To all that are reading my comments, I'm 5' even. I've been riding for many many years. This gal has put it exactly right on. I agree with everything she said. Take care
I'm cutting my teeth on a 150cc scooter with 28 inch seat while I have a 27 inch inseam. It's an automatic which I'll never do without even if I upgrade to a 500cc scooter. I just don't want the distractions of using a hand and a foot to do something I can do automatically. Now if I could get a cruiser I can fit on with an automatic tranny, I'd consider it.
@@DivergentDroid hondas make automatic motorcycles, although i suggest taking an MSF course and just learning how to ride a manual. it literally takes no time at all. also if youre a shorter rider i would say scooters are a worse fit that a cruiser. cruisers have a low seating position putting your center of gravity lower than a scooter. just my two cents...
@@DivergentDroid You can convert lots of bikes to auto. Rekluse make a good auto kit. I just put one in a Harley Sportster for a friend with nerve damage in his clutch hand.
@@stufoo Yeah, Dual Clutch Transmissions. My scooter has a way lower seat than any motorcycle i've ever seen so my 27 inch inseam fits just right. I'll take an MFS course next year with my scooter unless I happen to master figure eights in the meantime, then I'll just go take the skills test.. much cheaper. The MSF course is not offered here all year round.
My daughter is 5` and 0 inches tall. Her first bike 883 super low, that I lowered 2'in the back and 1" in the front. With boots she was flat footed. her new bike is a 13 Softail slim. dropped 2" rear and 1.5 "front. next mod is pullback risers. The most important thing is to buy it or make it fit you.
Thank you! I am a new rider at 5'2" on a good day. I appreciate any help and info from other women riders who understand the struggle of being short! I had no idea about the seat. That was super helpful!
I am a short male, who recently purchased an Indian Scout and it is perfect for me. I just found your channel, and I have no problem learning from a smart, pretty woman. Subscribed. Ride safe.
Never heard of the handle bars and seat suggestions.. makes a lot of sense and I will definitely get it done to feel more comfortable. I’m 5’5 and always feel the slide back when I hit that throttle. Thank you so much!!!
I'm also 5'1" with a 24" inseam. Sad to say even with the Rox Speed FX 2" Handlebar Risers, Mini Zbars, Wyatt Gatling Butt Bucket Solo Seat, heeled Harley riding boots I still was unable to touch the ground flat footed while setting on my Sportster XL883C. So to rectify the problem of not riding in the passenger seat behind my husband, we found and attached a universal trick kit. Three wheels are better then none. It's great to see woman riders. Ride safe and keep the great videos coming!
I really like that you are giving back! The world changes by acts of kindness one at a time. My company is founded on that mind set we have been actively giving back to our community from the very first dollar we made, actually before we really made anything LOL. The Moto vlog community is awesome you fit right in two big thumbs up!
At 69 years old and 5’2” I’ve done everything you just discussed all my 52 years of riding. I did switch from the Electra Glide to the Street Glide because of weight. Seat and Handle bars most important
Short isn't just a female problem. I'm a 63 year old, 5'3" male rider who has owned ridden almost everything out there including 4 HDs; granted the huge ADV bikes aren't on my radar screen, but I do ride an 800cc BMW GS that I plan to do a 48 state ride in 8-10 days next summer. I use 'one foot down' most of the time, I typically try to keep my right foot on my break at stops. I had a 2005 1200 Sporty that rode like a logging truck. I put a Sargent seat on it and while it was comfortable, it lifted me up and moved me back. The kickstand was mounted way to the front and I couldn't #$%^&* reach it! Finally, as a vet, thank you for the support! Thanks for the video!
Thank you for your service!!! Wow, that 48 state ride sounds awesome!! That would be so cool to do. I know what you mean about the kickstand! I have a hard time reaching some of them when I'm trying other bikes!
@@MotoBlonde I can’t reach any HD forward controls! 😡. Also, I put Burley Slammer shocks on a 2006 Dyna Super Glide. It rode so harshly I went back to tip toeing! I would not recommend them) I also used to lowering links on a Gen 1 Kawasaki Concours and was not really happy with them either. (Sorry for the typos in my original post, I corrected them)
One foot on the brake, one foot down, is how they teach riding in Aus. It’s a great method especially if you are stopped in traffic on a steep hill. Also if using the rear brake while stopped on a steep hill, it’s so easy to get a smooth takeoff without rolling back, it’s a bit like doing a hand brake start in a car
Great tips. I'm also a short rider, 5'5" and 28 inseam. I currently ride a Yamaha fz07 and a BMW R1200R and I can't flat foot on either one. Putting the left foot down is recommended (rider training) in most cases regardless of your height. Be mindful of gravel, leaves or other slippery surfaces on the left side. What I do is to make sure I have downshifted to 1st gear once down to 10 mph or so, then braking with rear brake only. This helps me make a smooth stop as long as I am not timid with the rear brake, looking straight ahead, not down, and the front wheel is straight ahead or possibly slightly to the right. Once stopped it is ok to put both feet down. This helps on a heavy bike. Putting it in neutral is unnecessary unless it's a long stop and there is no danger of being rear ended. Put the right foot down only when the right side of the road is much higher. The trouble with both feet hanging out is that you only have a front brake to use. Unless you use good finesse is easy to make the bike feel unstable due to front fork compression, and is why it is not recommended in most cases. I think this is more of an issue on a standard or sport touring machine than on a cruiser like a harley, because of the weight distribution of the bike and the rider. On a sport bike or beginner bike it doesn't matter that much either because they tend to be very light. In any case you look better using recommended techniques anyway.
I’m 5’ half inch, 5’1 on a good day, I had to lower my old sportster, my softail slim I popped on a similar seat & higher boots thanks for the short girl love!
Hi Heather, I'm 5'7" and I ride a 2019 FXDR. I switched out the stock seat. Harley makes reach seats. Plus my boots totally help. I agree with you on everything. Thanks for the video.
I’m 5’5” and owned a KLR for 5 years. I had the seat modified by an upholstery shop and used the 1 foot down technique. Your right, once mastered tall bikes not a problem.
I don't care if your almost seven foot tall you should learn the one foot down technique. If you have to hill hold to get started you should be using your down hill brake, which should be your rear brake, to hold when you take off. If your foot is on the brake it can't be on the ground. Besides, it opens up more bikes for you to be able to ride on which is always awesome. Beyond that, make sure your levers fit. A lot of smaller riders also have smaller hands and feet, most bikes are not designed with small hands and feet in mind. Adjustable levers all around can make a huge difference. Things like using mid pegs instead of forward pegs, you are still more stretched out if you have have short legs but not stretched to the point where you can't properly push a lever like you might be with forward controls. You may want shorter levers for the brake and gear shifter so you don't have to completely remove your foot from the peg to operate them. On the hand side, you may need adjustable levers that move closer to the grips and keep the friction zone and braking zones closer to the grips to accommodate smaller hands, many factory hand levers are not adjustable at all and the ones that are do not always move close enough. Awesome tips, but be careful with the platform boots. Boots with raised heels in general. If you like to slid or drag your feet, which you should never do, the heel is easy to catch on cracks an break an ankle or run over your own foot. 5'6 guy on a R1250GSA. I don't think I can flat foot even if I take the seat off. lol
I'm 6' tall but my inseam is 32". I'm tall torsoed. I'm blessed that I can ride anything including tall dirt bikes but wish I had longer legs. Some of my friends are apprehensive about riding a Harley Davidson because of height, I'm glad you made this video it makes sense.
