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Old 12-20-06 | 10:04 PM
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From: Eureka, CA Humboldt County

Bikes: Giant Yukon, Trek 1000, Schwinn Super Sport Comp, World Sport and Le Tour IV, Haro Cyclocross

Originally Posted by Crue4
What are some good end bars that you guys use?

Also how do you install them? Do you have to cut your grip? or do they go over the end of the grip?

Where to find "end" caps for bars?
Any decent set will do fine. Decent ones will have bar-to-bar contact over most of the mounting surface. Cheap ones will have a rail-like construction that pinches tight to stay in place. This rail leads to a weaker connection and will damage your handlebar if you tighten it enough.

Installation method is a personal choice. I leave my grips full length so my hand position is just a tad closer together. Some don't like this and cut the grip to make up for the bar width. Its just a matter of taste.

Your bars should already come with end caps or be welded closed at the end. I never had to try, but regular bar caps might work here too.
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