The most common question riders have is how to pick a bike that is perfect for your size. In today’s article, we will talk about how to choose the right size for a woman who is looking to purchase their new road bike, mountain bike, or hybrid bike. We will create a guide that will help you to figure out your size so that you have no problems getting the bike that you want and one you are comfortable riding. Once you are done reading this article, you will have a clear idea of which size you should purchase.
We can understand how confusing it can be when picking out a bike that is perfectly sized. The worst part is, there is no standard for sizing bikes. When most bike shops talk about the bike size, they are mostly referring to the size of the frame, which can be confusing as different bike frames have different sizes and various recommendations.
The height of the rider usually determines bike sizes. With the sizing chart below, use your height to find the perfect sized bike. If you are in the middle of sizes, then try on both of them before purchasing your bike. You don’t want to get a bike that is too small or big for you, which is why we recommend you try out the sizes before you make the purchase.
Most bike manufacturers provide buyers with their very own sizing guide for every bike they are selling. The sizing chart can be pretty accurate in most cases, and it is best that you go to your local shop as they will help you to figure out your size and the bike that fits you the best. Once you have found the size, you can go ahead and buy as many bikes as you want as you will know which bike will fit you the best.
In some cases, bike shops offer a personal bike fitting service. This is mostly used for road bikes, but it could be a fantastic way to personalize the bike that you’re getting to ensure that it fits you properly and is comfortable as you ride the bike.
You don’t have to go to that extent, especially if you’re going to be riding your bike irregularly.
If you want to buy your bike online, then many bike sellers will take it through a guided measurement of your body and will find the bike that will fit your size.
Take the bike for a spin
If you have the opportunity to take the bike out for a spin, then we would highly recommend that you do so. The bike sizing chart is a general overview. You will have a much better idea of whether the size fits you or not if you can take the bike out for a spin.
Don’t worry. If you don’t have the opportunity to ride the bike, then you can always use the sizing chart to find the right size bike for you.
Sizing charts
Please keep in mind that the sizing chart we are about to show you is a women’s sizing chart. Don’t expect the sizing chart to fit your size if you are a man. This is strictly for women. The sizes for different styles of bikes are going to be different, which is why we have three bikes and three different sizing charts.
Women road bike
Riders Height In feet
Riders Height In centimeter
Frame Size
Frame Size (cm)
4′ 10″ – 5′ 1″
147 – 155
XXS
44 – 46 cm
5′ 1″ – 5′ 3″
155 – 160
XS
47 – 49 cm
5′ 3″ – 5′ 5″
160 – 165
S
50 – 52 cm
5′ 5″ – 5′ 8″
165 – 172
M
53 – 55 cm
5′ 8″ – 5′ 10″
172 – 180
L
55 – 57 cm
Women mountain bike
Riders Height In feet
Riders Height In centimeter
Frame Size
Frame Size (cm)
4′ 10″ – 5′ 2″
148 – 158
XXS
33 – 35 cm
5′ 2″ – 5′ 6″
158 – 168
S
38 – 40 cm
5′ 6″ – 5′ 10″
168 – 178
M
43 – 45 cm
5′ 10″ – 6′ 1″
178 – 185
L
48 – 50 cm
Women hybrid bike
Riders Height In feet
Riders Height In centimeter
Frame Size
Frame Size (cm)
4′ 10″ – 5′ 2″
148 – 158
XXS
33 – 35 cm
5′ 2″ – 5′ 6″
158 – 168
S
38 – 40 cm
5′ 6″ – 5′ 10″
168 – 178
M
43 – 45 cm
5′ 10″ – 6′ 1″
178 – 185
L
48 – 50 cm
Do you need a women's bike?
In most cases, many women found that bikes that are made explicitly for women work well. However, you can find many great options for shopping for unisex frames.
The most significant benefit of getting a woman’s bike is that it includes specific kits for women, such as women’s specific saddle and many other items that work well with women and are their particular size.
Some of the bikes are based around a unisex frame with women’s specific finishing kit, whereas others have bespoke geometry, which is designed for a woman’s body and dimension.
We always recommend you try out the bike that you’re looking to buy. This will give you a better understanding of what size fits you, as the guided chart is a suggestion. As accurate as the sizing charts are, there’s nothing better than to try out the bike for yourself before you go ahead and purchase.
Final verdict
Purchasing a bike for a woman is the same as it is for a man; the only thing which is different is the sizing chart. Women have a different body dimension than a man which is why the sizing chart is going to be drastically different for a woman than it is going to be for a man.
The sizing chart we have provided you with should help you a lot when it comes to purchasing your bike, and getting the right size for you. If you fall in the middle of a specific size, then always try out both ends of the size before you make the purchase. Good luck with finding the bike that you are looking for, and we hope this chart helped you.