Nice. How did you get the footpeg bracket made? Also, I'm considering a Himalayan but I'm about 6'2" and the dished out seat makes it impossible to move back a bit. I want to move back just an inch or so, plus generally have the ability to adjust during longer rides. It doesn't appear the frame allows for a different seat, but I'll take any recommendations. Otherwise I'll have to look for a different bike.
The footpeg is actually the same as the one for the pillion. I just drilled it into the crashguard. Well, dished out seats generally serve better on longish rides as they help you find the sweet spot. Too much movement during a long ride can cause added fatigue. What you need to move around are your legs, and you can mount highway pegs on your crashguard for that. If its added comfort that you're after, you can add a layer or two of gel, which will make the stock seat more comfortable. The Himalayan is RE's best tourer so far, hands down. But there, there are other options in the market too 😉
For your height, the only RE bike you will find comfortable is the Himalayan. You can also look at the KTM 390 adventure. Bikes with a higher stance will be more comfortable for you
I was always sceptical for long rides on my Bullet , I did exactly the same mods and got my seats from Imran and bam- I did 600kms ride without any kind of pain or hassle
Yes of course the bike would suit you. But since you are really tall, you may have to change to a bucket seat for more riding comfort. Ride the bike for a few months and then make up your mind..
Yes I have. It is perfectly suited for taller folks. I find it very comfortable in terms of sitting position, handlebar height and resting position of legs. The only little thing is that it is a tad too heavy and under-powered..
@@MotoScope Oh great. I drive a BMW R80GS Paris Dakar, it is maybe much more heavy, I'm afraid to fall with that one. I'm curious to try the Himalyan...
@@leonhiem The Himalayan at 185 Kilos will not be as heavy as your BMW.. ;) But the lack of power will make you feel the weight of the bike even more. Having said that, in terms of offroad ergonomics, the Himalyan is excellent. Do take a test ride.. 👍🏼
@@MotoScope I did! Yesterday. Road hold of the Himalayan is better than the BMW. Central point of gravity is very different between both bikes. (Not easy to compare) Himalayan feels not heavy. And furthermore, it drives very relaxing. Lower power was not a negative point for me.
@@leonhiem The Himalayan is a great bike in terms of comfort and the way it performs on bad terrain. It seems like you may have found your next bike.. 🙂👍🏼
I bought from a shop called Kustomx, which no longer exists. But if you are in Mumbai, you can check out Perfect Seats at Andheri. This is a RD Double extended bar with a thick crossbar, in stainless steel..
nitesh nishanth The Duke would be more comfortable in terms of ergonomics due to the upright sitting posture, contoured tank and the rear set pegs. Even at 6'3" you will be comfortable because of the generous seat and the rear set pegs. The RR310 is also comfortable in terms of the seat and leg position, but the slight forward lean will be uncomfortable for your daily commute. However on the flip side, the Duke will heat up more in city traffic, whereas the RR310 will be more chilled out 😅
Yes the bars are kinda big. They are a treat on the highways though.. This wont fit with stock cables. Had to switch to the Himalayan's cables. Would rather suggest to go for the RD extended or double extended bars as per your liking..
Suman Jadhav I'm not completely sure of the name, but it's like a mini Ape Hanger. You will get this from most accessory shops at Andheri or Lamington. You can also go for the RD extended bar which is a good option for tall riders.
Claroy Mathias Hi. These extensions are borrowed from the pillion rider's foot peg assembly. I bought the 'L' piece and the foot pegs from the RE authorised service centre. I think it costed around 1000 bucks for both of them. Hope this helps.
Hi! I am 6 feet tall and riding my Royal Enfield Thunderbird. I want to know about the handlebars you have. The stock ones on Thunderbird are really not comfortable for me and my shoulder and back pains a hell lot. Please let me know.
