Which small scooter / motorbike is suitable for bigger/taller people?

[WinnieTheKhwai]

Not interested in getting a 'real' motorcycle as this would be just for the Mrs. or the maid to use to go to the market, however it would be a bonus if I fit on it as well, and I'm 6ft 4. So when doing tight cornering / weaving through traffic, the handlebars might hit my knees on most small scooters.

This happens for example on something Scoopy sized, or the Honda Zoomer X.. Funnily enogh the ancient designs are a lot better in this respect (Honda Dream) and also the PCX is okay, though that's already too much motorcycle for my tastes.

Any thoughts on which type/brand would be relatively comfortable for adults Farangs, while still in the small / 30K-60K or so price range?

[BSJ]

When I read the heading I first thought it to be an oxymoron....but I am not sure. Guess I will have to wait for an expert linguist to come along!

[papa al]

Go to a showroom and sit on a variety to find one that feels right.

All are in your price range.

Brand new Honda Dreams are available.

Edited April 17, 2014 by papa al

[jayci]

I am 6foot 3 and happy on a Honda Wave

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[ttakata]

Maybe a Nouvo SX?

Pretty sure it has a longer wheelbase than the 110/115cc bikes so might feel roomier.

Caveat:

I have an older Nouvo Elegance which is the same frame as the SX but my 40kg girlfriend thinks its too big and won't ever try to ride it.

Be a shame to buy a bike they are afraid to ride.

Edited April 17, 2014 by ttakata

[thrilled]

They don't make those little moped looking things for large people.Ya might be ok riding some of them.I would get A motorcycle.

You will feel more comfortable.Just be careful on Thailand roads.It't the wild Wild West out there.

[Beardog]

I would say a Nuovo as well I had one & the bike will accomodate 6'4 inches. I had a friend that I would let use once in a while & he didn't have many leg issues. Short of a scooter in general is nothing like a big bike where you have lots of room to move.

[Wong!]

I'm 6'2" and the shape of the Wave and PCX seats are terrible for me. The Suzuki Van Van looks to have a long, flat seat.

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[wjhall]

I'm 6ft 6.5"" and I have no problem on a Scoopy. Prefer it to a PCX

[funcat]

Honda SH150 has the "Euro" specs,but cost 90K...also the new Yamaha Tricity 3 wheeler is interesting...all the other scooters you need to keep your knees way out to be able to turn...

[Turkleton]

I had the same problem.

Because I don't like manual gear changing, I used a Wave AUTO.

But I prefer "scooter-style" bikes, because they make the small shopping much easier.

So I've bought a Yamaha TTX recently (a little bit ugly, I know ).

But this bike (and the Fino) have real handlebars, which can be easily replaced by higher ones!

Problem solved.

The new one

Original

Edited April 18, 2014 by Turkleton

[RubberSideDown]

At 6'2" I'm fine on my Wave- I don't have a problem with my MSX-125 either (except for the ass-breaker of a seat).

Edit- 'a $$' (no space) was automatically deleted by the forum software, but 'ass' is fine...

Edited April 18, 2014 by RubberSideDown

[Bpuumike]

I'm 6ft 6.5"" and I have no problem on a Scoopy. Prefer it to a PCX

6ft 4" and the same, no problems on the Scoopy, though I would prefer a motor bike.

[Turkleton]

I'm 6ft 6.5"" and I have no problem on a Scoopy. Prefer it to a PCX

6ft 4" and the same, no problems on the Scoopy, though I would prefer a motor bike.

At the end of the day, it depends on the length of your legs, especially the lower legs.

I could steer all the Scoopy, Mio, Fino, etc. with my knees.

Even the PCX or Nouvo are problematic, if you have long legs.

A friend of mine, with the same size like me (6.3"") has absolutely no problems, enough space between handlebars and knees, but the seating position makes him look like a monkey on his bike. .

Raising the handlebars (if possible) is imho a quick and cheap solution.

[krbkk]

the only one for large or weighty farangs is the Scooter from SYM Taiwan

I have this also, after checking all Brands in Bangkok

if your weight is smaller as 60 KG, you can use HONDA or YAMAHA also

see here: www.sym-thailand.co.th

[ZigZagMan]

The Honda SH150 was designed for Europeans.

All the other scooters are for Asians.