That is exactly what you need to do, get the correct seat! I am tall and still change my seat on any of my rides. A good riding boot is the best.. agree!
Your awesome teacher ! Thank you for your time I’m preparing to learn to ride a bike soon. After seeing your video it gives me more confident now . Much appreciation 🙏🏽🥰
If someone short wants a stock solution, get a Honda Vultus. Seat hight 650mm, adjustable backrest included. It's got DCT ("automatic") so you don't have to shift if you don't want to. Looks big but is extremely easy to handle and not really heavy.
One foot down is basically how i learned it....even if i can normally reach the ground. Also helps when you're on a small decline cuz you can use the footbrake....depending on which side you put down.
My new favorite Utuber! Came across your videos by accident which led me to watch more of your videos. .i bought the new low rider S in barracuda silver in early July.Absolutely Love the bike!!! Lots of good info and tips in your videos that can apply to my build !!!Keep the positive videos coming!!!
1 foot down is also used so you can keep that right foot covering the back brake. Same when your coming to a stop, the back brake is gently used coming in to a stop under control and is more stable than an erratically applied front brake that can cause wobblys !! The same for slooow speed control back brake ONLY, Gentle throttle, feathering the clutch, and gentle controlled back brake application WILL keep you steady as a rock . 👍😉
Good tips. I'm 5'6" and ride a 2020 Road King Special. Always ride with boots. Different seat. Mustang lowdown touring with backrest. Have a Mustang Wide tripper Solo on the way. Handlebars are important also. A must have for comfort on long distance. As someone else mentioned you get pretty good at reading a parking lot. Always park so I can pull out forward if there is an incline. Good video. Take care.
One foot down is a great tip. That’s method is also necessary when you stop while your pointing uphill. This way you can hold the back break with your raised foot while using the clutch and accelerator at take off. This one requires practice so you don’t roll backwards at a stop.
Excellent advice. I'm exactly 5' tall and ride a street glide. I wear logger boots, had a custom seat made, use 12" bars, and one foot all the time. I'm also on air ride so I drop the bike all the way down for footing in parking lots. I ride at stock hight with my wife on the back easily one footing, and tip toes. If there is a will there is certainly a way. Nice video 👍
My daughter is your height and I was gonna give her my 2020 Lowrider S, so I have justification for buying a 2020 Street Glide. I appreciate you doing it bc she wouldn't listen to me. Lol
Moto Blonde, your awesome and onspirational, not just to " vertically challenged" women, but, there are men in that predicament. Your advice and guidance works for men also. My sister is 5' 4" and squawbles that she's too short. Her husband rides and has encouraged her to try and see how she does with it. I've started to work on her shininess by getting her information on the sport of riding from a women's perspective. Keep doing what you do, you inspire ladies to get the courage and show people that "any excuse is no excuse for not trying"! Douglas
Excellent tips for functionality and safety. I must agree against lowering the structure of a bike. Impacts the way a bike handles the road and really limits how it handles curves and distribution. When nothing else works, buy a bike that fits you. Excellent video and thanks for sharing. Keep up the great content.. 😀
Another recommendation for a Scout or Bobber if you're short. They have plenty of power and are easy to maneuver since they aren't a heavyweight. On the downside the peg height is also low so they don't have much lean angle capability.
This is great. At 6' tall I haven't had to think about these things before, so I wasn't sure how to help my GF as she starts her riding journey. This helps a lot. Thank you!
I’m a 5’3 guy and just got a M109R, I haven’t rode regularly for near a decade but I’ve always done the one foot down thing since I was 12 and first learned to ride. I typically wear boots just because but I may need to find some boots with a bigger heel lol.
I am 5'3" and ride a Honda VTX, I also rode a Fat Boy Lo for a while. If my feet are flat, I am good. I also test rode an Indian Vintage, loved it but not the price.
You can change Shock settings, You can switch out front springs, You can switch out Rear Springs and you can choose a Seat with less padding, otherwise you are looking at another bike if that cant get you low enough to feel comfortable so Riding is a Pleasure and not a Stress Ball waiting to explode
I owned an 883 Sporster in the 1990s. I have an SCI that left me with leg and ankle weakness. Once you become a rider, you will always want to ride, some difficulties and all. At any rate, I'm 5'8" tall. My back forced me to ride in an upright position. I found that switching to 4" pullback risers with narrow track bars was perfection for me. My 1994 Sporty came out one model year before the Company lowered all of the Sporsters, except for the short model that they already sold. I lowered my bike and found that I could easily maintain the bike flat-footed. I rode it for 4 years and loved it. There were other mods done, as well. (tastefully). Eventually, tendonitis in my wrists caused by my work put an end to riding, though. Over 20 years later I still follow Harley vlogs and the newest models. Some very good advice here, btw. Riding boots can save you from serious foot and ankle injuries.
@@MotoBlonde To tell you the truth, that is no longer an option. I'm now 72 and have developed some other issues developed due to my spinal cord injury. Don't fret about me, though. I have wonderful kids, grandkids and I don't have the virus. Life is good for me. Sometimes we must change our priorities in life. What can you do? Thank you for your concern, though. You are very kind.
@@ronlheureux7623 I hear ya - we’ve had to change a lot due to health issues too. Sounds like you have a pretty great family and support. Thanks so much for being here!
I'm a 5'1" man and I've owned and ridden many bikes. The biggest bike I ever rode was a 2017 Z1000 (Ugly), so even at 5'1" you can do it (just) on tippy-tippy-tip toes. The most important thing to learn is the sliding on the seat technique mentioned in the video. I always described it as "one cheek on, and one cheek off the saddle" when you come to a stop. This is your most effective technique to riding bigger bikes. Other than that, I always used to cut the seat pad down (myself) It does make a difference. And when choosing bikes, remember that you don't HAVE to have a 1000cc bike to keep your self respect. 600's are absolutely enough for anyone's needs. Anything over that just makes riding a bit easier, and massages your ego a bit more. So when you are choosing bikes avoid "Elephants" (as I call them), and stick to "horses". Don't forget, if you buy an "Elephant", it will be HEAVIER than a "Horse" as well as being taller. And everyone HAS to push their bikes around at some point. From my perspective, forget it. I'll stick to my 600's.
i am constantly told that i cannot own anything less than 1000cc if i'm a real man so i went from ninja 250 to 500, back down to 300 and now i have a 400 lol. i love this bike
I am a new rider and I’m barely 5 feet tall or should I say small, LOL I was looking for motivation and your video popped up and I’m glad I found it. Lately I haven’t been wanting to get on my bike and it’s probably because I bought the wrong bike. Thanks for the tips I will be subscribing.
