Tips For Short Motorcycle Riders || A Guide to Riding as a Short Rider

[@TheINFP_Diary]

was exiting my neighborhood from a different stop sign the other day. (I'm a 5'4 female on a yamaha fz6) I didn't realize the ground was sloped by this stop sign, when i went to put my foot down I didn't feel the ground then panicked and couldn't muscle the bike back upright in time. Luckily (and unfortunately) the whole neighborhood saw... people were coming out of their houses 😂 and a few guys came to help, one of them that picked up my bike with me was my next door neighbor. Very embarrassing and humbling moment. As you mentioned already, watch where you stop shorties.

[@thien2099]

im 5'5, been riding for a year, currently i own the V2 and Tiger 900 rally (adv bike 34.25in), i don't even put the tiger seat to the lower configuration. when i first started i wouldn't dare throw a leg over the tiger let alone buy one. the more you ride the more confident you become, anyone asking if they can handle so and so bike probably can't because in their mind they've already decided they can't

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Congrats on the awesome bikes! That's a great combo. I agree with you though, it's all about confidence. When I first started I was horrified with my wr250r haha! Now I'm thinking about scrapping the lowering link and going back to stock height!

[@ValkyrieActual141]

How would you say someone an inch shorter than you would be on a V2? I want one SO bad and I'm not selling my current bike, but I'm so damn nervous about not being able to buy one and enjoy it because I'm short. Any advice or insight would be great.

[@thien2099]

@@ValkyrieActual141 my riding buddy is shorter than I am and handles my V2 just fine. the trick for shorties like us is being comfortable enough to put only your left foot down at stops. my riding buddy dropped his first bike (30in) countless times, multiple times each ride when we first started, but he just got better with time, and rides a taller bike now. the trick for him is he would get a bike seat with a smooth surface so he can easily slide his butt over to one side to reach the ground with one leg. he did mention that because the V2 has a very grippy seat, he doesn't want to ride it for that reason. hope that helps.

[@ValkyrieActual141]

@@thien2099 I really appreciate the insight man. I just want one so damn bad and I found a great one to look at not even an hour from me.

[@thien2099]

@@ValkyrieActual141 I would say go sit on one if you haven't already, get an actual feel for it. I had my eyes on a Panigale from the start, went in to sit on a 959 and just didn't feel confident enough for it yet. After a season of riding I felt comfortable enough to purchase the V2. I struggle with not being able to duckwalk it backwards if there's an incline, I just don't have the leverage for it. It will take some effort to handle the bike around at parking lots/driveway/garage, but you get familiar with it. I have the Duke 390, the seat height is about the same as V2, but because it's a smaller and lighter bike, muscling it around is so effortless that sometimes I take that bike out instead of the V2 for that reason.

[@MotoPavilion]

I’m 5.6 with 28 inseam. I know what means to struggle with a taller bike. I do believe that getting known your motorcycle balance helps a lot. I also use the foot pegs to jump on my bike. Thanks for the tips.

[@daisyw23]

I’m 4’10” (26” inseam) and I can only tippy toe one side on my lowered Ninja 300 (28” seat height). To paint a picture for you, my legs are so short that I can’t even reach my kickstand while sitting on the bike. So I have to kick the stand up, hop on the bike then go, and also stop, hop off the bike, kick the stand down and park. So for anyone wondering if they’re too short to ride? NO YOU ARENT!!! YOU JUST NEED TO PRACTICE!!! YOU GOT THIS!!! Also from my experience, the easiest way to reverse a bike as a short rider is to just flip the bike around on the kickstand. This method works on basically all sport bikes, but I’m not sure does this apply to cruisers or dirt.

[@JessPham09]

Omg im 4’11” and im on my learners riding a cbr250r. I have to hella tip toe on the bike. Do you lower the suspension at all? Do you use platform to ride? I am still learning and i would assume it feels way scarier not having the balls of your feet on the ground to maintain balance especially for beginners

[@daisyw23]

@@JessPham09 So Ninja 300 can’t adjust suspension, only the preload, which I did but it doesn’t really lower that much of a difference. I ride with just regular Vans. If I want the balls of my foot to touch the ground, I could scoot my butt over right before the complete stop, so I have more leg length to reach the ground if that makes sense. Honestly just practice stopping and going in any neighborhood/parking lot, and you’ll slowly get more confident and know how much to scoot your butt over at stops.

