Motorcycle Ergonomics

[MarkG]

Have you ever looked at a photo of a particular motorcycle and wondered how well you would fit? Sometimes the bike is a nightmare when you actually try to fit yourself to the proportions of the seat, bars and foot pegs. An interesting site Cycle-ergo.com has a variety of motorcycles listed and gives a graphic interpretation of riding or feet on the ground positions. Such things as height, inseam, arm angle, riser pull back, etc., can be modified to give an idea what is needed for the perfect ride.

I clicked on their request button and asked for the older Nomads to be added. The present selection is the newer 1700s. Looking at the forward lean and knee bend angles for some of the other manufacturers, I wouldn't last on a long ride. The Nomad fits me and is comfortable.