I'm 6ft and 16st. I really wanted a bike I wasn't going to have to anything to. So spending money on rear sets and new bars isn't something I'd be interested in tbh. I made the bike look like a mini Moto too, don't know why they don't just make a decent sized 1000cc sports bike anymore. Iv had a go on a Ducati 848 Streetfighter today. Think I'm gonna go for one of them instead, much more user friendly for the roads.
You're only an inch taller than me then but each to their own. Take it you don't need a Repsol seat cowl now lol !
Im 6,4" and 14.5 stone and find my blade much more uncomfortable than my R1. Try them all before you give up on a sports bike. In most cases older models are bigger, bulkier and more comfortable.
