Women's bike This bicycle can be of any type, the difference is the shape of the frame, handlebars, and the seat are designed to follow the shape of a woman's body. For example, the top tube is shorter than a regular bicycle, so the distance from the seat to the handlebars is shorter. The bias is also that the shifter is made shorter to make it more comfortable for women. (See the example below for a comparison of the same brand and type as the bike picture above)