Handlebars

Does your riding position give you sore wrists, or do you want a different height and width on your motorcycle or ATV? In this category you will find handlebars in various diameters, heights and finishes, from trials bars and Fatbar models to tall raked bars.

What new handlebars change

The handlebars determine a large part of your riding position. Height, width and sweep affect the load on your wrists, shoulders and back, and how easily you can steer the vehicle. A tall bar such as the Burly Brand Dominator Raked Bar or Gorilla Bar typically gives a more upright position, while a lower and flatter bar shifts more weight forward over the front end. In this category you will find handlebars from brands such as Renthal, Burly Brand and Kuryakyn.

How to choose handlebars

• Diameter: 7/8 inch, e.g. Renthal RC 7/8, or a thicker Fatbar. The bar clamps must match the diameter.
• Height: e.g. 10, 12 or 14 inches on the Dominator Raked Bar. Taller bars may require longer cables, brake lines and wiring.
• Width and sweep: depend on your build and on whether you ride on the road or off-road.
• Finish: e.g. black, matte black, chrome, gold or Tanium, so the bars match the look of your project.

If you change your riding position, it can make sense to adjust your footpegs at the same time.

Installation and maintenance

Tighten the clamps to the torque specified by the manufacturer, and turn the bars fully to both sides to check that cables and lines are not stretched or pinched. After a crash, you should check whether the bars have been bent or have cracks at the clamps.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a Fatbar in my current bar clamps?

It depends on the clamps. A Fatbar typically has a thicker centre section than a 7/8-inch bar, so the clamps must fit that exact diameter. Check the dimensions of both bars and clamps before you order.

Do cables and lines need replacing when I fit taller handlebars?

It is often necessary. A 12 or 14-inch raked bar may require a longer throttle cable, clutch cable, brake line and wiring. Measure at full steering lock before you choose your bars.

Are tall handlebars road legal?

It depends on the vehicle, the dimensions of the bars and the applicable rules. Check the requirements for the specific part number and your motorcycle before fitting the bars, and ask your vehicle inspection centre if you are in doubt.