letterboxdreams
2/27/2005 5:28:21 PM
Ok, before I get flamed. I used the search on here. Anyways... Here's my question. I am interested in a 599. I LOVE the idea of the exposed engine, but I really don't like the front end. Does anyone know if/have done the front end swap. IF so, how easy is it? The only reason I don't just want to go out and get a CBR is b/c It's hard for me to sit on one without feeling "cramped" in certain areas, if you know what I mean, plus my legs are REALLY long and my knees are not very comfortable on longer trips. When I was on the 599, it felt more like a bike I can fit on. Let me know! Thanks a lot!
hey, a honda's a honda. a bike's a bike. im just wondering how you feel more comfortable on a lower bike if you have longer legs? anyways, welcome! show us some pix of your frankenhonda when ur done!
letterboxdreams
2/27/2005 6:55:05 PM
It's more in the shape of the tank I guess.. It seems to me as if my knees aren't out quite as far. My buddy's Interceptor has HUGE grooves in it for GREAT comfort, but being a beginner rider, I thought getting anything more than a 600 would be suicide. Everyone told me that I should have gotten a 250 as my first bike, but I just couldn't fit on it. My girlfriend wants to get a Rebel, but she is only 5' 3". She can fit. I'm a good 8 - 9 inches taller than her, and she said she was comfortable on it. Well, you guys just let me know if you know if it can be done! Thanks a lot!
well, you could always check out "gasp!" other brands (yes i said it) suzuki sv650s are always great beginner bikes. the new fazers (yamaha) arent that bad either.
letterboxdreams
2/27/2005 10:36:41 PM
Yeah... I've thought of that idea before, but the guys in my band would KILL me! The drummer has a Shadow 600 and Interceptor, and the bassist also has a Shadow 750.
L8X
2/28/2005 12:37:05 AM
ahahahahaha! ok ok honda it is then!
