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Bent Handlebar?

#1 Unread post by mattwells »

Is there anything I can do (easily) about a bent handlebar? Should I just try to find a replacement?

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Bend it back.
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#3 Unread post by mattwells »

I figured as much, but I am pretty clueless on how. I am about to get a hammer out and start banging.

I also bent my footpeg mounting bracket, and that is one thick piece of metal. I can't figure out how to get it straight.

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mattwells wrote:I also bent my footpeg mounting bracket, and that is one thick piece of metal. I can't figure out how to get it straight.

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#5 Unread post by mattwells »

Should I use the same method (torch and fine hammer work) on the handlebar?
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#6 Unread post by Itzamna »

mattwells wrote:Should I use the same method (torch and fine hammer work) on the handlebar?
You can try it this way, worse thing that will happen is it will break. Then you will definitely need a new one. Might as well try. I personally always replaced mine though, and I'm usually the type of person to try and fix and use every last bit out of parts.
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#7 Unread post by Aggroton »

i just bought new bars for 20 bucks. from the honda shop no less...
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#8 Unread post by mysta2 »

new handle bars are cheap, old handlebars are cheaper. if you do bend them back use heat if at all possible, without it you will signifigantly weaken the metal.
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#9 Unread post by old-n-slow »

mysta2 wrote:new handle bars are cheap, old handlebars are cheaper. if you do bend them back use heat if at all possible, without it you will signifigantly weaken the metal.
Don't use heat. Just use your muscles. NO HAmmer......... :bash:
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