This article has been freshly updated as part of our 'New to Riding' week, running from March 10 to March 17, with a special focus on tips, tricks and inspiration for new riders.
It’s likely you’ll need to make a few adjustments on a new bike so that it fits you well. Being one of three contact points, the height of your handlebars can make a big difference to comfort, how the bike feels to ride and, consequently, how confident you are. You can have a professional bike fit or you can make some adjustments yourself with a DIY bike fit.
