Men’s and women’s bicycles: what are the differences?

Many bicycles are available in a women’s or men’s version. At first glance, it is clear that especially the frames are different in shape. On a women’s bicycle you will not see a horizontal bar between the saddle and the handlebars. A men’s bike does have such an adapter. You see more and more that men also opt for a women’s bicycle, because the low step-through is appreciated.

There are more differences between men’s bikes and women’s bikes than just the frame. You can read which these are in this blog.

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How wide a handlebar is made depends on the user of the bicycle. Women generally have narrower shoulders than men. This is also the reason that the handlebars of bicycles for women are narrower than those of a men’s bicycle.

In addition, men often have larger hands than women. That is why the diameter of the handles and the position where the handbrakes and gear levers are also different from the women’s bicycles.

Wider or narrower saddle

Another important difference is the saddle. Women generally have wider hips than men. The sit bones are therefore further apart. The saddles you see on women’s bikes are usually a bit wider at the back, have a shorter point and are generally softer.

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Shorter or longer frame

The distance between the saddle and the handlebars is shorter on a women’s bicycle than on a men’s bicycle. This is because women often have a shorter upper body with shorter arms than men. In general, there is a difference of 3 centimeters.

Favorite men’s bike

Where we have mainly highlighted electric bicycles in previous articles, it is now time to share our favorite men’s bicycle without pedal assistance with you. Our favorite men’s bicycle is the Cortina U4 Transport RN3 2023. This men’s bicycle falls under the category of transport bicycles. With a handy front rack and a sturdy luggage carrier, you can easily take all your luggage with you to work, for example.

You brake with the Cortina U4 using the coaster brake. There are 3 different gears, from the well-known Shimano Nexus brand. This transport bike is seen as a practical and maintenance-friendly transport bike.

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Favorite ladies bike

Our #1 favorite bicycle for the ladies, this time without pedal assistance: the Gazelle Miss Grace T7 2023. This hip bicycle falls under the transport bicycle category. Among other things, a handy front carrier has been thought of to take your luggage with you wherever you go. It is possible to expand this Gazelle with a luggage carrier.

You don’t have to be afraid if you kick hard. This transport bike has 7 gears. Another advantage is the closed chain guard. This prevents dirt from getting into your chain. This Miss Grace therefore requires less maintenance.

Want to know more about this #1 for women from the famous Gazelle brand?