Originally Posted by
brad kava
I have an old Rans Stratus I love...except it came with Easy Racer handlebars that are a strain to reach and hit my knees.
I want to replace them either with the old tiller, or the new chopper.
I'd really like some input. I have nowhere to try both, so I'm doing all this online.
I have short arms, so need something that reaches me...and don't want to knock my knees. I've seen several posts from people who prefer the old way.
all feedback really appreciated.
Start with basics. Is the stem pointing forward or toward you? Pointing it toward you should let you raise the angle of the bars, maybe giving you the best chance of clearing your knees with what you've got. I think the toureasy-type handlebars come in different lengths; and the RANS model is adjustable for height, width, and pull-back.