Too Fat to Ride? No Way! Tips and Solutions for the Overweight Dual Sport or ADV Motorcycle Rider

One of the most common questions I get is about whether or not a person who is overweight can ride a dual sport or adventure motorcycle and/or what is the best motorcycle for fat guys? As an overweight person myself, I've spent a lot of time dealing with the various dual sport fat guy issues including setting my bike up for my extra weight and finding good dual sport fat guy motorcycle gear. It's certainly not easy to be an overweight dual sport rider, but it's far from impossible. Overweight motorcycle riding is totally possible and even enjoyable! Don't let anyone tell you that you can't ride or can't find motorcycle gear just because of your weight.
In this video, I'll run down some of the tips and solutions for overweight dual sport and ADV motorcycle riders, and answer some frequently-asked questions about topics like "what is the best motorcycle for a fat guy?" I'll talk about how to find good overweight motorcycle gear and where to go to have the best chance of finding motorcycle gear that fits you. I'll discuss some of the challenges I've faced as a fat guy dual sport rider and share some of the solutions I've found over the years.
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[@judge724]

Wow, thanks so much for making this video!! I'm about 295 lbs. and haven't ridden dual sport in 25 years, but I'm really getting the itch. I wish I lived in a an area with more trails so I could ride and get more exercise. My wife is trying Keto too, so hopefully I get some of the weight off so I can start enjoying life more again. LOVE your videos!!

[@DorkintheRoad]

My wife and I have been doing Keto together and it's super helpful to have a partner. Kudos to you and your wife.

[@tff847]

It's almost like you made this vid for me!!!! Thanks again for all you do!!!!!!!!!..........

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thanks for watching!

[@Crittermoto]

This was great video Dork and you handled the “controversial” very well. I can’t see anyone being offended by this in any way. In fact I see it as an absolute positive...this video might very well be the “nudge” they need to get out there and ride! Cheers!

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thanks, man! I appreciate it.

[@Zootola]

I am 400lb and am trying to get to a gym (Which is hard because I frequently work 10+hrs a day and am worn out after work) I wanted to lose enough weight maybe down to 300 before I rode cause I think a fat guy on a bike would be bad looking. Maybe I try it at some point idk.

[@philipmarr7325]

Stay positive!

[@ADVenturaJoe]

I'm 330lb and just started back riding after a decade and 2 back surgeries. Thanks Dork for the motivation and being truly honest.

[@DorkintheRoad]

I'm happy to be of help

[@dronus]

Did you ever end up getting a bike?

[@nancyfithian4984]

Thanks so much for this great video! I am an overweight female rider and my weight hasn't prevented me from enjoying the sport. I appreciate your advice on finding gear that fits - sometimes I think it may be more challenging for plus-size women!

[@DorkintheRoad]

I'm very happy to hear it was helpful.

[@MrDeathdonkey]

Great video! I'm currently at about 315 lbs. or so and started riding this summer to get out and active again. I put a Racetech 6.3 rear spring on my CRF 450L and it rides great. I definitely have motivation over this winter to drop the pounds and make riding all the more enjoyable. Great points about gear, I've had a rough time finding stuff that fits properly.

[@DorkintheRoad]

I bet that spring upgrade makes a huge difference.

[@BattleChemist]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video... I'm buying a 2015 CRF250L tomorrow and have been concerned that my 295 lb frame would be too much for the bike. So glad to know that it can handle it, with the caveats noted.

[@danwarmke3348]

Dork! Such a great topic. So many struggles with waist size vs inseam. Thanks for going there! Stay Awesome

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thanks, Dan!

[@shawngreenwood7825]

This has been so true. I to am a large 300 lbs rider. Pants are impossible. European gear is small. North America managed gear is a better choice. Hello from snowy Northern Ontario Canada!

[@garthhowe297]

I agree re: sizing. I use the vendors chart as a start, then I look at user comments (Fortnine in Canada) to see if people are saying "Go one size bigger", or "Go two sizes bigger". And "yes", I have blue jeans in many different waist sizes, but cannot afford to keep bike gear with the same variety... my bike gear tells me my weight.. Great episode Dork!

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thank you!

[@bigvisk1125]

I greatly appreciate this, as a fellow fat guy. Thank you

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thanks for watching!

[@rubberband7250]

Thank you for opening up this can of worms. TABOO.. I think you are the first.. and i agree with you.. and I seen it with that DRZ... we all have different riding skills.. my has to do with age.. dirt road ok some trails.. but that rocky trail banging away,you win hands down.. let's all go out and have fun.. and your right,we all could loose a little weight. Making those 2×4 seats feel like a 3×4 seat. Lol

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thank you. You're right, going out and having fun is the key, no matter your size.