[@MaxamillionEd]

All the tips are applicable but for SHORT riders, we're talking 5'2 and below, lowering the bike is a MUST to be comfortable and prevent dropping in scenarios such as stopping on leaves, sand, black ice, oil slicks, hills, and potholes. Great video!

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Yeah I do agree with you. I really really try not to but there's always limits. For example, it's legitimately not worth it for me to own an adventure bike unless I lower it. Even though I know I could probably do it, it would be extremely uncomfortable and unnecessary.

[@jec71moto57]

I was doubting myself if I could ride a big bike which had pull me back in upgrading to Yamaha R6. But now, after seeing your video, I will go now for the bigger bike. Your video is an inspiration.

[@JonesBrosGarage]

I take that as a big compliment! I was definitely intimated my first time on the R6 (the first "big" sport bike I've ridden as well). It took some getting used to but it definitely feels natural after a few weeks and the fear really does go away. Good luck and have fun!👍

[@redm3red]

Good tips. I always look at the angle of the street when I stop. If it's a bit too low on my left, I'll use front brake and put my right foot down but typically I'm using the rear brake when coming to a stop and putting my left foot down. Another tip...I never put my bike in neutral just in case I need to make a quick exit if it looks like the car coming up behind me doesn't look like it's going to stop. I also stop to the left or right of the car in front, never directly behind and in the spot that gives me the best way to escape.

[@alexanderguestguitars3619]

If you're 5'1" then height DOES matter. Adventure bikes are OUT. You can't ride them without jumping off the bike every time it comes to a stop. You CAN ride a modern Z1000 JUST ABOUT if you're an experienced rider. If you're not, then you will almost certainly drop it A LOT. The simple answer is for the manufacturers to CONSIDER shorter riders, when they design them. Lower seat height rails to allow a lower seat height. THEN they can simply offer a THICKER SEAT for taller riders! WHY DON'T THEY ALL DO THIS NOW??? Why do we have to put up with "seat height apartheid"???

[@ladyhawke1431]

I'm 5'1 and I'm riding the Aprilia SR GT Replica with 799mm. I tiptoe but can rest on my right hand side when stopping. It still feels comfortable to ride.

[@monkeyman41333]

So much depends on inseam length, more than height. There are 6 ft riders with 29" inseam and 5'5" riders with 31" inseam. Me, I'm in real trouble, as I am only 5' 3" with 27" inseam. Indian Scout has turned out to perfect bike for me.

[@2wheelforeign476]

I’m 5’4 and 28 inseam and I daily my V2 after setting sag.

[@vietkieuvuongquocanhhoicaca]

I am 5 Foot 4 and I am going to take the Ducati Supersport tomorrow ! I have been riding CBR 500R 2014 for 7 years , but Ducati is 1 inch higher THanks so much for your video! HOpefully everything gonna be alright.

[@isaiah9168]

I think height doesn't really matter, the only thing that matter is your inseam because even if you are tall but you have a short legs I think its just the same.

[@JonesBrosGarage]

That's very true! 👍

[@typer600rr]

Yes that’s true. This guy is 5’9 and he flatfoot the cbr600rr he probably have 32 inseam. I’m almost 5’9 and my inseam is 30 so I can’t flat foot my Cbr600rr.

[@isaiah9168]

@@typer600rrbro how did you calculate your inseam? I'm 5'3 and I have 29 inch inseam but its from floor to crotch, did you do the same bro?

[@stockmarketkachtiya4761]

it matters when you have to reverse bike from.foot...in traffic jams

[@typer600rr]

@@isaiah9168 don’t know how to measure but what never size pants you wear is close enough to your insame. Size 30 is a little bit short for me and 32 is too long so I’m thinking I’m 31. And to be flatfoot I’m thinking you need at least like 33 inches

[@MissJazzmineS]

When you’re so short, even the “short riders” video excludes you…

[@monteljackson990]

I had a duc 620 and I tip toed at 5’5” so I was hesitant to get something bigger. I appreciate this video.

