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1. Introduction:
Every year many motorcycle-manufacturing companies make different motorcycles for different types of riders. The variety among the riders exists because some people have their taste for a specific type of bike like the majority of young people like sports bikes but there are some people who have to choose a bike on different criteria.
Tall women riders face difficulty in finding the right motorcycle. For tall women, the main concerns are the motorcycle has good ground clearance, good seat height, a comfortable position for the handlebar, and most importantly good placing of the floorboards or footrests. So, that the legs do not get tired on long rides.
By looking at all the main concerns for tall women riders. Here is a list of the 10 best bikes for tall women.
2. BMW R1250GS:
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The BMW R1250GS is an adventure bike made by BMW Motorrad. The BMW R1250GS is a variant of the BMW R1200 series, being the successor to the R1200GS. In 2019, BMW launched the BMW R1250GS and it is still in production.
The BMW R1250GS has a seat height range between 33.5 and 34.3 inches and an overall height of 56.3 inches, making it one of the best bikes for taller women. This bike is able to handle bumpy, mountain roads.
2.1 Specifications of BMW R1250GS:
| Engine | 1,254 cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Air-Cooled Four-Stroke Flat Twin Engine w/ Double Overhead Shaft |
| Maximum Torque | 105 lb-ft (142.3 Nm) @ 6,250 rpm |
| Horsepower | 136 hp @ 7,750 rpm |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Intake System |
| Top Speed | Above 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | 7.5 in/7.9 in (189.9mm/199.9mm) |
| ABS | BMW ABS Pro |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.2 gal (19.6 L) |
| Reserve | 1.1 gal (4.1 L) |
| Weight | 549 lbs (250 kg) |
| Payload Capacity | 476 lbs (216 kg) |
| Seat Height | 34.2 in (870 mm) |
| PRICE | $19,870 |
3. Harley Davidson – Breakout:
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Harley Davidson is an American motorcycle company founded in 1903, making it one of the oldest motorcycle companies in the world. Harley Davidson has launched many models over the years. The Harley Davidson Softail is one of the fan-favorite Harley Davidson models.
The Harley Davidson Softail Breakout is a cruiser and a variant of the Harley Davidson Softail . It was first launched in 2013 and it is still in production. The 2013 Harley Davidson Breakout had a traditional glossy look which was kept the same up till 2016. In 2017, Harley Davidson made slight changes to the motorcycle’s shape by changing the glossy look to a matte finish, reducing the wheel size from 21 inches to 19 inches , fitting in dual disc brakes, and increasing the engine displacement from 110 cu (1802 cc) to 114 cu (1868 cc) , etc.
The 2022 Harley Davidson Softail Breakout has a similar design as the 2018 and 2019 models. It has a smaller fuel tank capacity of 3.4 gallons compared to the 2017 models which had a fuel capacity of five gallons. For a better riding experience, riders like to attach saddlebags to their Harley Davison Breakout to store extra luggage .
3.1 Specifications of Harley Davidson Softail Breakout:
| Engine | 114 cu (1,868 cc) |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Air-/Oil-Cooled Milwaukee V-Twin |
| Maximum Torque | 114 lb-ft (155 Nm) @ 3,250 rpm |
| Horsepower | 126 hp |
| Fuel System | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection |
| Top Speed | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | Dual shocks/Mono shocks |
| ABS | Standard |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.5 gal (13.2 L) |
| Weight | 672 lbs (305 kg) |
| Seat Height | 26.2 in (665 mm) |
| PRICE | $20,899 |
4. Ducati Multistrada:
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Ducati is an Italian motorcycle-making company that was founded in 1926. This company is famous for its sports and adventure bikes.
The Ducati Multistrada was launched in 2003 and is still in production. It is comfortable to ride on long mountain roads which made it very famous among riders. The main selling point of the Ducati Multistrada was its glamorous design and powerful engine. For taller women , this bike does not have an extra powerful engine or a low seat height.
4.1 Specifications of Ducati Multistrada V2:
| Engine | 937 cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Zestastretta V-Twin |
| Maximum Torque | 71 lb-ft (96 Nm) @ 7,750 rpm |
| Horsepower | 113 hp @ 9,000 rpm |
| Fuel System | Bosch Electric Fuel Injection |
| Top Speed | Above 145 mph (233 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | 6.7-inch Dual Shocks/6.7-inch Mono Shock |
| ABS | Dual Channel |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.2 gal (20 L) |
| Weight | 489 lbs (222 kg) |
| Seat Height | 33 in (850 mm) |
| PRICE | $19,995 |
5. Ducati Diavel:
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The Ducati Diavel is the second cruiser bike made by Ducati. It was launched in 2010 and it is still in production. The Ducati Diavel is considered the most futuristic-looking cruiser amongst its competition. The Ducati Diavel’s elegant design became one of this bike’s selling points. The Ducati Diavel’s powerful engine and seat height make it a very compelling bike for taller women.
