Handle bar question

[Scorpio1963]

Im thinking of getting a set of motocross style for my bike,also can we adapt 1 inch bars to out 3/4inch.Last but not least any remarks about how they feel with our bikes?
Sincerely AARON

 

[16VGTIDave]

Don't know what size bars you currently have, but I'd guess 7/8". If you switch to a 1" bar, you will have to change the bar risers and all the controls. That could get expensive quickly. Better to stick with 7/8" bars, there are plenty to choose from.

 

[Bizzy13]

Oh yea, stay at 7/8". No need to change diameter, just the rise and pullback as to fit your comfort

 

[willem]

yea I have sort of those style bars

looks like these

Feels good, little bit more leaned forward but very much in control. Although I have to admit I haven't had any other bars on my XS. They're a little bit less nice for long rides I'm guessing, but still lots better than clipons or a straight bar.

And i'm assuming mine are 7/8" since the controls and risers are stock

 

[Scorpio1963]

Yeah my bars are 7/8 It seems like alot of trouble to switch over to 1 inch.Thats too bad cause my neighbor gave me soo cool grips off his bike.Also for my handle bar choise I think I seen some somewhere some motocross style bars that arent straight the are angled back to where I can sit straight up.Leaning forward is not an option with my back being screwed up.

 

[MechNewb]

If your back is a problem then motocross bars are not gonna help. They will lean you over farther and stretch your hands forward too.

 

[Scorpio1963]

Shoot then I`ll have to find another alternitive

 

[xschris]

A car might be better for your back than a bike

 

[Scorpio1963]

My back is fine with the stock bars I dont like how they feel or look.They arent wide enough and the angle the grips are at kills my wrist.I tryed adjusting them its helps some what.I think I have something picked out to my liking.

 

[Rambo814]

Scorpio, There are lots of different bends to choose from. They are usually named after the big name riders or the stock style bike that the configuration comes on. Here is a chart from the bars that I am going to get, ProTaper SE.