[@juanforlife]

Suprising what an inch or two lowered seat will do for us short guys. Mind over matter and a little confidence allows me to ride an 850lb road bike.

[@YAMAHOTTI_RONE]

Ayeee!!! Mind over matter for sure!!🔥💪🏻

[@JonesBrosGarage]

100% I completely agree with you. Confidence is really everything. I felt so much better on my wr250r when I shaved off an inch or so

[@kevingramajo818]

Jones Bros Garage how did you shave off an inch off your bike ? i have a zx6r any tips?

[@VeryLargeCat]

I rode a stock height GSXR 600 at 5'5" years ago and never ran into any major problems, but it sure would've been nice to flat foot it in some situations. Walking the bike backwards especially is annoying when you have to get off to do it.

[@Grandsport12]

I believe that a person's INSEAM vs SEAT HEIGHT is the main factor to consider when considering a bike. Although I am 5' 7", my inseam is only 29", so a bike with a 31.9" (810 mm) seat height results in a tip toe stance at a stop light.

[@kimbee2604]

As female and as beginner driver, my first bike I bought was a second hand suzuki sv650 which was lowered by the previous owner (of course at the dealer) and you really feel the discomfort of the bike driving on bumpy roads. I was happy to flat-footed in the beginning but now we drive "bigger" bikes. As said to gain confidence in the beginning it helped very much. I would never again buy a bike which is lowered (after the factory) because it changes the geometry. But as a beginner I was pleased to start like that. The engineers take much effort to make a good bike. Of course I will not be able to ride a Ténéré 700 at 87cm seat hight 😅 but there is enough choice.

[@JonesBrosGarage]

I completely agree. And yeah I just have to accept that something like a 1290 ktm adv will never work for me hahaha! I went through the same experience being able to flat foot my ninja 650 and now I never worry about that on a bike anymore 👍

[@bajansweetbread9]

This is seriously helpful! From the short person crew I’m working on all of these. Embarrassed to say I can’t figure out walking the bike yet 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@Obi_Juan_Kenobi_]

The quality of your videos are really good, keep up the good work

[@JonesBrosGarage]

I really appreciate that!

[@Stu81]

Great advice he's put out there, only thing I'd say which I've noticed is common among bike reviews or when talking about seat height is that a person's height is irrelevant, I'm 5'7 with a 30"inseam bare foot crouch to ground, my friend who also rides is 5'8 but has a 29" inseam his girlfriend is 5'6 and has a 31" inseam so don't be to focused on height, also another tip is adding insoles into you riding boots, there are height increasing insoles but they make you feel like you got high heels on so maybe girls will be ok with them but I couldn't use them, so I put 3 cheap but thick insoles in mine without it making my boots too tight (always nice to take them off!) I ride an xsr900 which by the book has a 32.7 (but remember most manufacturers measure the bike dry with no weight on so it will be at least 1/2 to 1 inch lower to the book height with fuel and rider on) seat height so as standard I was tip toe but with a seat shave and the insoles and the suspension set for my weight I can flat foot both feet, also consider some bikes you can get aftermarket lower seats or you can shave the seat foam yourself and many companies that sell custom seats they can tailor them for you, lowering links and raising forks should be last option, it really screws up the handling, might feel better in one situation but really bad in other situations......if you are very short just search "midget on a sports bike"!

[@ryanjones5367]

I feel for you short kings. I guess I never really appreciated being able to easily back up my drz while sitting on it until I saw him struggling to do the same with his ducati

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Oh dude the DRZ is a real struggle for me hahaha! All the same once you get moving though, I saw some short motocross racers who helped me feel confident because I used to be so scared to ride big boy dirt bikes at my height

[@YAMAHOTTI_RONE]

Yes more content like this!!! Your such an inspiration 🔥🔥🔥💪🏻 gives me even more confidence so thank you!!!! I’m 4’11 and ride a lowered ninja 400 BUT I’m upgrading to a rs660 this summer w no lowering!!!! I’m scared but I’m doing this!!!!!

