Hi:
For a few years now I have been looking on and off at buying a Tonti framed Guzzi, however I am tall (188cm / 6ft 2 inches) and have a chronic lower back pain condition which makes comfort a priority for any purchase.
I really like the look of the 1000sp/nt and the T4 with the fairing and comfort, however I have read for riders over 6ft / 183cm they are not very comfortable, being quite cramped. I have heard the later Tonti framed bikes have a taller frame which is more suitable for taller riders, unfortunately I really don't like the looks of the later model Tonti bikes (apart from the mkV le mans and the 1000s [which is not an option as they are ridiculously expensive here in Australia]).
My question is to all those tall riders out there, is the 1000sp/nt and the T4 too cramped for comfort in your opinion? What about the Mk5 Le Mans, how comfortable is it? Is it still very sporty with a lot of weight on the hands? Are there any other options I should look at?
I am basically looking for a Tonti framed sports tourer that has a fairing for weather protection but has some sporting ability and is reasonably comfortable for a tall rider.
For reference I currently own a MG 1200 Sport and an MG Sport 1100. I find the 1200 Sport pretty comfortable, with the right amount of weight on the bars / seat / pegs, about the only criticism I have is the seat could be higher so I could have more seat to pegs room. The Sport 1100 has a good seat height and seat to pegs room, however the lean over to the handlebars is way too much putting a lot of pressure on my lower back and as a result I will probably sell it soon. In short I like a moderately leaned forward position like the 1200 Sport where I can balance my weight between the bars, seat and pegs. I have ridden cruisers for short periods, apart from not liking the looks, I found the riding position very uncomfortable, putting too much weight on my back.
Any advice appreciated.
Thanks,
Jason
For a few years now I have been looking on and off at buying a Tonti framed Guzzi, however I am tall (188cm / 6ft 2 inches) and have a chronic lower back pain condition which makes comfort a priority for any purchase.
I really like the look of the 1000sp/nt and the T4 with the fairing and comfort, however I have read for riders over 6ft / 183cm they are not very comfortable, being quite cramped. I have heard the later Tonti framed bikes have a taller frame which is more suitable for taller riders, unfortunately I really don't like the looks of the later model Tonti bikes (apart from the mkV le mans and the 1000s [which is not an option as they are ridiculously expensive here in Australia]).
My question is to all those tall riders out there, is the 1000sp/nt and the T4 too cramped for comfort in your opinion? What about the Mk5 Le Mans, how comfortable is it? Is it still very sporty with a lot of weight on the hands? Are there any other options I should look at?
I am basically looking for a Tonti framed sports tourer that has a fairing for weather protection but has some sporting ability and is reasonably comfortable for a tall rider.
For reference I currently own a MG 1200 Sport and an MG Sport 1100. I find the 1200 Sport pretty comfortable, with the right amount of weight on the bars / seat / pegs, about the only criticism I have is the seat could be higher so I could have more seat to pegs room. The Sport 1100 has a good seat height and seat to pegs room, however the lean over to the handlebars is way too much putting a lot of pressure on my lower back and as a result I will probably sell it soon. In short I like a moderately leaned forward position like the 1200 Sport where I can balance my weight between the bars, seat and pegs. I have ridden cruisers for short periods, apart from not liking the looks, I found the riding position very uncomfortable, putting too much weight on my back.
Any advice appreciated.
Thanks,
Jason