Most important thing is that you feel comfortable on it - hopefully some of these help! I know how hard it can be to ride a bike being nervous - I've been there!
I'm about 5'7" and on my fxlrs the stock seat and bars are just slightly too tall and too far but when I'm actually riding its not bad, its mostly when I'm at a stop or backing up.
I like a lower center of gravity just for comfort although I'm not short, 5'11". I suggest one of the bikes a shorter person test is the Indian Scout. I really like it. Lot of people like it for the lower position. Indian also has reduced reach handle bars, reduced reach foot controls and a reduced reach seat. All cost money of course but they do make it much easier to tailor the bike's riding position to your size.
HEY!! My name is Danielle, I love to see this so thank you for sharing. My very first motorcycle that I bought was a gun shell gray Yamaha R6 , very very very quickly learned that it just was not going to work because every time I tried to ride, I was so scared that I wasn’t able to even retain anything I was trying to learn. I just simply could not touch unless I scooted completely off the seat onto one side and put my foot down. I mean how dumb LOL, lesson learned… My fiancé has been riding dirt bikes and motorcycles sense he was about 4 and had to sell his last motorcycle which was a Yamaha R1, about 15 years ago soooo he was in the market for a motorcycle as well, so he took the R6 and I just ended up buying the 2015 Yamaha R3. Wow, it was soo much better but I had so many limits due to its power, my lack of experience and no long rides. I went on 50-250 mile rides. We still have those bikes but really wanted to move up so!!!! We went to the best Harley Davidson dealership ever “ Latus Harley” in Gladstone Oregon. Because we were both just itching to get into cruder, long distance cruiser bikes. We got our bikes on the same day, I got like I said the 2020 Loretta rest and he got the 2019 street glide special smoked out just like mine. I am a girl that is 5‘1“ LOL crazy. I’ve always struggled with being able to touch from not being able to at all ! to where I’m at now and I can touch pretty good, without it being lowered and I still have the stock handlebars, seat and fairing. I did get saddlebags and I took my gauges and relocated them up to my handlebars which made a world of difference. I’ve changed the exhaust because she did not even sound like a Harley when I brought her home straight from the show room floor… I think that’s the only thing that I was disappointed about is the fact that it wasn’t Harley loud and it didn’t have the Harley rumble. When I got the bike I told my fiancé I am absolutely never changing anything about this bike because I love absolutely everything about it… uumm yeah, it took me the matter of how long I had to wait for the parts before I changed even 1 thing. Long enough to ride her and figure out if and what I would do differently. I love your bike girly! It fits you so great. Look super cute. Thank you for sharing and if you have anything to recommend then please let me know.
Take a look at Mustard seat solo with backrest you can make the backrest go forward or back it's what I have on my sport glide and 4 inch pullback risers. From a old man on a motorcycle stay safe and enjoy the ride.
I couldn’t even hear the music! Great video! I just put a Arlen Ness stage one air box on my 1200 and rejetted the carburetor! Wow! What a difference that made!😎🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🏴☠️🏴☠️
Great vid!...you're progression of bikes was intelligent, good choices. Bike mods are spot on so is your choice of footwear. At 5'-7" with a 29" inseam I find a lot of bikes tough to manage especially backing out of a trailer. My tip is to carry a couple of 2x6 planks in my trlr. to walk the bike down flat footed. Btw, you and your bike are gorgeous!!👍👍
Thank GOD!!! I found you thank you!! thank you!! thank you!!! I always wanted to get my motorcycle licenses and I always wanted a Harley Davidson motorcycle (a sportster to be exact)or a older bike, a bike that I could reach but I didn’t know if I would reach the bottom and because I’m also 5’1 and a women.Thank god!! it just makes me more comfortable knowing that I’m the same height and a women so you just helped me a freakin lot thank you so much 😘😘 definitely going to be a subscriber ❤️❤️
Oh my gosh Sadie go for it!!! Definitely a Sportster would be perfect, and you wouldn't have to do much! Thanks for watching! If you have any questions let me know!
Great video. the NO 1 tip in my view is wear boots with bigger heels, as long as your comfortable in them they give you extra inches on both sides of the bike. ride safe all
I like start of and say I am 5’2”. I started off on a cruiser bike and I was flat footed. I got new to me Suzuki GSXR 600 and it’s taller seat height but now I ride one foot down. Having one foot down has built my confidence a lot and changed the way I ride. One day I like to get a Road Glide.
I’m a 50 yo rusty 5’2” rider who is shrinking by the day. The last bike I felt comfortable on was a very old Honda shadow 500 back in the 80’s. Good advice on options to find so,etching to get my riding chops back again.
Honda Rebel 500 if you're riding around town or 1100 of you plan on doing more hwy riding. They are both low, light and nimble. Your best to avoid long, heavy bikes like V-Stars hr Harley's. They may look and sound pretty, but can be harder to manover and don't handle as well.
Great video! I’m a 16 year old boy who’s 5’7 and I love to ride. I don’t let my height stop me from riding. I work at a Harley Dealership and a lot of the guys made my transition into riding nice and easy. One day I am going to work up to riding a road glide.
Great video! Good informative tips for people who might be on the fence about riding because of concerns about height. Good stuff to put out there to hopefully build new riders!
This was a very useful video. Im 5’7, and besides the Low Rider S, I also had the Breakout on my list, but was told that I may struggle to ride it because of my height. Looked at different options to sort that out, f.e. get a different seat, change it to midcontrols, and get a closer reaching handle and riser (like you have). You added one I didnt consider (the shoes lol).
I really dig that blacked out Low Rider! I'm looking to get a Street Bob for my first bike because I'm a guy that's only 5'6" and 150lb'ish and it's a nice lower mid sized bike that should fit me pretty good. That's the plan at least, lol. Thanks for the short people tips and info.
5'3" guy here! I learnt to ride on a z650 and go by okay. I can flat foot a ninja 300 comfortably. Hopefully, there are a lot of options put there for you :))
Great video! Great advice. Riding is so much fun that there is always a solution and you have given many. I'm 5'7" and have ridden dirt bikes my whole life so one footing it is a norm for me. The only thing I could add is sliding the front forks up where applicable. It changes the handling but in some cases to an advantage. One being in tight technical terrain. If you love ridding then find the bike that fits you best. There are so many to choose from. I'm 52 yo and my 2012 ktm 350exc was stole last month. I think I may hang up dirt ridding for now and I'm looking at the 790 duke or the Yamaha mt07. Ride on and God bless!
@@MotoBlonde Unfortunately not. I just sent the title and keys to the insurance co so it's gone for good. Not having a motorcycle in the garage is an empty feeling but I'll get another one soon. I'm missing the dirt already but I want to explore Florida more and this time of the year is perfect. I just moved here a few years ago and want to see the keys and southwest Florida. I'm looking forward to a new chapter in life.
Try the Triumph Street Triple R Low, 765 CC and is amazing. 116 HP stock seat handlebars all standard would fit you well and very manageable since is lightweight too! Your Harley turn signal flashing sequence are cool.
