes you can throw your weight around and cheat your way through turns but with a large bike its weight can get the best of you then you, when someone says the bike just wanted to go straight this is what happened to them.
I own a 2012 v star 950. Its a great bike. has enough power to cruise 70-75 all day. Looks amazing, get tons of comments on the looks. Ride on !!
Don't be left behind ‼️
👉A - Admit
Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.
Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death.
I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
_______________________________________
👉B - Believe
Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
________________________________________
👉C - Confess and Choose
Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life
Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved
Dint be left behind ‼️
I'm 5'11 280. Road a 2011 950 V-Star Tourer for 7 years. Great Bike. I added pipes & K&N Air Filter & Power Commander V with a Dyno tune & heated Grips and a Mustang Seat. Tune really woke her up. Lot of great memories with it.
6'1 290ISH. Went out and got a VTX 1300c. I absolutely love it. But I do have to admit. After only four months, I'm already eyeballing the 1800. Super great and informative video.
Do you recommend the 1300 fora new Ryder ?
As a 6'2" fat bastard, this has been the best video I've tracked down to get back into riding. Thanks and Cheers!
im a 6'2" fat bastard too! didd you get one?
I recently bought my first bike. V-Star 650. I'm 6'5" 275lbs. Excellent starter bike. Keeps you from going dangerously fast. Personally, I don't regret getting it. But if you want something you can grow into more, I'd get one bigger than a 650. The bike itself fits my size well though.
My first bike was a KZ 400, my second bike 35 years later in an Ultra Classic. You think that’s nuts? One of my friends inherited a 90 Gold Wing, which he was going to sell. Decided to keep it. Had never ridden anything bigger than a Dirt Squirt. Took the MSF, and began riding the Gold Wing, slowly but surely. Now he has a 2006 Gold Wing.
I think the vstar 950 is one of the best looking cruisers ever made.
Don't be left behind ‼️
👉A - Admit
Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.
Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death.
I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
_______________________________________
👉B - Believe
Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
________________________________________
👉C - Confess and Choose
Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life
Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved
Dint be left behind ‼️
Hi all together, i bought my 950 Midnight Star in 2022, she war born in 2014. i am in a big love with bis awesome cruiser. I’m 6‘2“ tall and 220ibs…fits perfekt. I changed a few things like: Miller exhaust with racing db eater, sissybar, leather saddlebags, saddleman seat, Hepco & Becker Crashbar, highway pegs, s small lamp mask(small batwing), chrome neck cover, i ride mostly long distances like daytrips or i go on holiday. From switzerland to the UK or austria, germany and greece. I love that bike…when i ride it, it uses under 4 liter petrol, i never wanna go off her 😅 Enjoy that amazing bike
6'6" 250lbs here. I ride a Kawasaki KLR 650 and it's got a lot of real world potential to accommodate a big fella. 1 thing to think about is it's flat bench seat. You can slide back to whatever seated position works for you and not be forced into the standard driver position that almost every other bike has. I raised the handlebars and lowered the footpegs and can ride this thing standing up straight.
Don't be left behind ‼️
👉A - Admit
Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.
Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death.
I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
_______________________________________
👉B - Believe
Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
________________________________________
👉C - Confess and Choose
Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life
Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved
Dint be left behind ‼️
Most people in the comment section are like “I am 6’0 , 6’1 , 6’2 , 6’3 , and 6’4 etc.” and meanwhile I barely reach 5’6 lol 😂
I'm 5'7"and can put both feet flat on ground of my 950 v star. Great bike!
Im 5’4 & can flat foot this bike. Its one of the reasons why i bought it. Its also my first bike at (27 years old) ive had it since early 2017.
I was gonna go for my dream bike (yamaha warrior), but i couldnt really flat foot it & id have to spend a good amount of money to feel comfortable on it...plus insurance was cheaper on the 950!
I am 6'8
Thanks for this. I’m 6’8” and heavier than I care to admit. I’ve been looking for a good bike for when I can start riding. This is the first real recommendation I’ve found. I was about resigned to buying a HD 1200 or something.
thewok I’m 6’7” and 18 stone so really interested to see how you get on
I'm interested to know what you purchase and how comfortable it is, with your dimensions, as I'm similar.
This was the video I have waited years for thank you so much. 6'5" and 400 lbs. Former college lineman and looking for my first bike! You are the man!
Check the Honda VTX1300 or VTX 1800. He has a vid on the 1300. He Mentions in this video is a bit of a step up from this bike. Good Luck Brother and keep at least one wheel on the road. God Bless!
