Standover height is the one measurement that decides whether you can stop at a red light and put both feet down. It is also the number most e-bike brands never print. This page collects every published standover figure we can source, for the bikes short riders actually shop.
What standover height should a short rider look for?
Your standover clearance should be at or below your inseam. Measure your inseam in the shoes you ride in, then subtract 1–2 inches for safety margin. A rider with a 27″ inseam needs a standover of roughly 25–26″ or lower to stand flat-footed over the frame. For riders 5’0″–5’5″, inseams typically run 26″–29″, which rules out most e-bikes with a published standover above 27″.
Published standover heights and Fit Scores
Click any column heading to sort. The Fit Score is calculated from the four published measurements below — see the formula.
| Model | Fit Score | Standover | Min rider height | Weight | Price | Wheels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenways CGO800S | 8.4 | 430 mm (16.9″) | 5′1″ | 46 lbs | $1,699 | 700C |
| Lectric XP Lite 2.0 | 9.0 | 22″ | 4′8″ | 49 lbs | $799 | 20″ folding |
| Ride1Up Roadster V3 Low-Step | 8.3 | 23.2″ | 5′2″ | 40 lbs | $1,495 | 700c |
| Lectric XP4 (step-over) | 6.9 | 24″ | 4′10″ | 62 lbs | $999–$1,299 | 20″ folding |
| Aventon Soltera 3 ADV (size S) | 5.9 | 29″ | 5′1″ | 37 lbs | $1,499 | 700c |
| Aventon Soltera 2.5 (size S) | 5.4 | 29–31″ | 5′1″ | 46 lbs | $1,199 | 700c |
| Ride1Up Roadster V3 Medium | 4.6 | 30.5″ | 5′5″ | 40 lbs | $1,495 | 700c |
| Tenways CGO600 Pro (size M) | 4.6 | 805 mm (31.7″) | 5′5″ | 37 lbs | $1,599 | 700C |
| Tenways AGO X (size M) | 2.0 | 839 mm (33″) | 5′11″ | 59 lbs | $1,899 | 29″ |
Sources, in table order: Tenways CGO800S · Lectric XP Lite · Ride1Up Roadster V3 · Lectric XP4 · Aventon Soltera 3 ADV · Aventon Soltera 2.5 · Tenways CGO600 Pro · Tenways AGO X. Prices captured July 20, 2026; several are promotional and change often.
Popular e-bikes that publish no standover figure at all
These bikes are widely recommended to short riders, including by sites that quote a standover number for them. We could not find that number on the manufacturer’s own pages, so we do not print one:
| Model | Fit Score | Standover | Min rider height | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ride1Up Portola | Not scored | Not published | 4’10” | 59 lbs | $945–$995 |
| Aventon Pace 4 Step-Through | Not scored | Not published | 4’11” (size R) | 58.2 lbs | $1,599–$1,799 |
| Vvolt Centauri II | Not scored | Not published | Not published | 53 lbs | $2,399 |
| Tenways WAYFARER | Not scored | Not published | 5’4″ | 63 lbs | $1,699 |
Why this matters more than a size chart. A manufacturer’s “fits 5’1″–5’5″” range is a marketing statement about the whole bike. Standover is a physical measurement of the frame. When the two disagree — and on the Aventon Soltera 2.5 they do, with a 5’1″ minimum rider height against a 29″ standover most 5’1″ riders cannot clear — trust the measurement, not the range.
Match your inseam to a standover number
| Your inseam | Typical height | Standover you need | Bikes above that qualify |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25″–26″ | 5’0″–5’1″ | 24″ or lower | CGO800S, XP Lite 2.0, XP4 |
| 27″–28″ | 5’2″–5’3″ | 26″ or lower | CGO800S, XP Lite 2.0, Roadster V3 Low-Step, XP4 |
| 29″–30″ | 5’4″–5’5″ | 28″ or lower | All four above, plus the Soltera models become borderline |
Inseam-to-height correspondence is approximate — inseam varies widely at any given height, which is exactly why you should measure rather than assume. How to measure your inseam correctly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Fit Score in this table?
The Fit Score is calculated, not assigned. It combines four published measurements into a score out of 10: standover height (up to 40 points), the manufacturer’s stated minimum rider height (25), weight (25) and brake type (10). Bikes whose manufacturer publishes no standover figure get no score at all. The full formula is on our review methodology page, so you can check the arithmetic yourself.
What is the lowest standover e-bike you can buy in 2026?
Of the bikes we have verified against manufacturer specifications, the Tenways CGO800S has the lowest published standover at 430 mm (16.9″). The Lectric XP Lite 2.0 is second at 22″, and it is the cheapest of the low-standover options at $799.
Is standover height the same as minimum seat height?
No. Standover is the height of the frame’s top tube where you straddle it; minimum seat height is how low the saddle can be adjusted. Both matter, but they fail in different ways: too much standover means you cannot straddle the bike safely at a stop, while too much seat height means you cannot reach the pedals properly. Almost no manufacturer publishes minimum seat height, which is why this database tracks standover.
Do step-through frames always have a low standover?
No. “Step-through” is a marketing term with no measurement behind it. The Aventon Soltera 2.5 is sold in a low-slung frame with a 29–31″ standover, while the Tenways CGO800S is not marketed as a step-through at all yet publishes 16.9″. Always compare the number, not the label.
Why don’t manufacturers publish standover height?
Most publish a rider height range instead, which is easier to make generous. Of the thirteen models we checked across five brands in July 2026, eight published a standover figure and five did not. Ride1Up, Aventon and Tenways all publish it for some models in their range but not others.
Can I lower the standover on a bike I already own?
No — standover is fixed by frame geometry. You can lower the saddle, shorten the reach with a different stem, and fit shorter crank arms, but the top tube stays where it is. If standover is your problem, the only fix is a different frame. See our e-bike fit adjustment guide for what can actually be changed.
How we compiled this database
We do not ride these bikes. Every number on this page was read off the manufacturer’s own product page or specification sheet in July 2026, and the source is linked in the row above. Where a manufacturer’s product page and FAQ disagree — this happens on the Tenways CGO600 Pro, where torque is listed as both 45 Nm and 40 Nm — we use the specification page and say so. Where nothing is published, the cell reads “Not published” and stays that way until the manufacturer publishes it. Full methodology.
