We like our bikes to fit like your favourite pair of jeans, and to help you find the perfect bike frame for your height, we’ve created this handy guide. All you need to know is your height and the type of bike you’d like to buy. Simply scroll down the page to the correct category, find your height range and see the suggested frame size. If you have any questions about bike sizing be sure to check out our FAQ at the bottom of the page.
Rider Height (Feet/Inches) | Rider Height (CM) | Frame Size (Inches) | Frame Size (CM) | |
5' - 5'4" | 152 - 163cm | 17 - 18 Inch (S) | 44 - 46cm (S) | |
5'4" - 5'9" | 163 -175cm | 18 - 19 Inch (M) | 46 - 48cm (M) | |
5'7" - 6'1" | 170 - 185cm | 19 - 20 Inch (L) | 50 - 52cm (L) | |
5'10" - 6'3" | 178 - 193cm | 21 - 22 Inch (XL) | 54 - 56cm (XL) |
If you'd like to have a quick sit on a bike to see how comfortable you find it and if it's the correct fit, take a look at a local store near you on our Raleigh store locator and get in touch with them to see if they have the bike size you require. It's worth noting that even if the design isn't the same, it may be worth sitting on the size you think they need, as it will be a similar fit just in a different style. You can also purchase through our network of approved stockists.
Correct saddle height is important not only for comfort but for peddling efficiency too.
Here is a simple method to set the correct saddle height:
It's common for a size chart to recommend two frame sizes on the bike). If you have a longer torso and or arms the larger of the two frames should be a better fit and vice versa for a shorter torso or arms.for your height. When this is the case, the best fit is normally determined by the reach (the distance to the handlebars when sat
Choosing the right-sized bike depends on a few things: the type of bike, your height and your riding style. A correctly fitted bike will be more comfortable, more efficient and more fun to ride allowing you to go further for longer. The type of bike that you buy will have a significant impact on the frame size that you need. For example, it is possible for a person buying a classic bike to need a 17” frame size, but to need a 14” frame size for an urban bike. Our size charts provide you with a general guide for each bike type to give you an idea of which size to choose.
We know that mistakes can happen and it’s important that your new bike is a perfect fit, so that’s why we offer free 30-day returns on all of our bikes sold online. If your bike isn’t the right size for you just let us know, and we can arrange to collect it from you, charges may apply. See our returns policy for more details.
We determine the bike frame sizes by measuring from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the seat clamp.
Raleigh is one of the world's oldest and best-known bike brands. Established in 1887 in Nottingham, England, we’re still based in our hometown.
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