Pashley’s cycles come in a variety of frame sizes. The frame size (1) is the distance between the centrepoint of the cycle's bottom bracket (where the pedal arms extend from) and the top of the frame's seat tube (where the seatpost enters the frame).

Frame Sizes

Frame sizes are shown in bold red in the tables below, followed by the corresponding inside leg length range. Leg length should be measured from the sole of your foot to the inner top of your thigh (in inches) - please note that this is a different measurement to your trouser inside leg length.

If your inside leg length falls in-between two frame sizes and you are unsure which size is best for you, please feel free to call us on +44(0)1789 292 263 (Mon-Fri, 9-5pm) and we would be happy to advise you.

Frame Size:	19"	20"	20.5"	21.5"	22.5"	23"	24.5"
Roadster	-	-	30-34.5"	-	32-36.5"	-	34-38.5"
Speed 5	-	-	29-33.5"	-	31-35.5"	-	33-37.5"
Guv'nor, Briton & Kingsman	-	27-31"	29-33.5"	-	31-35.5"	-	33-37.5"
Countryman	-	27-32"	-	28.5-33.5"	-	30-35"	31.5-36.5"
Parabike & Tuberider	28-34"	-	-	-	-	-	-

Frame Size:	S	M	L
Pashley-Morgan & Prospero	28 - 34"	30 - 36"	32 - 38"

Frame Size:	48cm	50cm	53cm	56cm	59cm
Pathfinder	-	29 - 32"	30.5 - 33"	31.5 - 34"	32.5 - 35"
Roadfinder	28 - 31"	29 - 32"	30.5 - 33"	31.5 - 34"	32.5 - 35"

Stand-over Heights

Frame sizes are shown below, followed by stand-over heights for our diamond frame bicycles. Please note that the Guv'nor, Briton, Roadster, and Speed 5 are built to a traditional pattern with a higher than average top-tube ("stand-over") and bottom bracket height. If your inside leg is at the lower end of a frame-size range for these bicycles, you may need to support yourself on tip-toe when stopping on your bicycle.

	19"	20"	20.5"	21.5"	22.5"	23"	24.5"
Roadster	-	-	31.5"	-	33.5"	-	35.5" DTT
Speed 5	-	-	31.5"	-	33.5"	-	35.5" DTT
Guv'nor, Briton & Kingsman	-	29.5"	31.5"	-	33.5"	-	35.5" DTT
Countryman	-	30"	-	31"	-	32"	33"
Parabike & Tuberider	30.5"	-	-	-	-	-	-

	S	M	L
Pashley-Morgan	30"	31.5"	33"

	48cm	50cm	53cm	56cm	59cm
Pathfinder	-	30"	31"	32"	33"
Roadfinder	29"	29.5"	31"	32"	33"

Saddle and Handlebar Position

All models have easy seat height adjustment, with some fore and aft movement and angle adjustment for fine tuning your riding position. The saddle should ideally sit level or be slightly tilted downwards and the height should be set so that, with the pedal at its lowest position and the ball of your foot (in normal shoes) on the pedal, your leg is very slightly bent. If you then place your heel on the pedal, your leg should be straight.

On step-over frame models (e.g. the Princess) you should be able to ‘put a foot down’ when you stop, whilst on most leg-over frame models (e.g. the Roadster) you will typically need to stop on tip-toe or slip off the saddle when you come to a halt.

Your cycle’s handlebar can be raised and lowered, and also canted to give the most comfortable riding position. If a shorter reach is required, the handlebar stem can be reversed bringing the handlebar much closer to the rider. 
 

Load Capacity

Due to variations in riding styles and cycle usage patterns, any stated bicycle weight limit is somewhat subjective. However, we are legally obliged to provide weight limits for our cycles; please find these in the table below:

Cycle	Max Load (rider+luggage) in KG	Max Load (rider+luggage) in lbs
Princess/Britannia/Poppy	110 kg	240 lbs
Roadster	120 kg	265 lbs
Guv'nor/Speed 5/Briton/Kingsman	120 kg	265 lbs
Penny	110 kg	240 lbs
Parabike/Tube Rider	120 kg	265 lbs
Aurora/Countryman	120 kg	265 lbs
Pathfinder/Roadfinder	120 kg	265 lbs
Pashley-Morgan	120 kg	265 lbs

 

Tricycle	Max Load (rider+luggage) in KG	Max Load (rider+luggage) in lbs
Picador	110kg + 25kg luggage	220lb + 55lb luggage
Tri 1	110kg + 25kg luggage	220lb + 55lb luggage
Robin (child's tricycle)	30 kg	66 lb

 

Pashley Cycles are built to very high standards and as well as being elegant in their design, they are also extremely robust, and are rigorously stress tested. It is important to be aware that heavy riders and those who frequently carry heavy loads will place more stress on their bicycle and on its components; these riders should ensure that their bicycle is serviced at frequent intervals. Cyclists who have a good riding style and ‘ride light’ tend to place less stress on their bicycle frames and components; all cyclists are encouraged to learn these skills, not only to enhance bicycle durability and reliability, but also to improve efficiency.

Ultimately, all cycles – regardless of the load they carry – should be checked and serviced regularly.