[@JonesBrosGarage]

You got it, trust me! It will probably be really scary at first and uncomfortable. I was pretty nervous my first time on a big sport bike. I was super nervous my first time on a massive cruiser. And I was super nervous my first time on a tall dirt bike. In every case the nerves went away and I felt comfy after a week or two. I'd also like to say the rs660 is such a badass bike and I'm really excited to see one in person! Thank you for the compliment 👍

[@YAMAHOTTI_RONE]

@@JonesBrosGarage yessss omg THATS how I felt when I climbed onto my first bike, ninja, and I was incredibly scared! But now I’m ready for that upgrade and I’m sure it’ll be a challenge in many different ways now 😫 but thank you so much for the reply and all the amazing content!!! I will be posting the rs660 when it arrives I’m beyond excited!!!!!❤️ you haven’t seen it in person yet?!? LETS COLLAB!!! Haha I’m serious let’s do a collab!! My IG is @f.e.a.r_c19

[@YAMAHOTTI_RONE]

@@JonesBrosGarage oh and I subbed!🙌🏻❤️

[@randomsnaps5912]

@@YAMAHOTTI_RONE wow

[@tuyenbui]

I'm 5'5 and ride with my right foot

[@pierrefagan9324]

This was very helpful! I'm looking to get the ninja 650 and I'm 5'5, I can keep the bike upright just on the balls of my feet but can tell backing it out would be difficult. I appreciate the insight and tips!

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Thanks for checking out the video! I'd definitely pull the trigger on the 650. I recently sold mine and I regret it. That's such an amazing bike, especially for a new rider. 👍

[@pierrefagan9324]

@@JonesBrosGarage yea I watched your video review on the 650 a multitude of times, it was such a big help in my decision making process

[@Two_Wheel_Therapy]

I am the same height as you and I have the 2020 Ninja 650. It is great it becomes second nature after a while. Hope you're enjoying your bike brother. 🏍💨

[@cashflownpv]

Thank You I have no issue (6 ft) but my friend is 5'3' and this will really help him. This is so appreciated and I can't wait to show him!!!

[@radixmulawarman8931]

Weird comment xd

[@CornDawgOG]

@@radixmulawarman8931 troll

[@tompoksingha9069]

All we need is experience and knowledge.... Love the video....much love from India

[@leechunyendanielleecy2646]

You are a very patient teacher and with your plain explanations, the short ones like me are definitely encouraged to enjoy bike journeys.

[@evelynsosa2386]

Reds

[@caseycoleman394]

I am 4'9 without shoes and 5'0 with shoes. When I took the MSF course(this past monday). I was really bummed out that none of the bikes fit my size. I will try your "Tips and Tricks".

[@Rain2H0]

I am watching this as a 5' 11" guy and its really eye opening and interesting.

[@guanqiaowang7586]

Same but my bike has 33" seat i still need to tippy toe on it

[@reykentdejesica382]

I’m a 5’6 and my bike has a 33” seat height hahahaha

[@JonesBrosGarage]

@@reykentdejesica382 hell yeah a true Savage 👍 taller guys don't know the struggle lol

[@jayr6580]

Im 5,4🤦‍♂️life is a struggle😂😂

[@JustaGSXR]

Not sure if anyone will see this or not, but I guarantee you can ride if you really want to, i’m 5’1 so most bikes are not meant for someone my size, however if you’re interested in getting a sport bike i can confidently recommend SUZUKI due to the lower seat height, i haven’t lowered any of my bikes and i can touch the ground with my toes or flat foot one foot at a time, i have little to no confidence issues riding anymore and i’d like to buy a 1000 someday when i can afford one, if you’re passionate about riding, you’ll find a way, and you’ll become more and more comfortable the more seat time you get and it’ll feel very natural regardless of your height, don’t feel like you can’t do it if you’re not super tall, i’m telling you, you absolutely can.

[@kevinugarte4094]

Highly recommended! I am 5’5 and this is VERY HELPFUL! Saving up to get a pani. ♥️

[@JCHAN-qd3rz]

Tip Toeing a 400+ lb motorcycle is adding risk to an already risky activity. I ride and I am short. There is a very real risk for short street riders in an emergency to drop a machine in the midst of 4,000 lb automobiles with distracted drivers.