[@barabas688]

Wonderful topic. I have battled obesity all my life. Fat to slim to fat etc. Been wanting a knock around dual sport forever. I like low power but don't want to look like a june bug on a twig going down the pathway. At 225 lbs what would you start with. I have driven street bikes etc that my friends have but the biggest smile on my face was when i drove my workers moped down the street.

[@markalan4026]

5'5" 450lbs, riding never been easier! I will keep eating and riding, usually at the same time.

[@BrandonSarradet]

Spot on! I struggle with the gear sizing so much. I'm 5'7, 230 lbs, so getting anything to fit comfortably and not look like I'm wearing my dad's clothes is so frustrating.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Dude, I feel your pain. I hate how long the freaking arms and legs are on all my gear.

[@nickferrari413]

I’m 5’11” but 305lbs. I’m watching with the interest of getting a bike that would probably be ridden more on road than off

[@S.p.a.c.e.C.o.w.b.o.y]

This was a great video, thanks. I'm currently 20st/280lbs and looking at the cb500x as my first bike, I too had the concern I might be too big for riding. Although your experience is reassuring I'll still get on the rowing machine over winter and try to get back to a reasonable size. Ride safe fella :)

[@dank9288639]

same man, 6ft 250 also looking at the same bike

[@andrewstambaugh8030]

Sounds like a great choice of adventure bike (a bit heavy offroad). Absolutely plan to re-spring it (both ends). You can ride it under sprung, but will notice how much easier it is to control when properly sprung for your weight.

[@inea815]

#fatgirl here. I have a crf250l Rally as my first bike. Im 5'11" weight 240. But havr been having theee best time in it. My partner has a Crf250l and it has also carried me everywhere. Love the random vids and topics you touch.

[@chrisdavis6474]

Thank you so much for this video !!! I started saving for my first dualsport brozz recon !!! Its tough right now working less due to covid restriction around here but I can't wait and I think the best feeling would be riding the brozz to work every morning as much as possible !!! Thanks again sir !!

[@DorkintheRoad]

Enjoy it when you get it. I bet you have it before you know it.

[@cesargonzalezbuenrostro337]

Thanks a bunch for considering the heavy guys !!!

[@MyTinyBalcony]

I am a lady road rider. I am 5'9" and about 175lbs. I am overweight too, and I lost 30lbs. Still more to go. I struggle finding nice ladies gear. It is all either all black and pink, size 8, or just ugly. I struggle worst with boots, because I am a US size 11, nice classic boots that I can wear at work top out at a US size 9. The struggle is real! Even for 'normal' size grandmas!

[@robertborker179]

I love your channel, and I'm sorry to be "that guy", but i have a few Icon jackets, and I have to correct you on Icon's sizing. If you're an XL in one Icon jacket, you won't necessarily be an XL in another of their jackets. I too, am a plus-sized rider, at 230 lbs. Icon has a few different "styles" of jackets: "Relaxed" (which is their loosest fitting jacket style) "Sport" (which is a more slim fitting style) And finally their "Attack", which is their skin-tight style. Icon's recommended sizing isn't exactly helpful either. I have a bit of a gut, but based on Icon's measuring points, they recommended a 2XL in their "Contra 2" jacket, which is their "Sport" style fit. I ordered the 2XL (per their recommendation) and it was like a tent on me. Way, WAY too big. (Thank goodness for free shipping and returns!) I decided to go 1 size down to an XL, and it fit me perfectly (in their "Sport" style). To give you a stark contrast, however, I found a local store that had an Icon "Mesh AF" jacket, which is Icon's "Attack" style jacket. This jacket happened to be a size 4XL (which I thought would be laughably too large on me...) IT. WAS. TOO. SMALL! This is why it's so important, when buying an Icon jacket, pay CLOSE attention to the "style" you're buying, and try to see if you have a local dealer to check the fit on YOUR body. Hope this helps any first-time Icon gear buyers. I will tell you thst I love their gear, it's quality made, and after I figured out the sizing issues, I've been 100% happy with them! I've got 2 different jackets and 2 different helmets, and I love all of them.

[@dsblash]

I wish I could give this more than just one thumb up.

[@markplasse6919]

Thank you so much for this !! It’s been a huge concern for me. Your the best !

[@Splooj69]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm totally new to the bike world, considering what bike etc and my biggest fear is walking into a bike shop and being told I'm too fat to ride. This is just what I wanted to hear.

