Has anyone tried or using vibration reducing bars? Like Flexx?
-Matt
Posted: 05:58 am Dec 21 2011
by diymirage
i never thought there was much vibration in the KDX to begin with
are you using brush gaurds at all ?
because if you are not you can add some anti vibration block to the existing handlebars, they just bolt right into the bar ends, just like you would mount the gaurds
it may be a cheaper fix then replacing the bars
Posted: 07:39 am Dec 21 2011
by tirebiter
Years ago I tried anti-vibration bar inserts on my XR650R, didn't notice any difference.
Here's a newer version that's getting good feedback..
I can't see spending the money for Flex bars. The bike didn't even cost me that much at first purchase.
Rox vibration damping risers are quite nice.
Posted: 06:14 pm Dec 21 2011
by OLHILLBILLY
I've never noticed any vibration either. I us a a Pro Taper fat bar and have never found the need for anything more.
Posted: 08:21 pm Dec 21 2011
by ihatefalling
I've been on bikes with flex bars. they are OK, but I don't think they are worth the high price tag. they only help with downward hits on you arms....nothing for vibration
Posted: 11:43 pm Dec 21 2011
by Mr. Wibbens
best thing you could do is ease up on your grip
Posted: 12:15 am Dec 23 2011
by the machinist
Thanks all! I have never used these myself, just ran across a set for a good deal. I think I will give them a ride and report back. I have to say up front I don't put a ton of faith in their claims.
-Matt
Posted: 10:46 am Dec 24 2011
by ktm950se
Greetings,
Flexx Bars are a great addition to any bike, as the lessen impacts both on the downward and upward travels of the bar ends. While I've not experienced handlebar vibrations on my KDX, if you are, you can add these vibration dampening inserts to you Flexx Bars:
ktm950se wrote:Greetings,
Flexx Bars are a great addition to any bike, as the lessen impacts both on the downward and upward travels of the bar ends. While I've not experienced handlebar vibrations on my KDX, if you are, you can add these vibration dampening inserts to you Flexx Bars:
Had a set of inserts, at first it felt like they helped, but when I removed them, really could not tell any difference
Posted: 03:21 am Dec 27 2011
by KDXrider1989
I have a set of protaper fat bars and pillow-top grips on my KDX, it's super comfy compared to stock
Posted: 04:22 am Dec 27 2011
by factoryX
When riding a kdx, the last thing that comes to mind is vibration. I mean when comparing it to lets say an 1986 Yamaha Tri-z 250, lets just say its very comfy on the hands and feet..
