Switching from TwinWalls to Fatbar

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hubbardmx50 11/30/2020 9:50am
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Grovesy98 wrote:
I used 997 twinwalls for quite a while, and then tried a mates bike with Fatbars and it was so much more forgiving and less vibration...
I used 997 twinwalls for quite a while, and then tried a mates bike with Fatbars and it was so much more forgiving and less vibration. I removed the crossbar on the twinwalls which definitely helped, but shortly after sold that bike (ktm 350). Recently bought a KX450 2020 and have been using the stock 7/8 bars for a few rides which are the same bend as the 997 RC. They feel OK, but I fancied trying the fatbar again so I've just fitted renthal clamps, Fatbars in 604 (RC) bend, and Emig V2 lock on grips. Will be trying it out Sunday, but certainly feels comfy with a nice amount of flex
Nice mate, yeah it's awesome that Renthal makes the Ricky bend in the 7'8, TwinWall and FatBar so you have a lot of variety. I've been thinking about switching to the FatBars for a long time and feel it's the right direction. We can both do ride reports of the 604 FatBarCool
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hubbardmx50 11/30/2020 9:53am
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Ryan625 wrote:
I’ve ran two walls on every bike for the last 15 years now, but you guys have me considering the fatbar36. I’ve broken my right wrist...
I’ve ran two walls on every bike for the last 15 years now, but you guys have me considering the fatbar36. I’ve broken my right wrist twice and my left forearm just recently. Wondering if this would help my armpump issue. Or do you think the Neken or Mako360 clamps would be more beneficial?
I'm pretty sure anything is less rigid than the TwinWalls. Seems like many people in here agree. I am sure any of those options would be an improvement. If money is no object for you I would probably go with the new 36's. Regular FatBars will have to do for meSmile
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JohnMatrix 11/30/2020 9:54am
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If you prefer a crossbar, the ODI CFT podium bars are pretty nice. I find them to be comfortable. I have Xtrig PHDS mounts on my bike, so fitting the big block of foam that a typical non-crossbar bar pad comes with is a sloppy pain in the ass. Having the crossbar with pad is far easier to deal with.
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Ryan625 11/30/2020 10:17am
11/30/2020 10:17am
I’d like to try the fatbar36 if I try anything else, but I do have a set of fat bars that have one ride on them, maybe I’ll take them to the track for a back to back comparison before I do the 36 since I need to buy new mounts for that.

To those that cut the crossbar, did you like the results?

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rob27ma 11/30/2020 10:30am
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hubbardmx50 wrote:
I haven’t ridden any other bar or bend in awhile but in my personal experience TwinWalls seem extremely rigid and I just want to change it...
I haven’t ridden any other bar or bend in awhile but in my personal experience TwinWalls seem extremely rigid and I just want to change it up and try something else. It’s cool that Renthal makes the same bend for every bar style.
I'd try the pro taper fuzion bars. To me they have a lot more flex than the Twinwalls. The fatbar has more flex as well, but I like the look of the crossbar so I've been running these for a couple years now.
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hubbardmx50 1/11/2021 12:59pm
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Five rides at Glen Helen and Perris, best change I’ve made to this bike. 604 bend absolutely rips. Huge difference when charging into rough sections

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07stuntin6r 4/20/2024 6:45am
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hubbardmx50 wrote:
Has anyone in here switched from TwinWalls to a FatBar recently? If so, what differences did you notice? Just wondering if ditching that crossbar is the...
Has anyone in here switched from TwinWalls to a FatBar recently? If so, what differences did you notice? Just wondering if ditching that crossbar is the last piece of the puzzle to finding the comfort I’m looking for. I don’t struggle with gnarly arm pump or anything but I’m just wondering if they provide a better feel. I’m a long time #997 guy and I’m thinking of switching over to the #604 fat bar.
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mattyhamz2 wrote:
If I remember correctly, Keefer said cutting the crossbar on the twinwalls gets more flex than the FatBar. Just throw some electrical tape around the cut...
If I remember correctly, Keefer said cutting the crossbar on the twinwalls gets more flex than the FatBar. Just throw some electrical tape around the cut. A lot of guys do it. Maybe try that before buying another set of bars?

Imagine crashing into the bar and the cut pops into your face …

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