@@TheGreesmunke thank you sir!
Thanks! I'm 6 foot, 463 lbs and looking for my first bike. I appreciate this video cuz I was lost looking for something that I can get on without hurting myself or the bike.
Don't be left behind ‼️
👉A - Admit
Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.
Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death.
I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
_______________________________________
👉B - Believe
Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
________________________________________
👉C - Confess and Choose
Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life
Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved
Dint be left behind ‼️
My first is a Silverado 1100 I'm 5'9" 200lbs. I absolutely love it. It's heavy and slower than other bikes, but I'm happy with everything.
I’m 6’4 300, already fell in love with the V-Star. Can’t wait to get one.
Agree. VStars exist in every class size for different size and aged riders. Best overall beginner bike for the first year or two if you had to pick one line for everybody.
Im 340 6'2, my wifes VT1100 felt like i was Andre The Giant ridin a moped.
My first bike is a VTX 1800N... talk about rooom. SRK, yall got me hooked on em with your video. HAD to, just HAD to get one. Hope to see yall in NE some day.
Finally nobody covers this thanks i been asking this question for a long time
I found my knees stick way over the tank on the V-star. the Honda VTX feels right to me. VTX is less than 5k too. God Bless!!!
VTX 1800 has twice the HP too.
Bought my 2012 950 V Star last June because of one of your videos! I love it.
Thanks for the info I'm 6'3" or 6'4" tall and I'm gonna say 300 lbs so hearing what bikes are great starters for someone like me.
After test riding a few, the V Star 1300 is a great one also (6'1" 255lbs). It is really easy to ride just like the 950 with very little weight difference, and a little more room to grow into. Both are super nice bikes for the money.
I ride a 650 v star I sold it im in trading a 950 vstar and 1300 v star with one is the best for me??do u think it's a big jump from 650 to 1300???
@@muelasperu The 1300 rides like a beach cruiser, way more forgiving than comparable bikes. I say go ride one first before you buy, you'll probably be pleasantly surprised.
@@timtimtimmay4654 thanks for the tip
finding bikes for bigger and Taller guys is a problem. anyone over 6'2" with legs really needs to look around.
I thought id be cramped with the factory floorboards.. an thought about goin FCs... but the floorboards actually feel somewhat comfy. I have no problem shift or getting a pinched nerve or nothin.
Definitley gotta sit on a bike an put both feet up, scooch around an wiggle your butt. Cuz ya gonna sit up off it for a second an shift in the seat from time to time. Shawn does AMAZING reviews. Thats fo sho!
@Curtis Sherwood to small for me. 6'6" long legs, old, knees simply do not like being bent that much. I did a 2007 Victory KP with 4" extensions on the floor boards, works great.
@Nightingale no leg room
The Victory tour bikes are probably the most spacious bikes you can find.
@Nightingale to small, no leg room.
Thanks for making these videos....im 6'4 320 and all my friends that ride keep telling me get a busa get boulevard or a zx14 for my first bike but watching all your vids on the 950 help me make my decision not to kill myself riding outside of my comfort zone
Busa or ZX-14 for first bike? It is possible of course. But your friends must not like you very much if they want you to get yourself killed. Or they are just plain stupid
I'm on the bigger side being 6'3" around 280 so i really appreciate these types of videos.
A Vulcan was my first bike. I didn’t like it at first, to be honest, but I was kind of stuck with it and 6 months later I was very sad to sell it. 900 cc is really all I needed on Maui and it even worked on the gravel road out to Hana. My current BMW R1100R is grand for the leeward side of the Big Island and needs less maintenance. Any bike could be a lifetime bike but the challenge of a different bike every couple of years is what I like. There is no one bike to rule them all.
I still have my 2012 I bought new. Love mine. Rode it from western NC to Warner robins GA. Average about 50 mpg. I added windshield lowers, cobra drag pipes, cobra air intake, cobra Fi system, highway bars. I'm 5'10 and 230lbs. Pulls great even with my wife on the back
Got the cobra drags too. They snort
I’m a big guy my first real everyday rider was a vtx1300, it’s a awesome bike and I still have it. Also have a zx-14 which is even better as far as power and even comfort for a sports bike I feel comfortable on it and theirs more than enough power.
Callie Steele no other cruiser tops the vtx in my opinion. Long live the X!
