Bikes for Short Women

Bikes for Short Women

I'm dying to buy a Harley and leaning towards an 883 Sportster. Then one I'm looking at is a 2007 custom bike. Was wondering how much it could b lowered. I've sat on the new Sportster low and it would need to b lowered as well. What's the difference in size from the 2007 and 2011? I'm only 4' 11 so it has been quite the deal trying to find the perfect fit.

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Aug 07, 2011

Fat Boy!!!
by: Crissy

I agree with Sassy, I had a 1200 Custom Sporty. Hated it. Never really cared for the look of the 883, figured I could get a Scooter at half the price, if I wanted that look. I am 5'3", have 1998 Fat Boy with a lowering kit. LUV it!!! Feels way better than the sporty, been puttin lots of miles on now. Before I did not ride much cuz' I wasn't comfortable. I thing the Heritage Classic is also the same frame, so depending on what features you want on the bike (Solid Rims vs. not, Big Bags vs. Little, etc...) will depend on what you could go with. But I have NO doubts, one of these softails would be comfortable for you. Good Luck :)

Jul 15, 2011

Try These
by: sassy2731

Have you tried the HD Fatboy, Deluxe, or Heritage? If not you may want to. I'm 5'2" and my fatboy was lowered for me and I sit flat footed with my knees bent and very comfortable. These 3 bikes all have the same frame so all can be lowered just the same. My fatboy has a lower center of gravity and is much easier to ride than the 883 Sportster. These 3 styles are good bikes for women because of the ability to be lowered and made to fit short people in general.

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