[@gyeosabayo]

height does matter. tip toeing is enough if the road perfectly flat. it's really hard to be a short rider here in our country. you cannot always say that you will stop on a part of the road without a pot hole. plus it gives you confidence or assurance as a beginner that you can just flat foot on the ground if your about to fall. 5'6 above riders will never understand the struggle of 5'0 below riders. lowering is a must.

[@HayWoodJobLoMe]

with the exception of trying to back up at a stoplight, i have always just walked the back backwards from the left side like you did, Its how i always park. SO SO MUCH EASIER.

[@ThanhTran-pv4kl]

I'm 5'5 and I have a Honda GL1800.. had to pick up extra low speed maneuver skill, friction zone and feathering the rear brake

[@Cocytus]

@Jones Bros Garage - I needed this video. This was phenomenally explained and thorough. I am a new rider who is also 5' 6" and I really have my heart set on a Honda CRF250L Rally but that 35.2" seat height was very intimidating when I test rode it. I love the bike though. I have hope though because there's plenty of kits out there like seat lowering and also links that I could use. I am going to start with the seat lowering and see how that feels. I gotta first get up the money for the bike but yea, This video will definitely be my reference point for any information.

[@ValkyrieActual141]

I'm right at 5'4 and I currently own a 2018 Triumph Bobber that I can easily flat foot which gives me so much confidence on that bike. I've been wanting a V2 since I saw one and I found one at a great price but I'm scared as hell to even go look at it because I'm afraid I won't be tall enough. Not being able to buy my dream sport bike because of my height just makes me feel so awful. I decided after watching this I'm going to look at it next Friday.

[@JonesBrosGarage]

I definitely would dude.. I felt the same exact thing honestly and wasn't sure if maybe I'd have to lower it or get a smaller bike or what. I wanna ride the big kid bikes lol... Honestly buying this V2 I was pretty nervous just being that I was riding such a beautiful and powerful bike and also because of my height.. But that went away within a few days of owning it. At 5'6 I can tip toe both sides so at a minimum you should be able to get a foot down pretty firm on one side. But the real thing to think about to help you out is that Vulcan I ride is 900+lbs and I can only tip toe with it and I ride it all the time. Not only do I ride it all the time, I always have a passenger. I was terrified my first week or so on it but you adjust to it quickly. You should be A okay on your Ducati, and it's normal that you'll probably feel scared about it when you first get it.. Good luck man 👍 oh and btw the Triumph Bobber is my favorite cruiser motorcycle

[@ValkyrieActual141]

@@JonesBrosGarage I really appreciate the insight mate. Much love.

[@MotoKringles]

11:50 word! Tall people can't relate to this at all! The struggle is real😅

[@elronaldopablo]

Thanks for this. I'm 5'4"/5'5" and hoping to be okay on a Ninja 650. People seem to have varying opinions on the subject. But this is probably the best take I've heard so far.

[@papatorr3669]

My ninja 650 seat height was effectively taller than my SV650's, which is taller than my Ninja 500s seat was. Interestingly I don't think my Ninja 250 seat was effectively any lower than my Ninja 500. My Yamaha Radian 600 had a lower seat than any of the above and was easier to manage.

[@Moon-magic109]

I’m not exactly short, but thank you for sharing and composing a helpful material that will benefit many riders.

[@edgarcabatingan9883]

I'ts very helpful bro, thanks for your vlog about safety driving about the smaller driver on how to drive a motorcycle that's taller than me.thank you brother I appreciate your vlog.

[@OhioBladeandCutlery]

Very helpful bro. I’m 5’6” and just bought a Ducati Streetfighter V4.

[@theairdrummer8111]

Can you flatfoot it? I want a panigale but I want to be able to flatfoot it

[@OhioBladeandCutlery]

@@theairdrummer8111 No, I can’t flat foot it.

[@daguuudguy]

Confidence does play a big role, I own a 13' 1199 panigale S and I'm 5'3". I've owned a hand full of bikes and ridden many, although the panigale felt good for me being that the seat is narrow compared to other bikes and the only con is my panigale doesn't like traffic.

[@randomsnaps5912]

Hey bro, I’m 5’ . I want to ride panigale one day. Can it be lowered?

