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Old May 5, 2007 | 01:47 PM
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Hello everyone I am going to purchase a gsx or cbr 600, and I have riden some bikes but not much I stand 5' 10" and my question is when I purchase one should I get it lowered at the same time or should I ride in stock height until I feel for the bike better. thank you
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Old May 5, 2007 | 01:53 PM
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At 5'10" you have absolutely no reason to lower a bike other than ascetics - and even that is debatable.
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Old May 5, 2007 | 02:03 PM
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Absolutely, you will be just fine. Especially on the 600. Just my opinion, ride safe.
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Old May 5, 2007 | 05:53 PM
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You're not going to have an issue @ 5'-10. Ride height isn't an issue once you get rolling either - MSF will teach you that (hint).
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Old May 5, 2007 | 08:38 PM
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Dude, you'll have no problem riding a bike at 5'10.

I'm 5'5 and rode on a stock height R6. Try doing that.

One cheek sneak FTW.
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Old May 5, 2007 | 09:37 PM
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who would ask this dumb question... I'm 5.11 and that never cross my mind
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Old May 5, 2007 | 10:14 PM
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many thanks to those who answered my question, it seems there are some people who know everything, I did f_ _ _ head you are one of those idiots who is a jack of all trades and master of none.
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