[@andysollars2596]

Awesome video Dork! Maybe leverage your relationship with RM to get a gear callout for 'robust riders'.

[@blaccsilverstaff5484]

The real question is how will a large person effect a smaller bike? Will it ruin the motor? Because it has weight limit on the paper

[@garysmith4742]

I'm 5`11, 350, found out I almost have fatty liver disease so I started eating a meat only diet, lost 25 pounds and I think I'm gonna get a crf300l and start adventure riding.

[@richardstephens9647]

Excellent topic to cover.

[@benjaminhadley78]

Thank you for this video!!

[@dennispiper5062]

Well done! Very Helpful!

[@joecopeland9981]

I’m 345 lbs and just got a 2022 gas gas Mc 250 to ride Mx with my 21 yr old son, just go do it 👍 ps spent a lot of money on suspension work LOL

[@972CHENZO]

I'm 320lbs 5'8" and I ride a Honda grom clone and its fun as shit! I changed out the carb and added a 17t front sprocket and I go about 50.

[@chonk9627]

Dude same here! I’m 320 and 5 9 and I ride an 03 Honda 450

[@972CHENZO]

@@chonk9627 i actually sold it for 1000 and bought a 2017 honda cbr500r for 2k with 6k miles

[@observingrogue7652]

Thank you.

[@stanwood00]

I am a new licensed biker. What would you suggest for a older 1st bike for someone over 6' 6" and over 340lbs. I really like the dual sport option.

[@codiny]

6’3” 330lbs. Can you talk more about your keto experience?

[@DorkintheRoad]

Easiest "diet" I've ever been on. I did lazy Keto (didn't track anything, just tried to stay under 21 carbs a day) and the pounds melted off. Lost 80 pounds in 9 months. You can eat until you're full and because you basically just eat protein, you're never really super hungry. It's a little limiting (I miss beer), but I've stuck to it for 2 years now.

[@jamesmorton6934]

@@DorkintheRoad I am 6'1" and a very light 290. i am looking to get my first bike and start riding. I would also really like to hear more about your keto experience as well.

[@ChaserTiponi]

Gear problems for a 320 lb. guy I got 0 advice. But I will say this. I weigh in at 180. If I'm on a 180 lb. bike I'm in control. A lot more so then if I'm on a 325lb. bike in technical stuff. It seems to me a 325 guy would be comfy on my 250l as long as the suspension is adequate? And I think it would be because the travel is pushing 12 inches if I remember right? Just to encourage guys who might not ride due to weight I think they would be well in control of heavier bike as compared to lighter guys who are prone to the bikes weight pulling , pushing and trying to chuck you off. What I'm try to say is 325 guy on a 320 bike might be the same as 180 guy on a 180 bike. Thers a lot more variables Like engine size and suspension mostly. What I'm trying to say is the heavy guy weigh down that suspension of a 250L causing the suspension to not feel as soft as would for my 180. Seemingly that's just physics. It's just a theory but it's MY theory lol. Don't use weight as an excuse NOT to ride! Your gonna have to do better then that!

[@ChaserTiponi]

Answer my own thread but as far as I'm concerned there is a bike for every rider regardless of your weight. Everything from 50lb.s to 400 lb.s theres a bike out there that will fit the riding you wanna do and make it fun. Rock on DORKS!

[@juanticimo]

The only issue, is that some bikes are better for heavier dudes than others. I am 6' 275 and i own a yamaha tw200. that bike is fine, however ive heard that bikes like the KTM 390 adventure doesnt work so well with bigger folks. also thanks for the great video, subbed... you excited about the possibility of the CRF300L?

[@DorkintheRoad]

I'm excited. I'd love to ride one and check it out.

[@jamesthompson6723]

Have you had luck with chest protection. I have an Alpinestars Bionic but it is tight and makes breathing labored.

[@kevinsenesac3187]

I've never been able to find anything that will fit me in motorcycle gear

[@carlospinzon9842]

Can a 1250cc bike be to big for a new rider that weights 325lbs?

[@Beyond2Wheels]

Can you give a run down of your setup for recording in the garage? Are you using lighting, computer etc?

[@pzchannel6444]

Thank you !!!

[@sayuas4293]

I have been to countries where they carried like 5 people on one 100cc motorcycle xD so one overweight person will work

[@Dave_A41]

So 6'4" 280 is fine for a Honda 300L?

[@jimmyttkacz2006]

my feet are fatter than shit!!! any ideas on boots??

