Get the right fit in minutes. This guide covers Nishiki mountain bikes, road bikes, hybrids, electric bikes, and kids bikes. You will learn how to measure height and inseam, read size charts, and fine-tune reach and saddle height. Use the internal links to compare models and check availability.
Note: sizing can vary by model year and geometry. Confirm details on the product page before you buy.
How to measure
Height
- Stand straight against a wall without shoes.
- Record total height.
Inseam
- Stand with feet 6–8 inches apart.
- Place a book snug to the crotch.
- Measure floor to book top. Record in cm and inches.
Quick fit rules
- Standover clearance: Road 1–2 cm. Hybrid 2–5 cm. Mountain 5–10 cm.
- Saddle height: inseam × 0.883 is a good road starting point.
- Reach: hands fall naturally on grips or hoods without locked elbows.
Quick size finder
|
Rider height |
MTB frame (in) |
Road frame (cm) |
Hybrid frame (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
4’10”–5’2” (147–157) |
13–15 |
47–49 |
13–15 |
|
5’2”–5’6” (157–168) |
15–17 |
49–52 |
15–17 |
|
5’6”–5’10” (168–178) |
17–19 |
52–54 |
17–19 |
|
5’10”–6’1” (178–185) |
19–21 |
54–56 |
19–21 |
|
6’1”–6’4” (185–193) |
21–23 |
56–58 |
21–23 |
|
6’4”+ (193+) |
23+ |
58–61 |
23+ |
Use this to pick a starting size. Fine-tune with the checks below.
Nishiki Mountain Bike size chart
Good for: trails, paths, gravel. Popular models include Pueblo, Manitoba, Colorado.
|
Height |
Frame label |
Seat tube (in) |
Wheel size guide |
|---|---|---|---|
|
4’10”–5’2” |
XS |
13–15 |
26″ or 27.5″ S |
|
5’2”–5’6” |
S |
15–17 |
27.5″ |
|
5’6”–5’10” |
M |
17–19 |
27.5″ or 29″ |
|
5’10”–6’1” |
L |
19–21 |
29″ |
|
6’1”–6’4”+ |
XL |
21–23 |
29″ |
- Larger wheels smooth rough ground. 29″ rolls fastest. 27.5″ is more agile.
- Check brake type and gearing for your terrain.
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Nishiki Road Bike size chart
Good for: fitness, commuting, endurance. Popular model: Manitoba.
|
Height |
Frame label |
Top tube approx |
Frame (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
5’1”–5’4” |
XS |
50–52 |
47–49 |
|
5’4”–5’7” |
S |
52–53 |
49–52 |
|
5’7”–5’10” |
M |
54–55 |
52–54 |
|
5’10”–6’1” |
L |
56–57 |
54–56 |
|
6’1”–6’4” |
XL |
58–59 |
56–58 |
- 700c wheels roll fast on pavement.
- Start with the chart, then adjust stem and saddle for comfort.
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Nishiki Hybrid Bike size chart
Good for: city, fitness, weekend rides. Men’s and women’s frames available.
|
Height |
Frame label |
Frame (in) |
Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
4’10”–5’2” |
XS |
13–15 |
Step-through fits shorter riders |
|
5’2”–5’6” |
S |
15–17 |
Upright posture |
|
5’6”–5’10” |
M |
17–19 |
Most riders |
|
5’10”–6’1” |
L |
19–21 |
Longer reach |
|
6’1”–6’4”+ |
XL |
21–23 |
Tall riders |
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Nishiki Electric Bike sizing
Most Nishiki e-bikes use hybrid geometry. Use the Hybrid chart above.
- Step-through frames help with stop-and-go city riding.
- Disc brakes are common due to added weight.
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Men’s vs Women’s fit
Men’s bikes
- Longer top tubes and wider bars suit longer reach.
- Choose frame by height and inseam first, then tune cockpit.
Women’s bikes
- Shorter reach, narrower bars, and women’s saddles improve comfort.
- Step-through frames help in urban settings and with frequent stops.
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Kids sizing by wheel
Pick kids bikes by inseam and wheel size, not age alone.
|
Inseam |
Typical age |
Wheel size |
|---|---|---|
|
14–18″ (36–46 cm) |
4–6 |
16″ |
|
18–22″ (46–56 cm) |
6–8 |
20″ |
|
22–26″ (56–66 cm) |
8–12 |
24″ |
- Add easy-reach brakes and low standover for safety.
- Shift to gears when hills or longer rides begin.
See Pueblo kids options in Nishiki Kids Bikes.
2-minute fit check
- Standover: clear the top tube as above.
- Saddle height: leg almost straight at bottom of stroke. No hip rock.
- Reach: light bend in elbows; can reach brakes without strain.
- Knee tracking: over the ball of the foot at crank level.
- Handlebar height: road lower for speed, hybrid higher for comfort, MTB balanced.
Fine-tune your fit
- Stem length: shorter for upright comfort, longer for stability.
- Spacers: raise or lower bar stack as needed.
- Saddle tilt: level to slight nose down for comfort.
- Grips and saddle: upgrade for hand and seat comfort.
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What about model names
- Pueblo: beginner mountain.
- Manitoba: road and fitness.
- Colorado: trail-ready mountain.
Use the charts above, then confirm geometry on the model page.