wannabe Burgman rider

[wilsonsteve]

Evening, folks.
I'm looking to get back into biking - had to stop three years ago because arthritis in my right hip meant I couldn't get my leg over.
Pause for sniggering to die down . . . . . .
Now with a new hip I'm looking for a different biking experience and am seriously looking for a 650 to buy, so if you know of any around . . . . . .

[johnp]

Hi and welcome aboard.

[JohnR93]

Hello, welcome to the forum.

[michaelphillips]

sorry nope ... but welcome lad

[VOZZA]

Hi and welcome.

[Steve_D]

Welcome. Those 650's are heavy buggers! What use do you plan for it? Have you considered the 400?

[Bluebottle]

Welcome

Lots of info in the Burgman owners section

[Dave Weller]

I would consider a 400, I think its a better bike, less strain on the hip for you, a bit lower narrower seat, more storage space, much better MPG, lower road tax. Not much difference in performance and if anything better on longer journeys.
I've owned a 2009 B650 and B400 and will have another 400 with ABS some time.

[wilsonsteve]

Thanks to all for the welcome, and thanks to Dave for some interesting info. How does the performance of the 400 measure up against the 650?

[michaelphillips]

i would get a test ride on one as thats the only way you will find how easy to tunnel mount the scoot and the performance you need, you will be presently surprised , they are very comfy for your hip also