What size of mountain bike do I need?

What is the right mountain bike frame size for my height?

Mountain Bike Size Chart

Rider Height (in) Rider Height (cm) Frame Size (in)
4′ 10″ – 5′ 2″ 148cm – 158cm 13″ – 14″
5′ 3″ – 5′ 6″ 159cm – 168cm 15″ – 16″
5′ 7″ – 5′ 10″ 169cm – 178cm 17″ – 18″
5′ 11″ – 6′ 1″ 179cm – 185cm 19″ – 20″

How do I know my mountain bike size?

Your height / Bike Size

  1. 4’11” – 5’3″ = 13 – 15 inches.
  2. 5’3″ – 5’7″ = 15 – 17 inches.
  3. 5’7″ – 5’11” = 17 – 19 inches.
  4. 6’0″ – 6’2″ = 19 – 21 inches.
  5. 6’2″ – 6’4″ = 21 – 23 inches.
  6. 6’4″ and taller = 23+ inches.

What size bicycle is right for my height?

#1 – Simple Size Chart

Your Height Bike Frame Size
5’7″ – 5’11” 16 – 17 inches
5’11” – 6’2″ 17-19 inches
6’2″ – 6’4″ 19 – 21inches
6’4″ and taller 21+ inches

How do I know if my mountain bike is too big?

If your back, shoulders, or wrists ache after a ride, that could be a sign that your bicycle frame is too big. But don’t head straight for a smaller frame—especially if you don’t have those symptoms. A larger frame works better for some riding styles. A bigger frame allows for looser handling, which some people prefer.

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How do you determine your frame size?

Approximate your frame size by wrapping your fingers around your wrist. If your thumb and index finger overlap, you likely have a small frame. If the two meet, your frame size is probably medium and you are large boned if they do not meet.

How do I know if my mountain bike is too small?

You’re likely to notice if a bike frame is too small after you get back from your ride. A smaller bike forces you into a forward position. You may find yourself leaning forward and standing more frequently, which places more weight on your arms. They’ll feel it.

What height is a 28 inch bike for?

Fixie/single-speed bike size chart

Height (inch) Inside leg (inch) Frame size (cm)
5′3” – 5’5” 28 – 30” 50 cm
5’5” – 5’7” 29 – 31” 52 cm
5’7” – 5’9” 30 – 32” 54 cm
5’9” – 5’11” 31 – 33” 56 cm

What height does a 56cm bike fit?

What’s the right road bike size for me?

Rider Height Suggested Road Bike Size
Feet & Inches Centimetres Frame Size (cm)
5’6″ – 5’9″ 168cm – 175cm Medium (54cm – 55cm)
5’9″ – 6’0″ 175cm – 183cm Large (56cm – 58cm)
6’0″ – 6’3″ 183cm – 191cm X-Large (58cm – 60cm)

Is 24 inch bike good for what height?

Kid’s Bike Size Chart

Rider Age or Height Suggested Size
2 – 4 years 2′ 10″ – 3′ 4″ 12″ wheel diameter
5 – 7 years 3′ 4″ – 4′ 0″ 16″ wheel diameter
7 – 9 years 4′ 0″ – 4′ 5″ 20″ wheel diameter
9 – 11 years 4′ 5″ – 4′ 9″ 24″ wheel diameter
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What age is a 26 inch bike for?

Kids Bike Size Chart & Frame Size

Wheel Size Age (Years) Height (cm)
16 Inch / 18 Inch 5 – 7 112 – 127
20 Inch 6 – 9 117 – 136
24 Inch 8 – 11 127 – 145
26 Inch 9 – 12 138 – 154