so, here's the thing

[haynesjones66]

i sold my storm a while ago because of the riding position being a bit 'wrapped around the tank'. i then got myself a cbr600f4i which is a lot more comfortable and flickable. problem is, it's so slow compared to the storm and so revvy, it's annoying. the obvs thing is to trade it in for maybe a 954 blade but i'm still unsure if thats the best move. a storm engine in a cbr chassis would be cool!! i'm still wondering if dropped pegs and higher bars on another storm would get me closer to a cbr seating position. i have to stick with clip ons because straight bars dont agree with my dodgy hip. any thoughts?

[Wicky]

Use this - to compare bikes and modify the ergonomics using the options

http://cycle-ergo.com



Get a transalp - comfy as an arm chair, slippers & pipe - N02 optional :-)

[Wicky]

Varadero

[haynesjones66]

thats really clever. to get close to cbr, it needs a biggish peg drop though, and raised bars, but not far off. im not sure if a big peg drop is possible on the storm as the pipes are in the way

[Wicky]

You caan drop an inch with a comfort kit adjusters - though rear brake needs a bit of foot lifting to apply. Gear lever can be adjusted to suit.

[StuartWags]

had all 3. Suggestions.

Get used to thrashing the nuts off the 600 every where you go.. they love it
Work on your back and stomach muscle strength. This really helps take the load of your wrists

Not done many miles on my blade but first impressions ... probably not going to solve your problem

Also had a blackbird... great on the move above 30 mph .. really bad for me about town ..

[Dickiebig]

Done the lowering kit, 40mm, and initially I thought I had cracked it. But have now gone back to standard pegs with ultra low bars
Bit worried but 200 plus miles yesterday and I managed better than I expected. Bit crock on getting off but up and about pretty much ok this morning.
You will just have to play around and whatever you go for accept the compromise.
There is always a compromise. So my wife tells me, frequently!

[Jamoi]

Being a leggy chap, I had hours of fun on cycle ergo!



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[nigelrb]

I'm all for adapting to different bikes. Rather than adjust geometry, unless one has severe agility impairments, I think we can quickly accustom ourselves to different riding positions AND be comfortable. Just throwing this in the ring!

[Wicky]

[haynesjones66]

comfort isnt an issue with the cbr. in fact it's spot on and suits my riding style which is why i'm drawn to the blade. i was told the 954 seating position is very similar to the 600. i guess i just miss the grunt of the storm.

[StuartWags]

i used to commute on a 600F3 and it was a great little bike. My current F3 is a dedicated track bike so difficult to compare directly to my 2001 blade.
in addition i have not done major miles on the blade.

What i have notice about the blade is the elbow stop is insufficient and it feels like you are going to end up down a superman when hard on the gas

[haynesjones66]

might be best to try out a blade first, methinks. budget bikes in swindon are looking out for one for me. great old school bike shop, by the way. well worth a visit.

[sirch345]

Use this - to compare bikes and modify the ergonomics using the options

http://cycle-ergo.com



Get a transalp - comfy as an arm chair, slippers & pipe - N02 optional :-)

I've not come across cycle-ergo.com before, cheers for posting the link Wicky

Chris.

[misnblu]

had all 3. Suggestions.

Get used to thrashing the nuts off the 600 every where you go.. they love it
Work on your back and stomach muscle strength. This really helps take the load of your wrists.

Any particular exercises for the back you would recommend?
I do 80 sit-ups everyday along with full body weight training but do t really have anything to strengthen the back unless Romanian dead lifts count.

I'm new to the 'Storm and read that using your legs on the tank and core will make it easier on the wrists.
Thanks.