Ducati for larger rider?

[cokey]

Are you just beginning to ride?  The 696 has a lower stance than all of the other Ducs on the floor.  Very confidence inspiring.  It is great to throw the anchors out on both sides when things get a little out of hand....which they will.....lower seats means less weight to catch in order to regain control.

Yes I am.. last time I was on a bike was back in 04 when I was 24..  I figured the new 696 would be perfect for me untill I want something more..

[DucatiTorrey]

Hey, im 6 2 220 lbs and ride a 696. I didn't read the whole thread so bear with me. Im not sure about you, but i know guys my "size" that have bellys, i dont. I fyou do i dont know what would help, but, i fit the 696 fine, the handlebar reach seems short, but im ok with it

get an 1100 monster, it has adjustable suspension

i find riding two up with my wife is a bit much for the 696

also look into different handle bars

hope that helps

[DucatiTorrey]

Yes I am.. last time I was on a bike was back in 04 when I was 24..  I figured the new 696 would be perfect for me untill I want something more..

after seeing this, yeah a 696 is fine, get your liscense, go test ride one, it was (is) my first bike too, and its just fast enough, very confident, and not too much $$$$$

[Nakedsuperbiker]

the 696 was my first Ducati and it's fine if you don't take it too fast or on the freeway.
I outweigh both of you and never had a comfortable ride on the non adjustable shocks I took quite a pounding. Good sales tool to upgrade you into a higher priced Ducati.

[cokey]

Damn..  what's the sugested weight load for a 696, 1100?

[DucatiTorrey]

wow, the 696 isn't that bad...