This is reassuring! I'm 5 2 looking at an Indian cheif dark horse. Did you have a problem with burning your right leg? I come from Kawasakis but I really want a bagger. However, the first cruiser I sat on (sporster) my leg was in contact with the pipe when I'd be at a standstill with both feet down. Not a huge fan of wearing chaps so wondering how to avoid this
I was looking at that same toolbox you have at H.F. this morning. All white it was very cool and half off as a return. Kicking myself now for not getting it
One small tip.....If you practice that one-foot technic....Always put your right foot down....Just in case...If you fall...You'll fall to the right and most of the times the rest of the traffic is on your left or in front of you so that makes it mutch safer.
The e-bike industry grows as you know every day and there are replica motorcycles like the Ninja scooter. How much of what you present is related to bikes that would replicate the types of bikes you are showcasing.
My wife really struggled to find a bike that fit. She's 5'2" with short legs and chunky thighs. (not an insult. She's beautiful!!) She rides a 2017 (i think) Honda Rebel 300. She absolutely loves it and it fits her perfectly.
@@YesImZane no, she never said anything about that. She liked the fit all around. We actually ended up selling the Rebel because she decided it was too light and felt unstable. I agreed. The small engine and high set gas tank made it feel top heavy and unstable at low speed. We have since bought her a 2015 Vulcan S 650. We're struggling a little to find a seat that is comfortable for longer rides, but other than that, she loves it. We're confident this is the long term bike for her.
I do the one foot down stop but it does take practice, well it did for me. I’m 5.9 215 lb not the biggest guy but not smallest. I ride a 2016 street glide, and it took some time to get smooth doing so. But it was definitely feels more secure when stopping and taking off.
Yes definitely good grippy boots are good to have & I use them every ride. I put my left foot down, then right foot. I just prefer both feet flat on the ground. However in my town to pass the road riding test, when you stop at the eg: lights you are meant to put your left foot down & then keep your right foot on the peg or running board. Your right foot is never aloud normally on the road at anytime. Crazy local bike test rules. Ps I doubt though any policeman would book you for it. I do like Red Sportster. It's looks great 🏍️👍
I have seen online a company Kodlin USA that reduces the shock length and lowers seat by 1.5 inches. That is for your Low Rider. I am looking at this because I am short and want to pick up a Low Rider as well.
Just found you I am a guy and only 5'6''' one foot down is the way to go for sure and I think the right way I always put my left leg down so that my right is covering the back brake if I need it I currently ride an XJR 12 Yamaha and have no problems that girl with the BMW GS was phenomenal even I would not try that one lol Cheers : )
Those are all excellent tips for shorter riders, looking forward to seeing what you do with the Sportster. I ride a 1995 1200 & it’s an awesome bike, I love the old school Sportsters, new sub here, I’m catching up on your vids!
Thank you so much for your tips! I am 5 feet & 2 and a half inches. I gotta include that half inch! lol! I love the idea of the custom seat and raising the handlebars. I will definitely keep that in mind! Right now I ride a Honda 250 and I'm looking for my next bike. :) Again thanks for your tips!
@@MotoBlonde Yes; I was just at the dealership yesterday lookin at the lowrider S and I'm 5'5" but the seat is too wide for me to comfortably handle it but I see if you can do it, I definitely can. But just like you I'd have to do some changes, like lower it an inch, get a slimmer seat, and was online last night looking at some risers with a 2" pull back but; Could you tell me how high is it from the bottom of the risers to the top of your road warrior fairing only not the top of the wind shield? I want my bars to be high but not exceed the fairing with the pull back. And I wanna get the shortest wind shield if not resurface and smooth out the fairing without a wind shield.
To all that are reading my comments, I'm 5' even. I've been riding for many many years. This gal has put it exactly right on. I agree with everything she said. Take care
I'm cutting my teeth on a 150cc scooter with 28 inch seat while I have a 27 inch inseam. It's an automatic which I'll never do without even if I upgrade to a 500cc scooter. I just don't want the distractions of using a hand and a foot to do something I can do automatically. Now if I could get a cruiser I can fit on with an automatic tranny, I'd consider it.
@@DivergentDroid hondas make automatic motorcycles, although i suggest taking an MSF course and just learning how to ride a manual. it literally takes no time at all. also if youre a shorter rider i would say scooters are a worse fit that a cruiser. cruisers have a low seating position putting your center of gravity lower than a scooter. just my two cents...
@@DivergentDroid You can convert lots of bikes to auto. Rekluse make a good auto kit. I just put one in a Harley Sportster for a friend with nerve damage in his clutch hand.
@@ludwigguy380 Cool product but I see they just engage and disengage the clutch, you still have to manually shift up and down.
@@stufoo Yeah, Dual Clutch Transmissions. My scooter has a way lower seat than any motorcycle i've ever seen so my 27 inch inseam fits just right. I'll take an MFS course next year with my scooter unless I happen to master figure eights in the meantime, then I'll just go take the skills test.. much cheaper. The MSF course is not offered here all year round.
My wife is exactly 5', and she thinks she's too short to ride. I disagree, and you are going to inspire her. Thank you for making these videos.
My daughter is 5` and 0 inches tall. Her first bike 883 super low, that I lowered 2'in the back and 1" in the front. With boots she was flat footed. her new bike is a 13 Softail slim. dropped 2" rear and 1.5 "front. next mod is pullback risers. The most important thing is to buy it or make it fit you.
Thank you! I am a new rider at 5'2" on a good day. I appreciate any help and info from other women riders who understand the struggle of being short! I had no idea about the seat. That was super helpful!
It's definitely nice to hear from people with the same issues!! Glad it was helpful!
I am a short male, who recently purchased an Indian Scout and it is perfect for me. I just found your channel, and I have no problem learning from a smart, pretty woman. Subscribed. Ride safe.
Appreciate it! Congrats on the bike!!!
I’m 5’1” and ride a 2018 Softail Slim. Thanks for the spunk for all of us Little riders! Keep it up
Thanks for watching!
Wow! Cool! I'm 5'3 and I just developed that I don't dig with small bike at all, really want a cruiser, but worried about being too heavy.
Never heard of the handle bars and seat suggestions.. makes a lot of sense and I will definitely get it done to feel more comfortable. I’m 5’5 and always feel the slide back when I hit that throttle. Thank you so much!!!
I'm also 5'1" with a 24" inseam. Sad to say even with the Rox Speed FX 2" Handlebar Risers, Mini Zbars, Wyatt Gatling Butt Bucket Solo Seat, heeled Harley riding boots I still was unable to touch the ground flat footed while setting on my Sportster XL883C. So to rectify the problem of not riding in the passenger seat behind my husband, we found and attached a universal trick kit. Three wheels are better then none. It's great to see woman riders. Ride safe and keep the great videos coming!
Very cool! Whatever works best for you is the right answer!
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That’s amazing of your company! Thank you so much I appreciate it!
