5'2" with a stock height sport bike: am I too short?
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- 5'2" with a stock height sport bike: am I too short?
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FIIIINALLY, the day has come that I upload a new video!!
THANK YOU guys for your unparalleled patience--work and life stuff has been kicking my butt. I'm excited to share a new part of my journey--raising my CBR back to stock height!! So far I've been really enjoying Moro being back to her stock height self. Lots more parking lot practice to come!!
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Thumbs up if you spotted the c'':< it was an accident LOL hope you guys have a good week!!🙌🏻😄
NOTE: after using my two best jeans as my guide-my inseam averaged to about 26.5 inches! My 2007 Honda CBR600RR's stock seat height is 32.3 inches. Hope that helps you guys!!
Just found your channel.. I'm 5'2" and I have a GSXR600 ... I rode it at stock height for a few months then decided to get it lowered... It helped me out a ton. After about a year I am considering getting it raised back to stock freight height.... But I also wear boots that have a raised heel for a little help reaching the ground ALMOST A flat foot.
Ultimately, do what you're most comfortable with!! I'm so happy I started with it lowered just to adjust to learning to ride itself-and over time I practiced one foot down/pretending it was already back to stock before I actually got it raised-and that helped a TON. Just getting that muscle memory of switching which foot I have down and learning the bikes center of gravity just helped a lot, and then when I was ready adjusting to it raised was much easier! Whatever decision you make I know it'll be the right one. Best of luck to you, and ride safe!👍🏻
I love how you told yourself “good job” at the stop! Gotta cheer yourself on 🙌🏽 And woop woop to practicing riding at stock height! You never know what you’re capable of until you try. I don’t think I’ll ever own a liter either but it’s fun to give yourself the option of test-riding/borrowing bikes in the future. I had that same feeling of “smoothness” when I went from lowered to raised. I definitely did a lot of stretching to prevent getting random cramps ups while tip toeing. I also walked around ALOT in my tall boots to be able to flex a liiiiittle bit more. Also I can’t agree more-you don’t HAVE to ride any way or any bike but it can be a really good time trying new things. Dude, Colorado is so beautiful! Love all the scenery! And I SEE YOU with the editing 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 get it girl!
Ahhh thank you so much Lei!!🙌🏻😭❤️ I really appreciate it. It's very strange to say, but I've actually felt more stable/confident since having it raised and practicing one foot down. With it being stock it's also forced me to get better at coming to a smooth stop and getting better at my take offs. I was SUPER open to lowering it again if I didn't like it, but so far I'm actually really enjoying it.🙌🏻
I think there are many different ways to safely ride a motorcycle, and I just love that it's so customizable.🎉
Thanks for watching as always girl!🙏🏻💗
I’m 4’10 and recently started my journey on 2 wheels. I have a ninja 250 right now, slammed to the max lol I’ve had my permit for a couple months now but don’t have much seat time in as the weather sucks. But I have my msf course coming up and I’m excited/nervous for that. Hoping to gain confidence from that and get out on the road!
So excited for you!!! Best of luck at your MSF course. It's nerve wracking at first, but then once they start getting into the exercises you get pretty caught up in what you're learning. Plus if it's already something you really enjoy doing-it makes it that much more fun! It's a good challenge and you learn really great skills. I didn't want to leave, I had so much fun on the little z125 I rode lol. Good luck, and ride safe!!🙌🏻
@@ReeseRides hey just thought id let you know I passed!!! it was a lot of fun and i learned some really great skills. Cant wait to go out and practice more and more.
@@cheyennesworld9667 AHHH congratulations!!!!! I had a feeling you'd pass-I'm sure you did awesome and in glad you had such a great time!! Good on you for wanting to keep practicing-I def need to do the same haha. Best of luck to you on your riding journey forward🙌🏻
did you get your bike lowered?
im a short rider too. too bad im a guy. lol. keep riding, ride safe out there. from bay area ca
After getting used to the bikes height I hardly notice it sometimes, and I know it'll continue to get better as time goes on. Thank you, ride safe!!🙏🏻
Where in the Bay Area ?