[@MrCaptainCrazy]

My biggest problem is always wanting to stop to eat. Otherwise no problems 🤣

[@MrKendemang]

Thank you for posting this video, I agree with you 100%! I am also overweight, but I dont let that stop me from having fun and riding safe!

[@DorkintheRoad]

That's right! Get out there and do the thing!

[@Billy28376]

I was 6'5 427 lbs. My xr600r don't care. It carries me all over. My wr400f does a good job too. Good job on the weight loss. I'm down to 397 myself and dropping. My biggest hurdle was just to stop giving a shit what other people think. I'd ride a grom too. Anything on 2 wheels is fun.

[@AirikDaze]

i am about same weight atm and looking for a dual sport atm and this is exactly what i have been trying to find, trying to loseweight as well, but good to know these bikes will be able to handle me

[@andrewstambaugh8030]

*3 common issues for heavier riders that lead to directly to injuries:* (These are generalities, which means frequently true, not absolutely) Hopefully this communicates how easily you can address these to avoid problems. 1. *Particularly with legs - poor body awareness.* If you are sitting lazy on the bike - fine (we all get tired). But don't combine that with knees and feet sticking out. You won't have feel or control of the bike, and both are asking to get snagged and cause a wreck. If you are sitting a lot, even sitting you can pre-spring your legs to help take bumps (and save your back from all that shock), but that's hard to do with your legs sticking out. 2. *Lack proper falling technique + extra weight.* I have personally known several heavy riders who all stopped when they had a fall onto their shoulder. The extra _momentum_ of the extra weight meant popping ribs loose in their back or compressed disks, etc. *And it they were easily preventable injuries!* I'm not talking about becoming a perfect rider. I'm talking about *_learning_** a few simple auto responses when falling.* Imagine being upside down and being dropped from full body height. Would you want to fall straight down on your neck or shoulder? No! Absolutely try to avoid that. Risk other body parts to avoid that! Most martial arts teach people how to fall _and avoid injury._ (strange why isn't clear, simple and commonly available instruction that everyone teaches for motorcycles) If my friend had the *"I'm upside down, make circle with my arms" instinct,* he would have rolled down. Even making the circle the wrong direction and badly shaped would have easily cut the impact in half and made it possibly progressive instead of a hard impact. *Everyone should learn this - but heavy riders pay a harsher penalty than light riders.* 3. *Stand more.* You may get tired faster than thinner people You will sit more. *But stand when it gives the biggest payoff.* If you are going through rough stuff, stand so you don't get beat to tiredness. And *learning correct posture will make standing much easier and less tiring,* plus it comes with the added riding confidence of knowing you have the control to handle rough stuff safely. And it will help reduce back fatigue. PS riding is a great way to enjoy something that is incidentally exercise. Go out and enjoy riding more!

[@pizzahut5124]

I crash almost every ride atm because of the snow/mud at the higher elevations we’re poking around in. I just get away from the bike and try to slide. Falling is a an art. Wear protection though. If protected and a skillful faller, you’ll be fine most of the time.

[@tonyseeley]

Just wanted to applaud you for making this video. I used to be over 300lbs and these days are down to the low 220's, but I would have LOVED to have seen this 5 years ago. I'm sure there are a TON of guys out there that exclude themselves from this great sport because they think they can't participate. So it's wonderful to see you make this and share your story.

[@momoo5843]

Hey man what did you do to lose weight?

[@georgeferguson9779]

I'm over 300 right now. 270 is a manageable weight for me. I want to get back down to 220. After watching this video, I'm going to require myself to lose 20 lbs by the last week of February or I am not going on a ride I really want to go on.

[@tonyseeley]

@@momoo5843 Only eating between 12 noon and 8pm (intermittent fasting) and LOTs of walking (over 6 miles a day), took 8 months.

[@DonnyHaney]

Greetings from Colorado! Thanks for the video! You answered a lot of my concerns and questions. I am built very close to your size. I'm 6' and 284 lbs (was 312 lbs) with a 30" inseam. I have not ridden since I was a teenager and I wasn't overweight back then (80's). I made a deal with my wife that if I meet a weight loss goal I can buy a motorcycle. (Suzuki DR 650 is my goal bike) Love your channel!

[@frederickjeremy]

Did you ever get your dr650? Ive had one since 2010. Love it. Dont use it off road nearly as much as it was designed for, but the customization available for that bike isnt rivaled by much of anything else less maybe Harley Davidson….. maybe.