I took the course and received my endorsement about 3 years ago but I never bought a bike because I was over the road. Now I’m off the road and running local and I’m looking for a bike I’m 5’11 330 lbs I would like a sport bike but I feel overly big on the gsxr 750 I’ve been looking at a Honda interceptor it’s a 800 and a sport touring bike and Honda Fury checked out some Vtx when I come across them but I’ve been trying to track down a Boulevard C90 do you have any suggestions or recommendations
Thanks for this video I’m a bigger dude looking for a bike I’m about 6’3” 300lbs and your right it’s not easy finding a comfortable bike being so large in stature. funny thing is I was watching your video on the silver wing 500 and actually got my gigantic self on one and put some miles in with my dad a few weeks back now it was a bit awkward but it did the job we made some awesome memories and that’s what it’s all about and the bike was exactly how you described it’s a great bike and surprised me with its capabilities.
Don't be left behind ‼️
👉A - Admit
Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.
Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.
Romans 6:23 The wages of sin is death.
I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness
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👉B - Believe
Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.
Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love for us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
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👉C - Confess and Choose
Confess and choose to allow God to be in charge of your life
Matthew 16:24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Romans 10:10 For with the heart man believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved
Dint be left behind ‼️
Yeah, I used to have a v star 1100. I recently bought a 2015 v star 950 same color as this one only with Viking bags. I believe it has more torque. Longer wheelbase too. I’m 5 ft 4 and was pleased to be able to shorten the shift rod to fit my left foot. I plan to install some 1 1/2 inch pull back risers on the handlebars.
6'5 350lbs. Been riding an 85 yamaha virago 700 for a year! Yes it looks as silly as it sounds. Fun little bike though. Looking to jump up to a yamaha raider next!
Edit: Rode 2 years on the Virago. Was a great starter bike. Bought a 2010 Yamaha Raider. Night and day difference in power and comfort. But wouldn't be nearly as comfortable if I didn't have a good beginner bike. All that matters in a first bike is that you learn the basics, and get comfortable going fast on 2 wheels. -It doesn't matter what you ride, but where you're going -Shaun.
Hello, I'm 6'4 and 245lbs whenever I was younger I rode whatever I could afford. I started with a 650 yamaha special and I liked it, moved on to a 750 honda cb 4cylinder and that's one of my picks for riding around town on backroads. This year I decided to get a honda 1100 ACE to ride after a 20 year break from motorcycles and it's alright for me. I really enjoy the low profile and the heal shifter.
Tired every way to get a hold of you guys from phone calls, texts and emails for the last 3 weeks trying to buy a bike but no response so thanks for that.
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I'm 6'8 and weighing in at 400 pounds. I've never tried this bike, but for my first bike I ended up with a 1999 Suzuki VL1500. It's a big bike too.
What are you riding now?
@@MartyMcFlyGuy Right now I drive a Yamaha XVS 1100 from 2001 with extended Controls. It's a bit small, but it's gorgeous looking. I've also had a Honda Varadero XL1000 1999 and a Suzuki VStrom DL1000 2008.
im 6'6'' 280 lbs this video helped beyond belief thank you!
6'4", 210lbs with long inseam. My first bike was Honda XR650L. If you're tall, it's a great bike to start on.
They had some 250 cc variants of that bike at my MSF class. They did end up putting the tall guys on them, so, I think you're right about them being great for tall people. They seemed pretty comfy on them. I think I would throw some street tires on them if you're not planning to use them off road. Dual sport tires tend to wear out faster on the street than street tires.
Brain - "Don't do it. Don't make that rhyme"
"Space ... All over the place"
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I bought a 09 V Star 950 2yrs ago I'm around 300 pounds and it was my first bike and I love it I hope to get many years of use from it
I wish y'all still sold bikes . Thanks for the video I just bought a house so I'm going to give it a couple months but hopefully about mid-fall I'm going to buy a bike I haven't had a bike in 5 years now and I think it's going to be a cruiser like this pretty sure thanks for the videos man and I love the scriptures too!
I've never owned a bike below 1000cc's. I'm 6'1" and currently weigh over 250. My first bike back in the '80s was a Gold Wing GL1100. It was faster than a scorched rabbit and barely anything on the street could touch it. It wasn't a full dresser so I was spared that weight and I weighed less back then, too.
I currently ride a Kawasaki Vulcan Nomad 1600 and I'm very happy with it. I also own a 1500 Nomad, but they changed enough about the geometry and such with that bike that the 1600 suits me better. I wouldn't have any qualms recommending a Nomad or a Vulcan 900 to a larger rider who was new. If it's your first bike just don't get something new and expensive, it will bother you less if you drop it, and get engine guards.
