Give Your Bike a Fresh Look With New Handlebars
Handlebars are arguably the easiest way to upgrade your two-wheeled road companion. From performance parts to replacement parts, eBay offers a huge range of motorbike handlebars and accessories to improve the quality and condition of your motorbike.
Customising your motorcycle with used handlebarsIf you're undertaking a restoration project on a classic street bike model, you might not be able to find new handlebars that fit the aesthetic. Instead, you can filter your eBay search for listings categorised as 'for parts or not working' to find what you need. Alternatively, if you're on a tight budget, used or remanufactured parts can offer a great way to customise your motorbike without breaking the bank.
Are there accessories you should consider for your motorcycle handlebars?Yes. When replacing your motorbike handlebars, you might want to think about the associated parts that will be impacted. Motorbike handlebars often come as a plain unit, so you will need to add grips to your upgrade. Depending on your model and riding style, you can choose from anti-vibration grips to counteract the juddering of rough terrain, ergonomic grips for comfort in position, or heated grips for journeys in cooler weather. Each grip may be more suitable for a different style of handlebar, so make sure to check the manufacturer site for details on compatibility before purchase.
The different types of motorcycle handlebars on eBayPerformance handlebars can help you to improve the control of both street and off-road motorbike models. Each motorbike handlebar may have a slightly different procedure, so refer to the manufacturer's instructions before installation. If you're replacing your handlebar for looks rather than performance or refurbishing a much-loved classic, you can choose from the following styles:
- Ape hanger handlebar: These flashy handlebars are instantly recognisable, curving up so high that the rider must reach up to manoeuvre the cycle, 'hanging' on them as they drive.
- Buckhorn style: As the name implies, these handlebars look something like cattle horns, spreading across the front of the bike, rising to a moderate level and then curving into comfortably placed handgrips.
- Mayhem bagger style: Despite the chaotic sounding name, these handlebars stretch across, level with the top of the motorbike's control panel, making a straight line.
- Drag handlebar: This style forces you to lean forward, automatically reducing the drag your body creates. They are good for those who love speed and want every available aerodynamic advantage.