[@daguuudguy]

@@randomsnaps5912 hey bro, I'd say try sitting on a panigale first. Depends which model year you buy, I actually own a V4S and still have my 1199S. The new V4 sits higher and the seat is a bit wider compared to the 1199 panigale. You could soften the dampening and add softer springs and tune the suspension to your weight, because lowering the bike hinders the bikes suspension capabilities and also the ground clearance sucks.👍🏻 let me know how it goes...which year panigale are you getting?? But to answer your question, the panigale can be lowered.

[@randomsnaps5912]

@@daguuudguy not decided . Sure I’ll take note of your advice

[@davidjones2253]

When I was your age most standard bikes seats were level ,triumph still do it ,my problem is with the raised style seats I have a Kawasaki Z900RS I had the sport lowering kit put on it and the suspension adjusted to my weight but I still have to stand on the footrest to cock my leg over

[@DjTahoun]

Great video, thanks man it was so helpful and I actually enjoyed it, Greetings from Egypt 👍

[@kennethamend8557]

Thanks Bro, I'm also 5'6" and I thought about lowering. Great Video's.

[@JonesBrosGarage]

No problem! Yeah if it's too much of a struggle then sometimes you just have to go for it. I try not to lower though personally, especially on sport bikes... When I first started riding bigger bikes I thought for sure I needed to but you get used to it pretty quick. Something like an adventure bike though is literally not physically worth it for us to ride without lowering in my opinion

[@LouiseMannigel]

Thanks or sharing your experience. You are knowledgable and really easy to listen to!

[@betruly7894]

You are one of the smarter youtuber. I know already all this however this is a useful video for those new confused new riders who already watched many rubbish videos around internet and now they think they are ready to commit a suicide on 2 wheels

[@TheSandrozeneger]

In my experience, the length of your legs do matter. Its tough to maneuver in tight traffic (when you need to move your bike around without throttle). or when you are stopping in a hill. its better off when you can touch both your feet on the ground to maneuver. I am 165cm so I find it challenging

[@kristiaa88]

I’m 4 ft 5-7 and scared to ride a bike on my own but really want to learn

[@thechisensei]

Thanks bro! This helps a lot! Ride safely.

[@awakenedsoul2638]

What a video you made WELL EXPLAINED ABOUT THE SUBJECT!

[@colt45lmer]

At least for sport and dirt bike style bikes put the kickstand down and pull up on the otherwise of the bike. Balancing the bike on the kickstand this can allow you to just swing the bike around in the parking spot I used to do this all the time with my gsxr750. I am 5 10 but with a little practice just about anyone should be able to do this

[@nealamesbury1480]

5'6 thinking bout zx 10r,what do u think= thanks

[@justinrussell7605]

I am 5'9" and I have been looking at a 2021 BMW S1000RR or an Aprilia RSV4. Solid info though. Great content

[@katrinaatkins6308]

I needed this video I’ve been worried about this I went from a ninja 300 to cbr 600 and now I’m on the balls of my feet. I had a situation where I stopped in a puddle of water and oil and I caught I feel because my feet were planted. So I just need to really watch where I’m stopping I guess.

[@daviescjh]

Really good vid mate. Helpful tips.

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Thank you!

[@jonnyd1017]

Great video and very helpful!! Thanks for the tips 👍🏻

[@Cali_Girl1]

I'm 5'2"; 100lbs. Female. Do you think a Ducati Supersport S to too large/heavy for me? I currently ride a Kawasaki Ninja 250cc.

[@abdulrhman1991]

Thanks man. By the way your ducati look's awesome.

[@kramnam4716]

So often I see “chunky” fella on sports bikes.. like elegant elephants in tutus 🤣always really skilled too! I think they need the power to weight ratio to get them anywhere.

[@JonesBrosGarage]

I usually see heavier guys on Busas honestly. In all seriousness without being mean the extra power and more specifically torque can definitely be good for heavier people

[@ashexxxx]

I'm a female of 5'1 height, I wanna get a motorcycle but the ones I like are too tall which kinda scared me. This video was an eye opener.