[@DonnyHaney]

@@frederickjeremy I ended up first buying a 21 Royal Enfield Himalayan. It's fun to ride. I also bought a 22 Kawasaki Ninja 650 which I love riding. I tried riding a cruiser and the riding geometry killed by back. I have a tall torso and short legs, not cruiser material. I am down to 255. Weight loss slowed down but I am still making progress. My weight has not been an issue with riding at all, if anything it motivates me to keep losing weight. I would still like to try a DR650. I grew up in the desert in SW Wyoming, that bike would be great there.

[@URAN_235_URAN]

Man, I am 14 years old and 185 pounds. I’m scared that I won’t make it to lose weight. And would be a Kawasaki 250 KX-F enough for me? I am scared that i will overload the engine or that the bike is going to low bcz of my weight or stuff like that and the amortisation would be overloaded. Has anyone diet tips for me? I started to stop eating sweets and I’m drinking mainly water

[@keed_on_two_wheelz]

Man just get a drz things could care less.if you were an f150. It'll lug you about

[@makerofmanythings8447]

I'm 235 6'2" and am looking at the KLR650 adventure with digital camo. I feel better now after watching your AWESOME video, THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

[@jessedevilbiss8436]

It's a relatively good bike. But, it has NO GUTS. I had to get rid of it because of that. I picked up a KTM 525 instead.

[@adamwithana8759]

Ur just a lil fella 😊

[@pizzahut5124]

Save for a t7, springs, and tires. The Klr is cool and all, but I’ve rode both and yea….

[@oneofthosepierceboys5776]

I have similar issues with sizing. I am 6'3" and 230 (I'm considered overweight) and I need longer pants, but then the waist is too large! Would be nice if they would quit with the one size fits all.

[@ProudFilthyCasual]

Exact same size and issues lol

[@PineyRider]

I'm like 5'10" 270 lbs. My TW200 takes me anywhere. And my Burgman 650 and Versys 650 both think I'm just a kid. I was 400 lbs🐘 in 2001 and rode a KLR 650 and it didn't care. I'd just have to wipe the tears out of the headlight sometimes!! 😖😢

[@DorkintheRoad]

Tdubs for the win!

[@williamrandall6472]

😅

[@hillquestdualsport]

Well said. I am 57 years old at 5'9" and 205lbs and I would be considered by some as "overweight".... There is a huge difference between "couch potato" overweight and "active athletic" overweight. LIke you, I am an active overweight, I still jog 5 kms, 3 times a week and on a dual sport, I keep up with the 40 year olds all day long. If you tell yourself you can't because of your size, you won't. A positive attitude makes all the difference. Thanks Dork.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Positive attitude is the key to a LOT of things in life, for sure.

[@dustinfoltz4769]

Weight is weight when it comes to a machine that has to carry you. Do you think the bike cares about your boby fat percentage??.. Smh

[@bryankrot2986]

10yrs ago I weighed 232 at 5'7". I got a Harley and I didn't want to be the huge guy riding down the road. Got down to 175 for 4 years and the last 2 I've slipped buck up to 190 but I'm working to change that. Got a dirt bike a year ago, WR450 and I'm having lots of fun. I have a 29" inseam, maybe a video for riders with short lags?

[@DorkintheRoad]

I do get asked about that a lot. I'll think about whether or not I have a video's worth of stuff to say about it ;)

[@taha2615]

im 16 410lbs 6’5 and im new to dirt bikes so idk which bike i should get or if a bike can even handle my weight or height so i would really appreciate it if someone would maybe tell me what bike to get

[@makerofmanythings8447]

I'm in the same boat as you with my weight and height when it comes to a dual sport motorcycle. It's hard to get answers for our questions. If I come across anything I'll let you know.

[@Beyond2Wheels]

Great topic. I have been riding for many years and I am overweight, I have been on keto for about a month and a half and have lost about 20lbs I am now 345 lbs. I have always built my own suspension and resprung my bikes. For the last 5 years I had been riding a well built DR650, and I felt like it was the size of bike I needed. I rode it like a dirtbike most of the time, including a few times on a track. I recently moved to the DRZ, and a CR250 2 stroke. I have noticed that riding such a heavy bike for so long has really taught me how to use my body to manipulate the bike. I hope to keep losing and be in the 250 range. Congrats on your weight loss, great content. Keep it up.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Congrats on your weight loss! Keto is kind of magic those first few months. The pounds just melt off.

[@LoveJesus31]

Just curious have you seen the new 2021 Yamaha Tenere 700? Really seems like the best dual sport made! They got some great videos on you tube for that bike. The price is $9,999 which isn’t to bad.

