Royal Dutch Gazelle
Advice

Finding your Frame Size

Finding the right frame size ensures a more natural and enjoyable cycling experience. The frame size is the height of the bike centimeters. It is a measurement of the vertical tube of your frame. Which size you need depends on a variety of factors including your inseam, frame type, and sitting position.

Using the bike frame size chart below, you can calculate your frame size based on your height.

Bike frame size indication

Bike frame size (cm)

  • 4'9"-5'4"/1.55m-1.65m40
  • 5'0"-5'6"/1.60m-1.70m45 or 46
  • 5'6"-5'10"/1.65m-1.78m50 or 55
  • 5'10-6'3"/1.73m - 1.85m55 or 57

Frame size

  • 4'9"-5'4"/1.55m-1.65mXS
  • 5'0"-5'6"/1.60m-1.70mS
  • 5'6"-5'10"/1.65m-1.78mM
  • 5'10-6'3"/1.73m - 1.85mL
Bike frame size (cm)
Frame size
4'9"-5'4"/1.55m-1.65m
40
XS
5'0"-5'6"/1.60m-1.70m
45 or 46
S
5'6"-5'10"/1.65m-1.78m
50 or 55
M
5'10-6'3"/1.73m - 1.85m
55 or 57
L

Frequently asked questions

We have different frames available in different sizes. For example: Gazelle Medeo is available in 40, 45, 50, and 55 while the Gazelle Ultimate is available in 46, 53, and 57. A bike frame size at Gazelle is always shown in centimeters and is the distance between: the top of the seat tube and the center of the bottom bracket.

Because we use different frames for our bikes, you may receive multiple frame sizes as advice. Especially if you have an average body height, almost every bike is available in a suitable frame size.

In addition, your ideal frame size depends on a number of factors: type of bike (e.g. e-bike or bicycle), your inseam, sitting position and whether you want a suspension saddle. Personal preference is also important. We always advise to go test drive so that you can experience the differences in frame sizes for yourself.

You can calculate the frame size of your bike yourself by measuring your inseam. But how do you do this?

  1. Grab a tape measure

  2. Take off your shoes and socks and place your feet 20 centimeters (8 inches) apart

  3. Measure (or have measured) the distance from your groin to the ground

  4. Multiply the distance by 0.68: this is your ideal frame size

Do you want a bike with a suspension seat post? Then calculate: frame size minus 4.

The frame size of your Gazelle bike can be found on the sticker near your bottom bracket, above the lock or on the tube under the saddle.

Still not sure?

Stop by one of our bike shops and speak with an expert for more guidance. Our specialists are happy to help you determine your ideal bike frame size.

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