[@cheenouyang2945]

Im 5'1 too im sure u can ride any 600 u just gotta lowered...i have a 08 gsxr750 and i love it

[@adasheikh5091]

Ayesha same here girl I'm binge watching videos in hope to find a perfect bike for me as I am also 5 🥺

[@ashexxxx]

@@adasheikh5091 Almost every other bike in my country is too tall for me, but gotta learn with that 🙂. Where are you from?

[@adasheikh5091]

@@ashexxxx Ikr it's all bout the height n I c we shorties love sports bikes 😕 btw I'm from Mumbai, India n u?

[@ashexxxx]

@@adasheikh5091 I'm from Assam, India. It's so rare to find female Indian riders.

[@enigmaticloremaster1700]

I am 5'7 and have ridden big bikes of the past like K1 Honda 750 four , Suzuki GT750 tripple 2 stroke which was probably the tallest and heaviest at 550lbs. Used to drop it sometimes in tricky situations when stopping. My friend who was 2 times my weight and tall at 6' 6" would sit on the back and put his feet down when we pulled up at lights, People would laugh when they seen this.

[@Cheezmonka]

What about bikes that are so tall and heavy for me (in my case a KTM 1290 Super Adventure) that I can't even get it upright off the kickstand? I'm 5'8" with 30" inseam and I'm totally fine on my 2019 V-Strom 650 XT (though the first few weeks were a little tense, I quickly settled in). I have no issue leaning off the bike a bit on more precarious stops in order to get a better foot hold, and otherwise just slap the left foot down enough to keep it balanced. But that damn KTM in the showroom is just too much for me to even get upright.

[@kaboom7480]

It's not all about the height of the seat we also should consider the weight of the vehicle... 1000 cc motorcycle is not safe to ride for 5,4 tall person I think

[@Shortbikerblondie]

Good video 👍 I'm 5'4" and struggling to maneuver my gsxr

[@williammiller9813]

I'd like a zh2 but my feet go tip on both which is odd because von my z650 I flat footed it just about always unless I was at a stop with a dip I'm at 5"7, 5"8 ish

[@iamniravkumarpatel]

Love your videos, keep making more of these.

[@randomsnaps5912]

I am fuck as short at 5foot . And still i ride motorcycles, although at entry level bikes but i wish to ride superbikes likes bmw1000, kawasakiZ900,

[@yuzhao3253]

Any advise about short guy wiz short leg? I am 5 5, but I found that is difficult to reach the kick stand for the HD glide because of the wide footboard , i could ride yamaha r6 wiz one foot tiptop. But for the kick stand if i cannot reach that makes impossible for me to ride those baggers, i assume your bagger has the same position of kick stand

[@JonesBrosGarage]

It does! I usually balance the bike up on my right foot to where my left foot can no longer touch the ground and then swing my left foot back to hit the kickstand!

[@TheComemikiamo]

I'm 5 foot and I manage my bikes just fine. 2005 Yamaha FZ1, 2012 HD Sportster Iron, 2017 Piaggio Evolution 500. I only take passengers on my Piaggio. I lowered my FZ1, front and back and seat. I will never buy a bagger but ewrithing olso I do just fine. If you a short rider you do ride with your brain also.

[@Leanne_is_not_okay]

How did you do it?

[@Leanne_is_not_okay]

I’m trying to not to lower my bike at all

[@kingsportcorner]

Great job on the video...excellent information and presentation....thanks

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Thank you so much!

[@Veigalag]

Really helpful video! If you don’t mind me asking, what’s your inseam and what’s the seat height of the v2 ?

[@JonesBrosGarage]

To be totally honest I'm not sure of my inseam. But I know it's below average for something who is 5'6 so it's pretty short. The panigale V2 seat height is 840mm or just over 33 inches!

[@latisham6121]

my 4'11 ass just chillin

[@ragazza5026]

Ong 😭😭-

[@awakenedsoul2638]

Wow man! I am 5'7. If inseam is more important than height then it means I can ride a 34 to 37 inch motor?

[@mikaelsanchez7258]

Would you commute on the v2 everyday ? Is it comfortable enough to daily with ease and comfort and the sense that you could ride for hours on end with no stop in sight ?

