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KingpinsEx
06-19-2008, 03:13 PM
I was looking into to getting a new set of handlebars for my bike. Just curious what some preferences are when it comes to bends and rises for riding motocross. I have havent experimented with many different setups, so im just looking for what will be most comfortable for mx riding. Such as CR High/Low, Rise degree. and pullback. Thanks!

NacsMXer
06-19-2008, 08:29 PM
It's a lot of rider preference. Myself, I like a tall bar without a lot of pullback/sweep. I'm running Fly Aerotapered Mini Hi bends which fit me well....i'm about 5'7". They are a bit more narrow width wise though.

The CR Hi bends are popular and IMO are a good bend with an extended stem but much too low for my tastes with a stock stem.

Here's a bend chart off of ProTaper's website which may be helpful

http://www.protaper.com/Images/products/Applications/contour.gif