What is the correct way to measure rise on a handlebar?
1350355
In very layman's terms, its the amount of vertical rise you will get compared to a perfectly straight bar handlebar - ie this bar will move you 5.5 inches more upright. 5.5 inches is a LOT of rise even though it doesn't sound like much - a lot more than I originally anticipated. most Mountain bikes are like an inch or less, and most comfort bikes have maybe 2 or 3 inches. This bar will get you sitting very upright.
1350356
I don't know the right way but what I did is go from the center post up and I wanted 5 inch where my other one only went 2 inches It work out for me , my arms are rest when I get home every day from my 8 to 9 mile ride Catfish
1490133
you can buy kits to highten the handlebar. I raised mine by approximately 3-4 inches. Montague also sells a kit for that matter, although that is not wht I bought.
1185568
The particular avenir MTB handlebar I bought has a 100mm rise, and there is nearly 180mm before the curve. I have a 4.5" grip, a handbrake, and an old friction type gear shifter all mounted on one side and equivalent on the other.
1001095
I put this handlebar on an old 1980-ish Panasonic DX-2000 10-Speed road bike to replace the drop bars that came on it. The stem was also dropped, which further aggravated the "drop bar" issue. I replaced the drop stem with a riser stem that raised the handlebar about 6" from its original position. The brake levers wouldn't work, and I was able to salvage some levers from an old Schwinn. The bike is far, far more comfortable to ride now, and I'm real happy with the result.
471342
Hello, it slides out (upwards), facing the unit to read it hold the handlebar bracket in place and push the unit away from you, it should slide out.
13135
The stem riser is installed in the spot where the handle bars connect to the bike frame. It's very simple to do. Pop the cap off the top of the center bar between the handle bars, unscrew the center screw holding it in place, loosen the clamp securing the bars in position, remove bars. Insert the riser, replace the handle bars, screw down into the riser, then tighten the clamp being sure you've lined up the bars properly. Honestly, realigning the bars was the hardest part for me cause I was working by myself.
1772055
I do not think .. I'm used to measure distances only. I did not find anything in the device for the rise.
664436
I believe the bar is higher. Bought boys bike for my Grandson. He loves it. Hard to find tire tubes for replacement though.
1863708
It's personal preference, I would set it normal height at first and if you find that it's too low to pedal efficiently then raise it slightly to account for the sag.
1549596
That is how raising and lowering works on mine. Front lever, right side. Open the lever, seat rises; apply weight, seat lowers; push lever forward to set it where you want it.
1443511
I orient mine on the right side of the bike. That gives me plenty of room yo both raise the bike and slowly return it to the kick stand. Also I use a22mm socket on a 1/2" ratchet. It is a good system providing you are cautious about gently pushing the bike to the left as you lower the lift. Slow and easy is the key.
1211015
Well, typical handlebars are 7/8" OD and the expanding bolts will tighten up on them. I haven't measured the ID but it is probably about 5/8".If your handlebars are larger inside, like 1-1/8" OD fat bars, find something like a bit of plastic tubing or a sleeve of something that can expand when you tighten the clamp bolt. It doesn't have to be the exact size, you can slit one side of the tubing, or whatever, to fit over the expansion bolt as long as it still fits inside the handlebar end. If I have misunderstood the problem, please explain why they don't work and I will try to help. Well, typical handlebars are 7/8" OD and the expanding bolts will tighten up on them. I haven't measured the ID but it is probably about 5/8".If your handlebars are larger inside, like 1-1/8" OD fat bars, find something like a bit of plastic tubing or a sleeve of something that can expand when you tighten the clamp bolt. It doesn't have to be the exact size, you can slit one side of the tubing, or whatever, to fit over the expansion bolt as long as it still fits inside the handlebar end. If I have misunderstood the problem, please explain why they don't work and I will... » Read More Well, typical handlebars are 7/8" OD and the expanding bolts will tighten up on them. I haven't measured the ID but it is probably about 5/8".If your handlebars are larger inside, like 1-1/8" OD fat bars, find something like a bit of plastic tubing or a sleeve of something that can expand when you tighten the clamp bolt. It doesn't have to be the exact size, you can slit one side of the tubing, or whatever, to fit over the expansion bolt as long as it still fits inside the handlebar end. If I have misunderstood the problem, please explain why they don't work and I will try to help. « Show Less
1687490
For the bar I purchased, 100mm or about 4 inches represents the rise of the handlebar from the center, pinch attachment to the height of the bars at the grips. 50mm must be an optional handlebar configuration where the rise is closer to 2 inches.
797187
The measurement that determines how well this seat works with your bike:Long top-tube (distance between bike seat to handlebar). Longer the better. This also means handlebar with long back sweep works the best, so you're not riding hunched over the kid's head. You can also slide your bike saddle back to create more room up front, but doing so will change your leg angles and potentially create knee pains.You also need to lower the bike saddle so you're able to stop the bike and plant your feet reliably. >>>>You can no longer hop off your bike saddle and straddle the top tube, because that area is now occupied by this seat.<<< The measurement that determines how well this seat works with your bike:Long top-tube (distance between bike seat to handlebar). Longer the better. This also means handlebar with long back sweep works the best, so you're not riding hunched over the kid's head. You can also slide your bike saddle back to create more room up front, but doing so will change your leg angles and potentially create knee pains.You also need to lower the bike saddle so you're able to stop the bike and plant your feet reliably. >>>>You can no longer hop off your bike saddle and... » Read More The measurement that determines how well this seat works with your bike:Long top-tube (distance between bike seat to handlebar). Longer the better. This also means handlebar with long back sweep works the best, so you're not riding hunched over the kid's head. You can also slide your bike saddle back to create more room up front, but doing so will change your leg angles and potentially create knee pains.You also need to lower the bike saddle so you're able to stop the bike and plant your feet reliably. >>>>You can no longer hop off your bike saddle and straddle the top tube, because that area is now occupied by this seat.<<< « Show Less
1687489
That represents the RISE of the handlebar, how far the sides of the handlebar rise up above the centerpoint.
1244793
The only way to be sure is to take your handlebars off and measure the fork extension diameter where the handlebars mount. If I remember correctly mine was 1 1/8 inch but cant be sure. Then match your measurement with the correct riser to fit your particular mount size. Hope this helps a little.
1663810
For me I just set the rounded depression on the bottom of the light on the handle bar. I took the smaller rubber band and wrapped it over the front groove of the mount, then stretched it under the bar and over the groove on the back of the mount. The tension in the rubber band held it tightly in place. Please tell me what is happening for you and I will try to help.