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HSV-Dirtrider
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Handlebar bend

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What is the preferred/popular handlebar bend for everyone? What bend do you use?
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100% personal preference. If you are a taller rider that spends a lot of time standing, you may benefit from a higher bend bar. Again, it's totally personal preference. If you are a shorter rider, a high bend may still work as you can pivot it back toward the cockpit so you don't have to reach as far forward. I currently have CR high bend, but I don't really care for it. I'll likely go to a lower bar and some rox risers when I replace it.
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I've always ran the CR bends, both of my bikes currently have the CR Mid's on them. Like Julien said, its all personal preference and what feels comfortable to you.
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I'm only 5'11" and I run risers and the CR high bend because I stand and prefer not to hunch over. It sounds tall but it works well for me.
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I'm 5'11" I use Kx high bend bars and I flip the mounts to move them slightly forward.
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CR high bend for me.
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