6’ 4” here. First bike was a 97 Ninja which was ok given the way you sit. Finally bought a cruiser after not having a bike for 20 years. Picked up a 06 Street Bob. Tossed on forward controls and a different seat to accommodate my giraffe legs. Super comfortable on it.
My first bike was an Intruder 1400 which I bought new in 1999. I was in my 20’s but was mature enough to manage to stay alive until now. Anyone can start on a bigger bike as long as they exercise caution. Great review.
I was always taught not to ever drive down the middle of the road on a motorcycle. The reason being, it is the middle where oil and other deposits will build up, especially during rain. I notice you are riding down the middle. What are you thoughts on this? Thanks.
Hi massive fan of your self and the business you have built, could you do a vid on good naked beginner bikes for 6,4 peeps... If you get chance regular view of yours 😀
Keep up the good work... From England Manchester
Anything in the 650cc range works just fine. I'm 6'7" and have fluctuated from 250 to 340lbs, and my first bike was a SV650. After modifying the pegs to drop them about an inch, it was great. Once you get more confidence, jump to a FZ/MT-09. Absolutely the best big guy naked bike, once you sort the suspension. Lots of legroom, and the big banana seat lets you put yourself wherever you need to be. I track mine all the time and it's a riot, my favorite bike I've owned hands-down.
@@michaelwhite984 nice one mate, much appreciated your reply
I'm 6'4" 310 pounds and my first bike was a Yamaha Raider. It was the only bike that I felt comfortable sitting on.
I'm 21 an I always like the 80s style. Besides headlight. I love my 1985 yamaha fj600 engine is solid
When I FIRST STARTED RIDING I loved my Yamaha . I Just hated car drivers constantly almost running me off the road. I didn't see you was their response always. Use your Mirrors. The Yamaha always felt balanced to me.
What is on your opinion better for beginner: this Yamaha 950 or Kawasaki 900 classic. Conisdering easy to handling, cornering etceteras?
The Kaw
Just wanted to say thanks for the reviews your videos helped me discover the vtx 1800r and I finally went out and bought one, couldn't be happier with the comfort and power. I'm not huge on how it looks but that can be easily changed, keep up the awesome vids 👍
Bjorn Stenberg I feel this comment Sean’s review videos helped me make the jump on buying my vtx1300c coming from riding a ninja 500r and briefly a 883 sportster. My budget options gave me either A 1200 sporty or a Vtx 1300 (had opportunity to ride a 1200 but never rode a Vtx) after watching several videos of Sean’s I found a Vtx I liked and got it and am still glad I did over the sporty.
I'm 6'2" and you sold me. I have always had sports bikes but feel like I dwarf them. Definitely gonna try this.
Spot on! I'm extra grande, and this was my first real motorcycle. I sold it because I thought I needed a bigger bike...but I really didn't. Should've kept it a couple more years and put some money into it to make it a better bike for bigger miles.
Love my 2012 vstar 950. Has plenty enough power for me, for now anyway. I'm probably 245,no problems at all with it.
Did you have any issues with the air-cooled engine? Especially in stop-and-go traffic?
@@silverbullet836 no I haven't
@@darinblackburn6023 Thanks for confirming!
@@silverbullet836 I have seen testimonials of people driving the 950 in places like Arizona, Texas on 110 degree days, and have zero issues in traffic.
Finally a video for big guys
I just purchased a 04 victory vagas
The other problem I'm finding is gear. Helmets are no problem, but jackets pants are the issue
I am 6.2 in height. I love bikes. I have been riding since I was 12. I am 55 now. I have not been to church in over 30 years but thank you for your Bible verse that you always begin with. Much loved. In Australia, we are pretty stiff about God stuff. But we are straight talkers. Thanks again. Keep up those Bible verses. It's good.
6'02 215lbs
FZ1
Hayabusa
GSX1000R
After the Busa I went smaller after I hit 65.
Don't be afraid of power on a 1st bike. Discipline yourself, don't get ahead of your skill level. Any bike can kill you. For most riders most bikes will do far more than their skill level. Trust and respect what it can do. It does what it's designed for. The only variable is the rider.
my first geared bike, had a great time with it.
My First bike was an 08 V-Star 1100 Classic. I sprained my ankle test riding it -_____-. But I ended up getting used to it, and loved it. Dropped it after 4 months, but still loved it lol.
