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I haven't been riding for over 2 years now and want a motorcycle again. I really like the America's and the Speedmaster's, but since I weigh in at 275lbs. is the 865 a big enough engine. I ask you because of the comments you guys made in another post about how nice a big bore Speedy or BA would be. My next choice would be the Thunderbird
(don't want a Harley). Don't plan on doing a lot of long distance riding, just local and maybe an ocassional weekend run. Don't expect much if any 2 up riding, wife used to like riding but not anymore, that was on a GS 850, but together we didn't weigh much more than 325. Hope this is enough info for you guys to offer some guidence. Plus for the price of a Thunderbird you can get a BA or Speedy deck it out with some nice extras and still have change.
Thanks for any info
filerj



Actually, I dont remember posting about a big bore Speedy, but the Speedmaster or America as it is would be a very good bike for you. Either one are great bikes for new riders or returning riders and it is one that you wont feel like you've out grown it.

Even two-up it shouldnt be a problem. I do have a friend that weighs about 450 (he's like 6' 6" and huge). He doesnt complain about lack of power at all.

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