Harley-Davidson Sportster S: seat height & fit
Can you flat-foot the Harley-Davidson Sportster S? Its 29.6" (75 cm) seat height is only half the story — here's the inseam you actually need once sag, seat width and boots are accounted for.
| Seat height (unladen) | 29.6" / 75 cm |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 503 lb / 228 kg |
| Style | cruiser |
| Seat width | narrow |
| Inseam to flat-foot | ~27.5" |
| Inseam for balls of feet | ~26.5" |
| Lowering options | Limited |
| Approx. MSRP | $16,399 |
Fit by inseam
What you can expect on the Harley-Davidson Sportster S at a range of inseams, wearing riding boots:
| Inseam | Fit verdict |
|---|---|
| 28" | Both feet flat |
| 29" | Both feet flat |
| 30" | Both feet flat |
| 31" | Both feet flat |
| 32" | Both feet flat |
| 33" | Both feet flat |
Frequently asked
- What is the seat height of the Harley-Davidson Sportster S?
- The Harley-Davidson Sportster S has a published unladen seat height of 29.6 inches (75 cm). Under your weight the suspension sags roughly 1.2 inch, so the effective height you reach is a little lower.
- Can short riders flat-foot the Harley-Davidson Sportster S?
- You can plant both feet flat on the Harley-Davidson Sportster S from roughly a 27.5-inch inseam, and get the balls of both feet down from about 26.5 inches (in riding boots). Below that you're on tiptoes.
- Can the Harley-Davidson Sportster S be lowered?
- Aftermarket lowering options for the Harley-Davidson Sportster S are limited. A shaved or lower-profile seat is usually the most reliable way to reduce reach.
Lowering & gear for the Harley-Davidson Sportster S
- Harley-Davidson Sportster S lowering kit
- Harley-Davidson Sportster S lower seat
- Harley-Davidson Sportster S gear & parts
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