[@jimmorrison306]

Boots - the Forma Adventure Low boots have been great. My calves wouldn’t fit in the other boots I tried. I used these on the street.

[@marklerfald]

Thank you , DITR. RESPECT for sharing your story. I appreciated your transparency with the challenges of being a new rider, and now I understand the additional challenges you dealt with because of your weight. I’ve lost 40lbs. on keto, with 40lbs. more to go with the dream of being a healthier person and a rider again, and I will get there. Thanks again and congratulations to you.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Congrats on your keto success so far!

[@losing_myself]

I have big calves and bought a pair of Forma Predator 2.0 and they fit perfect at least for me. Pticey but great protection and comfortable for a mx boot.

[@frederickjeremy]

6’4 380-390 currently flaunting a dr650. Have on occasion rode two up on it with my wife tho wasnt ideal, and was cramped, functionally was perfectly fine down some back roads. I did just learn riding talamena scenic drive with my niece on the back i needed a heavier duty tire on the back than the kenda k761 4 ply i was running. It tried to peelthe outter tread from the carcas in the twisties between the extra weight of me, my niece, and the luggage full. Hello dunlop trail max mission. More expensive but geeeze that is a dang tough tire that does really well for a large variety of riding conditions. Thank you for putting this out there.

[@FrankJCone]

Honestly, you wore that #320 well!

[@noahjoseph9633]

As someone who is 6'2 270lbs, what bike would be good for dual sport, so i can ride trails and highways, I would like to be able to go 115km/h or 71M/h comfortably. I was thinking of the CRF300L.

[@jadr5989]

Great video. As a new rider, I've noticed riding off road is a heck of a work out in itself, without destroying my knees like running. And trying to keep up with my son or other riders is a huge motivation to get in shape also.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Good point I forgot to make. I was in much better shape this summer just because of all the more involved trail riding and stuff I was doing.

[@dualsportdiary1150]

@@DorkintheRoad whats funny is I was doing very good loosing weight. I got my bike and told myself "dude, this will help you loose even more weight". Well every time I had free time I would ride!!! So I stopped walking, jogging, hiking, fishing, etc and all I did was gain weight while my ass was glued to that comfy Seat Concepts seat. Lmao

[@mazdaRX7fdrdgen]

For sure as long as you riding standing on more technical trail. And be careful with knees, the do wear out. Drink plenty

[@dualsportdiary1150]

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[@teabaganyone7830]

I’m closer to 700 pounds so Way too big to ride but this is motivating me to lose weight thanks for the video

[@Hoodlegendyoutube]

Can someone 6’2 ride a dirt bike? Is it gonna be comfy?

[@DorkintheRoad]

My buddy Ducfan is 6'4" and he does just fine

[@Sixbears]

As a big fat guy with short legs . . . thanks! Looking for a dual sport/adventure bike for next summer's adventures.

[@doobielawson702]

Totally agree about the pants. Manufacturers think if you have a bigger waist you must have long legs. Excellent topic for a video!

[@Acontractuallife]

Tried to get the klim carlsbad 42 short but not available or sold out always. It's almost like thats the popular size so they should have more by now

[@aajoda3298]

I'm 320lbs 6'2" and 34. I haven't riden a dirt bike or any motorcycle since I was about 14 on a 110. I want to learn to ride, but I'm on the fence on what to buy... I'm looking at a 2020 brozz and a 2014 KLR 650... I like the price of the Brozz, considering idk how into it I'm going to be, but will it haul my big self up a logging road??? The KLR is beautiful and low miles, but is a 650 too big for a beginner??? Your insight would be immensely appreciated.

[@Wintersdark]

6'4", 320lbs, *without gear*. Riding a Tenere 700. At my weight the transition between sitting and standing is hard on the knees, and the Tenere is (despite being very tall) kind of cramped, so I mounted a SC Tall Rally seat (+41mm) and Bosley's lowered pegs (-30mm). The resulting almost 3" spread between butt and feet made standing effortless, and the -30mm pegs functioned as sort of risers by dropping my torso that far while standing. Ergos solved! Then we get to the riding itself. Fun fact: while you may need to work up to longer technical rides (it's exhausting if you're also out of shape) riding offroad isn't harder if your a Big Boi. Because you've got far more weight to move around to balance and control the bike. Bikes too small? Not really a problem. As I said above, the greater your weight relative to the bike, the more it trivializes balancing and maneuvering that bike. I did an ADV training day about a week ago, and doing circles where other riders had to be fully off the inside of the bike I could do the same radius just swinging my butt out. Do I occasionally get snickers being a gigantic fat bastard on the street, particularly with the bulk of my armored 3XL riding gear when I'm riding small bikes? Yeah, it happens. But I'm faster, I can stand that Tenere up into a wheelie and take off far faster than a car can follow. *Shrugs*. Once out in the bush? My experience has been that without fail, ADV riding people are the chillest, most fun people. Never found any judgement there; not about people physically nor how they ride. Be they Hardened Enduro Beasts or "I just wanna ride this dirt road" guys. And really, a HUGE proportion of ADV riders are somewhat overweight guys in their mid 40's anyways, so it's not like they're going to say anything! Just do it. Ride!

