Suitable Bike Sizes - ***Advise Needed ***

[omri]

I'm 1.88m tall about 100kg.

 

I'm currently looking at buying a duel suspension bike. The problem is that the bike I'm interested in is a XL (25"). A decent Scott and I will only be doing some casual xc riding.

 

My questions are:

1. What is the actual size that is suitable for my length?

2. What problem do I face if I decide to buy the XL bike ?

 

Thanks guys.

 

 

[rad006]

I would think a Large is the right size... sometimes the XL is more comfortable though... you might just need a shorter stem

[Racingsnail]

Omri, your length should not influence your bike size...if you think your length may be an issue be wary of white cycling shorts!

[omri]

Thanks - would I not experience any difficulty with handling or any discomfort on a long outride ?? 

[PET3RS]

This should help answer question 1:

 

 

 

http://scottusa.com/us_en/support/bike/size_chart

 

 

 

 

[FowlStArt]

Large would b great 4u bud, Im 1.91 and ride a Large. If the frame is 2big for u then u will not b able 2 handle the bike as easily

[Tankman]

i am no mtb fundi but i have heard some guys would rather have the frame a size smaller than a size too big cause it handles easier that way

[AndreZA]

Okay, is the "L" 19, 20 or 21"? I've measured my upperbody, crotch to collarbone, in relation to my road bike's top tube and it works out that I need to time my upperbody's length with 0.81. But that is for road bike. For MTB, I just add 30-50mm (using a standard 100mm stem) depending if I want a more racing or relaxing setup.

[omri]

I haven't been riding for about 3 to 4 years and took the bike for a test ride yesterday. I'm not sure what to expect from the bike so I cannot tell if it shout be comfortable or uncomfortable ??

 

the bike felt great and was very responsive.

 

I'm soooo confused ....

 

[omri]

 

This should help answer question 1:

 

 

 

http://scottusa.com/us_en/support/bike/size_chart

 

 

 

 

Thanks a million - This chart shows I should be riding a XL . . . sounds good. Full susser, here I come !!!