Size guide

What size city bike do I need?

Height is enough to get close; your inseam makes it precise. Type yours in or use the chart below.

Step-through city bike with basket and rack

Size calculator

City bike size chart

SizeRider heightInseamFrame
S152–166 cm · 5′0″–5′5″68–76 cm · 27″–30″46–48 cm
M164–176 cm · 5′5″–5′9″75–81 cm · 30″–32″50–52 cm
L174–187 cm · 5′9″–6′2″80–87 cm · 31″–34″54–56 cm
XL185–200 cm · 6′1″–6′7″86–94 cm · 34″–37″58–60 cm

Size by height

Your heightFeet / inchesSize
145 cm4′9″S
150 cm4′11″S
155 cm5′1″S
160 cm5′3″S
165 cm5′5″S or M
170 cm5′7″M
175 cm5′9″M or L
180 cm5′11″L
185 cm6′1″L or XL
190 cm6′3″XL
195 cm6′5″XL
200 cm6′7″XL
205 cm6′9″XL

Bikes with their own size chart

City bike sizing: FAQ

What size city bike for 5′2″ (157 cm)?

Usually a S. Check the specific bike's size chart — if you're between sizes, the smaller one is more agile and the larger one more stable. Your inseam can tip the balance.

What size city bike for 5′5″ (165 cm)?

Usually a S or M. Check the specific bike's size chart — if you're between sizes, the smaller one is more agile and the larger one more stable. Your inseam can tip the balance.

What size city bike for 5′7″ (170 cm)?

Usually a M. Check the specific bike's size chart — if you're between sizes, the smaller one is more agile and the larger one more stable. Your inseam can tip the balance.

What size city bike for 5′9″ (175 cm)?

Usually a M or L. Check the specific bike's size chart — if you're between sizes, the smaller one is more agile and the larger one more stable. Your inseam can tip the balance.

What size city bike for 5′11″ (180 cm)?

Usually a L. Check the specific bike's size chart — if you're between sizes, the smaller one is more agile and the larger one more stable. Your inseam can tip the balance.

What size city bike for 6′1″ (185 cm)?

Usually a L or XL. Check the specific bike's size chart — if you're between sizes, the smaller one is more agile and the larger one more stable. Your inseam can tip the balance.

What size city bike for 6′3″ (191 cm)?

Usually a XL. Check the specific bike's size chart — if you're between sizes, the smaller one is more agile and the larger one more stable. Your inseam can tip the balance.

How do I measure my inseam?

Stand barefoot with your back to a wall, push a hardback book up between your legs like a saddle, keep it level and measure from the floor to the top of the book.