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Old 07-27-08, 07:39 PM
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Swift handlebar recommendatons and diameter

Hello all. Just picked up a Swift and need to get a different handlebar as the stock one is too narrow. I'd also like to raise the bar height a bit (already have the "large" stem installed, but I'm 6'3 and like a more upright position). I need to know the proper diameter of the Swift bar, and also if anyone has any recommendations? I was thinking of something in carbon fiber but don't want to go crazy on the price. Probably will also install carbon fiber bar ends. Thanks for any advice.

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I like (and have ordered) the one "xootr swift" has on his. It's on page 4 of this conversation:

https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/438594-commuter-xootr-computer-tutor.html
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Thanks noteon. Never had a bar like that--looks kind of funky, but what do I know? I assume it does not add any height to the stock bar...

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any standard bar with a 25.4 center will work... you have lots of options

you might try a riser bar with a 50mm rise ......

example: this ia an alloy but you will be able to find a carbon if that is what you want

https://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...p?category=516
Universal Cycles - > Handlebars & Upgrades > Mountain Handlebars > All 25.4 Riser Bars
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