Too tall for LeMans 1, 11 or 111? |
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magwa
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Yes but too tall for most |
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Magwa
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cyclobutch
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BTW - Although someone managed to fit in a Loop reference further above on this thread, do we need an Admin to move this to the big block section?
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Butch
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lane653
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Thanks all--especially for mentioning the later models (CARC) which fit taller riders better. As I just started looking at newer models yesterday, I am ignorant of these models. Could someone define CARC? I starting looking at the V11's last night and was sorry to see they are again sized for short legs, long torso like earlier models. I will begin looking at the carc models you guys mentioned. Thanks much.
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Mike H
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"Chicken nuggets don't dance on a Tuesday."
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kateguy
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The 3s are taller....higher seat if memory serves and 4s n 5s generally suit taller people... longer headstocks...that said my pal Trev (6ft 2 ) has a Mk 1...may have rearsets...l've ridden the bike but I forget....he has no issues with it anyway....
Comparing the earlier Tontis with spines n carcs is like chalk and cheese....we have Mk1 n 2 Les Mans...a 1000s and I recently sold my Daytona....an awesome motor let down by chassis and running gear.....the old uns for us...everyday of the week....and twice on sundays.... Edited by kateguy - 12 Jan 2018 at 20:18 |
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v7john
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If I were you, I would give any bike you fancy a tryout. You might be surprised. I'm 6ft 4in with a 35in inside leg and, although I don't have a LeMans I do manage to wrap myself around my V7Sport.
I haven't got a photo of me with my feet on the V7Sport's pegs but have for my old, much missed S3. I don't have any problem with the knee to cylinder head interface but there's no way I could carry a pillion. It might all come down to just how flexible you are! |
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kateguy
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Have a like for that John....
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lane653
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Thanks Mike H for the CARC article. Kateguy, I appreciate your thoughts on the older models which might work for me and your friend's experience with the Mk 1. V7John, thanks for the photos--encouraging. And I have had the same though about just trying models I'm interested in--I will have to travel to do that as Flagstaff is a smaller community--but Phoenix is 140 miles away and is a huge metro area. Love the photos of your V7's--what beautiful bikes (that seem to fit you well). Great technical blog.
Again, thanks all. I'm impressed with the responses--what a great community. Lane
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lemon
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I'm 6'3" 34" inside leg and have a Mk1 Le Mans with Agostini rearsets.
Fits perfectly. With original footrests - horrible, need kneepads
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jpc
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Iane653 if you're only worried about toasting your knees on a LM1, this was fitted to Tonti Californias, still available here: http://www.la-boutique-italienne.com/spip.php?page=liste-produit-neuf-1moto-1categ&cdmoto=93&cdfamille=SE
Sorry, trouble with links, just copy/paste. PS: I just realised LeMans have 6mm manifold screws, not 8mm, so it might be tricky.
Edited by jpc - 16 Feb 2018 at 16:24 |
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kateguy
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Hmmm...Flagstaff....Phoenix....one day I mite be able to visit....all these places I hear in music n movies.... close my eyes....lovely....
Whatever Guzzi you decide on....enjoy it...and know...it connects you to us...... |
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