[@InteractiveIdea]

So I been riding for a while. Ride kinda hard-core street motorcycle, but new to offroading. Looking at klx300 for the dual sport/dirt bike. People tell me, I will max it out quickly considering how I ride the streets. I am about 6'2" and 270lb.

[@BrobaFett2494]

thanks for this video made me feel better lol I bought a husqvarna TE 150 and I weigh a little over 200lbs and when I heard that the bike is designed for someone who is a max of 170 LBS. I was less worried about my body hurting and more worried about the bike struggling to carry me or putting too much strain on the bike. it rides fine and my feet barely touch the ground even when im sitting all the way down on the bike so it doent make me feel like im too heavy for it I just didnt wanna kill the bike later on down the road by being too heavy.

[@markwybierala4936]

I'm heavy. I ride a KLX230 and it provides tons of fun. I had a CRF650L. For what I like to do, the KLX230 is more fun. It could use an upgraded set of front fork springs and I'm looking for a reputable supplier. The little bike will still do 65MPH but I don't take it that fast and I tend to limit my hiway distances to under 10 - 20 miles at around 55mph. But this works well for me and what I want from a dual sport. I like single track trails in the pine barrens of NJ. If I want to ride in place further away, I put the bike on trailer. The big CRF650 was just too tall and heavy for me to properly enjoy.

[@Chugs4Serotonin]

My dream bike is an Indian Scout Bobber, but people keep telling me I'm too big for one at 6'2" 350. Any alternatives people give me, I never like, so I feel like I'm outta luck. Plan on buying one anyway, and just upgrading the rear suspension.

[@peterv1806]

Echoing many of the comments, this was a another excellent video. Such a relevant topic - your info was very insightful. Thank you.

[@zackm2152]

I'm 5 days in on my 2016 Africa Twin... I'm 6 ft and weigh in at 390 as of today. No issue with the bike but the gear is another story. Could you point me in the right direction for a very large summertime jacket with good protection? I'm down 12 lbs in 5 days and plan to continue. Just looking for something within the $400 range that I can wear throughout the summer until I can upgrade at lesser size with more options available. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!

[@MrSki-cw1mh]

250 lbs, 5.9 tall, sugesstions for middle sized adventure bike. 2 year riding, including scooters...so what is your reccomendation please. 10-12.000 us$ bike. I 'm lleaning towards used one, but I have my eyes on yamaha tenere 700. ???

[@alymatos4363]

What about motorcyclist with a plus size passenger??? My man wants me to get on his Kawasaki ninja but I'm a 280lbs girl....I'm scared even my weight alone with make us crash or something. Is that a thing?

[@donaldheine6243]

There isba guy that is 400 lbs selling his new klr650 on a facebook group right know. 400 lbs and a bad back. I see nothing good coming from a 400 lb person on a 450 lb bike hitting the ground. I lost 40 lbs in 4 months last year on a carnivore diet. Going from 236 to 196 made a big difference. But at 400 lbs just no. You ride off road you are going to fall. This isn't s person that realy should loose 50 lbs. This is a person that needs to loose a person in weight. Falling off a motorcycle at that weight is a really bad idea. Getting a bigger more powerful bike won't make it better.

[@appalachianamerican3881]

What about 470lbs? Yamaha Tenere? ----- I use to own a Harley Low Rider back in 2010. I bought it when I was about 415lbs, after getting it, I dropped down to 300lbs. I got active, busy, and motivated after I got it. I sold it in 2015 after getting laid off from work, and from then to now I've gotten up to 470lbs. I want to get a bike to go riding on my time off from work, stay busy, and active. I know offroad and dirt biking is a hell of a work out. So I figured I could get my toes in the water slowly, just riding trails or dirt roads, and as time goes on I will drop weight again. But Im not sure about a dual sport or adventure bike that can handle almost 500lbs rider. Any advice?