@@aliviar9711 SF
@@Dhee_R1M I’m from Fairfield ca. I’m 5’1 and supposed to be getting a Yahmaha today but having second thoughts. I’m short and not sure I can ride lol 😆
@@aliviar9711 what do u ride now
Yesss 🙌 you're doing the thing, and killing it 🙌
Always doing my best to learn and grow!!🙏🏻 Thanks for watching girl!!🙌🏻
I’m a 5’5”, 135lbs, trans guy and I’ve always been nervous about getting my first bike. I’ve finally decided to bite the bullet and start looking for a Ninja 300 or 400 as my first bike
Congratulations my friend!! There are some seriously fantastic 300s and 400s out there right now. I went to a dealership before I even learned to ride to get a feel for the bikes-and still to this day I can't get out of my head how comfortable the Ninja 400 was. Looking for your first bike is an exciting time!! Best of luck to you!!🙌🏻
@@timsgta Nothing, I just haven’t personally come across any other trans motorcyclists and felt like it wouldn’t hurt to include in case anyone like me saw my comment.
Why does it bother you so much that I included that I was trans?
Props to you for being patient with your bike! Step by step and anyone can ride big bikes.
Agreed!!👏🏻 Thanks for watching!!😄🙌🏻
Go girl! I have been on shortish bikes most of the time but I really need to start practicing more on the Enfield which is a little taller. I need to practice the one foot down and moving the bike around when I’m not on it. You’re doing awesome, very inspiring. ✨
I think the best thing I did to prepare for raising my bike back up was practicing one foot down with the bike lowered. It felt silly being almost "dramatic" when I'd get one butt cheek completely off the seat even though I could flat foot on both sides at the time-but it just really helped build confidence and muscle memory especially.
I've done maybe 4ish rides since raising it (weather has been far too cold and snowy!😩) and it's already feeling so much more natural. Excited to keep practicing!!
Thanks so much for watching girl-and you got this!! 🙏🏻🎉
@@ReeseRides Haha yes the butt cheek! I did that for the first time recently. 😂
This is a great video. I just got my learning permit. Although I've been riding dirt bikes for a while, it's nothing like being on the road.
I had at one point considered trying to get my seat height a little bit lower but decided against it.
Hey, love your video! Even if I’m a guy, I’m short too 5’5”. Also looking for a CBR 600RR as my first bike. I hope I’ll be able to manage it like you. Ride safe!
They really are awesome bikes!!🙌🏻 I started out very timid and scared about dropping it-in my Waving at the Locals video you'll see what I mean...🤣 It takes some getting used to the height/weight but it's definitely doable with parking lot practice and just getting to know the bike. Best of luck to you, you won't regret getting a CBR🙌🏻 she's taken great care of me this far!
I was worried about the same thing. I'm only 5'6" and like 155 lbs. I've seen some bikes parked that just look too large for me to ride; then that gas tank hump is huge it looks like it would be up against my chest. I live in NYC and no longer have a driver's license. I stopped driving and never paid my tickets (one stop I got 4 tickets in Brooklyn; I was being harassed). Now my license is revoked. I was wondering if you know if a motorcycle license is a separate entity than a car? They are both under DMV, so will I be able to get a motorbike license if my regular license has been revoked?
P.S. one summer night when I was living downtown I saw this girl pull up on a CBR 600 or 650 RR. It gave me hope that maybe I could ride a bike comfortably. Everyone was in awe when she pulled up to go into a store. Then she went on the sidewalk to the end of a one way street so she could head north. It was illegal" but this is N.Y. and if the cops don't see you and no one gets hurt, it's kind of considered legal. I'm convinced I want a bike. I watch many of these videos and really like yours, but I think I should start on a Ninja 250; I've seen them under $2000 around here.
@@carlo_cali you do have to have a driver's license in order to get your motorcycle endorsement-however I'd call the dmv just to confirm as I could be mistaken. (Could possibly just be for my state, or across the board.)
