Have owned a Vespa for two years. Time to upgrade. Currently considering a Harley 250 Super Low.
Stature wise, perhaps the only cruiser my 5' frame is granted the ability to have both feet on the ground while seated upon.
No specific height requirements, outside of both feet comfortable on the ground.
Have successfully test driven it.... But the tiny whisper in my head is nerve wracking once I stop and need to maintain balance of a bike that out weighs me by 200lbs.
Have not let it fall over.
Only element that keeps me from commitment in it's purchase.
Rasional? Or simply fear?
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SW-User
How does the balance of it feel though when you’re stopped and you’re feet are planted ? Sharp looking for sure
@SW-User I'm unable to think in those brief moments...lol. Keep inching forward in hopes the bumper in front of me is shorter than the red Light. 🤷♀️🤣
SW-User
@Bratt how much heavier is the Harley from your Vespa?
@SW-User 150 lbs maybe? 🤷♀️ Have no idea. Vespa like a heavy bicycle in comparison.
SW-User
@Bratt if you’re able to plant your feet flat on the ground when at a stop on the Harley and the weight of it is balanced pretty well, you won’t have an issue of the additional weight
@SW-User Have found that to be on point true. But mentally still dependant upon the throttle/ brake nudge that keeps the bike moving forward when at a red light.
I give myself 50 feet behind the car stopped in front of me 🤭
SW-User
@Bratt there’s nothing wrong with giving yourself safe distancing.. And as another here said, it will be a matter of getting comfortable with the bike over time and the feel and handling of it
