Seat height

ziggyboy · Dec 14, 2017

Hi guys , Thank for letting me join ,

Can someone confirm the seat height on a 2015 Hyper and also a 2017 939 hyper

so many different answers on internet and im a short arse lol

novaryan · Dec 14, 2017

You should ride one. Im 5 7 and can handle the bike so much better than my last bike. Which was a touring bike. The saddle was also much thinner which helps. It isn't all a number.

bayotte · Dec 14, 2017

I agree. I'm 5 9 and I don't even think about the height anymore. Most bikes just seem super short in comparison now.

Hyp Noob · Dec 14, 2017

Most reviews quote something just over 33 inches. Maybe 33.2 or 33.5 "
Not positive.

I'm only 5'6" and get along fine on my Hyper Strada. Remember, the HyperMotard is a lot taller.

I'm used to Dirt and Dual Sport bikes so to me, the Hyperstrada is quite low.
It's also narrow, which makes getting feet down easier. Also, a big plus is how light and well balanced the bike is.

Paddling it backwards and even on off camber ground, it's not bad at all for this short guy.

Of course that said, my KTM Duke 690 is at least an inch lower, like 32" or so ... and 70 lbs. lighter than Hyperstrada. But the Hyperstrada is the better bike to ride ... in every way. (IMO)

Demetrio · Dec 15, 2017

I have a 2016 hyperstrada , I,m 5.7 I can not flat foot but no problem handling the bike. Hypermotard to tall and the SP model , forget it.

bayotte · Dec 15, 2017

Forgot to mention, I'm on the standard hypermotard, not the strada. Again, I have no issues with the height.

ziggyboy · Dec 15, 2017

thanks for all the advice guys , I think im gonna get it , can't wait

ziggyboy · Dec 16, 2017

Hyp Noob said:
Most reviews quote something just over 33 inches. Maybe 33.2 or 33.5 "
Not positive.

I'm only 5'6" and get along fine on my Hyper Strada. Remember, the HyperMotard is a lot taller.

I'm used to Dirt and Dual Sport bikes so to me, the Hyperstrada is quite low.
It's also narrow, which makes getting feet down easier. Also, a big plus is how light and well balanced the bike is.

Paddling it backwards and even on off camber ground, it's not bad at all for this short guy.

Of course that said, my KTM Duke 690 is at least an inch lower, like 32" or so ... and 70 lbs. lighter than Hyperstrada. But the Hyperstrada is the better bike to ride ... in every way. (IMO)

whats your inside leg length mate , Im 5ft 9 but short inside leg at 28"

Tricky NZ · Dec 18, 2017

I'm 5'6" & quite comfortable on my 2016 939 strada. I brought the bike in NZ as a 2nd hand Japanese import.
I've just realized it has performance embossed into that seat where it transitions to the pillion seat. Would this be the standard seat?

kuksul08 · Dec 18, 2017

Hyper is kinda funny. It's got an insane seat height on the SP (over 35 inches) but also is kinda small and looks funny with a big person on it like myself.

novaryan · Dec 19, 2017

The bike does feel very small when you first get on it. That goes away fast but you know you wont be taking it for any multi hour freeway bombs.

zippy49 · Dec 20, 2017

I'm 6 foot tall and the Strada fits me perfectly. Can flat foot it no problem. I've got the stock seat plus one from a regular Hyper; the latter has less "dish" and puts my butt more forward. I like it for canyons, and the stocker for touring.

I've done a few multi-hour freeway blasts, and my only complaint is the buckboard ride from sections where the concrete has sagged. The "freeway hop" can be pretty bad at over 70 mph.

Compared to the bigger bikes I've had - a Concours, Triumph Trophy 3, and a couple of Harley big twins - the Strada is almost as comfortable with considerably better performance in the canyons. Which is where I do most of my riding these days.

However, I don't expect locals to come up and talk to me on the Ducati. That happened a lot when we rode our E-glide to Daytona. Got a few tips for good eats!

ripyowrist · Dec 22, 2017

kuksul08 said:
Hyper is kinda funny. It's got an insane seat height on the SP (over 35 inches) but also is kinda small and looks funny with a big person on it like myself.

This. The clearance is purely for suspension travel and lean angle. Today I was riding and my legs were getting a little cramped so I stood on the pegs for a minute and sat down on the passenger seat section haha. I could still easily reach all the controls. I can put my feet down pretty comfortably at stops but idk if it's truly flat on both feet? I usually only rest one foot down at a stop. I'm ~6'1" with 32 inch inseam. That said I think the time you spend at stops is no big deal compared to how well it will fit a shorter person once you're moving. I've read about several shorter people who are delighted with the ergonomics but still have to kind of side hop at stops. But once you're going my guess is the 5'7"-5'9" crowd fit like a glove. Besides, Italian racers are all small and wiry anyways, right?

MartyGarrison · Dec 23, 2017

I'm 5'8 with a 29" inseam. I've upgraded the suspension on the Strada and I believe it sits around 34.5+ now. I'm have to ride with boots and even then I'm on my toes. When riding however the bike really fits me well. Seems like it would cramped for a taller rider.

zippy49 · Dec 23, 2017

ripyowrist said:
This. The clearance is purely for suspension travel and lean angle. Today I was riding and my legs were getting a little cramped so I stood on the pegs for a minute and sat down on the passenger seat section haha. I could still easily reach all the controls. I can put my feet down pretty comfortably at stops but idk if it's truly flat on both feet? I usually only rest one foot down at a stop. I'm ~6'1" with 32 inch inseam. That said I think the time you spend at stops is no big deal compared to how well it will fit a shorter person once you're moving. I've read about several shorter people who are delighted with the ergonomics but still have to kind of side hop at stops. But once you're going my guess is the 5'7"-5'9" crowd fit like a glove. Besides, Italian racers are all small and wiry anyways, right?

Don't think so....there's a certain GP racer from Urbino who is almost 6' tall... you might have heard of him, he wears #46.

My SV650 has a lot less legroom than the Strada, by a couple of inches. I made some rearset plates to move them down and back a bit but it's still tight. My inseam is 34" BTW.

Shorter riders could opt for a "Low" model 821 in certain years. But I can drag the pegs already.

And if you think the Hyper is small, you should try a 390 Duke...ours is like riding a rabid pit bull.

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