At 69 years old and 5’2” I’ve done everything you just discussed all my 52 years of riding. I did switch from the Electra Glide to the Street Glide because of weight. Seat and Handle bars most important
Definitely! Thanks for watching!
Short isn't just a female problem. I'm a 63 year old, 5'3" male rider who has owned ridden almost everything out there including 4 HDs; granted the huge ADV bikes aren't on my radar screen, but I do ride an 800cc BMW GS that I plan to do a 48 state ride in 8-10 days next summer. I use 'one foot down' most of the time, I typically try to keep my right foot on my break at stops. I had a 2005 1200 Sporty that rode like a logging truck. I put a Sargent seat on it and while it was comfortable, it lifted me up and moved me back. The kickstand was mounted way to the front and I couldn't #$%^&* reach it! Finally, as a vet, thank you for the support! Thanks for the video!
Thank you for your service!!! Wow, that 48 state ride sounds awesome!! That would be so cool to do. I know what you mean about the kickstand! I have a hard time reaching some of them when I'm trying other bikes!
@@MotoBlonde I can’t reach any HD forward controls! 😡. Also, I put Burley Slammer shocks on a 2006 Dyna Super Glide. It rode so harshly I went back to tip toeing! I would not recommend them) I also used to lowering links on a Gen 1 Kawasaki Concours and was not really happy with them either. (Sorry for the typos in my original post, I corrected them)
@@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638 I can't reach them either! Can't use my crash bars for highway pegs either lol!!
I hate when that happens!!! Me too....
5 ft. 6 with short legs!! 😢😮
One foot on the brake, one foot down, is how they teach riding in Aus. It’s a great method especially if you are stopped in traffic on a steep hill.
Also if using the rear brake while stopped on a steep hill, it’s so easy to get a smooth takeoff without rolling back, it’s a bit like doing a hand brake start in a car
Absolutely! Definitely agree
How I was taught.
The tip about boots has been a game changer for me. Thank you.
Awesome, so glad to hear that!
Well explained, here in the UK we are trained to use the one foot method,
Australia too 👍
Great tips. I'm also a short rider, 5'5" and 28 inseam. I currently ride a Yamaha fz07 and a BMW R1200R and I can't flat foot on either one. Putting the left foot down is recommended (rider training) in most cases regardless of your height. Be mindful of gravel, leaves or other slippery surfaces on the left side. What I do is to make sure I have downshifted to 1st gear once down to 10 mph or so, then braking with rear brake only. This helps me make a smooth stop as long as I am not timid with the rear brake, looking straight ahead, not down, and the front wheel is straight ahead or possibly slightly to the right. Once stopped it is ok to put both feet down. This helps on a heavy bike. Putting it in neutral is unnecessary unless it's a long stop and there is no danger of being rear ended.
Put the right foot down only when the right side of the road is much higher. The trouble with both feet hanging out is that you only have a front brake to use. Unless you use good finesse is easy to make the bike feel unstable due to front fork compression, and is why it is not recommended in most cases. I think this is more of an issue on a standard or sport touring machine than on a cruiser like a harley, because of the weight distribution of the bike and the rider. On a sport bike or beginner bike it doesn't matter that much either because they tend to be very light. In any case you look better using recommended techniques anyway.
Great tips and explanations thank you!
I'm 4.9" my 8th season. One never stops learning. Thanks for a cool video wind sis.
So glad I found you. I’m short with short girl anxiety lol just got my first motorcycle ❤
Congratulations!!
I’m 5’ half inch, 5’1 on a good day, I had to lower my old sportster, my softail slim I popped on a similar seat & higher boots thanks for the short girl love!
Awesome! Enjoy that bike!
Hi Heather, I'm 5'7" and I ride a 2019 FXDR. I switched out the stock seat. Harley makes reach seats. Plus my boots totally help. I agree with you on everything. Thanks for the video.
I've heard great things about that seat! Thanks for watching!
I’m 5’5” and owned a KLR for 5 years. I had the seat modified by an upholstery shop and used the 1 foot down technique. Your right, once mastered tall bikes not a problem.
I don't care if your almost seven foot tall you should learn the one foot down technique. If you have to hill hold to get started you should be using your down hill brake, which should be your rear brake, to hold when you take off. If your foot is on the brake it can't be on the ground. Besides, it opens up more bikes for you to be able to ride on which is always awesome.
Beyond that, make sure your levers fit. A lot of smaller riders also have smaller hands and feet, most bikes are not designed with small hands and feet in mind. Adjustable levers all around can make a huge difference. Things like using mid pegs instead of forward pegs, you are still more stretched out if you have have short legs but not stretched to the point where you can't properly push a lever like you might be with forward controls. You may want shorter levers for the brake and gear shifter so you don't have to completely remove your foot from the peg to operate them. On the hand side, you may need adjustable levers that move closer to the grips and keep the friction zone and braking zones closer to the grips to accommodate smaller hands, many factory hand levers are not adjustable at all and the ones that are do not always move close enough.
Awesome tips, but be careful with the platform boots. Boots with raised heels in general. If you like to slid or drag your feet, which you should never do, the heel is easy to catch on cracks an break an ankle or run over your own foot.
5'6 guy on a R1250GSA. I don't think I can flat foot even if I take the seat off. lol
Excellent comment, Rod, you clearly know your stuff.
Great tips!!! I got easier pull 2 finger levers too! I definitely can't do forwards, cant reach lol! One foot down on a hill is a must!
Correct! you should always stop with your right foot on the break. No option to put your right foot down unless the road is so off camber you have to.
I'm 6' tall but my inseam is 32". I'm tall torsoed. I'm blessed that I can ride anything including tall dirt bikes but wish I had longer legs. Some of my friends are apprehensive about riding a Harley Davidson because of height, I'm glad you made this video it makes sense.
I definitely wish I had longer legs all the time haha! But everything is doable with some kind of workaround! Thanks for watching!
I’m 5’2! Thank you for this!
That is exactly what you need to do, get the correct seat! I am tall and still change my seat on any of my rides. A good riding boot is the best.. agree!
The seat makes SUCH a difference!
Your awesome teacher ! Thank you for your time I’m preparing to learn to ride a bike soon. After seeing your video it gives me more confident now . Much appreciation 🙏🏽🥰
Excited for you! Thanks for watching!
If someone short wants a stock solution, get a Honda Vultus. Seat hight 650mm, adjustable backrest included. It's got DCT ("automatic") so you don't have to shift if you don't want to. Looks big but is extremely easy to handle and not really heavy.
Love your explanation especially for me being a new rider! Thank you for your tips!
Glad it was helpful!
One foot down is basically how i learned it....even if i can normally reach the ground. Also helps when you're on a small decline cuz you can use the footbrake....depending on which side you put down.
Agree! Definitely the way to do it
My new favorite Utuber! Came across your videos by accident which led me to watch more of your videos. .i bought the new low rider S in barracuda silver in early July.Absolutely Love the bike!!! Lots of good info and tips in your videos that can apply to my build !!!Keep the positive videos coming!!!
Thanks so much!! Such a great bike!