5.1 Specifications of Ducati Diavel:
| Engine | 1,262 cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Liquid-Cooled L-Twin Engine |
| Maximum Torque | 95 lb-ft (129 Nm) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Horsepower | 162 hp @ 9,500 rpm |
| Fuel System | Bosch Electronic Fuel Injection System |
| Top Speed | 169 mph (271 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | Dual 50 mm Adjustable fork/Mono Shock Preload Adjustable |
| ABS | Bosch Cornering ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| Dry Weight | 487 lbs (223 kg) |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 882 lbs (400 kg) |
| Seat Height | 30.7 in (780 mm) |
| PRICE | $20,995 |
6. BMW R1250 RT:
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The BMW R1250 RT is a sports-tourer bike. BMW Motorrad is famous for making bikes in all categories, including touring, sports, and adventure bikes. The BMW R1250 RT is a variant of the BMW R1200 series and the successor to the BMW R1200 RT. The handlebar location, seat height, position of the footrest, and comfortable handling of the BMW R1250 RT make it an ideal bike for taller women.
6.1 Specifications of BMW R1250 RT:
| Engine | 1,254 cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Liquid-Cooled four-stroke engine |
| Maximum Torque | 105 lb-ft (142 Nm) @ 6,250 rpm |
| Horsepower | 136 hp @ 7,750 rpm |
| Fuel System | Electronic Port Fuel Injection Control |
| Top Speed | Over 124 mph (200 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | Dual 50mm Adjustable fork/Mono Shock Preload Adjustable |
| ABS | BMW ABS Pro |
| Fuel Capacity | 6.6 gal (25 L) |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 1.0 gal (3.7 L) |
| Curb Weight | 615 lbs (279 kg) |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 482 lbs (218.6 kg) |
| Seat Height | 32.7 in (830.5 mm) |
| PRICE | $26,195 |
7. Triumph Bonneville T120:
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Triumph is one of the oldest American motorcycle companies. In 2011, Triumph was bought by Polaris Industries and has continued to manufacture remarkable motorcycles.
The first Triumph Bonneville was launched in 1959 with a 650-cc air-cooled engine. The Triumph Bonneville T120 was relaunched in 2016 with a better design, engine, and overall riding experience while keeping the style of the original model. The Triumph Bonneville is an ideal well-rounded bike for taller women thanks to its good handlebars position and powerful engine with high power output. The Triumph Bonneville is not a heavyweight motorcycle which makes it easier to handle in the city on the highway. For cross-country rides or long rides, riders may attach saddlebags to the sides of their Triumph Bonneville T120s.
7.1 Specifications of Triumph Bonneville T120:
| Engine | 1,200 cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Liquid-Cooled Eight-Valve Parallel-Twin engine |
| Maximum Torque | 77.4 lb-ft (105 Nm) @ 6,250 rpm |
| Horsepower | 79 hp @ 6,550 rpm |
| Fuel System | Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection |
| Top Speed | 120 mph (193 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | 41mm Cartridge Forks/Dual RSU’s Preload Adjustment |
| ABS | Twin Disc Brake at Front/ Single Disc Brake at Rear |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.8 gal (14.5 L) |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 0.5 gal (2 L) |
| Curb Weight | 520 lbs (236 kg) |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 482 lbs (218.6 kg) |
| Seat Height | 31.1 in (790 mm) |
| PRICE | $12,395 |
8. Honda NC700X:
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Honda is a Japanese automobile- company founded in 1946. Currently, Honda is the world’s fourth largest vehicle manufacturing company. This company makes motorcycles in all categories, such as cruisers , sports bikes, adventure bikes, and touring bikes.
The Honda NC700 series was first launched in 2012. The abbreviation NC means “ New Concept. ” This bike’s design was made a bit different than traditional adventure bikes. It was not as heavy nor had as big an engine as other adventure motorcycles. However, this motorcycle remained successful in the market due to being easy to handle and fuel efficient. The Honda NC700X is a dual-sports motorcycle, meaning it can ride both on- and off-road.