I been working hard to buy my Husband a first bike he loved this bike but with all the cost of living I can't afford it. His life's been hard and he lost his first wife in 08 at a young age and had heart issues and can't work anymore as a trucker or do anything anymore, His fiftieth birthday is coming up in September and I pray he can have one wish come true for he gives so much to me and goes without. Thanks for sharing and putting a smile on his face it's all hope and trust in God. Maybe we can find a used cheaper bike for him and give him life and joy driven again, one wish he says a wish for a dreamer.
here you give a priceless lesson about matching a motorcycle with a rider......no matter what you like, better take what you actually need.thanks a lot . keep preeching the words of wisdom ( motorcycling is a religion, right??...::))
6’1 300lbs bought a 97 Shadow ACE 750 first one, then a 12 VStar 950 and now own a 2024 HD Road Glide.
Thank you I'm looking at getting a first bike. This is perfect.
This is exactly the video I've been looking for. Thank you!
I was a fan of that platform of bike for a little while. My first new off the showroom floor bike was a 2015 Kawi Vulcan 900 LT. Loved everything about that bike - except the rear suspension. I don't know what Kawasaki was thinking, but that rear suspension was a kidney punching, spine cruncher. I used to flinch when I saw even small hitches in the pavement in front of me. I guess that is how they keep them so cheap. I put Michelin Commander II tires on it and a Mustang seat, and that helped a little bit, but it was still too harsh a ride for my (mature) body. ;) Maybe Yamaha has done a better job.
Use to be 5. 7 but with age im probably 5.6 now and barely a buck twenty. Rode everything i could as a young pup, then took a 30 yr break. Went to craigslist and found a 2000 intruder 1400. Was a non runner for something to do. Got it running and took first spin. And went and dropped it at a standstill. Does that scare me or make me want a lighter bike? No, just means i need to spend more time in the seat to get use to balance of a heavier bike.
I'm 6'2" 290lbs. My first road legal bike ever was a Kawasaki Vulcan 900 full dress. It was a really nice bike but it was too underpowered for me. This was my first road legal motorcycle but i did grow up on dirt bikes so I knew how to ride. If you are very confident that you'll be able to handle a large CC bike, then don't let someone talk you into something that might be too underpowered.
Glad to see you wearing all your gear!!!! Still waiting for the video of your glove test are you ever going to post it Sean or Caleb
I like when you spread word of peace.
This video was helpful even now! Thank you for making this kind of content.
73 years old, started riding seriously over 53 years ago. I've owned 90cc bikes, 250cc, 500cc and a few 1200cc Harleys. All that said, at my age this 950 sounds like just what I'd be comfortable with. Just want to go cruise with my wife on the back. Oh yeah, I'm like 6'3'' and 240lbs, she's 5'6" and about 140lbs.
I've owned this exact bike since 2015. I have put over 30.000 miles on it. It still looks great and runs like a singer sewing machine. She fires up after storage every year and rain or shine. Yep i gave $4800.00 for it. 3 years old and 9000 miles on her. I have my back rest though. Just got her set up for this year's season. Better air cleaner, vance & hines exhaust and a complete fuel commander set up and i got about 15 more ponys out of her. I have a 77 Triumph T140V and a 78 Kawasaki KZ650Sr and this 2012 Yamaha xvs950 vstar. The last bike I'm buying off my buddie and that's a 2010 Harley Davidson Road King. A nice 1970 CB750K would be cool. Me and my buddies all ride different bikes. Al has a 2013 Yamaha Raider 1900. Tim a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan. Dale a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird 1600 i think. Glenn a 2010 Yamaha 1100 vstar. Mark a 2015 Indian Roadmaster. Top has a 2018 Harley Davidson CVO road king. Dave a 2020 Kawasaki verses 650. Dennis a 2019 harley 1200 iron. Jerry a 2008 Indian chief 1800. Tom has a 2010 Victory not sure which one as its all customed out. Nikki has a Harley 2008 Road king. So were a Pretty diverse bunch of guys.
It's a shame that Yamaha left the cruiser market. Granted, the market (and customers) are dying. I have a 2007 Stratoliner, and for my puroposes, best bike ever built. Used ones are now becoming scarce and so cheap I may pick one up as a donor,. Yeah, right, a donor for a Yamaha - It will still be running in 50 years.
Still have a Tenere on my list.
