What Is a Seat Height

The distance from the center of the pedal axle to the top of your saddle is your seat height. … When measuring the seat height, you have to make sure that the crank arm is pointed down and in line with the seat tube. Then you measure from the centre of the pedal axle to the top of your saddle.

What is meant by seat height?

Seat height is the measurement (usually in millimeters or inches) from the lowest point of a motorcycle’s saddle to the ground, with the bike positioned upright (ie, not on its side stand or center stand.)

Does saddle height matter?

Getting your saddle height is important because you need to be comfortable when you ride, as this will enable you to ride longer and to push harder. “Getting the height right will also prevent injury – compression injuries from having it too low and over-stretching issues from having it too high.