As a 5'3" woman I handle my speedmaster just fine. I had bought an 883 sportster and my girlfriend wanted to learn. We took the class, passed. She was into Triumphs. I decided to suprise her and I got her a speedmaster. It took me all of 3 rides to change me. I went out and bought 1 and sold my harley.
I will say I shaved my seat down and now I'm flat footed.
You will not regret a Triumph.
I am thinking of a new addition, the Thruxton.
BEST THING I EVER DID!!!!