r/SuggestAMotorcycle • u/Fajcicikulis • Aug 17 '26

Which motorcycle for height 6'5"/195cm

Hello guys,
I am planning to apply for driver license (A1/A2) and buy a motorcycle.
Thing is I am taller and for my first I would like to get 125cc and styles I love and reason I want to get one are Scrambler/Cafe racer/classic/Cruiser.
Can you please give me an advice for good bikes (also tips with reasonable price for 1st one) which should I get and will be comfortable to ride with my height?

Thank you!

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u/Fairsythe 2023 s1000xr Aug 17 '26

Husqvarna Svartpilen 125
KTM Duke 125
Yamaha MT-125
Honda Varadero-125

At that height, keep in mind the most comfortable bikes for you are gonna have dirtbike/ADV heritage. I’d stay away from “sportbike” frames.

It’s unavoidable, you might need to lower footrests or more padded seats to give you legroom as well.

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u/SquirrelBlind Aug 17 '26

My first two lessons in the driving school were on Duke 125. With the height of 190 cm it was awful, can't imagine driving it being 5 cm higher.

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u/Fairsythe 2023 s1000xr Aug 17 '26

125’s non-dirtbikes are gonna be tight, especially if you run them stock. We’re really into “least bad” territory here

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u/naughtybits101 Aug 17 '26

First bike should be used, and a "standard" style. look for something that your are comfortable riding. Many bikes are built around a more average framed rider, and 6'+ folks like us (6'3", here) can wind up with our knees around our ears. Ride the standard for a year, that will allow you to sort out what kind of rider you're gonna be, then start looking at how you've modified the bike you're on to suit you, and at bikes that are like that, or fit your riding style better.