broomstick handle bars

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anyone has broomstick handle bars (bars that are straight like a broomstick) on their beast - (bike). I am thinking of putting on my ride but I heard that they don't handle well, are hard on the wrist and cause a lot of fatigue on long rides. let me know how yours work for you.
 
As long as it doesn't have a knot in it, should be fine.
 
Done it on small road bikes 125 and less. Used SS marine grade 7/8" rail material which is sold by the foot.
 
I hear that they clean up at the races when you get them laid down in the corners.
 
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The ergonomics are surely going to be a disaster. Forcing your hands to be at an odd angle isn't going to be comfortable.
 
Brian P said:
The ergonomics are surely going to be a disaster. Forcing your hands to be at an odd angle isn't going to be comfortable.
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How is it any different than dirt bike handle bars or clip ons or ape hangers, etc.? I think they'd look pretty badass on the right bike:
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Of course, it will take time to adjust and get used to the riding position and what not.
 
^ Even those bars are slightly bent. Having the bars completely straight just isn't the natural position that your hands want to be in.

And a lot of choppers/bobbers etc place style first and function far, far down the priority list. I can't help it ... but I'm the other way around.
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