Hello, I just received my Kona Sutra SE2024. I am wondering if this is the correct size for me. I am 174cm tall and this puts me between frame size 52 and 54, this is the 54 (it was the very last one and was offered at a discount).
If I stand over the top tube, it just barely touches my crouch but I can still stand comfortably that way. Overall the bike feels fine; I don't feel stretched out when sitting in it.
What got me doubting is that in order to set the saddle height correctly, the seat post is so low that the markings on it disappear into the frame for about 1 or 2 cm. Maybe this is a sign that the frame is too large.
Unfortunately there is no possibility to try frame size 52 at this dealer as this was the very last of this bike.
I would like to hear feedback on how this bike fits be judging from the eye, and whether it seems correct or too large.
by wadajoker
4 Comments
The size in length of the seattube length can be missleading. Reach and stack is also important.
And with sizing not only your overal hight but also torso to arms and legs length ratio is to consider.
The frame looks not too large for me. Standover top tube is a good indicator. Saddle tube normaly have marks for a MINIMAL insertation length so I ask myself which mark you are refering to.
Bodyposition is also personal preference but for me, your position looks to upright for a bike like this.
First I would try to lower the bar with take away spacers from under the stem (and place them over the stem till you found your final position). At the end you have to be comfortable. Maybe as a beginner you start like you are and lower the bar step by step to get used to it. You can also play with different stem lengths to change the body position.
Edit: Clarification concerning frame is too large question.
https://preview.redd.it/zvb9lpx44z9e1.jpeg?width=1000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=77b211c241a663afa9c7c7e19049ec766a677d2b
Looks fine to me. I would just rotate the bars down a bit though
Looks good
nice bike! personally, i like to see the drive side in bike pics