First bike but only 5'7

**6ft5** · 14th June 2009, 10:29

Originally Posted by Bike_noob

Hi guys, been thinking about getting a bike. I'm 25 and after growing up on 100ish bhp minis and one with 147bhp. I'm only 5'7 and really love the looks of sports bikes, my worry is not being able to touch the ground LOL any recomendations

Have you ever considered sitting on one and trying to balance.....you'll be sweet

**davereid** · 14th June 2009, 10:33

You are heaps tall enough for anything you want.

Just remember its a bike.

Don't park nose in to the kerb on a steep slope.

When you stop at a corner check for a pothole before you stick your foot in it.

Leave it on the side stand when you hop on - helps you get on without holding the bike up.

Take a camera so you can send us pics when you get it wrong.

Above all, have fun.

**Bikernereid** · 14th June 2009, 10:39

I would agree with a lot of what is on here, try bikes out. I do not think it is just about your height but it is also about tank size. I am just about 5ft 7 and have found that having short legs affects which bikes I am most comfortable with. I am riding a GN250 at the mo and will look for a sports bike that I feel safe on once I have got some decent experience.

**one fast tl1ooo** · 14th June 2009, 10:56

Don't be a pussy - if my girlfriend can ride a GSXR1000 than you can (and she's 5'5). She can touch the ground and rides it well.

You don't need to be flat footed when sitting on a bike. However, the R1's are taller, so you will need to think about what kind of bike you want to ride. But there are plenty out there.

Have fun choosing one

**Thani-B** · 16th June 2009, 14:17

You will be fine.. If I am able to touch the ground on the likes of a GSXR750 and a Gladius you will def be able to. (Im about 5'3")

**Deagle** · 17th June 2009, 13:21

Originally Posted by quickbuck

It is the 180cm plus people that have the issues with regard to bike size.

This is the post that has me thinking. I'm around 182cm, not the tallest around, but starting to get tallish. What would be a reasonable first bike, seeing as I'm leaning more towards sports bikes at the moment.