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Sorry I'm late to reply but it's more comfortable than most sportbikes I've ever sat on. With that being said it still isn't the most comfortable and any other style of bike will be more comfortable. It also gets very hot

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

im 5"10 and most dirtbikes and streetbikes feel tall to me..yet many guys have won championships at 5'3 lol

[@JonesBrosGarage]

I know, isn’t that crazy? Dirt bikes are BIG for a guy like me haha! They’re easy to ride if you never fall off them, sadly I struggle in that department 😂🤟

[@pescraze505]

I am 5"8' and 33" inseam...do you think i can be comfortable with that panigale v2 or v4

[@glocktwins2343]

Great video 👌🏾

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Thank you! 💯

[@greenleaf7969]

I am 5feet 6inches Can I ride ducati superleggera v4 🥺?

[@sunnyday3041]

Thank you for this!

[@Twenty-rv1qx]

Dani Pedrosa is 5'2"

[@quicksilver136]

I am 5 feet 2 and I do ok on my motorcycle

[@gumerdominguez4091]

You are the man thankz for your help 👍👍👍👍

[@jojiey31j57]

hy bro can me (5ft) ride r6 or cbr6??

[@AmanSingh-us7bc]

How tall are you mate? I want to make up my mind knowing that it will be fine. Im 5'4 with inseam of about 28 inch. With seat height of 814mm and 25mm lowering kit and 60mm from daytona boots, seat height will be like 740mm. Do you think its possible to easily reach the ground then?

[@diannegarrett852]

Check out Jocelyn Snow, (tiny lovely fairy size) she rides and teaches on big adventure bikes, like the BMW adventure bikes. Amazing.

[@suvobairagi6952]

In India 5.6 is good height ....even mine is just 1inch up..5.7 .....so you are not really that short ....

[@d.rathaipourongmei5695]

Is V2 seat height more than 899???

[@ericphillips6376]

Well yes

[@bqoutdoors2334]

What’s your inseam? Great vid thanks for the advice subbed

[@ereHeuqibmazoM]

I can barely flat foot my 05cbr6rr and it’s lowered 😅

[@JonesBrosGarage]

I'd probably be in the same boat.. I'm very tip toed on stock 600s 😂

[@lennenlumbre1373]

5"2 with 26 1/2 inseam i hope i can ride a ninja 400

[@danitheordinary7181]

you can ride that, is not too high and not to short

[@returnedfrompanama]

Why can’t the motorcycle designers just design the bikes to sit lower? That would open the market to more riders.

[@davidsen7096]

Thank bro

[@JonesBrosGarage]

No problem! 🤟

[@stunnasss9993]

Im 165 cm and i want to know if a yamaha r1 is too big for me or no?

[@JonesBrosGarage]

No you should be okay. Your just an inch under me but I have a short inseam also. You’ll just have to either lower it or tip toe off of one side for sure. You get used to it though!

[@stunnasss9993]

@@JonesBrosGarage where can you find short inseam?

[@JonesBrosGarage]

@@stunnasss9993 it’s how long the inside of your leg is

[@stunnasss9993]

@@JonesBrosGarage i am confortable on a ducati 889 panigale i can put both feet on the ground more then just tiptoe it do you think the r1 is to big or the same?

[@JonesBrosGarage]

@@stunnasss9993 yes definitely. The r1 is exactly one inch taller than the Panigale 899. (25.4mm)

[@molfdassler3503]

Hi Jones, yougot my subs, because I'm a short rider lol

[@movietrailers3074]

Thanks bud.. 🙂

[@JonesBrosGarage]

Thanks for checking out the video 👍

[@RR98guy]

Your inseam is the determining factor NOT your actual height. I am 5 ft 5 with a 26 inch inseam. When I rode my 2001 r6 I could manage without lowering it. The 97 cbr900rr I had I had to install a lowering link. My dirtbikes were all too tall for me to comfortable ride unless I started off beside the bike and jumped on once moving. (Think like the midget riding a streetbike) kzbin.infosHm_wizutuA

[@Grandsport12]

I agreed with you. My 29" inseam made it tough to ride a Yamaha R1 at a seat height of 32.3".

[@tylerthemad6325]

im 5,7 is a 1999 zx9r to big? physically

[@heyitsfakawma4917]

so waht modle of ducati is that

[@zulfadhly7639]

Shout out to all short kings out there!