If your your height is 183 to 191 cm (about 6 ft 0 in to 6 ft 3 in), go with a 58 to 60 cm frame (XL). Road bikes use centimetre frame sizes and fit more precisely than mountain bikes. The right size lets you reach the bars comfortably without straining your back or knees.
| Your height | Recommended size |
|---|---|
| 148 to 152 cm (about 4 ft 10 in to 5 ft 0 in) | 47 to 48 cm frame (XXS) |
| 152 to 160 cm (about 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in) | 49 to 50 cm frame (XS) |
| 160 to 168 cm (about 5 ft 3 in to 5 ft 6 in) | 51 to 53 cm frame (S) |
| 168 to 175 cm (about 5 ft 6 in to 5 ft 9 in) | 54 to 55 cm frame (M) |
| 175 to 183 cm (about 5 ft 9 in to 6 ft 0 in) | 56 to 58 cm frame (L) |
| 183 to 191 cm (about 6 ft 0 in to 6 ft 3 in) | 58 to 60 cm frame (XL) |
| 191 cm and up (about 6 ft 3 in and up) | 61 to 63 cm frame (XXL) |
| under 148 cm (about 4 ft 10 in) | 44 to 46 cm frame or junior road bike Consider 650c wheels. |
| Flexible / racy position | You can ride a slightly smaller, lower frame. |
| Endurance / comfort fit | Size up slightly for a taller head tube and upright back. |
| Brand geometry varies | Always compare the stack and reach numbers, not just the label. |