segm3nt
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Post by segm3nt on Apr 23, 2018 9:05:22 GMT -7
Hello All,
New and first post. I currently have an xsr900, I love the bike and style, I love all naked bikes to be honest. Well, I was at the dealer and I saw this beautiful mt10 and gosh... fell in love. I'm relatively a big guy, 6'1" and a lean 200lbs, so finding a bike that fits my size is important. Boy did that mt-10 seem like it was tailored for my body... except one thing.. the handlebars.
Now on the xsr900, I love the clubman bars. I love the sportier position it gives me and elongates my lengthy body. I know I could get a more racing oriented sport bike with fairings, but that's not me, I love naked (same with other aspects of my life).
Is there any options like my xsr900 clubman bars but for the mt10? Even if it's not as forward leaning... but close. Could I adjust the pegs?
This will be a second bike, xsr900 is paid off and I'm looking for a different beast, something more refined but powerful. If you haven't ridden the mt09 vs mt10, they really are two different monsters, at least that's my take. I look forward to any feedback.
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mt10beast
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Post by mt10beast on Apr 23, 2018 9:51:51 GMT -7
I think the MT10 is certainly for the slightly taller chaps.. There are loads of options for aftermarket bars, would possibly need to move/adjust or replace the cables if altering the position a lot.. Plenty of choice in adjustable rear sets to.. Just by giving the rear shock a little more preload will slightly raise the back end to
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bruticus
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Drooling like a fool over all these beatiful machines. 🤤🤤🤤
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Post by bruticus on Apr 23, 2018 17:35:38 GMT -7
Woodcraft makes a clip-on conversion if you wanna get real sporty with the position. Im not realy familer with the xsr bars though.
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ikranmakto
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Post by ikranmakto on Apr 24, 2018 18:06:10 GMT -7
I think the MT10 is certainly for the slightly taller chaps.. There are loads of options for aftermarket bars, would possibly need to move/adjust or replace the cables if altering the position a lot.. Plenty of choice in adjustable rear sets to.. Just by giving the rear shock a little more preload will slightly raise the back end to Have to disagree with this, can't talk for taller riders but i'm 5'5" and find everything about the ergonomics of the MT10 fits my riding position like it was a tailor made suit, it's just the stopping bit that tends to be a bitch. |
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segm3nt
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Post by segm3nt on Apr 25, 2018 5:37:52 GMT -7
I think the MT10 is certainly for the slightly taller chaps.. There are loads of options for aftermarket bars, would possibly need to move/adjust or replace the cables if altering the position a lot.. Plenty of choice in adjustable rear sets to.. Just by giving the rear shock a little more preload will slightly raise the back end to Have to disagree with this, can't talk for taller riders but i'm 5'5" and find everything about the ergonomics of the MT10 fits my riding position like it was a tailor made suit, it's just the stopping bit that tends to be a bitch. Being 5'5, you're probably riding in a position that I want the bike to be in. Leaning forward and more aggressive. Though, I think the bike was originally meant for a more upright riding position. |
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ikranmakto
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Post by ikranmakto on Apr 26, 2018 0:22:42 GMT -7
Being 5'5, you're probably riding in a position that I want the bike to be in. Leaning forward and more aggressive. Though, I think the bike was originally meant for a more upright riding position. I have ridden motards for years as road bikes so my natural riding position is pretty much bolt upright, at my age this is the main reason I chose the MT10 over sports bikes. I sit close to the tank to give myself an upright position, this is my preferred riding style and IMO more comfortable for longer rides. It mainly comes down to where you position yourself on the seat and your particular riding style. My R6 track bike requires a totally different riding style as you are leaning over the tank with your feet up and further back on the rear sets and bars that tilt down, as a mature aged rider i honestly don't know how people ride sports bikes for long distances in this position. But you are totally correct segm3nt , if you want a more sports bike feel to suit your riding style you are better off getting different bar positioning and new rear sets, both of which are available for the MT10. Buy the '10, you won't regret it, ever. Cheers |
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Post by achrista on Apr 26, 2018 6:36:03 GMT -7
Being 5'5, you're probably riding in a position that I want the bike to be in. Leaning forward and more aggressive. Though, I think the bike was originally meant for a more upright riding position. I have ridden motards for years as road bikes so my natural riding position is pretty much bolt upright, at my age this is the main reason I chose the MT10 over sports bikes. I sit close to the tank to give myself an upright position, this is my preferred riding style and IMO more comfortable for longer rides. It mainly comes down to where you position yourself on the seat and your particular riding style. My R6 track bike requires a totally different riding style as you are leaning over the tank with your feet up and further back on the rear sets and bars that tilt down, as a mature aged rider i honestly don't know how people ride sports bikes for long distances in this position. But you are totally correct segm3nt , if you want a more sports bike feel to suit your riding style you are better off getting different bar positioning and new rear sets, both of which are available for the MT10. Buy the '10, you won't regret it, ever. Cheers I did a few multi-day road trips on my R6 over the past few years and they were brutal on my back. Taking off next week for a week of solo moto-camping and i couldn't be happier to be on the MT after last year. |
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Post by mt10beast on Apr 29, 2018 5:44:49 GMT -7
I think the MT10 is certainly for the slightly taller chaps.. There are loads of options for aftermarket bars, would possibly need to move/adjust or replace the cables if altering the position a lot.. Plenty of choice in adjustable rear sets to.. Just by giving the rear shock a little more preload will slightly raise the back end to Have to disagree with this, can't talk for taller riders but i'm 5'5" and find everything about the ergonomics of the MT10 fits my riding position like it was a tailor made suit, it's just the stopping bit that tends to be a bitch. Oh yeah Im not saying Midgets cant ride the MT10, I just meant its quite a roomy bike which is good for taller people.. Im 6ft,6 and always struggled after long periods on other bikes but feel pretty comfy on my MT.. |
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Post by stampy on May 5, 2018 15:38:03 GMT -7
I'm roughly the same size as the OP, MT 10 is a perfect fit for me, leg bend is comfortable as is the reach to the bars.
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