Handlebar recommendation

[Gliggsy]

Hi guys, wondered if anyone could point me in the right direction, I have the oxygen mk3 cross, I've already changed the bars for a riser but still unhappy with the comfort levels, I want something probably with a higher rise but more importantly a sweep, I've seen some on e Bay which look perfect apart from the fact that they're 25mm clamp section and the oxy is 32mm, here's a pic of the ebay one for reference... Glyn

 

[Nealh]

One can buy shims to convert 25.4mm to 31.8mm.

4Pcs Bike Handlebar Shim 25.4mm to 31.8mm Stem Fixed Gear Road Bicycle EH aa | eBay

If your bike handlebar is 25.4mm but the aheadset stem installation aperture is 31.8mm,then add the handlebar conversion chip can be installed to install it in 31.8 aheadset stem. Quantity: 4Pcs. 4 x Handlebar Shims.

www.ebay.co.uk

Or have a look on PlanetX for swept bars they have a few to choose from.

 

[vfr400]

Use these or get a different stem. you can get used stems on Ebay for not a lot.

1 Pair Handlebar Shim 25.4mm To 31.8mm Stem Bike Bicycle Spacer Stem Adapter New | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1 Pair Handlebar Shim 25.4mm To 31.8mm Stem Bike Bicycle Spacer Stem Adapter New at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!

www.ebay.co.uk

Loads of stems at 99p

Stem 31.8mm for sale | eBay

Find great deals on eBay for Stem 31.8mm. Shop with confidence.

www.ebay.co.uk

Be careful that you have enough cable length, otherwise you can end up with a lot of work.

 

[JPGiant]

Check this out... Oxygen Bars
Give Planet X a ring to check when they're next in stock, if they suit you, Sir.
Just checked their website £19.99

 

[Tonywilson123]

hi - just got one from amazon - brand “retro bike parts” for £20. Look great but as previous Member said front cable bit short but seller says he has replacement cables. I will hold my breath and see.

 

[vfr400]

hi - just got one from amazon - brand “retro bike parts” for £20. Look great but as previous Member said front cable bit short but seller says he has replacement cables. I will hold my breath and see.

Haven't you got hydraulic brakes?

 

[Tonywilson123]

Haven't you got hydraulic brakes?

What is a hydraulic brake - cables have worked fine for me for 70 +years- why spend my pension on upgrading to the same????

 

[vfr400]

What is a hydraulic brake - cables have worked fine for me for 70 +years- why spend my pension on upgrading to the same????

OP's bike is an Oxygen S-cross that has brakes without cables. Instead, they have hydraulic hoses, like on a motorbike or car.

 

[Tonywilson123]

Or like Buccaneers, Seakings, Hunters, Wessex and Wasps that I used to work on for 22 years - mind you the speeds I can generate now, perhaps I should just use an anchor and throw it behind me.

 

[Bobajob]

What is a hydraulic brake - cables have worked fine for me for 70 +years- why spend my pension on upgrading to the same????

you doing just fine if you’ve been cycling for 70 years.