Hey man. Yes the stock bars suck if you are on the taller side. The bars in this pic are really tall and pretty comfortable. However, they are more suitable for the highway, and would be a little difficult to maneuver in traffic. I recomend the RD extended bar with crossbar. Its longer than the stock TB bar, but at the same time convenient enough for city use. Go to lamington road if you are in Mumbai. You will get a lot of options there..
I'm 6'4" and have pretty much given up on motorcycling. I have a 4 month old Electra. The seat mod you've done is doable though...I need to ask the local mechanic about this. You called those "spacers" or "risers". I'll find out. Thanks!
locusjag Yes you will get this at your local mechanic. You can even get a longer one fabricated, because I think you will need more height on your seat.
Hi from Oxford uk I’m 6.2 and I feel like Hagrid from Harry Potter when I’m my 500 but I don’t give a shit I love my bike but I do need those foot rests. 👍
I totally know what you mean! The foot pegs really help on longer rides. These are the same pegs that are there for the pillion. You can buy them from the service center. Happy riding! 😁
None, the best option according to your height and usage is the Himalayan. It an excellent tourer and a daily use bike. Best part is that the bike has a tall stance and you will be very comfortable.
Yes absolutely!! The Himalayan has good ground clearance, which means you will be sitting upright, snd your legs will be comfortably placed. The handkebar setup is also such that your posture will be upright ad relaxed. So a great choice for you. Just one thing is that the Himalayan is a heavy bike at close to 190 kgs, which is not much of a concern unless you are doing trails. But overall a good choice!
@@roseestuvert8363 Go for it man, but it's more of a highway handlebar. Will not be too comfortable riding in city traffic. The RD extended bar is a more of an all rounder. Also, with either of the bars, you will have to change the throttle and brake cables to the Thunderbird's.
Seat should cost between 2500 - 3500 depending on whether you modify the existing seat pan, or get a new one altogether. The backrest I got fabricated myself, and spent close to 2k on it. It's pure stainless steel.
sudharsan mvd Thanks Bro. You could do the same thing for your TB as well. You can switch to a Airfly or Butterfly crashguard (Some modification would be needed to fit a TB). You can then install these pegs. It would give you a lot more space to stretch your legs.
Yes of course. The easiest way to do it is using spacers and adding foam on the seat. You can also get a wide variety of taller handlebars in the aftermarket.
hii man, i also have a standard but it's 350cc, you have done an amazing job with the seat, but don't you have any issue in the front mud guard while turning the bike, i mean don't they touch with each other while turning
Adeeb Chand No man. There is sufficient space. The much hard does not touch the footrest. I have used the widest Airly crashguard that I could find for this mod.. On a smaller crashguard, space could be a problem.
The seat cost about 3k, backrest about 2k. The additional foot pegs in the front cost about 1k. The handle bar is an aftermarket RD double extended in SS which cost me about 2k. You may also need to spend an additional 500 bucks on the throttle and brake cables as the handlebar is on the taller side.
Im 6.3 and RE 350 is joke. Cant even ride 25km straight. My butt pain like hell. Even fz 150 can be ridden 100km on single stretch. Whats ur opinion on below mentioned bike as im 130 kg and 6.3. 1) Bajaj dominar 2) TVS 310 3)Enfield himalayan 4) RE interceptor 650 5) Duke 390 6) BMW Gs 310 7)Enfield thunderbird x Im seriously looking forward to buy a bike in this list and dont have time to test ride all of these. Can u advice which one is better. Pros and cons. What im looking for is an touring machine with good grunt say 130kmph on highways with ease and super comfy for my butt. Not interested in mods. Im sure tall riders can help me out on this dilemma.
Hey man. For your size and requirement, the Dominar, Himalayan and Duke 390 are ideal options. If power is very important, you will find the Himalayan underpowered on the highways. Haven't considered the Interceptor because it's too early to comment on it, and it is not built as a tourer. You will have a tough time with your back and legs. All in all, the Dominar seems to be the best option considering your requirement..