As for starting on a ninja 250, go with your gut 100%. Starting on a 250 can seriously teach you so so much-and I've heard of so many 300cc riders out-riding 1000cc riders through the twisties-they have to really perfect their riding technique while some 1000cc riders can be sloppy through the turns but make up for it in straightaways...(not that everyone wants to ride like track riders haha.🤣) Also depending on the area you live, you just might not need a lot of power if your hitting lots stoplights/city street riding. A 250 can always be sold, new riders are always on the hunt for them so don't worry about the day you outgrow it! Enjoy the time you have and learn/practice as much as possible-thats your most powerful tool. Best of luck to you!!🙌🏻
I'm 5'6" 135lbs (too light for stock springs) w/ 28" inseam on a stock seat height R6 of 33.5" as first bike. The bike can be annoying to move around at low speed (ie out of garage, parking space, etc) but overall it's manageable. Only drops have been from the classic kickstand not all the way down mistake and having frame sliders makes those a non-issue.
"one cheek off, one foot down"....thats so cute to me :)
You have become a good rider. I've been watching from the get go. Your a badass
Height doesn't matter if you practice enough
And you are definitely riding great just stay motivated and you can achieve anything
Cheers !
Oh BTW I hope you can afford a 1000cc bike one day 👍
I agree 100%!!! Your mindset is everything 🙏 thank you my friend!!
If as you stop you turn the front wheel slightly to the right, the bike will lean left and give you a little extra for your left foot. I borrowed a Triumph Tiger once and that was the only way I could manage. Keep up the great vlogs. 😀
I'd have to be careful not to turn the handlebar too far to the left when I stop so I don't dump the bike if I stopped too quicky🤣 but definitely an awesome tip, thank you for sharing!!!🙌🏻 And THANK YOU for watching!!🙏🏻
Wow... i'll actually try this
Love your vids Reese. Keep them coming! While bike height is not a problem for me weight is another story. My bike is too heavy to push backwards up a any sort of a hill so I have to take care not to put myself in such a position. Great to see you have your bike back to stock height. All the experts say a bike handles best when it is at its design height. 😊👍
Thanks so much for watching, earl!! Got lots more to practice but the weather will be the toughest thing to deal with. (I think it's already snowing today!😩)
Definitely wanna get more comfortable maneuvering the bike itself and parking in awkward places (cause I got coffee shops I wanna go to!🤣) There's always more to learn with riding and I'm soaking it all up!!🙌🏻
Amazing Skills
Fun fact, by the time you hit the highway your tires where probably quite warm. But keep in mind the actual road temps as well. If it’s cold out, even if your tires are hot they can cool fast if you slow for a minute or two in cold temps. Cold roads are another issue
I’m a 5’4 man. My dream bike is an r6. And so many people have told me that it is too big for me, that if I can’t flat foot both feet then I won’t be able to control it. It’s really discouraging. I’m determined not to let it deter me. But to be honest I have never even sat on a sport bike. I used to ride dirt bikes but from my understanding sport bikes like the r6 have wide seats so it makes it harder to reach the ground. I really need to find someone to let me sit on one. There are no motorcycle dealers near me, I have no friends that ride, and I don’t know if someone selling their r6 will let me just come test fit it 😂
If someone is selling an R6 near you at some point, a test ride would be appropriate and I'm sure they'd let you sit on the bike and take it around the block, if they didn't, they're shady and I wouldn't trust them haha.
My bike's seat height is 32.2 inches, and the R6 seat height is 33.5 inches. I've got a 28 inch inseam, and now that I'm comfortable with my CBR stock, it's absolutely doable!!! I'd take a look at your inseam, and even if it's a 29 or 30 inch, it's so doable with practice on a 33.5 inch bike like the R6. It's intimidating for a loooot of people, but don't let another person's limiting beliefs stop you. If you think you can do it, then you CAN, it absolutely takes a lot of practice and facing intimidating situations, but it is by NO means impossible. I say go for that dream bike no matter what, and even if you don't like it stock, just get some lowering links on it, make it comfortable for yourself. I actually made a separate video talking about dropping my bike and my experience behind it, and why I did NOT let it stop me. (The video is called "Why I don't care and neither should you").
