New bars....what bend is popular?

[Glamis400ex]

Hey,

I'm looking to get some Pro Tapers 1-1/8 or some Fatbars. I have a set of Renthals with the crossbar. But, I'm not sure what bend it is since it was already on the quad when I bought it 5 years ago.

What are some of the more popular bends that everyone's running? I see alot od CR-low, Cr-hi, Cr-mid, ATV Low, Atv mid etc.... I'm planning on adding a +1 stem this year also so I don't want TOO hi of a bend. I know you can go crazy with all the different bends but I'm curious what maybe the sponsored/pro folks here run as well.

Thanks,

Glamis

[hardkoratvmxr]

i lvoe my cr hi bends

[04TRX400EX]

I have Pro Taper SE ATV-Lo bend bars with crossbar pad. I love em. They are pretty close to the stock 400EX bend, but are slightly lower and a little straighter. Consider how much you sit or stand when riding. A real low bar makes you have to lean over more when doing both. Whatever ones you get, definitely get Pro Tapers.

[NacsMXer]

CR High bends would go well with a +1 stem. Would feel very natural. They are a bit too low though with a stock-length stem. Might have to live with that for a while until you get your stem.

[bwamos]

Originally posted by Glamis400ex
Hey,

I'm looking to get some Pro Tapers 1-1/8 or some Fatbars. I have a set of Renthals with the crossbar. But, I'm not sure what bend it is since it was already on the quad when I bought it 5 years ago.

How tall are you? Probably the #1 determining factor on bend.

If your shorter, you may want CR-High. If your taller you'll probably want an ATV bend. Stock stem height.

i have tusk atv high i hate them

[VIGILANTE MAN]

You should be aware that the same bend can vary dimensionally from manufacturer to manufacturer.

I've got the CR-HI bend from both Pro-Taper & TAG and they are not the same bar. I'm not sure what all the differences are, but the Pro-Taper is definately wider.

[rollie]

i run "Mini MX" bend Fatbars on my 300, i love them there really comfortable

[theTman]

Originally posted by rollie
i run "Mini MX" bend Fatbars on my 300, i love them there really comfortable

i sat on that quad..and i ahve to say, those bars are VERY nice, going to pick up a set for my 250r

[TheFontMaster]

On the stock stem I like the renthal CR double high bend.

[400grl]

I personally like the "Flexx bar" bend myself - lol!! :)

[NacsMXer]

Originally posted by theTman
i sat on that quad..and i ahve to say, those bars are VERY nice, going to pick up a set for my 250r

Do they look sort of like this?
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid174/pe20e2f01315975fd8e7e13b2d6eb650a/f38ff994.jpg

These are Fly's in Mini High bend and I love em! Most comfortable bend i've used so far. These would be kinda high with an extended stem, but with a stock-length stem they are perfect...maybe an inch or two higher than stock so you're not hunched over the bars. They are pretty much the same height as CR Double Highs, but a tad less sweep.

i just bought some YFZ renthals yesturday, they got a funky bend, put them on my 400ex, they fit awsome. went for a big rip today and i like them way better than my old bars, witch were also renthals.

[rider250ex]

i have tag mini works bend with +1 stem on my R. they are the most comfortable bend i have ever ridden

[300extreme#8]

i run tag X5s they have the crosspad, i ddint get the over sived bars b/c i didnt have the money for the clamps at the time, they were kinda diff at first, b/c they r kinda high and low at the same time, the bend is awesome tho, but i like them b/c, they feel awesome when ur standing up, and not to high that ur still very comfortamle when ur sitting also,and every on that rides mine likes them

[Jersey450R]

I have Tag t2's on my 450R and i love them. I think they actually might be the 450R bend..

[jsmith2232]

I got protaper lo bends and love them
http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f283/jsmith2232/IMGA0016.jpg

[Racing Rice]

I run the CR-Low bend on my Raptor. They feel about perfect with the trailtech clamp.

http://gallery.digitaldeviation.com/d/122-1/DSCF0519.JPG

[400exrules]

Originally posted by Racing Rice
I run the CR-Low bend on my Raptor. They feel about perfect with the trailtech clamp.

http://gallery.digitaldeviation.com/d/122-1/DSCF0519.JPG

what grips are those?

[Racing Rice]

ProGrip 932 grips, they are VERY comfortable!:)

Originally posted by Racing Rice
ProGrip 932 grips, they are VERY comfortable!:)

arnt they $13 :eek2:

i paid 4.00 for mine :)

[Racing Rice]

Originally posted by 89honda 250x
arnt they $13 :eek2:

i paid 4.00 for mine :)

Is $13 to expensive for you? :huh If you like your $4 grips, good for you. I forgot that this was a competition to see who could buy the cheapest grips.:rolleyes:

I don't know what they cost. My wife bought them for me for Christmas along with my TrailTech clamp and fat bar. :blah:

[Flynbryan19]

I'll pay $13 for comfortable grips. ;) Not having hammered/blistered hands is more than worth $13 to me. :)

Originally posted by Racing Rice
Is $13 to expensive for you? :huh If you like your $4 grips, good for you. I forgot that this was a competition to see who could buy the cheapest grips.:rolleyes:

I don't know what they cost. My wife bought them for me for Christmas along with my TrailTech clamp and fat bar. :blah:


WTF is your problem?
i just thought $13.00 for grips is alot when i replace mine 2 times a month i just bought those tusk waffel grips for 4 bucks work good for me

[Racing Rice]

Originally posted by Flynbryan19
I'll pay $13 for comfortable grips. ;) Not having hammered/blistered hands is more than worth $13 to me. :)

My thought exactly bro. I'll pay the extra money for the comfort.:)

[hondarider2006]

I run Renthal 400ex bend 7/8" bars with a Burgard +1 stearing stem and I love it:cool:

[400exrules]

what is a comfortable grip that does well in lots of mud and water?

[CHEVYZ]

89honda 250x, you need to change those grips to some better ones. Those wear fast as hell! The $13.00 gets you grips that not only feel, but last 100x better!

Originally posted by CHEVYZ
89honda 250x, you need to change those grips to some better ones. Those wear fast as hell! The $13.00 gets you grips that not only feel, but last 100x better!

i like just spending 4.99 on grips though :(

i guess ill try out some differnt ones one day