@@MotoScope i took TD of himalayan and fell i love with it due to sitting posture, seat comfort but power is not so great. Heard from RE dealers that there might be a 650 version of himalayan soon. So now i made my choice to Dominar 2019 or himalayan 650.
@@vineethrajagopalannair9514 That is a good choice man. The Himalayan 650 will not be coming out very soon, and the 650 engine needs atleast a year in the market to prove itself. Given all that, the Dominar is the best option. Plus, there are tons of touring accessories available for the Dominar.
If you already have a bullet, then these mods will make it a bit more comfortable, but not all that much with your height..😁 But if you are planning to buy one, then go for the Himalayan or any other Adv which gives you taller seating. That will make it more comfortable and give you room to stretch your legs.
WhatsApp Status Videos You can do it. You would need to fit a bracket above the headlamp console. The support for the bracked can be taken from the number plate bolts and using clamps on the handlebar. You can then bolt on the visor to the bracket. You will images on Google.
Suraj Bhola : In principle you can fit it on any Crashguard. However, with guards, it will protrude too far outside and will cause you issues while in traffic. You can fit this on any guard that lets you stretch you legs in a downward direction. Airfly is the best option I have come across. Do not try this on a Diamond guard as it will go too far out and may touch other vehicles in traffic.
nitesh nishanth The bike has excellent ergonomics. It is a superb tourer. The riding position is comfortable even for tall riders, and just excellent when you want to stand riding up. The saddle height is a little more than other RE models, but not a concern for the shorter riders also. The engine was a cause of concern in the earlier models. RE claims to have solved that in the new Sleet model.. So yes, it's a great touring bike.
Welding the foot rest was a better option then drilling a hole into the crash guard as it would compromise the integrity of the crash guard. For the seat height increment you could have explored the option of increasing the FOAM of the seat which gives you added 1/2 to 1 inch and helps your lumber too if you can shape it ...
Sai Prasad Rao Those are some good ideas man.. Well, the reason I did not go for foam to increase the height was just one reason, foam tends to lose its sponginess over a period of time. Secondly, i wanted my seat to be more firm as I have some back related issues. a soft seat is not comfortable for longer rides. As far as the ergonomics go, i have a deep bucket and I also use a backrest which gives me a lot of relief. For the footrest, no bro I didn't drill the hole in. I got the hole gas welded, so there was no physical aggression on it. Secondly, if you look at the footrest, there is only a bit that is available, and welding it will not make it durable and it could break off. Sure, do share your videos as well.. 🙂
Nasir Khan Hi. Perfect Seat- Full seat with rider backrest - Rs 4500 (If you get your own seat pan) Rs. 5500 ( including full seat pan). 42W LED pair - Rs. 2000 - 2300 approx. Main 75w led - Rs. 2800 - 3200 approx.
bro, i want the handlebar for my Thunderbird , which is in your bike...where did u buy this...i had searched a lot for this type of handlebar and found that ,these type of handlebars in shops nearby me is not suitable for Thunder bird, bcz the lower pipe width is not sufficient to accommodate the hanldebar socket in Thunderbird.... so please tell...
+MANU JOSEPH Hi Manu. So we used to have a Royal Enfield accessories shop in Mumbai (non-operational now) and this bar I specifically picked up for myself due to the height and the comfort it gives on highway rides. But you're right, this one won't fit a Thunderbird without modification. The gap between the mounting bars is lesser than what is required for a TB. But I feel it is more or less the same height as the TB stock bar. I would instead suggest you to go in for a RD double extended bar with a thick crossbar. It's the best on-road off-road bar.
Sidharth Sharath Bro thanks for the video even I am facing the same issue of finding a good handlebar for my tb. ..can u tell me where can I find in Mumbai the one u told above
Hey. I'm not sure about the budget you are looking at. But for city and touring, there are quite few good bikes around, like the Dominar, Yamaha FZ25, Avenger etc. You would be comfortable on all of these bikes even with your height. Also, most of these bikes Re available with ABS, which is an imp. Safety feature. Take long rides of each bike before you make up your mind.