1 foot down is also used so you can keep that right foot covering the back brake. Same when your coming to a stop, the back brake is gently used coming in to a stop under control and is more stable than an erratically applied front brake that can cause wobblys !!
The same for slooow speed control back brake ONLY, Gentle throttle, feathering the clutch, and gentle controlled back brake application WILL keep you steady as a rock . 👍😉
Good tips. I'm 5'6" and ride a 2020 Road King Special. Always ride with boots. Different seat. Mustang lowdown touring with backrest. Have a Mustang Wide tripper Solo on the way. Handlebars are important also. A must have for comfort on long distance. As someone else mentioned you get pretty good at reading a parking lot. Always park so I can pull out forward if there is an incline. Good video. Take care.
Thanks for watching - enjoy the new seat! I’ve heard great things about them!
Great tips 👍 im 5'7" with 850lbs bike you learn to read parking lots fast .
I hear that!
I’m 5’ and I just got a low rider because of u thanks for the tips
That’s awesome, congrats on the new bike!
One foot down is a great tip.
That’s method is also necessary when you stop while your pointing uphill. This way you can hold the back break with your raised foot while using the clutch and accelerator at take off.
This one requires practice so you don’t roll backwards at a stop.
Absolutely, great point!
Excellent advice. I'm exactly 5' tall and ride a street glide. I wear logger boots, had a custom seat made, use 12" bars, and one foot all the time. I'm also on air ride so I drop the bike all the way down for footing in parking lots. I ride at stock hight with my wife on the back easily one footing, and tip toes. If there is a will there is certainly a way. Nice video 👍
If there's a will there's a way - definitely!!! Thanks for watching!
I'm 5 11 I have tall torso shorter legs. I always recommend even taller riders to only drop one foot. Great video!!!!
My daughter is your height and I was gonna give her my 2020 Lowrider S, so I have justification for buying a 2020 Street Glide. I appreciate you doing it bc she wouldn't listen to me. Lol
haha there ya go!!!
Moto Blonde, your awesome and onspirational, not just to " vertically challenged" women, but, there are men in that predicament. Your advice and guidance works for men also. My sister is 5' 4" and squawbles that she's too short. Her husband rides and has encouraged her to try and see how she does with it. I've started to work on her shininess by getting her information on the sport of riding from a women's perspective. Keep doing what you do, you inspire ladies to get the courage and show people that "any excuse is no excuse for not trying"! Douglas
I am not really short but I watched your video to look at your handelbar setup. Looks perfect for you. Great tips for the riders. Thanks
Thanks for watching!
Excellent tips for functionality and safety. I must agree against lowering the structure of a bike. Impacts the way a bike handles the road and really limits how it handles curves and distribution. When nothing else works, buy a bike that fits you. Excellent video and thanks for sharing. Keep up the great content.. 😀
Thank you so much!
Another recommendation for a Scout or Bobber if you're short. They have plenty of power and are easy to maneuver since they aren't a heavyweight.
On the downside the peg height is also low so they don't have much lean angle capability.
Definitely an awesome bike!
Watching this right before I set off on my 2000 mile trip on a Harley Street Glide I just picked up yesterday…. 😅
I’ve been riding my hubby’s road glide lately - I think I need to make a new video for touring bikes 🤪
This is great. At 6' tall I haven't had to think about these things before, so I wasn't sure how to help my GF as she starts her riding journey. This helps a lot. Thank you!
I’m a 5’3 guy and just got a M109R, I haven’t rode regularly for near a decade but I’ve always done the one foot down thing since I was 12 and first learned to ride. I typically wear boots just because but I may need to find some boots with a bigger heel lol.
I am 5'3" and ride a Honda VTX, I also rode a Fat Boy Lo for a while. If my feet are flat, I am good. I also test rode an Indian Vintage, loved it but not the price.
You can change Shock settings, You can switch out front springs, You can switch out Rear Springs and you can choose a Seat with less padding, otherwise you are looking at another bike if that cant get you low enough to feel comfortable so Riding is a Pleasure and not a Stress Ball waiting to explode
Awesome advice, thank you and I love your channel.
I owned an 883 Sporster in the 1990s. I have an SCI that left me with leg and ankle weakness. Once you become a rider, you will always want to ride, some difficulties and all. At any rate, I'm 5'8" tall. My back forced me to ride in an upright position. I found that switching to 4" pullback risers with narrow track bars was perfection for me. My 1994 Sporty came out one model year before the Company lowered all of the Sporsters, except for the short model that they already sold. I lowered my bike and found that I could easily maintain the bike flat-footed. I rode it for 4 years and loved it. There were other mods done, as well. (tastefully). Eventually, tendonitis in my wrists caused by my work put an end to riding, though. Over 20 years later I still follow Harley vlogs and the newest models.
Some very good advice here, btw. Riding boots can save you from serious foot and ankle injuries.
Thanks for watching! Sorry to hear about the tendinitis - Do you think you’d be able to ride a bike without a clutch? Or would it still be painful?
@@MotoBlonde To tell you the truth, that is no longer an option. I'm now 72 and have developed some other issues developed due to my spinal cord injury. Don't fret about me, though. I have wonderful kids, grandkids and I don't have the virus. Life is good for me. Sometimes we must change our priorities in life. What can you do?
Thank you for your concern, though. You are very kind.
@@ronlheureux7623 I hear ya - we’ve had to change a lot due to health issues too. Sounds like you have a pretty great family and support. Thanks so much for being here!
I'm a 5'1" man and I've owned and ridden many bikes. The biggest bike I ever rode was a 2017 Z1000 (Ugly), so even at 5'1" you can do it (just) on tippy-tippy-tip toes. The most important thing to learn is the sliding on the seat technique mentioned in the video. I always described it as "one cheek on, and one cheek off the saddle" when you come to a stop. This is your most effective technique to riding bigger bikes. Other than that, I always used to cut the seat pad down (myself) It does make a difference. And when choosing bikes, remember that you don't HAVE to have a 1000cc bike to keep your self respect. 600's are absolutely enough for anyone's needs. Anything over that just makes riding a bit easier, and massages your ego a bit more. So when you are choosing bikes avoid "Elephants" (as I call them), and stick to "horses". Don't forget, if you buy an "Elephant", it will be HEAVIER than a "Horse" as well as being taller. And everyone HAS to push their bikes around at some point. From my perspective, forget it. I'll stick to my 600's.
Hey Alex, thanks for the input! Definitely agree with you! Great tips!
i am constantly told that i cannot own anything less than 1000cc if i'm a real man so i went from ninja 250 to 500, back down to 300 and now i have a 400 lol. i love this bike
I really appreciate the information thank you girl for sharing✌
Glad it was helpful!
I am a new rider and I’m barely 5 feet tall or should I say small, LOL
I was looking for motivation and your video popped up and I’m glad I found it. Lately I haven’t been wanting to get on my bike and it’s probably because I bought the wrong bike. Thanks for the tips I will be subscribing.
Most important thing is that you feel comfortable on it - hopefully some of these help! I know how hard it can be to ride a bike being nervous - I've been there!