Either way, best of luck to you, enjoy the journey of searching for that dream bike!🎉🤙🏻
There is a woman who calls herself "Doodle On A Motorcycle." She is around 5"-3" tall. She has some techniques that she practices when riding bigger bikes. You should check out her channel. Good luck!
Most definitely-shes among my inspirations!! So many awesome riders paving the way for new riders like myself🙌🏻
I think raising your bike to stock height was a good idea just in case you wanted to go on different bike in your riding career. I can tell you love riding so your cbr is definitely not your only bike in the future. I think we started riding the same time. Love your videos.
I know for SURE I'll be getting more bikes-I think a dirt bike might be the next one I get and I know they're very tall bikes so the more experience I can get the better. And I wanna test ride so many others too!! Ride safe out there, and thanks SO much for watching!!!🙏🏻🙏🏻
Good to see you continued to practice. The chipmunk's back. Cheers
I’m 5’3 and I’m looking at a R3. Husband doesn’t want me me to jump right of the rip with the r7. Also looking at a CBR600 but he wants me to start out on a Honda shadow. Lol.
I am biased, but I personally think if you set yourself up for success (so openness to learn, patience, discipline, LOTS of practice, putting yourself in safe riding conditions) and respect the bikes power, a 600cc can be a great fit for many! It all depends on the rider. The major benefits of starting on a 300cc is really honing in riding technique which WILL make you a better rider than most (seriously, so many 300cc riders can easily out-ride 600cc-1000cc owners through the twisties and its a thing of beauty haha.) There are excellent opportunities and benefits to both, definitely. A bike I was STRONGLY considering (and I still wanna ride it) was the Ninja 400. Sat on one at a dealership and I still remember how incredibly comfortable it was! I've heard such great things from other riders, so maybe consider checking that one out if you get the chance. Best of luck on your hunt for the perfect fit, girl!! :D
I'd love to ride a R6. But I would not feel comfortable being not able to put 2 feet on the ground. Safety first.
You should always do what you're most comfortable with!!🙌🏻😊
@Nº Gimmicks aaaaand???
@Nº Gimmicks sorry, not my kind of humor. Please keep it for yourself next time.
@Nº Gimmicks I think it's rude making fun of other people.
Yesterday I saw a bike with a sticker shaped like a d*ck on its exhaust pipe. That was hilarious!! 😂😂
It's more fun if you laugh together 🤝
@Nº Gimmicks I accept your apology :) I'm glad we can talk on a grown up level here. I experience so much hate online, people lose their respect online its unbelieveable. Maybe I overreacted a bit, too.
If you have instagram, look for justgromit. There is a guy doing a wheelie on a purple bike and he has a white shirt on. :DD Imagine having a bike with these relaxing male balls under the seat haha
Love from India ❤️☺️
Get it Girl...So Proud of your Progress!!! Keep doing your Thang!!! :)
Awwwe thank you girl!!!🙏🏻❤️ Thanks so much for your support!!!
Boots 🥾, 1’ lower, and a thinner seat. You can still slip on 1 foot on ground oil so it’s good to touch both feet down
I heard the love for the R6. Starting my journey on 2014 black R6. The bike I always wanted. Love your white one too 😁
Smaller the cc ( engine) smaller the bike size (height )? Trying to find a cbr, my height is 5’5
Thank you
very inspiring! thanks for sharing your journey!
Reese, I highly recommend Five5 Gloves. They have some of the pre-curve fingers (less strain against the leather holding the bars) and protection for the money. Oh......and they're super comfortable. LOL
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..don't forget to practice the figure 8...make sure to use the rear brake when coming to a stop...
good on you for raising your bike back up! kudos for still riding with the boots though. I bought some riding boots and could not tip toe in those things for the life of me 😂 yo there are always cops just waiting in the mountains, i hated it when i worked up there lol. oh and lil tip for the cold hands, try wearing latex (or vinyl) gloves underneath your riding gloves. it's a trick i learned from brian 636 and it's works really well!
