What are the Types of Motorcycle Handlebars?

Sometimes, bike lovers prefer to go riding for long distances, while some use bikes for their class. Hence, motorcycle companies work efficiently and diligently to introduce varieties of motorcycle handlers.

Beginner riders can be confused as there are many options available in the market. It is tough for them to judge on a perfect motorcycle. So, to help bikers take an easy decision, this article lists various handlebars for Honda Shadow and the way they are unique.

1) Roland Sands Design 1″ Vintage Short Stack Handlebars – This handlebar comes with special features. It is designed in a way to provides comfort for bike riders. Its features are:

a. It includes period-style bobber ape hanger handlebars while riding.

b. It is available in various colors – chrome, black, and black ops.

c. The handlebars are slotted, drilled, and knurled for internal wiring.

d. It gives a stylish look and multi-hole drilled corner gussets provide great strength and rigidity.

e. The handler is TIG welded.

f. Standard bars have knurling, spring bars have center knurling.

g. It has chrome billet end caps.

2) Z-Bar Handlebars – 1″ – If you are looking for some clean handlebars for Honda Shadow, z-bars are an ideal one. You can go up to 8” rise z-bars on the Honda Shadows, and extended lines are not required. These handlebars are of high quality and are custom-made.

3) Short Finned Risers – For 1″ Handlebars – This handlebar for Honda Shadow shows a low profile mounting for your bike handlebars. It provides a perfect touch to the bike and it improves your riding. A few specifications of this handlebar are:

a. CNC machined made from solid aluminum and brass.

b. Has a black anodized finish along with a polished finish for brass.

c. Weight-reducing fins.

d. Strong bolts included.

4) Ape Hangers – Yet another handlebar available for Honda Shadow are ape hangers. These handlebars are usually seen on choppers. Mostly, these handlebars require that you place your hands at shoulder level which makes riding easy. Before going for this handlebar, you should check its cable length, clutch, and other components on the handlebar.

5) Beach Bars – Beach bars handlebars for Honda Shadow is similar to the Ape Hangers, but the difference here is that these handlebars curve towards the bike rider. Due to its position, the rider’s hand will be in a more relaxed position.

6) Buchhorn Bars – Buchhorn bars handlebars for Honda Shadow are also similar to the Ape Hangers, however, they are structured to increase to a small height and then curve back. This arrangement makes the riding experience pleasant as the rider’s hand will be in a comfortable position.

7) Clip-on Bars – Clip-on bars handlebars are at the front of the motorcycle. These handlebars are fitted below or above the front of the bike and make it easy for the bike rider to adjust them. In sportsbikes, it is non-adjustable. Also, these handlebars are not good for long rides as the riders lean forward a bit while riding.

8) Clubman Bars – This handlebar is a one-piece handlebar that is on the motorcycle’s triple tree. The bike rider’s body leans forward and angles backward. This position allows the riders to sit in a low position at the same time leaning a little forward.

9) Cruiser Handlebars – These handlebars for Honda Shadow are long and sloped. It allows the bike rider to maintain an upright position while riding.

10) Drag Bars – This handlebar is a one-piece handlebar that is structurally straight. It has a slight backward bend, and hence the rider leans forward. Due to this, the system is more aerodynamic. Mostly, these handlebars are seen on street races, however, these handlebars are not common among bikes.

11) Motocross Bars – These handlebars are straight and one-piece. It has a minor bend in the center. It has a cross-brace in between two handles. Mostly, these handlebars are seen in motocross, dual-sport motorcycles, and seen off-road.

12) Traditional T-Bars – These handlebars look classic and are made by Zombie performance. This handlebar is available in various sizes of 8 inches, 10 inches, and 12 inches tall. It is thick and sealed in a steel tube.

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