If you change your bike think of a Honda Vultus. Seat hight is even way lower than a sportster. Extremely comfortable and easy to ride. Love it.
I'm about 5'7" and on my fxlrs the stock seat and bars are just slightly too tall and too far but when I'm actually riding its not bad, its mostly when I'm at a stop or backing up.
I know the feeling! Changing the seat and the risers made a huge difference for me.
Nice video. I appreciate your straight talk.
I like a lower center of gravity just for comfort although I'm not short, 5'11". I suggest one of the bikes a shorter person test is the Indian Scout. I really like it. Lot of people like it for the lower position. Indian also has reduced reach handle bars, reduced reach foot controls and a reduced reach seat. All cost money of course but they do make it much easier to tailor the bike's riding position to your size.
Definitely! That was one of the bike son my list when I got my Sportster!
HEY!! My name is Danielle, I love to see this so thank you for sharing. My very first motorcycle that I bought was a gun shell gray Yamaha R6 , very very very quickly learned that it just was not going to work because every time I tried to ride, I was so scared that I wasn’t able to even retain anything I was trying to learn. I just simply could not touch unless I scooted completely off the seat onto one side and put my foot down. I mean how dumb LOL, lesson learned… My fiancé has been riding dirt bikes and motorcycles sense he was about 4 and had to sell his last motorcycle which was a Yamaha R1, about 15 years ago soooo he was in the market for a motorcycle as well, so he took the R6 and I just ended up buying the 2015 Yamaha R3. Wow, it was soo much better but I had so many limits due to its power, my lack of experience and no long rides. I went on 50-250 mile rides. We still have those bikes but really wanted to move up so!!!! We went to the best Harley Davidson dealership ever “ Latus Harley” in Gladstone Oregon. Because we were both just itching to get into cruder, long distance cruiser bikes. We got our bikes on the same day, I got like I said the 2020 Loretta rest and he got the 2019 street glide special smoked out just like mine.
I am a girl that is 5‘1“ LOL crazy. I’ve always struggled with being able to touch from not being able to at all ! to where I’m at now and I can touch pretty good, without it being lowered and I still have the stock handlebars, seat and fairing. I did get saddlebags and I took my gauges and relocated them up to my handlebars which made a world of difference. I’ve changed the exhaust because she did not even sound like a Harley when I brought her home straight from the show room floor… I think that’s the only thing that I was disappointed about is the fact that it wasn’t Harley loud and it didn’t have the Harley rumble. When I got the bike I told my fiancé I am absolutely never changing anything about this bike because I love absolutely everything about it… uumm yeah, it took me the matter of how long I had to wait for the parts before I changed even 1 thing. Long enough to ride her and figure out if and what I would do differently. I love your bike girly! It fits you so great. Look super cute. Thank you for sharing and if you have anything to recommend then please let me know.
I’m a 6’5” tall dude and don’t have these issues, but the video is entertaining 😁 the one up one down seat shirt made me lough 😂👍🏻🤓
Take a look at Mustard seat solo with backrest you can make the backrest go forward or back it's what I have on my sport glide and 4 inch pullback risers. From a old man on a motorcycle stay safe and enjoy the ride.
Thank you!!
I work with a lady that is 5'2" and she rides a stock Goldwing to work every day.
Wow! Good for her! Pretty sweet!
Your comment give me hope 😁
I couldn’t even hear the music! Great video! I just put a Arlen Ness stage one air box on my 1200 and rejetted the carburetor! Wow! What a difference that made!😎🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🏴☠️🏴☠️
Nice!!!
Thank you for all of your tips and info. I'm so over Harley and Indian assuming everyone is 6' tall!
Great vid!...you're progression of bikes was intelligent, good choices.
Bike mods are spot on so is your choice of footwear. At 5'-7" with a 29" inseam I find a lot of bikes tough to manage especially backing out of a trailer. My tip is to carry a couple of 2x6 planks in my trlr. to walk the bike down flat footed. Btw, you and your bike are gorgeous!!👍👍
Definitely tricky to figure out ways around things being shorter - but it can be done. Thanks for watching!
Thank GOD!!! I found you thank you!! thank you!! thank you!!! I always wanted to get my motorcycle licenses and I always wanted a Harley Davidson motorcycle (a sportster to be exact)or a older bike, a bike that I could reach but I didn’t know if I would reach the bottom and because I’m also 5’1 and a women.Thank god!! it just makes me more comfortable knowing that I’m the same height and a women so you just helped me a freakin lot thank you so much 😘😘 definitely going to be a subscriber ❤️❤️
Oh my gosh Sadie go for it!!! Definitely a Sportster would be perfect, and you wouldn't have to do much! Thanks for watching! If you have any questions let me know!
So many good pointers.. And kool boots. Ps. Got my new break light . Ride and be safe summer is around the corner.
Thank you! Awesome! You too!
Great video. the NO 1 tip in my view is wear boots with bigger heels, as long as your comfortable in them they give you extra inches on both sides of the bike. ride safe all
Thank you so much it was great help keep making vids 💪🏼👍🏻🔥
I like start of and say I am 5’2”. I started off on a cruiser bike and I was flat footed. I got new to me Suzuki GSXR 600 and it’s taller seat height but now I ride one foot down. Having one foot down has built my confidence a lot and changed the way I ride. One day I like to get a Road Glide.
Thanks for the video! I'm 5'4 and tip toeing on a gsxr 600 !
Thanks for watching!
I’m a 50 yo rusty 5’2” rider who is shrinking by the day. The last bike I felt comfortable on was a very old Honda shadow 500 back in the 80’s. Good advice on options to find so,etching to get my riding chops back again.
Honda Rebel 500 if you're riding around town or 1100 of you plan on doing more hwy riding. They are both low, light and nimble.
Your best to avoid long, heavy bikes like V-Stars hr Harley's. They may look and sound pretty, but can be harder to manover and don't handle as well.
Good tips, I’m glade I stumbled across your videos. Very entertaining 🤙🏼
Thank you!
Great video! I’m a 16 year old boy who’s 5’7 and I love to ride. I don’t let my height stop me from riding. I work at a Harley Dealership and a lot of the guys made my transition into riding nice and easy. One day I am going to work up to riding a road glide.
That's awesome! Very cool you had the guys there to help!
Thats awesome buddy
Great video! Good informative tips for people who might be on the fence about riding because of concerns about height. Good stuff to put out there to hopefully build new riders!
That’s the goal! Thank you!
Great advice, I am thinking of an Indian Bagger and am 5ft 6in. Very helpful advice
Awesome!
Great video - ride safe!
This was a very useful video. Im 5’7, and besides the Low Rider S, I also had the Breakout on my list, but was told that I may struggle to ride it because of my height. Looked at different options to sort that out, f.e. get a different seat, change it to midcontrols, and get a closer reaching handle and riser (like you have). You added one I didnt consider (the shoes lol).
There is always a way to make it work! Good luck on your decision!
