Yamaha DT125 - Seat height question

Casshan · Derestricted Danger Joined: 12 Jul 2006 Karma :

Heya, i'm currently riding a Suzuki TS50x. I'm hoping to buy a Yamaha DT125 on my 17th, but the height of the seat is a concern; 91.5 cm.
I'm 5'8", and i'm comfortable on my suzuki (which people tell me is a pretty high ride).. basicly the question is will i be able to ride the DT? If not, can the seat be adjusted?

Also, how is seat height measured? Is it from the ground to the lowest point on the seat? Or half way between the highest and lowest points? If i could measure my current bike i could get an idea of the comparison.

Thank you. =)

Jebus · Brolly Dolly Joined: 10 Jul 2004 Karma :

i am a bit of a short arse and weigh about 11 stone and short legs 29" inside leg and i can get both my toes to touch the floor and can hold the bike upright no problem
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Type_Mo · World Chat Champion Joined: 30 Jun 2004 Karma :

im about 5'8 with short legs and i ride a DT. Its got good suspension which compresses as soon as you get on it.
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Casshan · Derestricted Danger Joined: 12 Jul 2006 Karma :

Alright thanks guys, I feel much more optimistic now. =)
My inside leg is 32 inches.

hazza · World Chat Champion Joined: 28 Sep 2005 Karma :

im only 5foot 5 and i was fine ridiny one, andthis was about a year or so ago, if you can ghet one foot down you will be fine
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