DO these bar ends 'HAVE' to be mounted on the ends? I'm looking for handlebar extensions to mount on the top of my road bike handlebars so I can sit more upright. In other words, is there a cap on the side of the clamp to keep it from siding onto the bar further? Thanks DO these bar ends 'HAVE' to be mounted on the ends? I'm looking for handlebar extensions to mount on the top of my road bike handlebars so I can sit more upright. In other words, is... » Read More DO these bar ends 'HAVE' to be mounted on the ends? I'm looking for handlebar extensions to mount on the top of my road bike handlebars so I can sit more upright. In other words, is there a cap on the side of the clamp to keep it from siding onto the bar further? Thanks « Show Less
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Keep in mind that these are made for MTB handlebars, which are 22.2mm in diameter at the grip. Most road bars are 23.8mm in diameter; some are even bigger. Sheldon Brown has a good list of handlebar sizes. In order to fit these on road bars, you'd probably need ream out the clamps by .8mm (or close to it). I'm not sure whether that would affect their structural integrity. The only bar-ends I know of that are sized for road bars are the Dia Compe knob grips, model DC138 -- if you can find them. If you've got a better solution, let me know -- I'd like to do something similar.
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If you can move the grips and shifters off of the bar, these would slide down anywhere on the bar. Not sure if the angles would be right. I havs seen something similar mounted on the middle of the bar. Not sure it would have the same effect.
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They're GREAT for mounting very close to the center steering post; I bought two sets and both are mounted close to center. Also, the do come with caps on the ends; but I noticed one side started coming out - so I ran a piece of tape around the inside of the cap to help seal it tightly.
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They have a screw on the back that tightens so youcan put them any where on the bar. But they do come with a cap for the bar ends
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No, they don't have to be mounted on the ends. You can position the clamps further toward the center of the handlebar. The plastic caps are plugged in the end of handlebar for cosmetic purpose. I actually bought two sets to create a L shape at the end of handlebar so I can ride completely upright.
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I would advise using a Triathlon bar instead. they come with elbow pads and have the same effect, but let you rest more easily. they also cost about 10x more, but if money is no issue! typically they are adjustable as far as arm length goes.
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To me this seems like something you would mount on the handle bar. Otherwise, duct tape works wonders. :)
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Hey Philip, I'm not sure where to get spares for this, you could try the manufacturers website; I do have a spare handlebar mount which I would be happy to post out to you for no charge. The Airzound mount was too narrow for the drop bars on my KTM road bike, so I used a dremel with a diamond bit to cut a groove in the housing of the horn so that I could secure it to the bar with cable ties - fits perfectly and is more secure. Drop me your address and I will post you the mount for free. Best regards, Jeff.
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Depends on the style of mirror. If it's the clamp style, you might need to grind down a tiny bit of the inside of the outer clamp. Mine slid on and stopped at the end of of my bars. Now if you have the type that slip into the handle bar opening, it would be possible by not adding on the ODI grip plug/cap.
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Arthur, I'm very sorry. I threw away the end caps. My home is brand new and I did not want to drill holes to mount the caps. You will need end caps if you plan to use this bar for exercise. The rubber ends on the bar grip the doorway securely without shifting or slipping. I load up the rack with clothes and it works like charm.
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just got mine, it did not come with the smaller tube adapter, which I was pissed about, but it does seem to be a genuine go pro accessory. I think the adapters were added later on in the product development, and this might have been an older version of the handlebar mount. I bought the mount on Amazon from USAsouthernStar FYI.. Oh well, I guess I'll be making my own adaptor out of rubber tubing.
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it really depends on how you want to mount them. I move my grips in on both sides of the handlebars just enough to bolts the units to the bars. You'll need to cut the opening in the ends of your grips tho,. If you're more fastidious, you'll want a bar-end kit and these do not come with that. Some motorcycles come with pre-tapped handlebar ends to make the process easier.
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The one that I bought has 2 holes with velcro on each side of the handle bars for longer handle bars to stick out but the one I bought for my husband didn't. Bought it from the same owner too, so maybe you should make sure the one you buy has holes for your longer handle bars
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I wouldn't recommend taking them off after you've tightened them onto your handle bars. You risk stripping the hex screws that hold them on and the diameter of the bar ends would be smaller than originally once you remove them. I would not recommend any type of bar ends on a rental bike, not to mention the ends of the handlebar grips have to be cut/removed to put these on a bike's handlebars.
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I have mine mounted on a bicycle with that same kind of stem and handlebar clamp. You should have no problems.
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Yes, if you mount the steel end caps. You can use the bar without the end caps, just always be sure that it is tightly in place.
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Probably depends on how your current bar ends are mounted. I've got clip ons from a cbr and was able to retain my bar ends.
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I could not find photos of what I think may be two set of brake levers mounted with these drop ends, on a flat bar. Please give me the site photo, and I will try to help. Keith
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Just the handle bars. I mounted mine in the middle of the bars. For instance on the letter "T" it sits on the bottom part of the T. Hope this helps. You might want to order an extra mounting bracket as its a pain moving it from one bike to another.
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the mounts cater for most standard handle bars. They also come with 2 sets of spacers which you should be able to fit around most handle bars. i didnt use the spacers as my handle bars are shaped/slanted, so a little piece of rubber works 100% for my ktm.
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If you mount it at the farthest limit mark your handlebars center will be mounted approx. 10" above the top of your neck tube. My stock stem was only 3" at it's highest point! This is so much more comfortable for a taller rider!
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It replaces the end caps because it inserts into the end of the handlebar. If you handlebar grips, you may need to cut into the end to insert this. I'll try to post an installed picture later.