8.1 Specifications of Honda NC700X are
| Engine | 670 cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Liquid-Cooled Eight-Valve, Four-Stroke Parallel Twin Engine |
| Maximum Torque | 44.3 lb-ft (60 Nm) @ 4,750 rpm |
| Horsepower | 51 hp @ 6,250 rpm |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Top Speed | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | 41 mm Telescopic Forks/Mono Shock Damper |
| ABS | Single Disc Brake at Front/ Single Disc Brake at Rear |
| Fuel Capacity | 3.73 gal (14.1 L) |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 0.7 gal (2.9 L) |
| Fuel Mileage | 3.6 L/100 km |
| Curb Weight | 480.6 lbs (218 kg) |
| Seat Height | 32.7 in (830 mm) |
| PRICE | $9,299 |
9. Kawasaki Versys 1000:
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Kawasaki is a Japanese motorcycle company that made a world record in 2016 for creating a motorbike that could achieve 400 km/h in 26 secs . Kawasaki has more sports bikes to its name, but Kawasaki has also made remarkable motorcycles in other categories as well.
The Kawasaki Versys 1000 is a dual-sports motorcycle first launched in 2012 and is still in production. The Kawasaki Versys 1000 is the largest model in the Kawasaki Versys series. It also comes with saddlebags but they are optional and can be fitted or removed when need be.
9.1 Specifications of Kawasaki Versys 1000:
| Engine | 1,043-cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Liquid-Cooled 16-valve, Four-Stroke |
| Maximum Torque | 75.2 lb-ft (102 Nm) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Horsepower | 120 hp @ 9,000 rpm |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection |
| Top Speed | 150 mph (240 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | 43 mm Inverted Forks/Horizontal Back-Link Mono Shock |
| ABS | Dual Semi-Floating 310 mm Disc at Front/ Single 250 mm Disc at Rear |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.5 gal (21 L) |
| Fuel Mileage | 44 mpg (18.7 km/l) |
| Curb Weight | 562.1 lbs (255 kg) |
| Seat Height | 32.2 in (820 mm) |
| PRICE | $18,399 |
10. Harley Davidson DYNA Wide Glide:
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Harley Davidson has made motorcycles for shorter riders like the Harley Davidson Sportster and bikes for taller riders like the Softails . Meanwhile, the DYNA models are somewhere in between, suited for average-sized riders.
Harley Davidson DYNA’s are famous for being lightweight, having good handling, and being very versatile. The Harley Davidson DYNA Wide Glide can be customized as both a sports bike and a touring bike . The Harley Davidson DYNA Wide Glide was first launched in 1993 and continued in production till 2008. Then, its production was again relaunched in 2010 and is still in production.
10.1 Specifications of Harley Davidson DYNA Wide Glide:
| Engine | 1,690 cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Air-Cooled Four-Stroke V-Twin Engine |
| Maximum Torque | 99.5 lb-ft (135 Nm) @ 3,750 rpm |
| Horsepower | 80 hp @ 5,020 rpm |
| Fuel System | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection |
| Top Speed | 99.4 mph (160 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | Dual Shock with 5.0 in. of Wheel Travel / Dual Shock with 3.1 in. of Wheel Travel |
| ABS | Dual Disc at Front/ Single Disc at Rear |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.7 gal (17.8 L) |
| Fuel Mileage | 42 mpg (17.2 km/l) |
| Curb Weight | 673 lbs (305 kg) |
| Payload Capacity | 362 lbs (164.2 kg) |
| Seat Height | 32.2 in (820 mm) |
| PRICE | $15,999 |
11. Benelli TRK 502X:
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Benelli is an Italian motorcycle company that was founded in 1911, making it the second oldest motorcycle company in Italy. Benelli has made sport, adventure, and sport-tourer motorcycles, but it is most famous for its adventure motorcycles.
The Benelli TRK 502X is an ideal bike for taller women because of its high ground clearance and seat height. The Benelli TRK 502X has hard saddlebags attached to it by default while its variant, the Benelli TRK 502 does not come with saddlebags and has lower ground clearance.
11.1 Specifications of Benelli TRK 502X:
| Engine | 500 cc |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Liquid-Cooled Engine |
| Maximum Torque | 34 lb-ft (46 Nm) @ 6,000 rpm |
| Horsepower | 47 hp @ 8,500 rpm |
| Fuel System | Electronic Injection |
| Top Speed | 99.4 mph (160 km/h) |
| Suspension (front/rear) | Dual Shock with 5.7 in. of Wheel Travel / Mono Shock with Preload Hydraulic |
| ABS | Dual 320mm Floating Disc at Front/ Single 260mm Floating Disc at Rear |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.2 gal (20 L) |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 0.8 gal (3 L) |
| Fuel Mileage | 42 mpg (17.2 km/l) |
| Dry Weight | 469.5 lbs (213 kg) |
| Payload Capacity | 362 lbs (164.2 kg) |
| Seat Height | 33 in (840 mm) |
| PRICE | $6,399 |
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