I really dig that blacked out Low Rider! I'm looking to get a Street Bob for my first bike because I'm a guy that's only 5'6" and 150lb'ish and it's a nice lower mid sized bike that should fit me pretty good. That's the plan at least, lol. Thanks for the short people tips and info.
Glad it was helpful! Good luck with the bike!
5'3" guy here! I learnt to ride on a z650 and go by okay.
I can flat foot a ninja 300 comfortably.
Hopefully, there are a lot of options put there for you :))
Great video! Great advice. Riding is so much fun that there is always a solution and you have given many. I'm 5'7" and have ridden dirt bikes my whole life so one footing it is a norm for me. The only thing I could add is sliding the front forks up where applicable. It changes the handling but in some cases to an advantage. One being in tight technical terrain. If you love ridding then find the bike that fits you best. There are so many to choose from. I'm 52 yo and my 2012 ktm 350exc was stole last month. I think I may hang up dirt ridding for now and I'm looking at the 790 duke or the Yamaha mt07. Ride on and God bless!
I'm so sorry your bike was stolen! Did it get recovered? Good luck with your new bike choice!
@@MotoBlonde Unfortunately not. I just sent the title and keys to the insurance co so it's gone for good. Not having a motorcycle in the garage is an empty feeling but I'll get another one soon. I'm missing the dirt already but I want to explore Florida more and this time of the year is perfect. I just moved here a few years ago and want to see the keys and southwest Florida. I'm looking forward to a new chapter in life.
Try the Triumph Street Triple R Low, 765 CC and is amazing. 116 HP stock seat handlebars all standard would fit you well and very manageable since is lightweight too! Your Harley turn signal flashing sequence are cool.
I'll check it out! I'm dying to try some of them!
I’m 5ft (27 inch inseam). I ride a Harley Sport Glide and Indian Chieftain. Had to make mods but no problem.
Awesome!
This is reassuring! I'm 5 2 looking at an Indian cheif dark horse. Did you have a problem with burning your right leg? I come from Kawasakis but I really want a bagger. However, the first cruiser I sat on (sporster) my leg was in contact with the pipe when I'd be at a standstill with both feet down. Not a huge fan of wearing chaps so wondering how to avoid this
Very good info... I'm 5'8" and probably shrinking with age.
I was looking at that same toolbox you have at H.F. this morning. All white it was very cool and half off as a return. Kicking myself now for not getting it
One small tip.....If you practice that one-foot technic....Always put your right foot down....Just in case...If you fall...You'll fall to the right and most of the times the rest of the traffic is on your left or in front of you so that makes it mutch safer.
Great tip!
Awesome review and thanks for sharing big love from Australia 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
5' 5",owned CBR600F,CBR1100XX,CBR1000RR,
Gen1 ZZR1400 and currently ride a 2015 ZZR1400 Performance Sport stand settings.
Ride what you like.
Great video!
I have the same boots !
Huge improvement!
Thanks for watching! I love those boots!!
The e-bike industry grows as you know every day and there are replica motorcycles like the Ninja scooter. How much of what you present is related to bikes that would replicate the types of bikes you are showcasing.
SOUNDS LIKE REALLY GOOD ADVICE ❤❤
My wife really struggled to find a bike that fit. She's 5'2" with short legs and chunky thighs. (not an insult. She's beautiful!!) She rides a 2017 (i think) Honda Rebel 300. She absolutely loves it and it fits her perfectly.
Perfect!
That’s nice you obviously adore your wife .that’s nice to read good on you mate that’s really nice .your not bitching about her nice 👍😂
That so cool! Does she find the handle bars too far forward?
@@YesImZane no, she never said anything about that. She liked the fit all around. We actually ended up selling the Rebel because she decided it was too light and felt unstable. I agreed. The small engine and high set gas tank made it feel top heavy and unstable at low speed. We have since bought her a 2015 Vulcan S 650. We're struggling a little to find a seat that is comfortable for longer rides, but other than that, she loves it. We're confident this is the long term bike for her.
@@YesImZane that's a Kawasaki Vulcan S 650. forgot the Kawasaki part.
You Can keep your right foot on the brake pedal (for control) and the put your left foot down
Definitely!
Love your bike... nice set up! Ride safely!
Thank you!
I do the one foot down stop but it does take practice, well it did for me. I’m 5.9 215 lb not the biggest guy but not smallest. I ride a 2016 street glide, and it took some time to get smooth doing so. But it was definitely feels more secure when stopping and taking off.
I definitely need practice!
No one is too short for a bike! Theres always a way around it
Absolutely!!
Exactly just look at Jocelin Snow.
Yes definitely good grippy boots are good to have & I use them every ride. I put my left foot down, then right foot. I just prefer both feet flat on the ground. However in my town to pass the road riding test, when you stop at the eg: lights you are meant to put your left foot down & then keep your right foot on the peg or running board. Your right foot is never aloud normally on the road at anytime. Crazy local bike test rules. Ps I doubt though any policeman would book you for it.
I do like Red Sportster. It's looks great 🏍️👍
Thank you! She's a beaut!
Nice work, great job!
I have seen online a company Kodlin USA that reduces the shock length and lowers seat by 1.5 inches. That is for your Low Rider. I am looking at this because I am short and want to pick up a Low Rider as well.
Just found you I am a guy and only 5'6''' one foot down is the way to go for sure and I think the right way I always put my left leg down so that my right is covering the back brake if I need it I currently ride an XJR 12 Yamaha and have no problems that girl with the BMW GS was phenomenal even I would not try that one lol Cheers : )
She is definitely awesome!
Hey got to 6:00 min thanks for the mention 🤪
Those are all excellent tips for shorter riders, looking forward to seeing what you do with the Sportster. I ride a 1995 1200 & it’s an awesome bike, I love the old school Sportsters, new sub here, I’m catching up on your vids!
Thanks for being here! Excited to get started!
Some great tips in here. I am not a "short" rider but I one foot probably more often than not. Great video.
Thank you!
It just feels natural while riding tall bikes
Thank you so much for your tips! I am 5 feet & 2 and a half inches. I gotta include that half inch! lol! I love the idea of the custom seat and raising the handlebars. I will definitely keep that in mind! Right now I ride a Honda 250 and I'm looking for my next bike. :) Again thanks for your tips!
Thank you for watching - glad it's helpful! And yes that half inch is important lol!! Good luck with the search!
Great tips, I appreciate this video a lot, the risers and seat reconfiguration was helpful to me, Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
@@MotoBlonde Yes; I was just at the dealership yesterday lookin at the lowrider S and I'm 5'5" but the seat is too wide for me to comfortably handle it but I see if you can do it, I definitely can. But just like you I'd have to do some changes, like lower it an inch, get a slimmer seat, and was online last night looking at some risers with a 2" pull back but;
Could you tell me how high is it from the bottom of the risers to the top of your road warrior fairing only not the top of the wind shield?
I want my bars to be high but not exceed the fairing with the pull back. And I wanna get the shortest wind shield if not resurface and smooth out the fairing without a wind shield.
outstanding tips! love the saddlemen seat! You did an awesome job fitting that bike to you. COOL INTRO TOO!
Thank you!!