At 5 feet with an inseam of about 27/28 inches I found this bike perfect for me. I can reach the ground, albeit on tip toes, but enough to feel completely confident, and that was whilst wearing flat Converse trainers! I have test rode one whilst wearing boots that take me up an inch or so and could firmly plant my feet on the ground. I have ridden bikes were I can't but I prefer the confidence of being able to get both feet on the ground at stops. I haven't actually bought one yet but have had two test rides and the bike is awesome! A word of warning though for those interested in buying a screen, one of the test ride bikes had a screen and it caused quite a bad buffering at around 80 mph. I had to back off as it was like a speed wobble. I was amazed by the light weight of the bike and how easy it is to ride. I'm used to lightweight 250 sportbikes! I love it and I shall have one!
Ashley
Barcelona, Spain
Friday, August 24, 2012
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After trying numerous bikes for a comfortable and reachable leg length and hours of salespeople trying to sell me £400 aftermarket shocks/lowering kits that would only reduce the seat height by 35mm, I came across the Bonnie. Oh my god, what an awesome machine. Leg length is ideal. I am 5ft 2in and this is just fine. I must say it look a little while to gain confidence on stopping and holding the weight, but now there's no stopping me. If like me you feel there is not a bike out there for you to feel comfortable on, go get and test ride a Bonnie. Wise up, other manufacturers—there are short-legged women who want power and performance on a machine. Stop making bikes too bloody tall!
Anna
SITTINGBOURNE, SE, United Kingdom
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
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Just came across this and wanted to thank you for featuring the Triumph brand. I've been riding since 1983 (am I really that old?) have had countless bikes and have two Brit babes in the garage - a Rocket III and a Sprint ST. I kinda dig oil changes and such cause the demo I ride is always a Bonnie - what a great scooter! Nothing beats the Triumph for style and performance!
Lisa
Omaha, NE
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
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Just read your write-up and I am a Brit chick riding a 2007 Bonnie (lucky me). I have had the pleasure of riding a courtesy bike whilst my baby was being serviced and I must say I was very impressed with the 2009 model. The handling was so easy and light and still nippy. I am currently considering my next move, whether or not to change. Keep on coming. Love your info.
Ms Les Clarke
Bournemouth, Dorset, England
Monday, December 21, 2009
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