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Technical => Bike Problems/Questions => Topic started by: Peter on January 14, 2019, 09:35:32 AM

Title: SRX600 Bent handlebar
Post by: Peter on January 14, 2019, 09:35:32 AM

SRX600-1XL
I have a slightly bent left handlebar probably due to an earlier touchdown.
I would love to do this straight but do not know if I dare to risk it to crack when I bend it back.
The tube is hollow until bending. It is aluminum and freight thickness about 1/6 ”(4-5mm)
There are no cracks today.
What do you think? Should I take the risk of bending it back?
/Peter the Swede

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Title: Re: SRX600 Bent handlebar
Post by: iansoady on January 14, 2019, 10:06:11 AM

I'm always very cautious about bending aluminium alloys especially when you don't actually know the composition. People will talk about coating it with soap and heating till the soap turns black but for something like a handlebar that would be a risk too far for me. I'd leave it as it is.

Title: Re: SRX600 Bent handlebar
Post by: Steve Lake on January 14, 2019, 04:18:50 PM

I agree with Ian, this is one piece that HAS to be in perfect condition..... if you want a straight one, have a look round for one for sale.

Title: Re: SRX600 Bent handlebar
Post by: Peter on January 15, 2019, 02:36:52 PM

Thank you for the answers. That's what I thought too, but I was hoping someone could convince me otherwise.  :)