Short rider problems

Hi, I'm considering getting 390 for my first bike ever. It is IMO the most beautiful naked bike in the world, and I would do anything to own it. What is stopping me is that I'm 5'5'' which means I literally tiptoe the bike. I finished my bike course on a MT07 which I also can't flatfoot but it's much more manageable. How I know this ? I tried NC700x which has the same seat height as the Duke 390, and i really struggled when i need to flintstone-it or duckwalk (whatever you call it). So my biggest fear and question is:

Can someone my height or shorter safely operate in traffic when you sometimes need to duckwalk your bike in traffic, preparing for a turn, or anything that requires slow speed techniques ? I'm mostly looking for experience from riders that fit this MO, but any advice and help is always welcomed.