I have been talking with my mechanic (auto not bike). He is a friend of 20 years, and has been riding for 40 or more.  

We were discussing my dropping of my Savage on a turn a month back.  He said he had seen me riding, and he believed that my Savage is to small a bike for me.  He is not trying to sell me something else, it was just a comment in general about the ease & safety of me and my bike. His exact comment was "As big as you are, the geometry just doesn't work with that size bike"  

Now, I'll admit to being a heavyweight.  I am 6'1" and about 325-330.  I have been riding my Savage  for a year, but I'm looking for opinions from others with years of experience to chime in on what he said.  

Do I need a bigger bike? Or is he just blowin' smoke?

Its a personal decision.  I used to ride a TTR 50 around a warehouse flat tracking it every where.  it was a blast.  I ride Harley's everyday at work.  But then I have become rather fond of my little 650.  Its great on gas...Not too complicated to work on and if you mess up...oh well,just fix it.   If you like it.  thats what matters.  If you dont...its up to you.  You are the one that has to ride it.

I really believe you are big for a S40,Would you feel safer on a 26 inch bicycle or a 20 inch bicycle.

Been seeing a fellow around my neighborhood for the past several years on a 250 Rebel. He's maby 6'5", better than 300 lbs. Can't hardly see the bike. Ride what makes you happy and have fun---Luke

I was your size when I bought my bike. I went thru the MSF course at NSA Mid-South (Millington TN Navy base) about three years ago. The instructor had the same comments to me. That was 14000 miles ago. The bike and I are surviving just fine. I did upgrade the shocks to 11 inch heavy duty shocks. Could have stayed with the standard duty (sized to fit a heavier bike) and had a smoother ride. I have done the standard dyna muffler, rejet and K&N air filter. I commute to work at 65 - 70 mph with no issues at all. The light weight and engine torque have kept me away from cagers on cell phones more than once. For what I have time to ride etc, Suzi is the perfect bike. If I ever retire and have the opportunity to do some real road trips, I'll consider a bigger bike. I have less than $3500 invested in a bike that can do all I need and more. Why pay more to have a status symbol!!! Enjoy your ride, learn from your experiences and those here that share their's. I took a familar corner not long ago a few blocks from the house. I ahd just told myself that I was surprised that there wasn't more dirt and debris on the road from the days of steady downpours that had just cleared out that morning. I went hard left and hit sand!!! I stayed on the throttle until I hit some clear asphalt. I should have gone down but didn't. Next time that I talk to myself, I should listen. Enjoy!!!!

I don't know, maybe you need a bigger bike

I'm 6'1" and about 260. I've been told I look small on the bike. I wish I could afford a set of Ed's forward controls, as it would make the bike more comfortable to ride. My arse gets sore after about 50-60 miles. Every now and then, I bottom out on bigger bumps, but generally, it's fun to ride and seems to have enough power. I can keep up with Harleys on the highway, for the most part. Sometimes, I wish I had a Harley. It seems like 90% of bikes on the road are Harleys. And sometimes, those guys don't want to ride with a little Suzuki. I ride on their asses just for the fun of it anyway. Most riders still give me the "rubber side down" signal when passing, so I don't worry too much about how I look, or being accepted in the brotherhood. It's fun and it works for me.

Well, I think most of us feel the bike is big enough..at least for the usual riding.  Given your height, I suspect the forward control might help-you don't want your kness supporting your chin while you ride.  The stronger shocks would also help, as would a fork brace..  You are early in your riding career.  I'd sink a FEW HUNDRED MORE INTO THE BIKE, miles and dollars and then, after you have the bike set up for YOUR height and weight, get a few more miles&months experience.  By then, you'll have a strong idea whats what.