Thank you girl!! It's definitely gonna take some practice but so far I'm liking the bike raised, which I'm honestly kinda surprised about haha. I thought I'd be MUCH more shakey and unstable resulting in having to get it lowered again, but so far so good!! Def feeling good so far.
And I HAVE to try that out with the latex!!! Omg I never thought of that lmao I'm gonna do that on my next ride.
Girl there are cops up here with nothing better to do it's insane, I'm like please leave my racetrack k thanks hahaha
Very helpful video thank you! Keep up the content
Good girl, you brave girl.
Hi Reese. Thanks for making the video. I'm only a bit taller than you, so seeing you manage this gives me confidence too. That said, I'm interested in what your inseam measurement is. I'm 5'4" but with a 28 - 29 inch inseam myself.
After using my two best jeans as a guide-my inseam averaged at 26.5 inches! My CBRs seat height is 32.3 inches. Hopefully that helps-sorry for such a late reply!!
Heyy Reese this is Akshat it'ss good you see you riding try to keep put some cinematics so that I ll gives some more trafic to your channerl
Love from india❤️
How much was your bike lowered when you started out?
i’m the same height as u could
you recommend any good sport 125cc bikes
What is you maximum spending in a long ride?
Hi i'm a new subscriber. I like your informations because i'll be getting my cbr 600 and i'm 5'2 in height from philippines
Have you ever stopped in a very steep incline? If so, how you did it? Can you flat foot your bike?
I can't flatfoot this bike on both sides, with one foot down I can if I adjust all the way over.
And I've stopped on many slanted hills/drives/areas before, (CO has a lot of those) and the way I go about them mostly is the same! I use both brakes when stopping, left foot then comes down and right foot keeps the rear brake engaged, stopping the bike from rolling back. When it's time to go, I bring up the RPMS and begin to release the clutch slowly until I start to feel the bike begin to engage, and let off the rear brake about the same time. I let off the rear brake slowly as I get up to speed.😄 Hope that helps!🙏🏻
@@ReeseRides You are the 7th rider who told me about this strategy, so I think that this is fool proof and really works. Thanks for the response!
Hello, is 5’6” also tip toes?
Haven't heard what news? Has the R6 been discontinued???
Unfortunately yes, the R6 is being discontinued :(
What your height? My height is 5'3''!
What bike do you have
Hey what other sport bikes do you recommend for short riders apart from your own? I own a v-star 650 but I'm thinking of buying another bike.
If we're going strictly off seat height-I would recommend maybe a Kawasaki ZX6R. Very popular bike and I *think* the seat height is similar to my CBRs. If I'm not mistaken the R6 has a higher sear height of the 600 class. Not sure about the GSXR 600, though.🤔
So although I don't have the exact specifications for each bike, I'm hoping that can give you a good general sense of direction as to where to start. :) Good luck!!
@@ReeseRides Thats all I needed, thanks Reese.
How high is your motorcycle...
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What year and bike is that? Thanks
'07 CBR600RR!
Beautiful view
hi maam what is you leg inseam? thanks
U look tall enough in the thumbnail
I like short pple
What's the seat height on your bike? I'm also 5'2"
32.3 inches! Just takes some getting used to and learning and the bike has been very manageable!👍🏻
Is it an r6 you are ridin on this vid? My inseam is 29, 5'2 to 5'3, can I do the r6..(maybe with and w/o lowering kit) appreciate the reply. 1love
What year is your bike?
It's a 2007!😄
@@ReeseRides sweet! Def in the hunt for one as my first bike. Continue to Ride safe!
@@YoungGoldie876 best of luck to you on your search-really great bike once you get used to the throttle response! My CBR has taken great care of me since learning to ride 🙌🏻
Hilow i always see your video’s from philipines what is your fb acount??
We need smaller sports bikes