I sure hear a lot about the Griso being the "perfect bike". Even "the dog's danglies". But no one ever talks about ergonomics. Am I the only one that feels the pegs are too high? I'm not a gymnast. I'm not rubber man. How do you all manage the cramped leg position? I've even heard talk of the Griso as a tourer! Am I the only one with a problem. This is serious, folks. Please talk to me. -Henry
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Griso ergos
- Thread starter Henry
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Leg position was the hardest thing to adjust to after switching from my Honda. That being said... it wasn't too hard at all! The first ride or two, my hips twinged a bit when starting the ride but adjusted quite fast.
I have found the position to be different, but much more comfortable for long rides. Balance is subjectively more "secure" feeling for me, there is minimal (to no) strain on my back and changing my elbow position or shifting the placement of feet (ball to arch) make huge differences in comfort over several hours of riding.
I like it a lot
That being said: The pillion comfort... not so good (according to my wife)
This bike fits me well at 5'11, 32" inseam, regular arm length and of healthy (225lbs) weight. My weight being my challenge... I need to tweak the suspension more or lose a few pounds to really ride this bike to its potential.:dry:
Get comfy... carve some corners... I think you'll like it
I have found the position to be different, but much more comfortable for long rides. Balance is subjectively more "secure" feeling for me, there is minimal (to no) strain on my back and changing my elbow position or shifting the placement of feet (ball to arch) make huge differences in comfort over several hours of riding.
I like it a lot
That being said: The pillion comfort... not so good (according to my wife)
This bike fits me well at 5'11, 32" inseam, regular arm length and of healthy (225lbs) weight. My weight being my challenge... I need to tweak the suspension more or lose a few pounds to really ride this bike to its potential.:dry:
Get comfy... carve some corners... I think you'll like it
klaas123
Cruisin' Guzzisti
YBFAST wrote:
I second that, my old hips had some trouble adjusting to this position as well, love it now!
Leg position was the hardest thing to adjust to after switching from my Honda. That being said... it wasn't too hard at all! The first ride or two, my hips twinged a bit when starting the ride but adjusted quite fast.
I have found the position to be different, but much more comfortable for long rides. Balance is subjectively more "secure" feeling for me, there is minimal (to no) strain on my back and changing my elbow position or shifting the placement of feet (ball to arch) make huge differences in comfort over several hours of riding.
I like it a lot
I second that, my old hips had some trouble adjusting to this position as well, love it now!
AAAltered468
Tuned and Synch'ed
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I am 5'6 with a 30" inseam and even *I* find it cramped sometimes. It could be my 50yo hip joints but sometime on a long ride my hips really hurt on this bike (not my others....).
I described it to someone as like being saddled up on a horse, with my feet in sturups. I wouldn't mind dropping the pegs a little bit and seeing if there is a difference.
Ed in NJ
I described it to someone as like being saddled up on a horse, with my feet in sturups. I wouldn't mind dropping the pegs a little bit and seeing if there is a difference.
Ed in NJ
Penis Rotor
GT Godfather!
Suits me down to the ground but I'm an odd shape. long back, short legs :laugh: .
Tall people have said it doesn't work for them, I can understand that.
Pete
Tall people have said it doesn't work for them, I can understand that.
Pete
loftyjohn
Cruisin' Guzzisti
Hi Gang
When you get a little tired of the full on street fighting look and your legs get well, say a little cramped
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You can go get a Stelvio .
Ok it's not so pretty as the Griso but by golly it's far more comfortable:laugh: :laugh:
It takes luggage and a pillion in it's stride.
Loftyjohn
When you get a little tired of the full on street fighting look and your legs get well, say a little cramped
.You can go get a Stelvio
. Ok it's not so pretty as the Griso but by golly it's far more comfortable:laugh: :laugh:
It takes luggage and a pillion in it's stride.
Loftyjohn
commando tod
Cruisin' Guzzisti
Having very short legs helps, but it`s a fucker to reach the ground at 5`1". ok 5`2" with my boots on. but I don`t care cos I just like riding the griso. I`m an "odd shape" to ride any bike but you`ll get used to that riding position with time. And these old joints are starting to feel thier age now, so antil I have to be lifted on and off the bike, enjoy it.
I am 6ft short, cramped legs ???. What cramped legs.
Hey, Double D: You're 6'? Honest? And you don't have any cramping? I'm 6" 4" and it's brutal even getting my feet on the pegs. But I take the pain because I'm in love with this thing. Is it my old age that's hurting me? Or do you actually get used to this?