Only just seen this video I'm 36 not been riding long currently on a lexmoto lxr 125 cc this is definitely my next long term bike my preferred style (cruiser) I'm 5'10 around 250lbs and as.shaun mentioned sort of bike you can customise to however you like
HEY SEAN, SRK > LOVE YOUR VIDEOS & EVERYTHING YOU AND YOUR COMPANY STANDS FOR > 260LBS 6'2" / YOU INSPIRED NEW RIDERS / TAKING CLASSES/ GOD BLESS / GOD WILLING ONE DAY I MIGHT BUY MY FIRST BIKE FROM YOU THANQ
Yes thank you for letting the big guys no what they can get into. Cuz my first was a 84 magna. Warn out lol. No room not very fun after an hour squished nutts up against the tank etc...
How tall are you. I always feel guys reviewing the bikes should always mention thier height as it lets the viewer put a perspective on they would look on the bike.
He said 6'2" but very briefly
I'm a large chap when I passed my test 7 years ago my first bike was a kawasaki vn900 used to ride that bike all over the UK keeped it for 2 years and my second bike and still ride it is a triumph rocket 3
Bought a vtx 1300 for my first bike. I'm 6'1" and 300lbs. It's moves good with me and my wife on it.
If your 6 feet or more buying a beginner bike is often a mistake. Sportsters and shadows just don’t work well for us. My suggestion is always the same...Kawasaki 900. Nice full frame like a softail without the huge engine
I am 197cm tall, 100kg big guy. Today ive bought kawasaki vulcan 900 classic. It feels ok to sit but still a bit to small for me. My knees just above the tank. When iam tryung to turn it hurts my knees. Greeps punching it. So i need to raise a handlebar and do smth with the seat and pegs. Overall feels ok. Hope i will fix everything by next season
I am around 6 ft and my first bike is a Honda Shadow and I don't feel cramped on it.
I really like the V-Stars as well but I keep hearing to stay away from carbureted bikes. Is it hard/costly to maintain?
I got a Suzuki 650 that was too small (S40) then got a Suzuki 650 that was too tall (DL650) then got a bike that was perfect. (Honda NC700X) Until I upgraded the seat & now it's too tall. They should just make adjustable height seats! How hard would that be? Bicycles had them for a century!
You can start and stay on a 950 forever. I took a shadow 750 from NV to FL in about 4 days, they're fine bikes at that size.
That said, I hated it and it was underpowered, Honda needs to bring back statelines.
I had a kawasaki 440 lt when I was younger I just bought a vulcan 1500 pray for me.
The Kawasaki 440 Ltd was also my first motorcycle, and I loved it.
How is it going one month in?
@@xSnowyRiver loving it its a jewel easy to ride
Im 6' 1" 305lbs. My first bike was a Grom. 2 bikes later but still have it and ride it regularly. I know i must look goofy but its tons of fun.
6’6” 315 and my first bike was a 07 V-Star 1100
I love it.
I got a new old stock 2015 Vstar 950 for $5999 recently, and as a guy who is 6 foot tall, and 395lbs, it's not bad, but upgrading the saddle is a must, I couldn't go more than an hour without being in a good amount of pain, I put a Mustang touring saddle on it and have no complaints.
Given, it's not fast, and it doesn't like going over 65-70 for long distances.
I can tell you for sure these bikes cruise at higher speeds with no problem. These are high revving engines, different than harleys. Ive cruised at 80-85 in highway with no problem! The majority of 950 owners will tell you the same thing 👍
I'm 5'9 300plus and I chose this bike because of your vids. I love my bike XVS 950( New Rider)
I'm 6'2 300. I really like the sport bikes. Is there any good recommendations for a first motorcycle? Thanks
kawi ninja 600
Haybusa 10/10
@@tonyg5292 I love Hayabusas! Was the bike I liked best!! Everyone I spoke with told me not to for a beginner. I ended up with a cbr 600 f4i. Already bored. Lol.
can you do this same video for someone getting back to riding - not a beginner - more something to upgrade to? So many beginner videos - no experienced. Thanks!
I would be happy with an old Suzuki GS1150. One of my favorite bikes of the 1980s. Easy to work on and a good power bike of that era.
I'm kinda at an akward point in life. I'm 6'5 but I'm not fat, but I have a stomach. Do you think this bike would be good for me?
2016 Chevy Silverado yes. Check out the yamaha 950 owners group on facebook. Most owners are tall.
My son is looking to get into riding. He is around 5'-8" tall and weighs in around 250 pounds.
I am not sure where to even point him.
I started out riding when I was young on dirt bikes.
Due to life I was never able to get him into riding.
So this is all new to him.
He drives truck for a living so he understand the clutch and shifting.
Where would be a good starting point?