Another new rider question

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Yeah, a Royal Enfield is another classically styled bike that won't break the bank. Sitting on them is a very good idea, and will quickly give you an idea of whether or not your dream bike would be a good fit before you get too attached to the idea. You mention being short but strong. Me too, at least in the leg department, with a 29" inseam. The CB1100 is a slightly wider bike through the seat area. I can flat-foot my Bonneville, which makes for easy handling while stopped. I'm not quite able to do the same with the CB, and it's a little top-heavy, but, when it leans I've got a lot of leg strength to hold it up.

At 5' 8" with short legs, overall I find the ergonomics of both bikes comfortable.