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chis51hd
07-14-05, 07:58 PM
I'm thinking about replacing my handlebars with a riser one. But I noticed that the front brake cable was cut short enough that if I used riser bars, the brake/shifter levers would be placed a bit higher, so there might be problems with the front brake cable length (see picture). Will this really cause problems? Do I have to get a new cable?

Raiyn
07-15-05, 01:28 AM
A mild riser bar shouldn't be an issue with what you have
chis51hd
07-15-05, 01:54 AM
A mild riser bar shouldn't be an issue with what you have


Okay, thanks. So how much rise should I look for in a handlebar? It's measured in mm. right?

Raiyn
07-15-05, 02:28 AM
Okay, thanks. So how much rise should I look for in a handlebar? It's measured in mm. right?
Whatever's comfortable. Generally for MTB'ing they come in 1 inch and 1.5 inches (25.4 to 38.1 mm) I have both and they work fine for the bikes they're on
chis51hd
07-16-05, 09:09 PM
Whatever's comfortable. Generally for MTB'ing they come in 1 inch and 1.5 inches (25.4 to 38.1 mm) I have both and they work fine for the bikes they're on


Thanks, man. I just got the riser bar, and it feels much better. Just rode about 5 kilometers today. :)
Raiyn
07-16-05, 11:43 PM
Thanks, man. I just got the riser bar, and it feels much better. Just rode about 5 kilometers today. :)
Good deal. What size did you get?
chis51hd
07-17-05, 06:08 PM
Good deal. What size did you get?


I'm not sure, there are no measurement marks on it. But I think it has a 1-inch rise. Turbolite brand.