What do bar ends do on a motorcycle?
Bar ends serve the simple purpose of protection. If your handlebars are wide enough and/or your bike is narrow enough, then your handlebars are susceptible to some damage in a fall. In such a case, the bar ends will take the hit in place of other parts that might be more expensive to replace.
Do motorcycle bar end weights work?
They make a big difference. The Bonneville I had before this bike had Napoleon bar ends mounted and those cut the vibration down as well. On long rides my right hand finger tips would get numb, that is no longer an issue. So yes they work very well.
Why do they put weights in motorcycle handle bars?
Those two things at the end of your handlebars are nothing but Bar End Weights or weight balancers (yes, they are heavyish). What they actually do is that they make sure the bike’s handlebar does not vibrate due to the resonance that occurs right from the moment when the engine of motorbike starts.
Do bar ends weights reduce vibration?
Keep in mind that adding weight to the handlebars does not dampen out vibration — it only changes the vibration resonance frequency.
What do handle bar ends do?
Bar ends will extend your handlebar, and allow you to move your hands more forward, this lowers the center of gravity at the same time. When you go uphill bar will make it a little bit easier and will increase leverage.
Why are bar ends important on a motorcycle?
Bar ends are aimed to minimize that vibration. And when the anti-vibration effect is reached, you are able to ride longer without fatigue and operate the throttle with ease. All this results in greater handling stability, better grip, and enhanced overall riding comfort.
What kind of bar ends for a Puig handlebar?
Short Bar Ends Weights by Puig®. Customize and renew the image of your motorcycle with the bar ends for the PUIG handlebar. Machined from billet aluminium and thanks to its technical design, racing look and lightness will be the ideal… Long Bar Ends by Puig®.
What kind of handlebars does cycle gear use?
Cycle Gear carries a wide variety of high quality motorcycle handlebars, hand controls, risers and accessories from brands like HeliBars, Rox, Woodcraft, Lightech and more that offer professional precision and ergonomics.