Handlebars!

Your handlebars are some of the most basic and vital parts on a bike, This will cover the different types of BMX handlebars and their differences.

2 Piece Bars

 2 piece bars are as they sound, handlebars made of two pieces, a crossbar strengthening the main bar bent into the shape. These bars are also called butterfly bars because they resemble a butterfly. These bars are the most common bars on BMX bikes and are the most simple type of handlebar for BMX.

4 Piece Bars

4 piece bars, again are as they sound, with 4 bars that make up the handlebars. This design is very similar to 2 piece bars, except they have a cross bar on the bottom connecting the two side bars. This design is merely a different design and is not any stronger then 2 piece bars. It's a person preference of looks. 4 piece bars are becoming more and more popular these days. In my opinion these 4 piecers look pretty gross, but many people like the look.

Rise

The main difference in handlebars is the rise. Rise is how tall the cross bar is from where the bar attatches to the bike. Depending on how you like your bike, you might want a taller or shorter rise on your bike.

Tall riders usually choose taller rise, such as 9- 10 inches tall, 10's are the tallest rise you can get, and while they make your bike feel tall, some people such as myself find that feeling perfect.

Tom Dugan tries some comical 20 inch rise bars

Other riders who are shorter or ride different styles prefer using a shorter rise of handlebar. There are also different upsweep and backsweep specifications can be made to handlebars depending on your liking.

Width is also an option depending on how broad your shoulders are and what feels right to you. There are so many different options and measurements for handlebars that can make your bike feel great.