These distances are determined by rider’s dimensions: leg and torso length. So, for comfortable and efficient riding, contact points need to be set to appropriate distances from each other. Seating position is upright, for slow urban riding.
Origin 8 saddle full#
Wheels are small like on a kid’s bicycle, but a full grown man can comfortably sit on this one. Small, folding bicycle has seat post and handlebars lifted high enough, so it provides a seating position similar to one on a much larger bicycle. The significance of contact points is clearly shown in the picture below. Places where rider comes in contact with the bicycle: seat, pedals and handlebar. Things that make riding position are contact points. It sounds simple, and it is, but some small things should be taken into consideration and can make a big difference. Riding position should be such that it is comfortable and enables the rider to pedal efficiently and to easily control (steer) the bicycle. Post about finding optimal sized frame can be read here: Before setting up a seating position, one needs to find a correct size frame. This is post that explains how to tune bicycle riding position so that it is functional and comfortable.
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For a shorter, simpler explanation, more suitable for beginners, read the post: Setting up comfortable riding position. This post gives instructions for setting up a comfortable riding position, i.e. Unless a bicycle frame is by “three sizes” too big/small, it can usually be set to better suit a rider’s comfort.