MOPED ARMY

Most step through mopeds have a height adjustable seat, obvious exceptions that come to mind are any with a longer/2 person seat, like the Honda Hobbit. The rest of the proportions might be a little tight though. Magnums are suited for taller people but expensive. I have a 2003 Sachs from Europe that is a step through but surprisingly tall, like I can't put both my feet flat on the ground when riding it even though I can touch the ground fine on my cb550.

Price wise, markets vary. But consider that there are $300 stock maxis that pop up all the time all over the country, and that shipping would be around $200 depending on where you are and where the bike is. A Maxi that has new tires, brakes, cables, but stock motor is worth ~$450 all day. A bone stock Maxi with a motor rebuilt by someone competent is worth around $600.

Point is, don't pay a grand for a Maxi. Avoid Tampa Steve, dude has fucked over enough people to warrant not doing business with him, and he doesn't know jack shit about working on bikes

I dont.think.you'll find anything that will be comfortable.for long hauls....if you're talking short jogs around town or back roads most any can be adjusted to ride...i'm 6'5" 265 and have ridden several different ones but not actually comfortable and top heavy feel on most

Piaggio Grande, Derbi Variant and DS50, Atalla Master and LL4m, Motomarina Sebring , and Vespino are some of the larger framed mopeds I have had that were pretty comfortable. I am 6'2" and 200ish pounds.

I am sure there are a lot of mopeds that would be equally comfortable. I like having a long seat, helps me get in a comfy position. (I have had some smaller mopeds that wanted to wheelie when you scooted all the way back on a long seat)

Something variated or with extra gears is going to be nice to get you moving and climbing hills.

freespirit or murray.

How much is expensive, I don't mind spending 1,000 dollars if it meets my needs and allows me to ride Simi comfortable. Also I love the look of the Minarelli V1 what should I pay for one if those in running solid condition? And thanks for the other recommendations also looking at all of them!

I paid $1750 very fair dollars for that derbi and it was slow and in need of work to rip, so the idea that you’ll be able to get a good running rebuilt bike w fresh tires, chains, and cables for $600 is laughable. Fwiw I also had to pay $2500 to buy back a magnum I once sold for $1500 when it went well over 60mph. The market is what it is because many people trying to control the price narrative are sitting on hoards of junker bikes they’re ready to throw together as “runners” when you reach out to buy. I am building a couple for sale, neither of which would really suit you as a big guy (one maxi, one mini magnum) but they will be priced around the prices mentioned above, because for anything you’ll want after the first week of riding it, you’ll have to pay. Even the $2500 magnum I bought back I had to rebuild, so look to buy from a reputable shop like Sabatino Mopeds for example, someone who puts together some really nice bikes for the value. (edited)

You can probably find a running v1 $300-$700

I've always seen tall dudes ride motobecanes, but I'm 5'7 so everyone's tall to me.

The v1 motors were fitted on lots of different frames, some bigger but some of them like the Motrons and cimattis and stuff are smaller than average. They also have the short crank arms usually that are really annoying imo. There are some rarer ones like Raven and lem that are big tube frame.

I'm not quite that tall but at 5'11 with a 34"inseam I like a long seat bike that I can stretch out on. The Moby is great, I like the maxis like the sport mk2 with taller bars and seat, but you can configure any maxi with the right add ONS.

The tomos are a little bigger than a puch, that seem to be more common in the Southeast, 2 speed helps get ya moving a bit better. They also had sturdy wheels which is a weak point on a lot of mopeds.

I think the only person who can really speak on this so far is Maitland. He’s a tall dude and rides mopeds.

I’m 6’4”, I have a few Vespa grandes they are comfortable to ride. They are a bit harder to work on since everything is tucked into the subframe but having the cvt transmission is nice for off the line power and climbing hills.

Yes, I forgot about the Grande. I was going to say a Revival or StreetMate or then the Motomarina Sebring.

Oh I don't care about looking silly 😜 I just care about comfort and thanks for all the info I appreciate it!

I like all the fuckers commenting that are not 6’4 or taller…. Puch cobra if your a boss and have the cheddar to obtain one. If your cheap just get a tomos targa ttlx, or a Garelli ssxl and chill. Derbi variants are pretty comfy for tall duders. Ya!!

^ yea I always forget about mobys, they have nice long frames and a Le Moped would likely really be a good one for the tallest riders. It has such a long seat to stretch out. Best mags and color scheme helps too.