My dilemma!

[JerryHawk250]

Originally Posted by MeatHammer

Regarding the Ghost, my first bike was a Bashan 250cc cruiser (see pic). It was great for cruising around town but anything more than a half hour got very uncomfortable. The problem was that the seat was too short and the bike was so low that I was kind of forced into an uncomfortable position. I would end up having to sit on the passenger seat if I traveled any kind of distance and my butt and lower back would be on fire I tried making some modifications but the bike just didn’t have the size to fit me comfortably. I am 5’11’ 170lbs so not a huge guy by any means. Might want to see if you can get a measurement of the seat before buying. That is what helped make my decision on buying the X22R.

You and i are close to the same height and weight. I'm 5'10 1/2" Got to get that half inch in there lol and 180 lbs. The X22R is a perfect fit for me. My first long ride was around 3 1/3 hours and never felt uncomfortable unlike my Hawk after about an hour i needed to take a break. I have a bad back and never bothered me one bit.

I see what you are saying about riding position. I guess i'll have to wait and see what the dimension will be on the New Ghost.

[Biker_Andy]

Take a look at what models CSC has to offer. Premium quality and exceptional customer service.

https://www.cscmotorcycles.com/

Not that I've heard anything bad about Venom but I'd shy away from the X22 just because it's a scooter in motorcycles clothing. The Ghost and X22R are both nice machines.

[PastorCzo]

Originally Posted by MeatHammer

Regarding the Ghost, my first bike was a Bashan 250cc cruiser (see pic). It was great for cruising around town but anything more than a half hour got very uncomfortable. The problem was that the seat was too short and the bike was so low that I was kind of forced into an uncomfortable position. I would end up having to sit on the passenger seat if I traveled any kind of distance and my butt and lower back would be on fire I tried making some modifications but the bike just didn’t have the size to fit me comfortably. I am 5’11’ 170lbs so not a huge guy by any means. Might want to see if you can get a measurement of the seat before buying. That is what helped make my decision on buying the X22R.

I am 5'5" 260, the seat height seems like a good fit

[PastorCzo]

Originally Posted by MeatHammer

Regarding the Ghost, my first bike was a Bashan 250cc cruiser (see pic). It was great for cruising around town but anything more than a half hour got very uncomfortable. The problem was that the seat was too short and the bike was so low that I was kind of forced into an uncomfortable position. I would end up having to sit on the passenger seat if I traveled any kind of distance and my butt and lower back would be on fire I tried making some modifications but the bike just didn’t have the size to fit me comfortably. I am 5’11’ 170lbs so not a huge guy by any means. Might want to see if you can get a measurement of the seat before buying. That is what helped make my decision on buying the X22R.

Originally Posted by Biker_Andy

Take a look at what models CSC has to offer. Premium quality and exceptional customer service.

https://www.cscmotorcycles.com/

Not that I've heard anything bad about Venom but I'd shy away from the X22 just because it's a scooter in motorcycles clothing. The Ghost and X22R are both nice machines.

I like the Cafe 250, but the lean angle looks to much. I am short and fat. Lol
I can ride sports bikes, so I was thinking on. That one but decided against it. Plus Venom has free shipping now for a 250cc

[PastorCzo]

Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

Got any pictures of the Vulcan? I had looked at a couple of used ones but the asking price for used around here is nuts.

here you go m8

[JerryHawk250]

Nice bike! I was looking at one the same color. Only one problem with it. No title and the person that it was registered to was deceased. It would of been to much of a hassle to get all the paper work straight.

[PastorCzo]

Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

Nice bike! I was looking at one the same color. Only one problem with it. No title and the person that it was registered to was deceased. It would of been to much of a hassle to get all the paper work straight.

I definitely have the titile, and although I feel dead I'm not. Lol

[Ina Ditch]

Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

That new 2020 Ghost would be my choice. Believe me, nothing wrong with the X22R. Great commuter bike, drives perfect and plenty fast enough for the highway. But for just running around on the back roads 55-65 mph like you mention in another post the Ghost would be the better option.
I was looking for a good commuter bike capable of interstate speeds. I wanted the Venom GTO 250 (really a 320cc) but was out of my price range, then i wanted the KPM200 but wasn't available so figured i'd try the X22R and glad i did. Wouldn't you know the KPM200 was available 1 month later. And now the New 2020 Ghost. My life story. I knew i should of waited a little longer. lol Who knows, i might end up getting one before the end of the year. Nothing wrong with having 3 bikes Right!? Someone say "Right" so i can justify getting one or at least have someone to blame.

RIGHT ON!!!! or 5 or 6 or 7..........

[PastorCzo]

Just sold the Vulcan....now decisions, decisions

[PastorCzo]

After speaking with my father, I came to the decision of the Ghost. It was either that or the csc san gabriel. Since our highways run between 60 - 70. The san gabriel just dud not have the speed I would need

[JerryHawk250]

Now the long wait. Plenty of time to think about the mods. Lol

[Chrisguga]

Please post pics when you do get it! That’s a good looking bike.

[Megadan]

Originally Posted by Biker_Andy

Take a look at what models CSC has to offer. Premium quality and exceptional customer service.

https://www.cscmotorcycles.com/

Not that I've heard anything bad about Venom but I'd shy away from the X22 just because it's a scooter in motorcycles clothing. The Ghost and X22R are both nice machines.

The X22GT is a scooter in bike clothes. The X22R is an actual motorcycle.

[Megadan]

Originally Posted by PastorCzo

After speaking with my father, I came to the decision of the Ghost. It was either that or the csc san gabriel. Since our highways run between 60 - 70. The san gabriel just dud not have the speed I would need

I would be interested in your opinion of it once you get it in. I have always eyed those little cruisers with a little curiosity.

[franque]

Originally Posted by PastorCzo

After speaking with my father, I came to the decision of the Ghost. It was either that or the csc san gabriel. Since our highways run between 60 - 70. The san gabriel just dud not have the speed I would need

They've basically got the same motor, and they would have nearly the same top speed. Short of modifying either one quite extensively, cruising at 70 will probably be a tall order...