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101 frame size vs rider frame size: experience/opinion requested

  • 28 Dec 2013 10:15 AM
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    Message # 1464297
    Brad Kenyon
    I'm a life long rider, have a '40 Chief and deeply admire the 101 machines.
    Seeking input from Members who are over 6 ft in height: 
    How comfortable, rideable for longer trips are the 101 machines for those over +6', with long legs ?  (I have 34" sleeves and 32" inseam) 
    THANK you !
  • 29 Dec 2013 11:53 AM
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    Tim Raindle (Administrator)
    Hi Brad , we have two English members , Adrian Cave and Pete Collins,  who are both around 6' 3' and love their 101s ,try emailing them .
  • 29 Dec 2013 1:02 PM
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    Brad Kenyon
    Thanks Tim for your prompt reply. Will do. Any other input is appreciated.
  • 05 Jan 2014 8:52 AM
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    Philip Jenner
    Hi  I am 6'2" and love riding my 101 more than our 47 and 48 Chiefs and 41 Sport Scout    I get far less restless on the 101  less trouble with tingling fingers and numb lest leg  .   I have short legs and arms  but long body  .
     Dont let height be an issue   just get one and love it!
    Regards Phil
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  • 09 Mar 2014 3:43 AM
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    Jan Waclav

    hi, i am about 6´ 3" riding all meets and events on the bike, up to 300km per day being the usual long distance, when necessary - i do not feel tired or so... :) what i do time to time - i step upright on the floor boards/footpegs while riding or strech my lengs front, placing the heels on the front part of boards...

     

    a different issue is like such tall guys LOOK on the 101 - the bike is not very big indeed :) but i do not care

     

    tiny adjustment of seat is a wise move :) and maybe choosing optimal handlebars may be clever as well :)

     

    enjoy, jan
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