What height is suitable for a motorcycle with a seat height of 790mm?
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A motorcycle with a seat height of 790mm is suitable for riders over 170cm tall. Notes for riding a scooter: 1. During the entire break-in period, try to choose high-quality mineral oil for lubrication: It is not recommended to use fully synthetic lubricating oil, mainly because the oil change cycle during the break-in period is relatively short, and adding fully synthetic lubricating oil would be a bit wasteful. Ordinary high-quality mineral lubricating oil can meet the basic lubrication needs of a scooter engine. 2. Change the lubricating oil and control the engine speed: During the break-in period of a scooter, apart from changing the lubricating oil, there are not too many things to pay attention to as long as you control the engine speed and maintain a reasonable speed. 3. Operation cannot be separated from the lubrication of oil: The operation of the engine cannot be separated from the lubrication of oil, otherwise it will cause dry friction, and the internal parts of the engine will soon be worn out and fail prematurely.
I'm about 1.7 meters tall and recently bought a motorcycle with a seat height of 790mm. When I first sat on it, my feet could just flatly touch the ground, which felt quite stable. For someone around my height, between 1.68m and 1.75m, it should be no problem. After riding for a few months, I realized that seat height is also related to leg length—some shorter people with longer legs can handle it too. If you're under 1.6m, riding this bike might require tiptoeing or slight adjustments, making parking a bit more challenging. I recommend trying the seating position at a dealership first; wearing thick-soled shoes can help. Overall, a 790mm seat height is very friendly for people of average height, offering stability against tipping and comfort for city commuting.
I've been repairing motorcycles for years and have encountered many models with a seat height of 790mm, which suits people with heights ranging from 165cm to 175cm. The key factors are individual leg length and weight proportion—being too heavy or having shorter legs might make it unstable when tiptoeing. Modification is a good solution, such as thinning the seat cushion or lowering the suspension, which can reduce the seat height by several dozen millimeters. During daily rides, ensure both feet can firmly touch the ground to prevent slipping, especially on wet roads in rainy weather—safety first. Also, pay attention to the bike's balance, as designs vary greatly between models. For instance, some sportbikes have narrower seats, which can actually make them easier to handle. Before choosing a bike, measuring your inseam is very helpful—don’t just rely on height numbers.