In another post there was talk that moto intl had lowering pegs. Does anyone have any experience with them on the griso? I'm 6' 190lbs and do not find the ergo's terrible, but an extra inch might be nice. However, I don't want to sacrifice clearance.
zed
zed
StokedOnSpokes
Tuned and Synch'ed
First, I can only comment on the Griso 1100.
On a test ride, my hips and legs cramped really bad. I didn't think I could make the run but I did. Although I was sore that day, a month later I still wanted to get the Griso. Luckily, I haven't had a major cramp since. I guess I was really out of shape.
I enjoy the riding position but I can see how it would be an issue with others- I'm 5'8, 165 lbs., with a 30" inseam.
What needs to be addressed is the darn seat. It is very hard and I feel all the bumps. I'm thinking about adjusting the suspension as well. I went on a short vacation this summer and let my "portly" brother ride the Griso for a week. When I got the bike back, the seat actually felt softer and I could ride it longer distances without my arse falling asleep.
Long rides can be a challenge. The wind will give you a good lashing even with the windscreen. The hard seat and riding position is something that may take a toll on you by hour number three.
S-O-S
On a test ride, my hips and legs cramped really bad. I didn't think I could make the run but I did. Although I was sore that day, a month later I still wanted to get the Griso. Luckily, I haven't had a major cramp since. I guess I was really out of shape.
I enjoy the riding position but I can see how it would be an issue with others- I'm 5'8, 165 lbs., with a 30" inseam.
What needs to be addressed is the darn seat. It is very hard and I feel all the bumps. I'm thinking about adjusting the suspension as well. I went on a short vacation this summer and let my "portly" brother ride the Griso for a week. When I got the bike back, the seat actually felt softer and I could ride it longer distances without my arse falling asleep.
Long rides can be a challenge. The wind will give you a good lashing even with the windscreen. The hard seat and riding position is something that may take a toll on you by hour number three.
S-O-S
Penis Rotor
GT Godfather!
I weigh 100 Kg roughly, (Probably a bit more after x-mass.) but the springing on both my 1100 and my 1200 was far too stiff.
Wind 'em off a bit, it's not the seat.
Pete
Wind 'em off a bit, it's not the seat.
Pete
cyclobutch
Cruisin' Guzzisti
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Yeah - I'm around 5'11''; short back and long legs. I do get a cramping sensation around the hips when pulling my feet up onto the pegs from a standstill. Once under way I'm OK. Only used the bike for the one distance trip so far and it was OK on the move.
I think I noted from somewhere that during testing they kept grinding the pegs so they got moved up higher. I certainly don't find I drag my toes in the curves like I do on the Speed Triple.
Also saw someone had said they'd lowered the pegs on theirs. Is there any more info on that?
I think I noted from somewhere that during testing they kept grinding the pegs so they got moved up higher. I certainly don't find I drag my toes in the curves like I do on the Speed Triple.
Also saw someone had said they'd lowered the pegs on theirs. Is there any more info on that?
I'm 5'10", 200lbs, 43, and have classic bad knees from racing/dirtbikes. I find the rinding position fine except the bars are too wide and at an odd angle. But I can live with that. The worst thing about my Griso is my wifes V11. Ride the two back to back and the Griso feels slow, imprecise, and clunky. Oh well.
Henry wrote:
Henry, Henry, Henry, sounds like you need to do some limbering up before you ride. Get out in the garden, get down on your haunches and pull some weeds out :laugh: . I'm lucky my legs are the fittest part of my body, and the fact that i've been riding a LM4 for the past 22 years has toughened me up. Yeh i take the pain for love as well
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If everybody went for comfort the Goldwing would be the biggest selling bike in the world
hmy:
Henry, Henry, Henry, sounds like you need to do some limbering up before you ride. Get out in the garden, get down on your haunches and pull some weeds out :laugh: . I'm lucky my legs are the fittest part of my body, and the fact that i've been riding a LM4 for the past 22 years has toughened me up. Yeh i take the pain for love as well
.If everybody went for comfort the Goldwing would be the biggest selling bike in the world
hmy:Once I change the odd handle bars, the Griso reminds me a lot of my 1995 Honda VFR750. I went with the Pastrana bars & it really helps with the angle of your hands & not nearly as wide. As for the pegs, they are fine for my 6'1" frame. But I was coming off an Aprilia Falco. It was considered a Sport-Tourer, with a heavy emphasis on the SPORT. The Griso is 100x more comfortable, albiet slower.
AJ
AJ
Doc
Tuned and Synch'ed
I'm 5'11", 190lbs and fit the 8v very well. I've done numerous 1000+mile day rides, comfortable all day tourer, but a pain in a strong head wind (20-30 knt). I stretch my legs out evey now and then. A throttle lock, large screen and pegs or ventura pack make the touring doable....