[@Jake69always]

Im 13 years old and im 5,5 177 pounds i am overweight i have a klx140r

[@RandallSparks70]

I really want to learn to ride I'm 53 and 240 pounds not sure what to look at any information would be great thanks and great video and I'm only 5ft 7 so I'm short I thought the african twin would work but I looked at it and I was just to short

[@Jedidiahjones]

I’m 6’3” 310lbs and love rippin on my DR650 hell I even tear it up on my sons KLX 110 some times!

[@rogrambo]

Im 320 lb, but my street bike is a 1700 Vulcan Voyager classic and it does not even notice me. But I still want to lose weight

[@mjohnson6703]

I'm looking to get my first dual sport bike and am looking for recommendations. I want it mostly for riding trails in the mountains. I also want something reliable and low maintenance. I'm 5"8 and 207 lbs, so I don't want a tall bike.

[@daveward5714]

My frustration 340lbs no gear fits, so I've started intermittent fasting with keyto. I'm going to get into my MSR jacket soon.

[@billsalcido7878]

just lose some weight, not that hard, you’ll feel amazing, and won’t have to watch videos on how to navigate life as an overweight person. 👍

[@shadowoftsushima7942]

I need to lose weight but as I'm a pretty big dude not quite a truck and not quite a smart car size kinda somewhere in between, my friends 250 didn't care so I just bought a Kawasaki and we'll see how it goes.

[@cookarmy]

I’m 6’ 365 lbs. I’m moving to a large city in Asia in about a year and will need to ride a bike for daily transportation there. Most of what I see there are like scooters and dual sports. I have zero experience on bikes and want to prepare here in the US before I go to Asia. What would be something similar I could start on here?

[@Michiganman260]

I'm 6'2 230 and looking at a dual sport...any suggestions. I'm also a beginner rider.

[@Merc399]

Keto diet/ intermittent fasting/ workout in the AM in the middle of your fast. give that 3 months while you save up for your bike. Youre welcome

[@wildwestexplorations8097]

Very well said awesome video I way 290 and ride a KLR650 with no problems

[@hicklife5646]

got a mint condition kdx200 im 345 pounds wanting to lose weight just never got motivated i bought bike to flip got on great deal but when i rode the 200 i got hooked even with my wieght bike is fast only problem is im 6'1 trying to figure how to set up bike to make it more comfortable standing any one have recommendations on mods and such please let me know

[@FrancoisTX1974]

Another problem is tall, I’m 6’3 for 250, I found gears for me but problem is bike who are not made for people of 6 and above.

[@dualsportdiary1150]

Being overweight is a prerequisite for being a Dual Sport guy lol. If it helps anyone....... I'm 287lbs right now 319lbs at my heaviest 240 at my lowest. Rode a Crf250L in MSF class and have no doubt that bike would get me anywhere. My DRZ400 is enough to kill me if I'm stupid. That bike don't even feel my weight. I ride my sons Coolster 125cc pit bike and that thing hauls ass with 300lbs on it. I have videos of me on my channel and that 125cc got me to the top of mountains and all over the dessert. I ride my other sons Crf50 after working on it up and down the street. Absolutely slow but pulls 300lbs anywhere you wanna go on flat ground. People worried about power should know I've had minibikes with 6.5hp predator engines completely loop out and send me on my ass/back. It doesn't take much power to get you somewhere and doesn't take much more than that to injure you if you don't respect that power boy! O'Neal "Rider" boots have tons of room in the calve area. I have big calves and a pair of "Adventura" boots from cycle gear would just barely close. Other big guys on KZbin suggested the O'Neal Rider boots and I'm more than happy with the calve room. Rocky Mountain ATV has an EXCELLENT return policy. Any apparel item that you buy and does not fit you... Rocky Mountain ATV will pay for the return and send you the right size FREE OF CHARGE even if it was your fault. I ordered 2 pairs of MX boots, one for me and one for my son. Both pairs were the wrong size. They paid for return shipping to them and shipped out 2 news pairs in the correct sizes and it didn't cost me a thing. After that if its still not the right size you need, you can still exchange them AGAIN, but you must pay the shipping that time. They absolutely earned my business and my money right there. Check their website for details but what I said above is pretty much the whole policy. Big guys also have an advantage in areas. A big heavy Drz400 will be very easy for a big dude to flick around on trails and in traffic, pick up after a fall and other things compared to a 160lb skinny dude trying to manage the same bike. We could all post videos of our gear and apparel to show body size and size of jackets/pants etc for people to get an idea 😂🤣😂🤣 I'm sure there are other things to mention but my big ass got hungry typing this and I need a snack...... 😁