PROPRIETARY MATERIAL & MANUFACTURING
Easton revolutionized the handlebar world in 1990 with the introduction of the 1 1/8? TaperWall handlebar
which used our proprietary EA70? aluminum. The chemistry for this ground breaking material was
derived in our laboratories and 18 years later, Easton is the only handlebar maker with access to this
remarkable alloy. In addition, our expertise in design, material fabrication, and thermal treatment remains
unmatched in the industry.
TAPERWALL TECHNOLOGY
Prior to the Easton TaperWall handlebar, motorcycle bars were all made with the same, straight wall design.
Since inventing the process, Easton has developed and refined the cold-working of aluminum tubing
that sets the standard in the industry. Our exclusive computer-engineered process allows us to create
multiple tapers in the same tube, so the tube walls can be reinforced anywhere along their length with
incredible precision. The result is jeweler-smooth walls that eliminate the stress points typical of other
manufacturer?s tubing. The unprecedented control of Easton TaperWall technology allows each tube to be
precision engineered for its specific application. The resulting ultra-smooth wall transitions create multiple
reinforced wall zones ? effectively gusseting tubes on the inside. What this does is transfer energy down
the length of the bar so shock is dampened more effectively without compromising strength.
1) Taperwall tubes offer maximum variation in wall thickness. The result is increased strength with reduced weight.
2) Easton?s ultra smooth wall transitions transfer impact energy freely down the length of the tube. So shock is dampened without compromising strength.
3) Taperwall creates multiple reinforced wall zones ? effectively gusseting tubes on the inside.
4) The unprecedented control of Easton Taperwall technology allows each tube to be precision engineered for its specific application.
THE NEW STANDARD IN OVERSIZED
For over eight decades Easton has been the leader in designing and engineering high performance
products for some of the world?s most demanding sports. Our engineering has been proven in the AMA,
NHL, MLB, and the Tour de France. Easton?s engineers have always understood a single principle ? form
follows function. That principle applies to the EXP handlebar system. Just as the 1 1/8? bar answered the
needs of a sport that had evolved dramatically over the previous decade, Easton?s EXP System introduces
a new phase in performance driven technology. After countless hours of lab testing, Easton engineers
found that the new 35mm (1 3/8?) handlebar offered the optimum balance of ride quality, weight and
strength of all the sizes they considered; from the previous standard 22mm (7/8?) bar, all the way up to
a 38mm (1 1/2?) bar.
INTELLIGENT FLEX
Easton pioneered the concept of Intelligent Flex? whereby durability is designed into the product without
adding excess material or weight. Intelligent Flex is key to the EXP?s proven level of high performance
comfort. The handlebars stay stiff and rigid to help maintain control through the fast whoop sections and
rutted turns while offering enhanced damping qualities.
EXP PAD
Durable, energy absorbing pad snaps securely into place with no Velcro to come loose or fail. Precision
molded finish offers a durable and stylish look. Built to survive even the toughest motos. Compact size and
rounded form offers reliable impact protection with minimal interference. Sculpted underside allows the
bar and clamp to move with the bike without interference from gas tank vent hose. |
