Best Bikes For Tall Riders

The KTM 390 Duke is the best performance bike in the 300cc segment. The 390 Duke is a perfect combination of aggressive styling and brute performance which comes at an affordable price tag. With a seat height of 830mm, the bike is best suited for tall riders. The KTM 390 Duke draws power from a 373cc, single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine producing 44bhp and 35Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox assisted by a slipper clutch. The KT 390 Duke is the fastest street bike available in the Indian market.

The Mahindra Mojo UT300 is the base variant of the Mojo series and it also comes with an affordable price tag as compared to the XT300. The Mojo XT300 is a motorcycle targeted towards touring enthusiast who are looking for an affordable bike for long rides. With a seat height of over 800mm, it will be a comfortable machine for tall riders. The Mahindra Mojo UT300 is powered by a 294.7cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine producing 22.7bhp and 25.2Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The Mahindra UT300 is one of the best touring bikes in its segment in the Indian market.

The BMW G 310 GS is the latest touring motorcycle from the German company. The overall design of the G 310 GS is inspired by the bigger GS bikes. The G 310 GS features a raised suspension and the tall seat height suits the tall riders. The BMW G 310 GS draws power from a 313cc engine that produces 33bhp and 28Nm of torque. The G 310 GS is equipped with off-road tyres, long-travel suspension and a small windscreen.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan is an adventure motorcycle, and it is also the most affordable adventure bike in the Indian market. The Himalayan features a tall stance and the seat height of 800mm. The tall riders will find the Himalayan extremely comfortable, especially on long rides. The Himalayan is built on a brand new frame and the motorcycle is designed for both on and off-road conditions. The Royal Enfield Himalayan draws power from a 411cc fuel injected, single-cylinder engine that produces 24.5bhp and 32Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The motorcycle also gets long-travel suspension and disc brakes at both the ends.

The Bajaj Dominar 400 is a sports cruiser and it is the fastest bike from the stable of Indian motorcycle manufacturer. The Bajaj Dominar 400 is targeted towards long-distance motorcycle tourers and it is a very capable bike on highways. The Dominar 400 is a tall bike and it will be suitable for tall riders. The Bajaj Dominar 400 draws power from a 373.3cc fuel-injected, single-cylinder engine with a maximum power output of 34.5bhp and 35Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The Dominar 400 also comes with features such as LED headlight, slipper clutch, ABS and a fully digital instrument cluster.

The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is one of the best 200cc bikes you can buy in the Indian market. The overall design of the Apache RTR 200 4V is sharp and aggressive and it complements the performance of the bike. The seat height of the bike stands at 800mm and it is a comfortable motorcycle for a tall rider. The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V draws power from a 197.75cc oil-cooled engine that produces 20.7bhp and 18Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The Apache RTR 200 4V also comes with optional dual-channel ABS and slipper clutch.

The once ‘Fastest Indian’, the Bajaj Pulsar 220F was the company’s attempt at making a performance oriented motorcycle. It also has the price advantage over its competitors and is still famous amongst youngsters looking for a performance oriented motorcycle on a budget. Powering the Bajaj Pulsar 220F is a 220cc, single-cylinder air and oil-cooled DTS-i engine that produces 21bhp and 19Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox and returns a mileage of 38km/l.

The Kawasaki Versys 650 features similar design language as its bigger sibling, the Versys 1000. The Kawasaki Versys 650 is based on the same platform as the Ninja 650 and shares the engine too. Powering the Kawasaki Versys 650 is a 649cc, liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine that makes 67bhp and 64Nm of torque, paired to a 6-speed gearbox. Other features include long travel front suspension, tall touring visor, and a 21-litre fuel tank.

The Triumph Tiger 800 is one of the most popular adventure bikes around the world. The Tiger 800 XR is a road-focussed motorcycle and the 2018 version of the bike gets updated engine and a reworked headlight. With an 810mm seat height, the tall riders will be extremely comfortable with the Tiger 800 XR. The Triumph Tiger 800 XR draws power from an 800cc liquid-cooled, three-cylinder engine that produces 94bhp and 79Nm of torque. The engine comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The Tiger 800 XR comes with a plethora of features such as heated seats and grips, adjustable windscreen, adjustable Showa suspension, ABS, traction control and much more.

The BMW R1200 GS Adventure is a motorcycle built for long rides and cross continents. The R 1200GS is a bike which can perform on both tarmac and off-road conditions. The adventure motorcycle comes in two variants: Standard and Pro. The Pro variant is equipped with all the bells and whistles to make your journey comfortable. The BMW R1200 GS is powered by a 1,170cc flat-twin, liquid-cooled engine producing 123bhp and 125Nm of torque. With a seat height of 890-910mm, the R 1200 GS is the best bike for tall riders. The bike also gets a range of safety features such as ABS Pro, Hills Start Control, Dynamic Traction Control and much more.